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ModerateClass IITerminated

FDA Devices recall · Reported September 2, 2015

Concave Reamer Head, 16 mm; Concave Reamer Head, 18 mm; Concave Reamer Head, 20 mm; Concave Reamer Head 22 mm; Convex Reamer Head, 16 mm; Convex Reamer Head, 18 mm; Convex Reamer Head 20 mm; Convex Reamer Head 22 mm, used with Gridlock Plating system, for use in trauma and reconstructive procedures in small bones.

The cannulation of the Concave and Convex Reamer Heads may be too small to allow the Guide Pin to freely pass through.

Recall #
Z-2456-2015
Affected scope
638 units
Initiated
July 20, 2015
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Trilliant Surgical Ltd. recalled Concave Reamer Head, 16 mm; Concave Reamer Head, 18 mm; Concave Reamer Head, 20 mm; Conca… - a moderate-severity action.

Concave Reamer Head, 16 mm; Concave Reamer Head, 18 mm; Concave Reamer Head, 20 mm; Conca… was recalled by Trilliant Surgical Ltd. in September 2, 2015. Reason: The cannulation of the Concave and Convex Reamer Heads may be too small to allow the Guide Pin to freely pass…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-2456-2015 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Trilliant Surgical Ltd. issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-The cannulation of the Concave and Convex Reamer Heads may be too small to allow the Guide Pin to freely pass….

Moderate
severity level
638 units
affected scope
Class II
classification
September 2, 2015
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-2456-2015 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Devices action (record #Z-2456-2015) was formally reported on September 2, 2015, with the manufacturer initiating the action on July 20, 2015. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Trilliant Surgical Ltd. is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Houston, TX. Federal records list the affected scope as 638 units.

The documented reason for this recall is: The cannulation of the Concave and Convex Reamer Heads may be too small to allow the Guide Pin to freely pass through. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Nationwide throughout the US. 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.

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Where this recall sits in its category - 40,322 medical devices recalls on record

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Where this recall sits in the database

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

638 units

Related Recalls

6

3 from same agency

Product description

Concave Reamer Head, 16 mm; Concave Reamer Head, 18 mm; Concave Reamer Head, 20 mm; Concave Reamer Head 22 mm; Convex Reamer Head, 16 mm; Convex Reamer Head, 18 mm; Convex Reamer Head 20 mm; Convex Reamer Head 22 mm, used with Gridlock Plating system, for use in trauma and reconstructive procedures in small bones.

Reason for recall

The cannulation of the Concave and Convex Reamer Heads may be too small to allow the Guide Pin to freely pass through.

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-2456-2015
Date reported September 2, 2015
Date initiated July 20, 2015
Recalling firm Trilliant Surgical Ltd.
Firm location Houston, TX
Affected scope 638 units
Distribution Nationwide throughout the US

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

Scale of Impact

638 units 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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  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Concave Reamer Head, 16 mm; Concave Reamer Head, 18 mm; Concave Reamer Head, 20 mm; Concave Reamer Head 22 mm; Convex Reamer Head, 16 mm; Convex Reamer Head, 18 mm; Convex Reamer Head 20 mm; Convex Reamer Head 22 mm, used with Gridlock Plating system, for use in trauma and reconstructive procedures in small bones.. Recalled by Trilliant Surgical Ltd.. Units affected: 638 units.
Why was this product recalled?
The cannulation of the Concave and Convex Reamer Heads may be too small to allow the Guide Pin to freely pass through.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on September 2, 2015. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-2456-2015.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Nationwide throughout the US.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (Z-2456-2015) against your product. Visit the official FDA Devices website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
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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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: FDA Devices, reported September 2, 2015. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.