Severity
Moderate
FDA Devices recall · Reported October 15, 2014
Incorrect sizing was being laser etched on the MaxLock Extreme Mod-Foot Concave Reamer
Orthohelix Surgical Designs Inc recalled MaxLock Extreme Mod-Foot Concave Reamer; Individually packaged in a 3 x 4 bag and heat se… - a moderate-severity action.
MaxLock Extreme Mod-Foot Concave Reamer; Individually packaged in a 3 x 4 bag and heat se… was recalled by Orthohelix Surgical Designs Inc in October 15, 2014. Reason: Incorrect sizing was being laser etched on the MaxLock Extreme Mod-Foot Concave Reamer. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-0062-2015 with the FDA Devices before acting.
The recall
Orthohelix Surgical Designs Inc issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-Incorrect sizing was being laser etched on the MaxLock Extreme Mod-Foot Concave Reamer.
Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-0062-2015 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
This FDA Devices action (record #Z-0062-2015) was formally reported on October 15, 2014, with the manufacturer initiating the action on September 19, 2014. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Orthohelix Surgical Designs Inc is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Medina, OH. Federal records list the affected scope as 38.
The documented reason for this recall is: Incorrect sizing was being laser etched on the MaxLock Extreme Mod-Foot Concave Reamer Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: USA Distribution -- in the states of WI, NM, TX, WA, MO, OH, UT, TN, MI, VA, NC, VA, and PA.. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 3 from FDA Devices - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
Where this recall sits in its category - 40,322 medical devices recalls on record
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Severity
Moderate
Affected scope
38
Related Recalls
6
3 from same agency
MaxLock Extreme Mod-Foot Concave Reamer; Individually packaged in a 3 x 4 bag and heat sealed with label on the outside. Used during procedures to clear away bone and cartilage within the desired implant area.
Incorrect sizing was being laser etched on the MaxLock Extreme Mod-Foot Concave Reamer
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Severity class | Moderate (Class II) |
| Status | Terminated |
| Recall number | Z-0062-2015 |
| Date reported | October 15, 2014 |
| Date initiated | September 19, 2014 |
| Recalling firm | Orthohelix Surgical Designs Inc |
| Firm location | Medina, OH |
| Affected scope | 38 |
| Distribution | USA Distribution -- in the states of WI, NM, TX, WA, MO, OH, UT, TN, MI, VA, NC, VA, and PA. |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Devices enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
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