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FDA Devices Moderate Class II 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.

Reported: May 28, 2014 Initiated: April 4, 2014 #Z-1637-2014

Product 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 for Recall

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

Details

Recalling Firm
Smith & Nephew Inc
Units Affected
1,253 units total
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution -- USA, France, Germany, Sweden, Switzerland, UK, Canada, Australia, Japan, China, India, Dubai, South Africa, South Korea, Mexico, and Venezuela.
Location
Memphis, TN

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
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.. Recalled by Smith & Nephew Inc. Units affected: 1,253 units total.
Why was this product recalled?
A manufacturing error resulted in the set screw being inserted too deep in the affected nails.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on May 28, 2014. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1637-2014.