Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-0983-2015 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class II |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Biomet Spine, LLC |
| Report date | Jan 21, 2015 |
| Recall initiation date | Aug 22, 2013 |
| Quantity | 14 units |
| Location | Broomfield, CO, United States |
Official product description
Timberline Anchored Lateral Fixed Retractable Sleeve Model No. 8630-0205. Timberline Anchored Lateral Fixed Retractable Sleeves are used with the Timberline MPF System to help establish access into the vertebrae for the screws utilized to anchor the plate to the vertebrae. The Timberline Retractable Drill and the Timberline Retractable Awl fit within this Sleeve. Spinal Surgical Device.
Why the product was recalled
The inner diameter of the Sleeve shaft is undersized, resulting in interference fit when inserting the Anchored Lateral Straight Retractable Awl or the Anchored Lateral Straight Retractable Drill into the Sleeve.
Distribution information
US Distribution to states of: AZ, CA, NY, TN and TX including PR.
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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