The Synthes Hohmann Retractor — Class II medical device recall Z-1457-2014
Terminated recall by Synthes, Inc., reported 2014-04-23, distributed nationwide. The Synthes Hohmann Retractor was mis-etched on the product and package as part number 399.24 instead of part
| Recall number | Z-1457-2014 |
|---|---|
| Product type | Medical device |
| Classification | Class II |
| Status | Terminated |
| Voluntary or mandated | Voluntary |
| Recalling firm | Synthes, Inc., West Chester, PA, United States |
| Recall initiated | 2014-02-11 |
| Classified | 2014-04-15 |
| Reported by FDA | 2014-04-23 |
| Terminated | 2015-09-10 |
| Distributed | Nationwide (US) |
| Countries outside the US | CA |
| Quantity | 20 |
| Lot numbers | T974302 |
| Model numbers | 399.24 |
Product
The Synthes Hohmann Retractor, 43 mm Long Shank, Angled 235 mm Product Usage: Used to expose bone for procedures.
Reason for recall
The Synthes Hohmann Retractor was mis-etched on the product and package as part number 399.24 instead of part number 399.22.
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.