Date Initiated by Firm |
December 20, 2005 |
Date Posted |
November 16, 2006 |
Recall Status1 |
Terminated 3 on July 11, 2012 |
Recall Number |
Z-0179-2007 |
Recall Event ID |
34438 |
Product Classification |
Sternum Saw Collet Nut - Product Code KFK
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Product |
ConMed Linvatec Sternum Saw Collet Nut, Catalog Number 5059-09: Used on ConMed Linvatec Sternum Saw Handpieces (ConMed Linvatec, Hall. Versipower, Versipower Plus Handpieces) and sold individually. |
Code Information |
All serial numbers are being recalled. |
Recalling Firm/ Manufacturer |
Linvatec Corp. 11311 Concept Blvd Largo FL 33773-4908
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Manufacturer Reason for Recall |
The Sternum Saw Collet Nut that is used to insert and hold the saw blade in place may not always allow for the easy insertion of a saw blade into the handpiece for use. The nut needs to be in a certain position in order for the blade to be inserted and this may delay the operation of the device especially in emergency situations.
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FDA Determined Cause 2 |
Other |
Action |
Linvatec will send each consignee a recall package that will include: a 12/20/2005 recall letter and reply form, A product correction instruction sheet , a new Sternum Saw Collet Nut and an assembly manual. Linvatec will also contact each consignee by phone or email. All consignees that have not responded by 30 days after the first mailing will be re-contacted by the firm by mail, phone or email. |
Quantity in Commerce |
11424 units |
Distribution |
Worldwide, including USA, Mexico, and Canada. |
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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