Severity
Moderate
FDA Devices recall · Reported July 6, 2016
The affected K-wires do not meet specification requirements. Specifically, a) K-wires were made of 316LVM stainless steel instead of 304 stainless steel. b) K-wires have passivate…
Integra LifeSciences Corp. recalled K-wire, Smooth Double-pointed 0.8 x 90mm, a component of the METASURG Capture Screw Syste… - a moderate-severity action.
K-wire, Smooth Double-pointed 0.8 x 90mm, a component of the METASURG Capture Screw Syste… was recalled by Integra LifeSciences Corp. in July 6, 2016. Reason: The affected K-wires do not meet specification requirements. Specifically, a) K-wires were made of 316LVM sta…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-2084-2016 with the FDA Devices before acting.
The recall
Integra LifeSciences Corp. issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-The affected K-wires do not meet specification requirements. Specifically, a) K-wires were made of 316LVM sta….
Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-2084-2016 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
This FDA Devices action (record #Z-2084-2016) was formally reported on July 6, 2016, with the manufacturer initiating the action on May 20, 2016. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Integra LifeSciences Corp. is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Plainsboro, NJ. Federal records list the affected scope as 182 units.
The documented reason for this recall is: The affected K-wires do not meet specification requirements. Specifically, a) K-wires were made of 316LVM stainless steel instead of 304 stainless steel. b) K-wires have passivated surface finish instead of electro-poli… Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Nationwide Distribution to OK, CA, TX, WA, GA, NY, MS, NY, PA. 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, 3 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 recall sits in its category - 40,322 medical devices recalls on record
Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.
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Severity
Moderate
Affected scope
182 units
Related Recalls
6
3 from same agency
K-wire, Smooth Double-pointed 0.8 x 90mm, a component of the METASURG Capture Screw System The K-wire is used in conjunction with the 2.0 mm cannulated screws for the METASURG Capture Screw System. The K-wire is used by the physician to insert into the bone and to act as a guide for drilling, countersinking and installing screws
The affected K-wires do not meet specification requirements. Specifically, a) K-wires were made of 316LVM stainless steel instead of 304 stainless steel. b) K-wires have passivated surface finish instead of electro-polish surface finish. c) K-wires have incorrect length and diameter.
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Severity class | Moderate (Class II) |
| Status | Terminated |
| Recall number | Z-2084-2016 |
| Date reported | July 6, 2016 |
| Date initiated | May 20, 2016 |
| Recalling firm | Integra LifeSciences Corp. |
| Firm location | Plainsboro, NJ |
| Affected scope | 182 units |
| Distribution | Nationwide Distribution to OK, CA, TX, WA, GA, NY, MS, NY, PA |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Devices enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
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