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[Recalled] Drill Bit Quick-Connect 3-Fluted 4.5 mm Diameter 195 mm Length, Item Number/EDI 00480719545, Nonsterile. orthopedic surgical instrument. — Various trauma and extremity instruments (drill bits and screw taps) were manuf… | FDA 20

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Recall details

ProductDrill Bit Quick-Connect 3-Fluted 4.5 mm Diameter 195 mm Length, Item Number/EDI 00480719545, Nonsterile. orthopedic surgical instrument.
Brand / manufacturerZimmer Biomet, Inc.
Categorydevice
Issuing authorityFDA_DEVICE
ReferenceZ-3199-2017
Country of noticeUnited States
Risk levelClass II
Hazard typerecall
Notice date22 May 2017
EAN / barcode63570251

Why it was recalled

According to the FDA_DEVICE notice, the identified hazard is: Various trauma and extremity instruments (drill bits and screw taps) were manufactured from raw material with an anomaly. The anomaly may be on or below the surface and can increase the risk of instrument fracture.

This Class II recall concerns device products distributed in United States and was recorded by FDA_DEVICE. Recalls in this category are published so that owners, retailers, and importers can identify affected units and act quickly.

What to do if you own this product

Check whether your unit is affected and follow the authority's guidance before further use.

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