Normed Charcot Osteotome Chisel — Class II medical device recall Z-1360-2018
Terminated recall by Zimmer GmbH, reported 2018-04-18, distributed in CO, IL, IN, TX. Product may contain a gap between the handle and metal chisel which can lead to failure to properly disinfect
| Recall number | Z-1360-2018 |
|---|---|
| Product type | Medical device |
| Classification | Class II |
| Status | Terminated |
| Voluntary or mandated | Voluntary |
| Recalling firm | Zimmer GmbH, Winterthur, Switzerland |
| Recall initiated | 2018-03-15 |
| Classified | 2018-04-11 |
| Reported by FDA | 2018-04-18 |
| Terminated | 2019-04-25 |
| Distributed | CO, IL, IN, TX |
| Model numbers | 26.08.506 |
Product
Normed Charcot Osteotome Chisel (Various sizes)
Reason for recall
Product may contain a gap between the handle and metal chisel which can lead to failure to properly disinfect or sterilize between use.
Machine access
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