Synthes VA Implant Rack for the Compact Distal Radius System Tray/Surgical/Instrument
FDA Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) — official FDA notice for recall FDA-Z-0867-2017.
The screw rack plate was assembled incorrectly which could cause the screws in the screw rack to sit low and touch the surface beneath the screw rack.
Corrective Action (per FDA)
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) — official FDA notice for recall FDA-Z-0867-2017.
Recall terminated by FDA.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact Synthes (usa) Products Llc or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the FDA recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to FDA.
Consumer Contact (per FDA)
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) — official FDA notice for recall FDA-Z-0867-2017.
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Synthes (usa) Products Llc Recall FAQ
Synthes (usa) Products Llc is the subject of a medical implants safety report: Synthes VA Implant Rack for the Compact Distal Radius System Tray/Surgical/Instrument. The notice was published on November 29, 2016 by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Approximately 31 units are potentially affected.