Browse Device Recalls
28 FDA medical device safety recalls.
FDA Medical Device Recall Enforcement Database
Browse 28 FDA medical device recall enforcement actions. Each entry includes the device description, reason for recall, classification (Class I through III based on severity), recalling firm, and distribution details. Use the filters below to search by year, classification, state, or keyword.
Medical Device Recalls
Browse 28 FDA device recalls.
| Date | Product | Reason | Class | Firm |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 2, 2022 | Small Joint OATS Set, REF AR-8981-06S, 6mm; and Small Joint OATS Set, REF AR-... | The devices may be packaged with the wrong reamer size. | Class II | Arthrex, Inc. |
| Mar 25, 2022 | K-Wire, 1.35 mm x 170 mm | Products do not meet length and diameter specifications. | Class II | Arthrex, Inc. |
| Jun 14, 2021 | Suture Anchor, BioComposite SwiveLock C, 5.5 mm x 19.1 mm, Closed Eyelet, REF... | Not properly sterilized, because the outer pouch seal on the Tyvek header was sealed closely to t... | Class II | Arthrex, Inc. |
| Mar 11, 2021 | Tibial Opening Wedge Osteotomy Plate, Titanium, 15.0 mm - Product Usage: use ... | It was discovered that five AR-13200ST-15.0 parts were processed as AR-13200T-15.0 parts. | Class II | Arthrex, Inc. |
| Feb 24, 2021 | Drill Bit, Cannulated, 5.0 mm - Product Usage: may be used in a variety of fo... | The color indicator on the proximal end of the shaft of the AR-8770-02 is the incorrect color. | Class II | Arthrex, Inc. |
| Jun 24, 2020 | Sterile Low Profile Screw, Titanium, 6.7 x 65mm Part Number: AR-8967-2865S -... | Screws provided in packaging are 5mm shorter than intended | Class II | Arthrex, Inc. |
| Dec 17, 2019 | Arthrex Fibulock Fibular Nail Instrument Set Reusable non-sterile instrument... | There is a potential for blockage of the Hub Attachment Tube. | Class II | Arthrex, Inc. |
| Oct 1, 2019 | Low Profile Screw, 4.5 x 20 mm The Low Profile ScrewTM, 4.5 x 20 mm, AR-85... | Screws provided in the device package are 6 mm longer than intended. | Class II | Arthrex, Inc. |
| Jan 14, 2019 | Arthrex Burr, Oval, 12 Flute, 5.5 mm x 13 cm (AR-8550OBT) These devices ar... | Devices may generate excessive heat during use. | Class II | Arthrex, Inc. |
| Nov 19, 2018 | Arthrex Suture Anchor, Nano Corkscrew FT (consists of an anchor pre-loaded on... | Potentially lead to anchor breakage during insertion, | Class II | Arthrex, Inc. |
| Sep 13, 2018 | 3.2mm Proximal Reamer/Cannulated Drill provided as part of the Fibulock Fibul... | There is potential to break during use. | Class II | Arthrex, Inc. |
| Aug 27, 2018 | Li-ion Battery Housing for AR-400 DrillSaw Sports 400 System Product Usage... | The Li-ion Battery Housing for the AR-400 DrillSaw Sports 400 System may not provide a complete s... | Class II | Arthrex, Inc. |
| Oct 3, 2017 | iBalance(R) UKA, Femoral Cemented, Size 3, Left Medial/Right LATERAL, REF AR ... | Arthrex part number AR-501-UFLC, size 3, batch 10123297, has the incorrect part number AR-501 ¿UF... | Class II | Arthrex, Inc. |
| Mar 24, 2017 | Anthrex SpeedBridge Implant System with PEEK SwiveLock Self Punching | Some eyelets broke from SwiveLock Anchor on insertion. | Class II | Arthrex, Inc. |
| Mar 24, 2017 | Anthrex Bio Composite SwiveLock SP Vented, 4.75 mm x 24.5 mm, Self-Punching | Some eyelets broke from SwiveLock Anchor on insertion. | Class II | Arthrex, Inc. |
| Mar 24, 2017 | Anthrex PEEK SwiveLock SP Vented, 4.75 mm x 24.5 mm, Self-Punching | Some eyelets broke from SwiveLock Anchor on insertion. | Class II | Arthrex, Inc. |
| Mar 24, 2017 | Anthrex PEEK SwiveLock SP Vented, 5.5mm x 24.5 mm, Self-Punching | Some eyelets broke from SwiveLock Anchor on insertion. | Class II | Arthrex, Inc. |
| Mar 24, 2017 | Anthrex SpeedBridge Implant System with BioComposite SwiveLock SP Vented, 5.5... | Some eyelets broke from SwiveLock Anchor on insertion. | Class II | Arthrex, Inc. |
| Mar 24, 2017 | Anthrex Bio-SwiveLock SP Vented, 5.5mm x 24.5 mm, Self-Punching | Some eyelets broke from SwiveLock Anchor on insertion. | Class II | Arthrex, Inc. |
| Aug 12, 2016 | Arthrex Suture Washer | The device was assembled incorrectly. Suture and washer were not assembled; components were place... | Class III | Arthrex, Inc. |
| Apr 22, 2016 | BioSync Anatomic Cotton Wedge, 20 x 6.5 mm.; Used for internal bone fixation ... | Potential for polystyrene particulate presence. | Class II | Arthrex, Inc. |
| Apr 22, 2016 | BioSync Anatomic Cotton Wedge, 20 x 4.5 mm.; Used for internal bone fixation ... | Potential for polystyrene particulate presence. | Class II | Arthrex, Inc. |
| Apr 22, 2016 | BioSync Anatomic Cotton Wedge, 20 x 5.5 mm.; Used for internal bone fixation ... | Potential for polystyrene particulate presence. | Class II | Arthrex, Inc. |
| Apr 22, 2016 | BioSync Anatomic Cotton Wedge, 16 x 4.5 mm.; Used for internal bone fixation ... | Potential for polystyrene particulate presence. | Class II | Arthrex, Inc. |
| Apr 22, 2016 | BioSync Anatomic Cotton Wedge, 16 x 5.5 mm.; Used for internal bone fixation ... | Potential for polystyrene particulate presence. | Class II | Arthrex, Inc. |
| Apr 22, 2016 | BioSync Anatomic Cotton Wedge, 16 x 6.5 mm.; Used for internal bone fixation ... | Potential for polystyrene particulate presence. | Class II | Arthrex, Inc. |
| Jan 11, 2016 | Arthrex Deltoid Ligament Reconstruction Implant System. Intended as a fixa... | Potential for a component contained in the Implant System to be non-sterile. | Class II | Arthrex, Inc. |
| Dec 17, 2015 | Arthrex IBalance TKA Tibial Tray Size 2 - Catalog # AR-503-TTTC, Size 3 - Cat... | Devices reported to have a smooth texture to the outer surface of the metal, which differed from ... | Class II | Arthrex, Inc. |
Frequently Asked Questions
When a device safety issue is identified, the manufacturer or FDA initiates a recall. The FDA publishes an enforcement report detailing the device, the reason for the recall, and distribution. Healthcare facilities and providers are notified to check their inventory and take corrective action.
All types — from simple devices like blood glucose test strips and surgical gloves to complex devices like pacemakers, defibrillators, insulin pumps, hip implants, and ventilators. Software-driven devices are increasingly common in recalls due to bugs and cybersecurity vulnerabilities.
Use the search and filter tools on this page. Each recall entry includes the device description, model numbers, and distribution details so you can determine if your device is affected. Contact your healthcare provider if you find a match.