Medical Device Recall: Z-0037-2013

FDA Recalls dataset · Firm: Medtronic Sofamor Danek USA Inc · Status: Terminated

Recall Action Class: N/A Date Initiated: 2012-08-30 Recall record compiled from public FDA source records.

Recall Parameters & Description

Normalized public record details for FDA recall code Z-0037-2013.

Recall Res Number
Z-0037-2013
Recalling Firm / Manufacturer
FEI Number
1000477302
Recall Status
Terminated
Recall Classification
N/A
Date Initiated
2012-08-30
Date Posted
2012-10-10
Date Terminated
2013-08-15
Product Code
KWQ
Event Number
63157
Product Quantity
1014 units
Product Description ATLANTIS(R) Anterior Cervical Plate System FIXED ANGLE SCREW MODULE, REF 176-504, QTY: 1 EA, Rx only, Medtronic Sofamore Danek USA, Inc., 1800 Pyramid Place, Memphis, Tennessee 38132. Orthopedic. This instrument is a precision device which may incorporate a measuring function and has uses as described on the label. Unless labeled for single use, this instrument may be re-used.

Reason for Recall Lines on the screw gauge may not placed on the caddy properly which could result in improper measurement of screws. An incorrect gauge could measure a screw to be approximately 1 mm shorter than its actual length.

Action Details Medtronic conducted a conference call on August 30, 2012 and sent an "URGENT VOLUNTARY RECALL" notice dated September 3, 2012 to all affected customers. The notice identified the product, problem, and actions to be taken by the customers. A Recall Questionnaire Form was attached to the letter for customers to complete and return. Contact your Medtronic Sales representative or the firm's Global Quality Department at 800-876-3133, ext. 3197 for questions regarding this notice.

Distribution Pattern Worldwide Distribution-USA (nationwide) and the countries of India, Netherlands, Hong Kong, S. L Korea, Singapore, Canada, Australia, Japan, and Mexico.

Code Information / Serial Numbers All lots except those starting with SY

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