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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Ongoing

Flexible Drill Shaft, FMP Acetabular System Instrumentation REF 803-05-239 RX Encore Medical, L.P.

Reported: August 7, 2019 Initiated: September 19, 2018 #Z-2090-2019

Product Description

Flexible Drill Shaft, FMP Acetabular System Instrumentation REF 803-05-239 RX Encore Medical, L.P.

Reason for Recall

Manufacturing error, the drill bit shaft is unable to properly capture the drill bit pin. Failure of the drill bit shaft to capture the drill bit pin could result in the drill bit coming loose which could result in a delay in surgery or adverse patient reaction resulting in a revision surgery.

Details

Recalling Firm
Encore Medical, Lp
Units Affected
21
Distribution
US ( MS, NY, MO, OK, UT, AZ)
Location
Austin, TX

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Flexible Drill Shaft, FMP Acetabular System Instrumentation REF 803-05-239 RX Encore Medical, L.P.. Recalled by Encore Medical, Lp. Units affected: 21.
Why was this product recalled?
Manufacturing error, the drill bit shaft is unable to properly capture the drill bit pin. Failure of the drill bit shaft to capture the drill bit pin could result in the drill bit coming loose which could result in a delay in surgery or adverse patient reaction resulting in a revision surgery.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on August 7, 2019. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-2090-2019.