Date Initiated by Firm |
May 10, 2017 |
Date Posted |
May 15, 2017 |
Recall Status1 |
Terminated 3 on May 25, 2018 |
Recall Number |
Z-2318-2017 |
Recall Event ID |
77251 |
Product Classification |
Accessories, fixation, spinal intervertebral body - Product Code LYQ
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Product |
Vitality Spinal Fixation System, Vitality T27 Final Drivers and Vitality Torque Limiting Handle 90 in-lbs Model Number(s): 07.02066.001, 07.02053.001, 730M0017 |
Code Information |
Model No: 07.02066.001 (All lots); 07.02053.001 (All lots distributed prior to April 26, 2017), and 730M0017 (Lot 309622) |
Recalling Firm/ Manufacturer |
Zimmer Biomet Spine Inc. 10225 Westmoor Dr Westminster CO 80021-2702
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For Additional Information Contact |
Ms. Ashley McPherson 303-465-8929
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Manufacturer Reason for Recall |
Zimmer Biomet is conducting a medical device recall for Vitality T27 Final Drivers and Vitality Torque Limiting Handle 90 in-lbs because when applying torque to tighten the closure top the driver has the potential to create a torsional spring which can cause damage and the potential for the values of torque to go out of specification.
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FDA Determined Cause 2 |
Device Design |
Action |
Consignees will be notified on 5/15/17 via certified mail to return products. |
Quantity in Commerce |
497 units |
Distribution |
Nationwide, military/VA/govt and foreign consignee (No Canadian consignees) |
Total Product Life Cycle |
TPLC Device Report
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1 A record in this database is created when a firm initiates a correction or removal action. The record is updated if the FDA identifies a violation and classifies the action as a recall, and it is updated for a final time when the recall is terminated. Learn more about medical device recalls.
2 Per FDA policy, recall cause determinations are subject to modification up to the point of termination of the recall.
3 For details about termination of a recall see Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Title 21 §7.55.
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