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FDA Devices recall · Reported February 25, 2015

Restoris Partial Knee Application (PKA) RIO (TGS 2.0). For use with the Robotic Arm Interactive Orthopedic System (RIO), is indicated for use in surgical knee procedures.

When using the MAKOplasty partial knee Arthroplasty application, the burr continues spinning outside of the stereotactic boundary and after the control switches (foot pedal and tr…

Recall #
Z-1128-2015
Affected scope
228 units
Initiated
January 22, 2015
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Mako Surgical Corporation recalled Restoris Partial Knee Application (PKA) RIO (TGS 2.0). For use with the Robotic Arm In… - a moderate-severity action.

Restoris Partial Knee Application (PKA) RIO (TGS 2.0). For use with the Robotic Arm In… was recalled by Mako Surgical Corporation in February 25, 2015. Reason: When using the MAKOplasty partial knee Arthroplasty application, the burr continues spinning outside of the s…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-1128-2015 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Mako Surgical Corporation issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-When using the MAKOplasty partial knee Arthroplasty application, the burr continues spinning outside of the s….

Moderate
severity level
228 units
affected scope
Class II
classification
February 25, 2015
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-1128-2015 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Devices action (record #Z-1128-2015) was formally reported on February 25, 2015, with the manufacturer initiating the action on January 22, 2015. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Mako Surgical Corporation is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Plantation, FL. Federal records list the affected scope as 228 units.

The documented reason for this recall is: When using the MAKOplasty partial knee Arthroplasty application, the burr continues spinning outside of the stereotactic boundary and after the control switches (foot pedal and trigger) cease to be activated Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Nationwide Distribution-including the states of AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, LA, MA, MD, MI, MO, MS, NC, NH, NJ, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI, WV and Hawaii.. 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, 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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Product description

Restoris Partial Knee Application (PKA) RIO (TGS 2.0). For use with the Robotic Arm Interactive Orthopedic System (RIO), is indicated for use in surgical knee procedures.

Reason for recall

When using the MAKOplasty partial knee Arthroplasty application, the burr continues spinning outside of the stereotactic boundary and after the control switches (foot pedal and trigger) cease to be activated

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-1128-2015
Date reported February 25, 2015
Date initiated January 22, 2015
Recalling firm Mako Surgical Corporation
Firm location Plantation, FL
Affected scope 228 units
Distribution Nationwide Distribution-including the states of AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, LA, MA, MD, MI, MO, MS, NC, NH, NJ, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI, WV and Hawaii.

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

Scale of Impact

228 units 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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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Restoris Partial Knee Application (PKA) RIO (TGS 2.0). For use with the Robotic Arm Interactive Orthopedic System (RIO), is indicated for use in surgical knee procedures.. Recalled by Mako Surgical Corporation. Units affected: 228 units.
Why was this product recalled?
When using the MAKOplasty partial knee Arthroplasty application, the burr continues spinning outside of the stereotactic boundary and after the control switches (foot pedal and trigger) cease to be activated
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on February 25, 2015. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1128-2015.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Nationwide Distribution-including the states of AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, LA, MA, MD, MI, MO, MS, NC, NH, NJ, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI, WV and Hawaii..
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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