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FDA Devices recall · Reported May 7, 2014

The Osteo-Clage System consists of stainless steel cable/sleeves and compression plates. . 2.0 mm x 850mm SS Cable/Sleeve; Part Number 01-0020-S 2.0 mm SS Sleeve Only; Part Number 01-0022-S 8, 7 hole, SS compression plate; Part Number 02-2007-S 10, 9 hole, SS compression plate; Part Number 02-2009-S Product Usage: The Osteo-Clage Stainless Steel Bone Plate is an implantable straight, rigid stainless steel plate. It is used in conjunction with 4.5mm Cortical bone screws to provide com

Manufacturing of these devices with a grade of stainless steel that is not within specifications.

Recall #
Z-1515-2014
Affected scope
141 units in the US; 294 units outside the US.
Initiated
March 26, 2014
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Acumed LLC recalled The Osteo-Clage System consists of stainless steel cable/sleeves and compression plates. … - a moderate-severity action.

The Osteo-Clage System consists of stainless steel cable/sleeves and compression plates. … was recalled by Acumed LLC in May 7, 2014. Reason: Manufacturing of these devices with a grade of stainless steel that is not within specifications.. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-1515-2014 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Acumed LLC issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-Manufacturing of these devices with a grade of stainless steel that is not within specifications..

Moderate
severity level
141 units
affected scope
Class II
classification
May 7, 2014
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-1515-2014 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 recall sits in its category - 41,021 medical devices recalls on record

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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

The Osteo-Clage System consists of stainless steel cable/sleeves and compression plates. . 2.0 mm x 850mm SS Cable/Sleeve; Part Number 01-0020-S 2.0 mm SS Sleeve Only; Part Number 01-0022-S 8, 7 hole, SS compression plate; Part Number 02-2007-S 10, 9 hole, SS compression plate; Part Number 02-2009-S Product Usage: The Osteo-Clage Stainless Steel Bone Plate is an implantable straight, rigid stainless steel plate. It is used in conjunction with 4.5mm Cortical bone screws to provide compression across bone fractures. The Osteo-Clage Cerclage Wire Crimp sleeve is used in conjunction with the bone plate in cerclage fixation procedures

Reason for recall

Manufacturing of these devices with a grade of stainless steel that is not within specifications.

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-1515-2014
Date reported May 7, 2014
Date initiated March 26, 2014
Recalling firm Acumed LLC
Firm location Hillsboro, OR
Affected scope 141 units in the US; 294 units outside the US.
Distribution US Nationwide Distribution - in the states of CA, CO, FL, GA, LA, MI, MN, MO, OH, OR, PA, PR, TX, UT, VA, WA and WY. Product was distributed outside the US to: Australia, China, Figi, France, Great Britain, Italy, Japan, Korea, Maylasi…

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

Scale of Impact

141 units in the US; 294 units outside the US. 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?
The Osteo-Clage System consists of stainless steel cable/sleeves and compression plates. . 2.0 mm x 850mm SS Cable/Sleeve; Part Number 01-0020-S 2.0 mm SS Sleeve Only; Part Number 01-0022-S 8, 7 hole, SS compression plate; Part Number 02-2007-S 10, 9 hole, SS compression plate; Part Number 02-2009-S Product Usage: The Osteo-Clage Stainless Steel Bone Plate is an implantable straight, rigid stainless steel plate. It is used in conjunction with 4.5mm Cortical bone screws to provide compression across bone fractures. The Osteo-Clage Cerclage Wire Crimp sleeve is used in conjunction with the bone plate in cerclage fixation procedures. Recalled by Acumed LLC. Units affected: 141 units in the US; 294 units outside the US..
Why was this product recalled?
Manufacturing of these devices with a grade of stainless steel that is not within specifications.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on May 7, 2014. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1515-2014.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: US Nationwide Distribution - in the states of CA, CO, FL, GA, LA, MI, MN, MO, OH, OR, PA, PR, TX, UT, VA, WA and WY. Product was distributed outside the US to: Australia, China, Figi, France, Great Britain, Italy, Japan, Korea, Maylasia, Sweden, South Africa, Spain..
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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