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Zimmer Title 2 Bone Screw Remover Instrument, Part Number ET1093-01 Rx Only, Non-Sterile. The Screw Remover is a compone

FDA device recall Z-0574-2015 · posted 2014-12-12 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Zimmer, Inc.
Reason for recall
Possibility of the weld to the quick-connect breaking when force is applied to the handle for pedicle screw removal. A broken weld could lead to the use of an alternate method of screw removal, which could delay surgery up to 30 minutes.
Action taken
Consignees were sent via e-mail a Zimmer Spine "Medical Device Recall" letter dated August 26, 2013.The letter described the problem and the product affected by the recall. The letter described the "Required Action" to be taken by the consignees. Requested consignees to complete the Verification Section (Appendix A). For questions they can contact Zimmer Spine Customer Service at 1 (866) 774-6368 or spine.per@zimmer.com.
Root cause
Nonconforming Material/Component
Status
Terminated
Product code
KWP
Quantity affected
14 devices
Distribution
US nationwide distribution.
Date initiated
2013-08-26
Date posted
2014-12-12
Date terminated
2015-02-24
Location
Warsaw, IN

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