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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

Solanas 2.1mm FIXED DEPTH DRILL, 10mm, Part No. 63928-10. Component of the SOLANAS III Posterior Stabilization System, a spinal fixation system intended to improve stability of the cervical and thoracolumbar area of the spine (C1-T3).

Reported: July 30, 2014 Initiated: June 26, 2014 #Z-2092-2014

Product Description

Solanas 2.1mm FIXED DEPTH DRILL, 10mm, Part No. 63928-10. Component of the SOLANAS III Posterior Stabilization System, a spinal fixation system intended to improve stability of the cervical and thoracolumbar area of the spine (C1-T3).

Reason for Recall

Alphatec Spine is recalling the 2.1mm Fixed Depth Drill 10mm because they received a report that the instrument malfunctioned and golden stop slid from its fixed position during use.

Details

Recalling Firm
Alphatec Spine, Inc.
Units Affected
14 units total (12 units in US)
Distribution
Nationwide Distribution including CT, NC, AL, WV, IL, AR, and NY.
Location
Carlsbad, CA

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Solanas 2.1mm FIXED DEPTH DRILL, 10mm, Part No. 63928-10. Component of the SOLANAS III Posterior Stabilization System, a spinal fixation system intended to improve stability of the cervical and thoracolumbar area of the spine (C1-T3).. Recalled by Alphatec Spine, Inc.. Units affected: 14 units total (12 units in US).
Why was this product recalled?
Alphatec Spine is recalling the 2.1mm Fixed Depth Drill 10mm because they received a report that the instrument malfunctioned and golden stop slid from its fixed position during use.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on July 30, 2014. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-2092-2014.