Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-0052-2020 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class II |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | K2M, Inc. |
| Report date | Oct 16, 2019 |
| Recall initiation date | Dec 2, 2016 |
| Quantity | 503 |
| Location | Leesburg, VA, United States |
Official product description
K2M Special Connector Instruments (Special Connector, Special Adaptor, and Quick Adaptor) Product Usage: Special Connector Instruments include an additional feature on their shafts that enable surgeon users to combine them with non-K2M navigation systems as part of their standard surgical technique.
Why the product was recalled
Instruments were developed without adequate consideration given to the need for a new regulatory filing. This event was reported to FDA as part of Stryker's retrospective review of K2M product field actions; recall actions were completed in 2017.
Distribution information
US Nationwide Distribution in the states of AL CA CO CT FL FL IL IN KS MA MI MN PA TN TX UT VA
How to read the classification
FDA Class II indicates a situation in which use of or exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where the probability of serious consequences is remote. The classification shown here comes from the FDA record.
Additional record details
Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: Letter.
What to do next
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