Recall Z-3172-2024

Smith & Nephew, Inc. · initiated July 9, 2024

Class II Open, Classified

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

Product

DIAMOND POINT, BOTH ENDS K-WIRE, REF 128062, metallic bone fixation fastener

Codes / lots: Batch 21KNX0074

Reason for recall

Smith & Nephew, Inc., has initiated a field action to voluntarily remove two batches of K-Wires due to a packaging error. A complaint was received indicating that a package contained K-WIRE .062X9 2PT DM wires instead of K-WIRE .045X9 2PT DM as described on the product label.

FDA-determined cause: Packaging change control

Action taken

Smith & Nephew issued and Urgent Medical Device Recall Notice to its consignees on 07/09/2024 via overnight mail. The notice explained the problem, potential risk, and requested the return of the product. Sales representatives, District Offices, and/or Distributors were directed to notify their customers. For questions or concerns regarding this recall please contact FieldActions@smith-nephew.com.

Details

Recall number
Z-3172-2024
Initiated
July 9, 2024
Posted by FDA
September 19, 2024
Product code
HTY – Pin, Fixation, Smooth
Quantity
73 units
Distribution
US, Canada, Norway
Recalling firm
Smith & Nephew, Inc., Memphis, TN

Official FDA recall record

Other products in the same recall event

RecallProductInitiated
Z-3171-2024 Class IIDIAMOND POINT, BOTH ENDS K-WIRE, REF 128042, metallic bone fixation fastenerSmith & Nephew, Inc., has initiated a field action to voluntarily remove two batches of K-Wires due to a… 07/09/2024Open, Classified