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FDA Devices recall · Reported June 17, 2020

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Due to a manufacturing process issue, it allowed vertebral body bone screws to not seat properly within the spinal device/cage.

Recall #
Z-2354-2020
Affected scope
A total of 27 lots producing 178 units
Initiated
January 7, 2019
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Acuity Surgical Devices, LLC recalled A LINK Z INTERVERTEBRAL BODY FUSION DEVICE Product Description: A Link Z Ti Unitary P… - a moderate-severity action.

A LINK Z INTERVERTEBRAL BODY FUSION DEVICE Product Description: A Link Z Ti Unitary P… was recalled by Acuity Surgical Devices, LLC in June 17, 2020. Reason: Due to a manufacturing process issue, it allowed vertebral body bone screws to not seat properly within the s…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-2354-2020 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Acuity Surgical Devices, LLC issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-Due to a manufacturing process issue, it allowed vertebral body bone screws to not seat properly within the s….

Moderate
severity level
Class II
classification
June 17, 2020
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-2354-2020 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

A LINK Z INTERVERTEBRAL BODY FUSION DEVICE Product Description: A Link Z Ti Unitary Plate-Cage 32x21x15 7 A Link Z Ti Unitary Plate-Cage 32x21x15 12 A Link Z Ti Unitary Plate-Cage 32x21x15 16 A Link Z Ti Unitary Plate-Cage 32x21x15 16 A Link Z Ti Unitary Plate-Cage 32x21x15 16 A Link Z Ti Unitary Plate-Cage 32x21x15 20 A Link Z Ti Unitary Plate-Cage 32x21x15 20 A Link Z Ti Unitary Plate-Cage 32x21x15 20 A Link Z Ti Unitary Plate-Cage 32x21x17 12 A Link Z Ti Unitary Plate-Cage 32x21x17 16 A Link Z Ti Unitary Plate-Cage 32x21x17 20 A Link Z Ti Unitary Plate-Cage 32x21x19 20 A Link Z Ti Unitary Plate-Cage 32x24x15 7 A Link Z Ti Unitary Plate-Cage 32x24x15 16 A Link Z Ti Unitary Plate-Cage 36x26x15 12 A Link Z Ti Unitary Plate-Cage 36x26x15 12 A Link Z Ti Unitary Plate-Cage 36x26x15 16 A Link Z Ti Unitary Plate-Cage 36x26x15 16 A Link Z Ti Unitary Plate-Cage 36x26x15 16 A Link Z Ti Unitary Plate-Cage 36x26x15 16 A Link Z Ti Unitary Plate-Cage 36x26x15 20 A Link Z Ti Unitary Plate-Cage 36x26x15 20 A Link Z Ti Unitary Plate-Cage 36x26x15 20 A Link Z Ti Unitary Open Interbody 32x24x12 7 A Link Z Ti Unitary Open Interbody 32x24x12 12 A Link Z Ti Unitary Open Interbody 32x24x16 7 A Link Z Ti Unitary Open Interbody 32x24x16 12 Product Usage: is a spinal device that is implanted in the intervertebral body space via an anterior approach to improve stability of the spine while supporting fusion.

Reason for recall

Due to a manufacturing process issue, it allowed vertebral body bone screws to not seat properly within the spinal device/cage.

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-2354-2020
Date reported June 17, 2020
Date initiated January 7, 2019
Recalling firm Acuity Surgical Devices, LLC
Firm location Irving, TX
Affected scope A total of 27 lots producing 178 units
Distribution US Nationwide distribution including in the states of TX, FL, NC, LA, KY, WI, SD, IL, CA, and KS. O.U.S.: None

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?
A LINK Z INTERVERTEBRAL BODY FUSION DEVICE Product Description: A Link Z Ti Unitary Plate-Cage 32x21x15 7 A Link Z Ti Unitary Plate-Cage 32x21x15 12 A Link Z Ti Unitary Plate-Cage 32x21x15 16 A Link Z Ti Unitary Plate-Cage 32x21x15 16 A Link Z Ti Unitary Plate-Cage 32x21x15 16 A Link Z Ti Unitary Plate-Cage 32x21x15 20 A Link Z Ti Unitary Plate-Cage 32x21x15 20 A Link Z Ti Unitary Plate-Cage 32x21x15 20 A Link Z Ti Unitary Plate-Cage 32x21x17 12 A Link Z Ti Unitary Plate-Cage 32x21x17 16 A Link Z Ti Unitary Plate-Cage 32x21x17 20 A Link Z Ti Unitary Plate-Cage 32x21x19 20 A Link Z Ti Unitary Plate-Cage 32x24x15 7 A Link Z Ti Unitary Plate-Cage 32x24x15 16 A Link Z Ti Unitary Plate-Cage 36x26x15 12 A Link Z Ti Unitary Plate-Cage 36x26x15 12 A Link Z Ti Unitary Plate-Cage 36x26x15 16 A Link Z Ti Unitary Plate-Cage 36x26x15 16 A Link Z Ti Unitary Plate-Cage 36x26x15 16 A Link Z Ti Unitary Plate-Cage 36x26x15 16 A Link Z Ti Unitary Plate-Cage 36x26x15 20 A Link Z Ti Unitary Plate-Cage 36x26x15 20 A Link Z Ti Unitary Plate-Cage 36x26x15 20 A Link Z Ti Unitary Open Interbody 32x24x12 7 A Link Z Ti Unitary Open Interbody 32x24x12 12 A Link Z Ti Unitary Open Interbody 32x24x16 7 A Link Z Ti Unitary Open Interbody 32x24x16 12 Product Usage: is a spinal device that is implanted in the intervertebral body space via an anterior approach to improve stability of the spine while supporting fusion.. Recalled by Acuity Surgical Devices, LLC. Units affected: A total of 27 lots producing 178 units.
Why was this product recalled?
Due to a manufacturing process issue, it allowed vertebral body bone screws to not seat properly within the spinal device/cage.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on June 17, 2020. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-2354-2020.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: US Nationwide distribution including in the states of TX, FL, NC, LA, KY, WI, SD, IL, CA, and KS. O.U.S.: None.
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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