Severity
Moderate
FDA Devices recall · Reported December 21, 2022
During accelerated shelf-life extension studies it was noted that the final packaging was experiencing a potential of failure of the sterile packaging barrier which could result i…
NuVasive Specialized Orthopedics, Inc. recalled NUVASIVE MAGEC MAGEC 2 Rod. The MAGEC System is used to brace the spine during growth t… - a moderate-severity action.
NUVASIVE MAGEC MAGEC 2 Rod. The MAGEC System is used to brace the spine during growth t… was recalled by NuVasive Specialized Orthopedics, Inc. in December 21, 2022. Reason: During accelerated shelf-life extension studies it was noted that the final packaging was experiencing a pote…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-0559-2023 with the FDA Devices before acting.
The recall
NuVasive Specialized Orthopedics, Inc. issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-During accelerated shelf-life extension studies it was noted that the final packaging was experiencing a pote….
Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-0559-2023 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
This FDA Devices action (record #Z-0559-2023) was formally reported on December 21, 2022, with the manufacturer initiating the action on November 1, 2022. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Ongoing. NuVasive Specialized Orthopedics, Inc. is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Aliso Viejo, CA. Federal records list the affected scope as 1,873 units.
The documented reason for this recall is: During accelerated shelf-life extension studies it was noted that the final packaging was experiencing a potential of failure of the sterile packaging barrier which could result in a hazardous situation where the device… Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Distribution US nationwide including Puerto Rico; Chile, Israel, Jordan, New Zealand, Singapore, Sweden, Thailand, and United Arab Emirates.. 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
Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.
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Severity
Moderate
Affected scope
1,873 units
Related Recalls
6
3 from same agency
NUVASIVE MAGEC MAGEC 2 Rod. The MAGEC System is used to brace the spine during growth to minimize the progression of scoliosis. REF Model Numbers/NSO Item #/Product Description MC2-4590S / PA0684-001 / MAGEC 2 Rod, 4.5mm 90mm Standard MC2-5590S / PA0684-002 / MAGEC 2 Rod, 5.5,mm 90mm Standard MC2-6090R / PA0684-003 / MAGEC 2 Rod, 6.0mm 70mm Offset MC2-4590R / PA0684-004 / MAGEC 2 Rod, 4.5mm 90mm Offset MC2-5590R / PA0684-005 / MAGEC 2 Rod, 5.5mm 90mm Offset MC2-6090S / PA0684-006 / MAGEC 2 Rod, 6.0mm 70mm Standard MC2-4570S / PA0684-007 / MAGEC 2 Rod, 4.5mm 70mm Standard MC2-5570S / PA0684-008 / MAGEC 2 Rod, 5.5mm 70mm Standard MC2-6070S / PA0684-009 / MAGEC 2 Rod, 6.0mm 70mm Standard MC2-4570R / PA0684-010 / MAGEC 2 Rod, 4.5mm 70mm Offset MC2-5570R / PA0684-011 / MAGEC 2 Rod, 5.5mm 70mm Offset MC2-6070R / PA0864-012 / MAGEC 2 Rod, 6.0mm 70mm Offset MC2-5090S / PA0684-013 / MAGEC 2 Rod, 5.0mm 90mm Standard MC2-5090R / PA0684-014 / MAGEC 2 Rod, 5.0mm 90mm Offset MC2-5070S / PA0684-015 / MAGEC 2 Rod, 5.0mm 70mm Standard MC2-5070R / PA0684-016 / MAGEC 2 Rod, 5.0mm 70mm Offset
During accelerated shelf-life extension studies it was noted that the final packaging was experiencing a potential of failure of the sterile packaging barrier which could result in a hazardous situation where the device is no longer sterile.
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Severity class | Moderate (Class II) |
| Status | Ongoing |
| Recall number | Z-0559-2023 |
| Date reported | December 21, 2022 |
| Date initiated | November 1, 2022 |
| Recalling firm | NuVasive Specialized Orthopedics, Inc. |
| Firm location | Aliso Viejo, CA |
| Affected scope | 1,873 units |
| Distribution | Distribution US nationwide including Puerto Rico; Chile, Israel, Jordan, New Zealand, Singapore, Sweden, Thailand, and United Arab Emirates. |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Devices enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
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