PlainRecalls
FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

S4C Occiput Torque Wrench F/Set Screw; used to tighten the S4 Cervical Spinal System clamping screws with a defined torque 2.8 Nm for tightening the clamping screw in the screw head/hook head/occipital plate/transverse connector and other connectors.

Reported: August 12, 2015 Initiated: July 7, 2015 #Z-2326-2015

Product Description

S4C Occiput Torque Wrench F/Set Screw; used to tighten the S4 Cervical Spinal System clamping screws with a defined torque 2.8 Nm for tightening the clamping screw in the screw head/hook head/occipital plate/transverse connector and other connectors.

Reason for Recall

A FW103R torque wrench that was improperly reassembled after reprocessing caused a screw to break during implantation due to too much torque. The firm did not include instructions for reassembly after reprocessing.

Details

Recalling Firm
Aesculap, Inc.
Units Affected
10
Distribution
Distributed US (nationwide) and to Canada.
Location
Center Valley, PA

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
S4C Occiput Torque Wrench F/Set Screw; used to tighten the S4 Cervical Spinal System clamping screws with a defined torque 2.8 Nm for tightening the clamping screw in the screw head/hook head/occipital plate/transverse connector and other connectors.. Recalled by Aesculap, Inc.. Units affected: 10.
Why was this product recalled?
A FW103R torque wrench that was improperly reassembled after reprocessing caused a screw to break during implantation due to too much torque. The firm did not include instructions for reassembly after reprocessing.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on August 12, 2015. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-2326-2015.