RecallDepth

Synthes B37 Replacement Screws. M3.5 Screw for insertion handle guide/aiming arm, part numbers 3.113.025 and 03.113.026. Surgical instrument for use with Low Bend Medial Distal Tibia Plate. Orthopedic.

This recall has been terminated (originally issued July 2, 2014).

Company
Synthes, Inc.
Recall Initiated
May 15, 2014
Posted
July 2, 2014
Terminated
December 18, 2015
Recall Number
Z-1984-2014
Quantity
44
Firm Location
West Chester, PA
Official Source
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Reason for Recall

All lots of B37 Replacement Screws are being recalled due to potential mislabeling where the package may not contain the screws identified on the label.

Distribution

Distributed US nationwide, in DC and the states of KY, PA, IL, WA, AZ, CA, OK, FL, and KS.

Lot / Code Info

All lots of part no. B37: 6350586, 6771518, 7086318, 7386422, 7523960, and 7548937.

Root Cause

Labeling design

Action Taken

An urgent medical device recall notice, dated May 29, 2014, was sent to end users and sales consultants to advise them of the issue and provide instructions for returning affected devices.

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