FDA Device Recalls

Recalls /

#160966

Product

11MM/130 Degree Titanium Trochanteric Fixation Nail 380MM/Right, Sterile

FDA product code
HSBRod, Fixation, Intramedullary And Accessories
Device class
Class 2
Medical specialty
Orthopedic
510(k) numbers
K011857
Affected lot / code info
Lot H302839, Expiration Date 31Jan2026

Why it was recalled

The locking mechanism and protective cap were missing from the sterile packed nails of the affected lot.

Root cause (FDA determination)

Employee error

Action the firm took

The company issued a recall letter on 7/21/2017 asking customers to quarantine affected product and arrange for it to be returned.

Recalling firm

Firm
Synthes (USA) Products LLC
Address
1301 Goshen Pkwy, West Chester, Pennsylvania 19380-5986

Distribution

Distribution pattern
TX, GA, PA, UT and Canada

Timeline

Recall initiated
2017-07-21
Terminated
2018-07-10
Status

Source: openFDA Device Recall endpoint. Recall record ID #160966. The FDA issues recall classifications as health-hazard assessments, not legal findings; for legal claims consult a licensed attorney.