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FDA Devices recall · Reported February 5, 2025

Medtronic PIN, 100mm STERILE PERCUTANEOUS REF: 9733235 Medtronic PIN, 150MM, STERILE PERCUTANEOUS REF: 97733236 The Sterile Percutaneous Reference Pin Set is intended to be used to place and remove a pin percutaneously into bony patient anatomy for rigid attachment of a patient reference during image-guided surgeries using a Medtronic computer-assisted surgery system.

Due to an increase in complaint that the percutaneous reference pin would not fit into the patient reference frame or percutaneous pin adapter.

Recall #
Z-1022-2025
Affected scope
67,370 pins
Initiated
December 4, 2024
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Medtronic Navigation, Inc. recalled Medtronic PIN, 100mm STERILE PERCUTANEOUS REF: 9733235 Medtronic PIN, 150MM, STERILE P… - a moderate-severity action.

Medtronic PIN, 100mm STERILE PERCUTANEOUS REF: 9733235 Medtronic PIN, 150MM, STERILE P… was recalled by Medtronic Navigation, Inc. in February 5, 2025. Reason: Due to an increase in complaint that the percutaneous reference pin would not fit into the patient reference …. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-1022-2025 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Medtronic Navigation, Inc. issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-Due to an increase in complaint that the percutaneous reference pin would not fit into the patient reference ….

Moderate
severity level
Class II
classification
February 5, 2025
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-1022-2025 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution scope (see Distribution below) 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, 6 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 agency-classified recall sits among FDA Class I/II/III notices

Of 88,244 recalls with an agency hazard classification, 19,068 are high severity, 64,652 moderate, and 4,524 low. A further 16,179 CPSC/NHTSA recalls have no agency class and are excluded from this split. This recall is classified moderate severity.

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Product description

Medtronic PIN, 100mm STERILE PERCUTANEOUS REF: 9733235 Medtronic PIN, 150MM, STERILE PERCUTANEOUS REF: 97733236 The Sterile Percutaneous Reference Pin Set is intended to be used to place and remove a pin percutaneously into bony patient anatomy for rigid attachment of a patient reference during image-guided surgeries using a Medtronic computer-assisted surgery system.

Reason for recall

Due to an increase in complaint that the percutaneous reference pin would not fit into the patient reference frame or percutaneous pin adapter.

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 Ongoing
Recall number Z-1022-2025
Date reported February 5, 2025
Date initiated December 4, 2024
Recalling firm Medtronic Navigation, Inc.
Firm location Lafayette, CO
Affected scope 67,370 pins
Distribution Worldwide - U.S. Nationwide distribution including in the states of AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, PR, RI, SC, SD,…

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

What to do with this recall

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Medtronic PIN, 100mm STERILE PERCUTANEOUS REF: 9733235 Medtronic PIN, 150MM, STERILE PERCUTANEOUS REF: 97733236 The Sterile Percutaneous Reference Pin Set is intended to be used to place and remove a pin percutaneously into bony patient anatomy for rigid attachment of a patient reference during image-guided surgeries using a Medtronic computer-assisted surgery system.. Recalled by Medtronic Navigation, Inc.. Units affected: 67,370 pins.
Why was this product recalled?
Due to an increase in complaint that the percutaneous reference pin would not fit into the patient reference frame or percutaneous pin adapter.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on February 5, 2025. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1022-2025.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Worldwide - U.S. Nationwide distribution including in the states of AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, PR, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WI, WV, and WY. The countries of Australia, Austria, Bangladesh, Belgium, Brazil, Bulgaria, Canada, China, Costa Rica, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, Germany, Guatemala, Hong Kong, Hungary, India, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kuwait, Mexico, Morocco, Namibia, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Reunion, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Slovakia, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, Tunisia, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, Vietnam..
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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