FDA Device Recalls

Recalls /

#161789

Product

TunneLoc Tibial Fixation Device Product Usage: To provide fixation of soft tissue grafts within the tibial tunnel during anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) and/or posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) reconstruction.

FDA product code
MBIFastener, Fixation, Nondegradable, Soft Tissue
Device class
Class 2
Medical specialty
Orthopedic
510(k) numbers
K103145
Affected lot / code info
906512, 906513, 906514, 906515

Why it was recalled

Gamma sterilization validation testing indicates the sterilization dose for the product may not be adequate.

Root cause (FDA determination)

Vendor change control

Action the firm took

Zimmer Biomet sent an URGENT MEDICAL DEVICE RECALL letter dated October 16, 2017 to affected customers. The letter identified the affected product, problem and actions to be taken. Customers were instructed to review inventory and quarantine affected product, which will be returned to Biomet through a sales representative. Questions or concerns can be directed to 574-371-3071

Recalling firm

Firm
Zimmer Biomet, Inc.
Address
56 E Bell Dr, Warsaw, Indiana 46582-6989

Distribution

Distribution pattern
US Nationwide Distribution

Timeline

Recall initiated
2017-10-11
Terminated
2020-05-07
Status

Source: openFDA Device Recall endpoint. Recall record ID #161789. The FDA issues recall classifications as health-hazard assessments, not legal findings; for legal claims consult a licensed attorney.