FDA Recall Terminated

Straumann Palatal Implant , 4.8 L 4.2 mm, Article Number: 042.336S, Straumann USA., LLC, Andover, Massachusetts, 01810-1008

Recall: Z-0278-2008 · Initiated September 28, 2007

Recall

Recall Number
Z-0278-2008
Event Number
45420
Firm
Straumann USA LLC
FEI Number
3004975279
Product Code
OAT
Status
Terminated
Root Cause
Device Design
Initiated
September 28, 2007
Posted
December 4, 2007
Terminated
April 16, 2010
Address
60 Minuteman Rd, Andover, MA, 01810-1008

Description

Straumann Palatal Implant , 4.8 L 4.2 mm, Article Number: 042.336S, Straumann USA., LLC, Andover, Massachusetts, 01810-1008

Reason

Sticking Transfer Piece: The Transfer Piece which accompanies the Palatal Implant may get stuck during implant requiring removal by using mechanical force.

Action

Straumann USA, LLC sent Urgent Device Recall letters, via FedFx on 9/28/07, requesting the return of all Straumann Palatal Implant, articles 042.335 with lot numbers 1001, FE3776, F4662, F6563, E7083, and article 042.336S lot number 1001.

Distribution

Nationwide Distribution - USA including states of AZ, CA, CO, ID, IL, IN, GA, KY, NH , MA, MD, MI, NM, PA, TX, UT, VA, and WA.

Quantity

32 units