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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

DePuy Synthes 15.0MM REAMER HEAD FOR RIA 2 STERILE -Orthopedic manual surgical instrument Part Code: 03.404.026S

Reported: December 23, 2020 Initiated: November 19, 2020 #Z-0581-2021

Product Description

DePuy Synthes 15.0MM REAMER HEAD FOR RIA 2 STERILE -Orthopedic manual surgical instrument Part Code: 03.404.026S

Reason for Recall

RIA 2 reamer head breakage exceeds the expected occurrence rate resulting in adverse tissue reaction, soft tissue damage, and/or bone damage, when the recommended surgical techniques are not followed

Details

Units Affected
748 US; 381 OUS
Distribution
Nationwide Foreign:countries: United Arab Emirates, Austria, Australia, Belgium, Switzerland, China, Czech Republic, Germany, Spain, United Kingdom, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Singapore,
Location
West Chester, PA

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
DePuy Synthes 15.0MM REAMER HEAD FOR RIA 2 STERILE -Orthopedic manual surgical instrument Part Code: 03.404.026S. Recalled by Synthes (USA) Products LLC. Units affected: 748 US; 381 OUS.
Why was this product recalled?
RIA 2 reamer head breakage exceeds the expected occurrence rate resulting in adverse tissue reaction, soft tissue damage, and/or bone damage, when the recommended surgical techniques are not followed
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on December 23, 2020. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0581-2021.