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FDA Devices recall · Reported September 10, 2025

Superion IDS Kit Superion Indirect Decompression System 8MM, VF Implant 101-9808 00884662000529 Superion Indirect Decompression System 10MM, VF Implant 101-9810 00884662000536 Superion Indirect Decompression System 12MM, VF Implant 101-9812 00884662000543 Superion Indirect Decompression System 14MM, VF Implant 101-9814 00884662000550 Superion Indirect Decompression System 16MM, VF Implant 101-9816 00884662000567 Superion Indirect Decompression System Kit, VF Instrument

As a result of a comprehensive product performance review it was determine that the device and instruments are not consistently meeting expected performance levels. Issues includ…

Recall #
Z-2485-2025
Affected scope
70,516
Initiated
June 6, 2025
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Boston Scientific Neuromodulation Corporation recalled Superion IDS Kit Superion Indirect Decompression System 8MM, VF Implant 101-9808 00884… - a moderate-severity action.

Superion IDS Kit Superion Indirect Decompression System 8MM, VF Implant 101-9808 00884… was recalled by Boston Scientific Neuromodulation Corporation in September 10, 2025. Reason: As a result of a comprehensive product performance review it was determine that the device and instruments ar…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-2485-2025 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Boston Scientific Neuromodulation Corporation issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-As a result of a comprehensive product performance review it was determine that the device and instruments ar….

Moderate
severity level
71K units
affected scope
Class II
classification
September 10, 2025
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-2485-2025 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

Superion IDS Kit Superion Indirect Decompression System 8MM, VF Implant 101-9808 00884662000529 Superion Indirect Decompression System 10MM, VF Implant 101-9810 00884662000536 Superion Indirect Decompression System 12MM, VF Implant 101-9812 00884662000543 Superion Indirect Decompression System 14MM, VF Implant 101-9814 00884662000550 Superion Indirect Decompression System 16MM, VF Implant 101-9816 00884662000567 Superion Indirect Decompression System Kit, VF Instrument 102-9800 00884662000574 The Vertiflex Procedure Instrument Platform, VF Instrument 140-9800 00884662000611 The Superion IDS Kit includes a set of proprietary instruments to deliver the Superion Implant in a minimally invasive manner. Instruments specifically designed for implanting the Superion Implant are sterile, single-use disposable instruments, consisting of a Dilator Assembly, Cannula Assembly, Interspinous Gauge, Inserter, Reamer, and Driver.

Reason for recall

As a result of a comprehensive product performance review it was determine that the device and instruments are not consistently meeting expected performance levels. Issues include breakage of the instruments and implant/device.

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-2485-2025
Date reported September 10, 2025
Date initiated June 6, 2025
Recalling firm Boston Scientific Neuromodulation Corporation
Firm location Valencia, CA
Affected scope 70,516
Distribution U.S. Nationwide distribution including in the states of AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, PR, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA,…

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

Scale of Impact

70,516 units affected - limited or regional distribution scale.

Regional (<10K units) -
Multi-state (10K – 100K units) ✓ This recall
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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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Superion IDS Kit Superion Indirect Decompression System 8MM, VF Implant 101-9808 00884662000529 Superion Indirect Decompression System 10MM, VF Implant 101-9810 00884662000536 Superion Indirect Decompression System 12MM, VF Implant 101-9812 00884662000543 Superion Indirect Decompression System 14MM, VF Implant 101-9814 00884662000550 Superion Indirect Decompression System 16MM, VF Implant 101-9816 00884662000567 Superion Indirect Decompression System Kit, VF Instrument 102-9800 00884662000574 The Vertiflex Procedure Instrument Platform, VF Instrument 140-9800 00884662000611 The Superion IDS Kit includes a set of proprietary instruments to deliver the Superion Implant in a minimally invasive manner. Instruments specifically designed for implanting the Superion Implant are sterile, single-use disposable instruments, consisting of a Dilator Assembly, Cannula Assembly, Interspinous Gauge, Inserter, Reamer, and Driver.. Recalled by Boston Scientific Neuromodulation Corporation. Units affected: 70,516.
Why was this product recalled?
As a result of a comprehensive product performance review it was determine that the device and instruments are not consistently meeting expected performance levels. Issues include breakage of the instruments and implant/device.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on September 10, 2025. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-2485-2025.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: U.S. Nationwide distribution including in the states of AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, PR, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI, WV, and WY..
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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