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Torque Limiting Adapter: Torque Limiting Attachment, Non Sterile, Distributed by Zimmer. PREC...

FDA Device Recall #Z-1884-2016 — Class II — April 26, 2016

Recall Summary

Recall Number Z-1884-2016
Classification Class II — Moderate risk
Date Initiated April 26, 2016
Status Terminated
Voluntary Voluntary: Firm initiated

Recalling Firm

Firm Greatbatch Medical
Location Plymouth, MN
Product Type Devices
Quantity 5952

Product Description

Torque Limiting Adapter: Torque Limiting Attachment, Non Sterile, Distributed by Zimmer. PRECIMED, Torque Limiting Adaptor, Non Sterile.. Customer Number/Model: 00-2360-080-00 T10232, T116245 T116245, TLA025-25 TLA025-25, 00-2360-080-05 T10233, MAC21003 T116430, TLA025-30 TLA025-30, MAC21001 T112972, MAC21001 T13621, TLA025-20 TLA025-20.

Reason for Recall

Greatbatch Medical has initiated a global Field Recall for Torque Limiting Devices. Greatbatch identified through laboratory testing that the required sterility assurance level (SAL) of 10-6 is not achieved on torque limiting devices when subjected to steam sterilization cycles identified in the Instruction For Use (IFU) provided with the device.

Distribution Pattern

US: IN, MI, TX. OUS: GERMANY, FRANCE, ITALY, SWITZERLAND.

Lot / Code Information

1000207 1001049 1001048 1000698 1000582 1000582 1001334 1001334 1002457 1002456 1002974 1002640 1003175 1003174 1003223 1003223 1003224 1003225 1003548 1003766 1003908 1004435 1004485 1004349 1004903 1005099 1004347 1005530 1005772 1005900 1009013 1008458 1009195 1009195 1009197 1009014 1009198 1009196 1009698 1009199 1009699 1009200 1009700 1011763 1010602 1012455 1012490 1013172 1013173 1013415 1013416 1013921 1013922 1514611 1614605 1714700 1953758 1953809 1953810 2124866 2073128 2116179 2141896 1953758 2150164 2157328 2209891 2302780 2302777 2302781 2302788 2362691 2407040 2407047 2407040 2407040 2898285 2898285 2898289 2971943 2904251 2919512 2938191 2978582 1004138 1004139 1004413 1004578 1004577 1004580 1004579 1005899 1005817 1009701 2324706 2920624 3092836 3092836 1006939 FC-002 FC-002 1012458 6280900001 8027435 8027436 8027434

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Frequently Asked Questions

Sterility recalls for medical devices vary in severity. If you have already had a procedure using a potentially non-sterile device, contact your healthcare provider immediately — you may need monitoring for signs of infection. Symptoms to watch for include fever, redness or swelling at the surgical site, unusual pain, or discharge. For devices that have not yet been used, they should be quarantined and returned to the manufacturer per the recall notice. Non-sterile implants can cause serious infections; early detection and treatment are critical.

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.

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