The MectaLIF Oblique Handle — Class II medical device recall Z-0225-2015
Terminated recall by Medacta Usa, reported 2014-11-26, distributed in CA, CO, ID. The MectaLIF Oblique Handle has the laser marking "MEDIAL" on the incorrect side and could result in
| Recall number | Z-0225-2015 |
|---|---|
| Product type | Medical device |
| Classification | Class II |
| Status | Terminated |
| Voluntary or mandated | Voluntary |
| Recalling firm | Medacta Usa, Chicago, IL, United States |
| Recall initiated | 2014-10-21 |
| Classified | 2014-11-18 |
| Reported by FDA | 2014-11-26 |
| Terminated | 2016-03-14 |
| Distributed | CA, CO, ID |
| Countries outside the US | AU, DE |
| Quantity | 32 oblique |
| Lot numbers | 1314256 |
| Model numbers | 0262 |
Product
The MectaLIF Oblique Handle, model number 03.22.10.0262, is used to insert the MectaLIF oblique spinal cage implants.
Reason for recall
The MectaLIF Oblique Handle has the laser marking "MEDIAL" on the incorrect side and could result in incorrect insertion of the device during surgery.
Machine access
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Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration enforcement report via openFDA (CC0). Structured by Data Foundry (recall-structuring@2); last changed 2026-09-26. Not affiliated with or endorsed by FDA. Not medical or legal advice.