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FDA Devices recall · Reported January 31, 2018

smith&nephew, 2.4 MM, 6 HOLE, EVOS, FLEX PLATE, SST Plate, REF CATALOG NUMBER 72442360N, NON-STERILE, Rx only, (01)00885556456446(10), (11)171116 Bone plates and bone screws from the EVOS Mini-Fragment Plating System are intended for use in internal fixation of small bones and small bone fragments and non-load bearing stabilization and reduction of bone fragments in long bones.

One lot of EVOS 2.4MM Flex Plate 6 Hole packaging contained templates.

Recall #
Z-0408-2018
Affected scope
12
Initiated
November 29, 2017
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Smith & Nephew, Inc. recalled smith&nephew, 2.4 MM, 6 HOLE, EVOS, FLEX PLATE, SST Plate, REF CATALOG NUMBER 72442360N, … - a moderate-severity action.

smith&nephew, 2.4 MM, 6 HOLE, EVOS, FLEX PLATE, SST Plate, REF CATALOG NUMBER 72442360N, … was recalled by Smith & Nephew, Inc. in January 31, 2018. Reason: One lot of EVOS 2.4MM Flex Plate 6 Hole packaging contained templates.. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-0408-2018 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Smith & Nephew, Inc. issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-One lot of EVOS 2.4MM Flex Plate 6 Hole packaging contained templates..

Moderate
severity level
12 units
affected scope
Class II
classification
January 31, 2018
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-0408-2018 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Devices action (record #Z-0408-2018) was formally reported on January 31, 2018, with the manufacturer initiating the action on November 29, 2017. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Smith & Nephew, Inc. is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Memphis, TN. Federal records list the affected scope as 12.

The documented reason for this recall is: One lot of EVOS 2.4MM Flex Plate 6 Hole packaging contained templates. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: US Distribution to the state of OR, and Internationally to Colombia.. 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.

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Where this recall sits in its category - 40,322 medical devices recalls on record

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Where this recall sits in the database

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

12

Related Recalls

6

3 from same agency

Product description

smith&nephew, 2.4 MM, 6 HOLE, EVOS, FLEX PLATE, SST Plate, REF CATALOG NUMBER 72442360N, NON-STERILE, Rx only, (01)00885556456446(10), (11)171116 Bone plates and bone screws from the EVOS Mini-Fragment Plating System are intended for use in internal fixation of small bones and small bone fragments and non-load bearing stabilization and reduction of bone fragments in long bones.

Reason for recall

One lot of EVOS 2.4MM Flex Plate 6 Hole packaging contained templates.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the FDA Devices recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Severity class Moderate (Class II)
Status Terminated
Recall number Z-0408-2018
Date reported January 31, 2018
Date initiated November 29, 2017
Recalling firm Smith & Nephew, Inc.
Firm location Memphis, TN
Affected scope 12
Distribution US Distribution to the state of OR, and Internationally to Colombia.

Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Devices enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Scale of Impact

12 units affected - limited or regional distribution scale.

Regional (<10K units) ✓ This recall
Multi-state (10K – 100K units) -
Large-scale (100K – 1M units) -
Massive (≥1M units) -

Bracket cutoffs follow federal recall-disclosure conventions; bar widths scale linearly within each bracket. Source: PlainRecalls analysis of U.S. Food and Drug Administration filings.

What to do with this recall

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  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

This page summarizes the official FDA Devices record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
smith&nephew, 2.4 MM, 6 HOLE, EVOS, FLEX PLATE, SST Plate, REF CATALOG NUMBER 72442360N, NON-STERILE, Rx only, (01)00885556456446(10), (11)171116 Bone plates and bone screws from the EVOS Mini-Fragment Plating System are intended for use in internal fixation of small bones and small bone fragments and non-load bearing stabilization and reduction of bone fragments in long bones.. Recalled by Smith & Nephew, Inc.. Units affected: 12.
Why was this product recalled?
One lot of EVOS 2.4MM Flex Plate 6 Hole packaging contained templates.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on January 31, 2018. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0408-2018.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: US Distribution to the state of OR, and Internationally to Colombia..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (Z-0408-2018) against your product. Visit the official FDA Devices website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
Should I stop using a recalled medication or medical device?
Do not stop using a recalled medication or device without consulting your healthcare provider first, as abruptly discontinuing treatment could pose its own health risks. Your doctor can advise on alternatives or whether the recall applies to your specific product lot. Check the recall number and lot information against your product packaging.

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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: FDA Devices, reported January 31, 2018. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.