FDA Recall Terminated

TRIGEN INTERTAN 1.5 NAIL: (1) REF 71676515, 10 MM X 10 CM, 125 degree, LEFT, (2) REF 71676556, 11.5 MM X 36 CM, 125 degree, RIGHT, (3) REF 71676558, 11.5 MM X 38 CM, 125 degree, RIGHT, (4) REF 71676561, 11.5 MM X 42 CM, 125 degree, LEFT, Smith & Nephew, Inc. Orthopedic fixation device.

Recall: Z-1637-2014 · Initiated April 4, 2014

Recall

Recall Number
Z-1637-2014
Event Number
68043
Firm
Smith & Nephew Inc
FEI Number
1020279
Product Code
JDS
Status
Terminated
Root Cause
Process control
Initiated
April 4, 2014
Posted
May 20, 2014
Terminated
July 1, 2017
Address
1450 E. Brooks Rd, Memphis, TN, 38116

Description

TRIGEN INTERTAN 1.5 NAIL: (1) REF 71676515, 10 MM X 10 CM, 125 degree, LEFT, (2) REF 71676556, 11.5 MM X 36 CM, 125 degree, RIGHT, (3) REF 71676558, 11.5 MM X 38 CM, 125 degree, RIGHT, (4) REF 71676561, 11.5 MM X 42 CM, 125 degree, LEFT, Smith & Nephew, Inc. Orthopedic fixation device.

Reason

A manufacturing error resulted in the set screw being inserted too deep in the affected nails.

Action

The firm initiated the recall via an "Urgent - Product Recall 1st Notification - Urgent" letter and e-mail on 04/04/2014, identifying the product, explaining the problem, and the potential risk associated with using the product. Customers are to inspect their inventory, and locate and quarantine any affected product. Additionally, the Inventory Return Certification form should be completed and returned along with any affected product identified, once a Return Authorization number has been obtained from Smith & Nephew's Safety Affairs Department.

Distribution

Worldwide Distribution -- USA, France, Germany, Sweden, Switzerland, UK, Canada, Australia, Japan, China, India, Dubai, South Africa, South Korea, Mexico, and Venezuela.

Quantity

1,253 units total