TEMA Axle Small, REF 1590.15.010 (additional information is pending receipt of the firm's product label/labeling)

Due to the incorrect component, that is not cleared to be marketed in the U.S., being included in its elbow prosthesis.

Recall #: Z-1261-2023
Affected scope: 5 systems
Initiated: January 25, 2023

Compiled from official public sources by the publisher. · Updated September 2026

Limacorporate S.p.A recalled TEMA Axle Small, REF 1590.15.010 (additional information is pending receipt of the firm'… - a moderate-severity action.

TEMA Axle Small, REF 1590.15.010 (additional information is pending receipt of the firm'… was recalled by Limacorporate S.p.A in March 22, 2023. Reason: Due to the incorrect component, that is not cleared to be marketed in the U.S., being included in its elbow p…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-1261-2023 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Limacorporate S.p.A issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-Due to the incorrect component, that is not cleared to be marketed in the U.S., being included in its elbow p….

Moderate
severity level: Class II
classification: March 22, 2023
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-1261-2023 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.

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.

Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.

Product description

TEMA Axle Small, REF 1590.15.010 (additional information is pending receipt of the firm's product label/labeling)

Reason for recall

Due to the incorrect component, that is not cleared to be marketed in the U.S., being included in its elbow prosthesis.

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-1261-2023
Date reported	March 22, 2023
Date initiated	January 25, 2023
Recalling firm	Limacorporate S.p.A
Firm location	San Daniele Del Friuli, N/A
Affected scope	5 systems
Distribution	U.S. Distribution to: TX

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? ▼

TEMA Axle Small, REF 1590.15.010 (additional information is pending receipt of the firm's product label/labeling). Recalled by Limacorporate S.p.A. Units affected: 5 systems.

Why was this product recalled? ▼

Due to the incorrect component, that is not cleared to be marketed in the U.S., being included in its elbow prosthesis.

Which agency issued this recall? ▼

This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on March 22, 2023. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1261-2023.

Where was the recalled product distributed? ▼

Distribution: U.S. Distribution to: TX.

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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