DePuy Synthes Craniomaxillofacial Distraction System (AB Distractor Bodies and BC Distractor Bodies)
FDA Device Recall #Z-2148-2014 — Class I — April 16, 2014
Recall Summary
| Recall Number | Z-2148-2014 |
| Classification | Class I — Serious risk |
| Date Initiated | April 16, 2014 |
| Status | Terminated |
| Voluntary | Voluntary: Firm initiated |
Recalling Firm
| Firm | Synthes, Inc. |
| Location | West Chester, PA |
| Product Type | Devices |
| Quantity | 1499 |
Product Description
DePuy Synthes Craniomaxillofacial Distraction System (AB Distractor Bodies and BC Distractor Bodies)
Reason for Recall
DePuy Synthes is initiating a recall of certain lots of the Craniomaxillofacial Distraction System (AB Distractor Bodies and BC Distractor Bodies) because they may reverse post-operatively.
Distribution Pattern
US Nationwide Distribution
Lot / Code Information
Part nos. 04.315.003, 04.315.004, 04.315.005, 04.315.006 04.315.023 04.315.024 04.315.025 04.315.026 04.315.027 04.315.028 04.315.053 04.315.054 04.315.055 04.315.056 04.315.063 04.315.064 04.315.065 04.315.066 04.315.067 04.315.068, with lot nos.: 6245205, 7129328, IS10400 6246203, 6582199, 6794535, 6814674, 6877737, 6921359, 6981567, 7008430, 7081952, 7129329, 7460419, 7556148 6246984, 6342006, 6964974, 7129330, 7460420, 6246983, 7389334, 7422735, 7515818 6245460, 6342005, 6454138, 6495399, 6651393, 6816023, 6898959, 6921360, 7306561, 7515824 6307904, 6365443, 6410544, 6438375, 6625839, 6651392, 6984928, 7241620, 7351855, 7390470, 7408179, 7458272, 7458273, 7458274, IS10394 6450702, 6454139, 6553925, 6625840, 6883404, 6921586, 7031344, 7185897, 7389329, 7408181, 7422706, 7422707, 7422708, 7458299, 7515832, IS10385 6393118, 6393119, 6410545, 6454140, 6512859, 6625841, 6651391, 6984925, 7185895, 7408182, 7422703, 7422704, 7422705, 7515829, 7515830 6393120, 7408180, 7515833 7122918, 7389333, 7422700, 7545381, IS10388 6252759, 7129331, 7155891, 7418771, 7448753 6245463, 6438376, 6981568, 6983876,7063885, 7129332,7309797, 7418772, 7418848, 7448754 6251769, 7081953, 7310030, 7365542, 7418849, 7448752, 7448758, 7556149 6245458, 6342007, 7129333, 7556150, IS10399 6245462, 6342003, 6824546, 6824551, 6883290, 6883301, 7082907, 7266972, 7476792, 7476810, 7657623 6280719, 6342004, 6394297, 6651390, 6737168, 6767617, 6824547, 6824550, 6883304, 6883305, 6961025, 6984927, 7041138, 7056051, 7111867, 7185893, 7266967, 7351857, 7351858, 7351859, 7351861, 7422701, 7545379, 7657820, IS10395, 6651389, 6702172, 6883306, 6883307, 6942444, 6984926, 7111868, 7185892, 7306562, 7306563, 7306564, 7499078, 7515834, 7657629, IS10389 6651388, 6741835, 6824553, 6883309, 6913921, 6942445, 6961024, 7082908, 7111869, 7122924, 7185888, 7515835, 7657633 6921585, 6942446, 7185887, 7306565, 7306566, 7408183, 7476791, 7567066, 7579433, 7657635, IS10390, IS10391, 6275129, 7082905, 7185890, 7266969, 7422697, 7609200, IS10386, IS10387
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Frequently Asked Questions
Contact your healthcare provider and the device manufacturer immediately. Check whether your specific model number and lot number are included in the recall scope. For external devices, stop using the affected product and arrange a replacement. For implanted devices, do not panic — removal is typically not required unless the risk assessment clearly indicates it. Your physician will guide you based on your individual clinical situation and the FDA's recommended actions. Report any adverse effects you may have experienced to FDA MedWatch at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Class I recalls indicate a reasonable probability of serious adverse health consequences or death from the defect. Class II recalls involve products that may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where serious consequences are remote. Class III recalls cover products not likely to cause any adverse health consequences, typically involving technical regulatory violations. The classification guides urgency — Class I recalls require immediate action, while Class III may simply involve returning a product or acknowledging a labeling change. Always read the specific recall notice for recommended patient actions.
Report problems with medical devices to the FDA through MedWatch at 1-800-FDA-1088 or online at FDA.gov/safety/medwatch. Healthcare facilities are required by law to report device-related serious injuries and deaths. Patients and consumers can also report voluntarily. Include the device name, manufacturer, model number, and a description of the problem and any patient outcome. Reports from patients and clinicians help the FDA identify emerging safety signals and may trigger investigations that lead to recalls of dangerous devices.
What Should You Do?
Stop using this device if you are affected by this recall. Contact your healthcare provider and the manufacturer immediately for guidance. Report adverse events to FDA MedWatch.