Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-1852-2020 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class II |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Nobel Biocare Usa LLC |
| Report date | May 13, 2020 |
| Recall initiation date | Aug 9, 2019 |
| Quantity | 236 |
| Location | Yorba Linda, CA, United States |
Official product description
Temporary Abutment Non-Engaging CC RP pre-manufactured prosthetic components directly connected to the endosseous implant, catalog no. 36662 - Product Usage: Dental implant abutments are intended to be used in the upper or lower jaw and used for supporting tooth replacements to restore chewing function.
Why the product was recalled
Packages of abutments may contain an incorrect screw. While the screw will tighten, it cannot be guaranteed that the screw will not loosen. In case the screw loosens the abutment should be retightened with the correct screw.
Distribution information
Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide distribution including in the states of AZ, AR, CA, CO, FL, GA, IL, IN, ID, KS, LA, MI, MD, ME, MA, MO, NY, NC, NJ, NE, NM, OH, OR, OK, PA, TX, TN, VA, WY, WA and WI. Countries of CA, CH, DE, ES, FR, GB, HU, IT, BR, CO, MX, CN, HK, IN, JP and TW.
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: Two or more of the following: Email, Fax, Letter, Press Release, Telephone, Visit.
What to do next
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