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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

Exactech Articulated Driver A nonpowered hand-held device intended for medical purposes to manipulate tissue, or for use with other devices in orthopedic surgery.

Reported: August 7, 2013 Initiated: May 30, 2013 #Z-1832-2013

Product Description

Exactech Articulated Driver A nonpowered hand-held device intended for medical purposes to manipulate tissue, or for use with other devices in orthopedic surgery.

Reason for Recall

When torque is applied to the Articulated Driver at the maximum angle, the cross pin may shift out of position, potentially leading to disassembly of the instrument.

Details

Recalling Firm
Exactech, Inc.
Units Affected
57
Distribution
US Distribution including the states of AR, CA, FL, NJ, NY, OK, and TX
Location
Gainesville, FL

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Exactech Articulated Driver A nonpowered hand-held device intended for medical purposes to manipulate tissue, or for use with other devices in orthopedic surgery.. Recalled by Exactech, Inc.. Units affected: 57.
Why was this product recalled?
When torque is applied to the Articulated Driver at the maximum angle, the cross pin may shift out of position, potentially leading to disassembly of the instrument.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on August 7, 2013. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1832-2013.