PALLAS M/MAXIMIS Awl — Class II medical device recall Z-2961-2017
Terminated recall by Valorem Surgical LLC, reported 2017-08-16, distributed nationwide. Devices are not consistent with Quality System Requirements.
| Recall number | Z-2961-2017 |
|---|---|
| Product type | Medical device |
| Classification | Class II |
| Status | Terminated |
| Voluntary or mandated | Voluntary |
| Recalling firm | Valorem Surgical LLC, Chicago, IL, United States |
| Recall initiated | 2017-06-21 |
| Classified | 2017-08-10 |
| Reported by FDA | 2017-08-16 |
| Terminated | 2018-11-27 |
| Distributed | Nationwide (US) |
| Quantity | 262 units |
| Lot numbers | WNV101126 |
| Model numbers | 0703-0001 |
Product
PALLAS M/MAXIMIS Awl. Part of MAXIMIS Pedicle Screw Spinal Fixation System. Valorem Surgical, Chicago, IL. Product labeled as Pallas M Spinal Fixation System through 2015. Intended for posterior pedicle screw fixation of the non-cervical spine.
Reason for recall
Devices are not consistent with Quality System Requirements.
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.