FDAClass IIJune 27, 2018

3.2mm X 510mm Cocr THD TIP recall: Sterility Concern

3.2MM X 510MM COCR THD TIP; 14-443053 Intended to be used as a guide pin for insertion of implants (cannulated screws and/or intramedullary nails).…

Why was 3.2mm X 510mm Cocr THD TIP recalled?

The firm is recalling various trauma guide wires due to insufficient packaging design verification and exceeding the expected occurrence rate of complaints for sterile barrier failure. Guide wires packaged in the affected packaging configuration have the potential for sterile barrier breach, leading to possible risk for infection.

What should I do if I have this product?

Review the official FDA enforcement record for current instructions.

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official FDA record. Only products that match the listed product and lot, UPC or model codes are part of this recall.

Which lot codes, UPCs or models are affected?

001390 105790 324290 974210 820900 512140 428260 915580 017930 671970 055480 615280 506500 569970 053580 367190 932620 015010 141060 820240 941850 682590 401830

Product
3.2MM X 510MM COCR THD TIP; 14-443053 Intended to be used as a guide pin for insertion of implants (cannulated screws and/or intramedullary nails).…
Recalling firm
Zimmer Biomet, Inc.
Quantity
304
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution: US (Nationwide) and countries of: Argentina, South Korea, Chile, Colombia, Trinidad and Tobago, El Salvador, Costa Rica, Canada, Australia, Japan, and Netherlands.
Recall date
June 27, 2018
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (device)
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