FDA recall record

Alphatec Spine LIF AMP, Adjustable Awl, REF 117-165, Part of the AMP System recall — FDA Z-2475-2023

Awl instrument adjustable drill button assembly assembled in the incorrect orientation, preventing locking feature from engaging with shaft at the desired…

Class IIclassification
Z-2475-2023official record ID
Sep 6, 2023report date

Recall record at a glance

Official recordZ-2475-2023
CategoryMedical Device Recalls
ClassificationClass II
FDA record statusOngoing
Recalling firmAlphatec Spine, Inc.
Report dateSep 6, 2023
Recall initiation dateJul 7, 2023
Quantity29
LocationCarlsbad, CA, United States

Official product description

LIF AMP, Adjustable Awl, REF 117-165, Part of the AMP System. Used with Spine Lateral Interbody Systems, IdentiTi LIF, Transcend LIF and Battalion LLIF,

Why the product was recalled

Awl instrument adjustable drill button assembly assembled in the incorrect orientation, preventing locking feature from engaging with shaft at the desired set point; instruments lack ability to control awl depth by means of adjustable shaft advancement stop, which may lead to over insertion, dural tear, vascular/neurologic injury, adjacent tissue damage, increased operative time, revision surgery.

Distribution information

US Nationwide distribution in the states of CT, IN, TX, LA, OH, AL, NH, MA, NC, AZ, MD, NJ, IL, CA, UT, MI.

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.

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