Recall Z-0992-2014

Synthes, Inc. · initiated January 27, 2014

Class II Terminated

Class II – products that might cause a temporary health problem or pose a slight threat of a serious nature

Product

Synthes Matrix Mandible Short Threaded Drill Guide intended for oral, maxillofacial surgery; trauma and reconstructive surgery, specifically for fractures of the subcondylar region of the mandible and fractures of the condylar basis region of the mandible.

Codes / lots: part No. 03.503.043, lot #7908431

Reason for recall

One lot of Matrix Mandible Short Threaded Drill Guides (part No. 03.503.043) has a gray colored band instead of a green colored band as pictured in the Technique Guide.

FDA-determined cause: Process control

Action taken

A recall letter, dated January 27, 2014, was sent to end users and sales consultants.

Details

Recall number
Z-0992-2014
Initiated
January 27, 2014
Posted by FDA
February 19, 2014
Terminated
July 20, 2015
Product code
FZX – Guide, Surgical, Instrument
Quantity
12
Distribution
US distribution to MI, TX, and CA.
Recalling firm
Synthes, Inc., West Chester, PA

Official FDA recall record