PlainRecalls
FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

Zimmer Title 2 Bone Screw Remover Instrument, Part Number ET1093-01 Rx Only, Non-Sterile. The Screw Remover is a component of the Endius TITLE 2 Polyaxial Spinal System, used for posterior lumbar fusion procedures.

Reported: December 17, 2014 Initiated: August 26, 2013 #Z-0574-2015

Product Description

Zimmer Title 2 Bone Screw Remover Instrument, Part Number ET1093-01 Rx Only, Non-Sterile. The Screw Remover is a component of the Endius TITLE 2 Polyaxial Spinal System, used for posterior lumbar fusion procedures.

Reason for Recall

Possibility of the weld to the quick-connect breaking when force is applied to the handle for pedicle screw removal. A broken weld could lead to the use of an alternate method of screw removal, which could delay surgery up to 30 minutes.

Details

Recalling Firm
Zimmer, Inc.
Units Affected
14 devices
Distribution
US nationwide distribution.
Location
Warsaw, IN

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Zimmer Title 2 Bone Screw Remover Instrument, Part Number ET1093-01 Rx Only, Non-Sterile. The Screw Remover is a component of the Endius TITLE 2 Polyaxial Spinal System, used for posterior lumbar fusion procedures.. Recalled by Zimmer, Inc.. Units affected: 14 devices.
Why was this product recalled?
Possibility of the weld to the quick-connect breaking when force is applied to the handle for pedicle screw removal. A broken weld could lead to the use of an alternate method of screw removal, which could delay surgery up to 30 minutes.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on December 17, 2014. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0574-2015.