Hazard

Thread Defect recalls

11 recalls in our database tag this hazard, drawn from FDA, USDA FSIS, CPSC, and NHTSA source notices.

What the numbers show

Total: 11
Critical: 0
Severe: 0
Most recent: 2024-05-08

Of the 11 thread defect recalls we have scored against our rubric, 0 (0%) are Critical — deaths or serious injuries reported, or the agency’s own highest classification — and 0 (0%) are Severe.

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1–11 of 11

HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1729-2024·2024-05-08
Zimmer Distal Lateral Fibular Plate Recall Due to Locking Thread Defect
Zimmer recalls certain ZPLP Distal Lateral Fibular Plates due to thread form defects in locking holes that may prevent proper screw fixation. Affected devices may lose fixation, potentially delaying surgery or requiring additional intervention.
Product
ZPLP Distal Lateral Fibular Plate, Left, 10 Holes, 158 MM, Nonsterile-Indicated for temporary internal fixation and stabilization of osteotomies and fractures Item Number: 00-2357-018-10
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1725-2024·2024-05-08
ZPLP Distal Lateral Fibular Plates Recalled for Defective Threading
Zimmer surgical plates may have thread defects that prevent screws from properly locking, potentially causing loss of surgical fixation. Affected devices were distributed worldwide; healthcare providers should verify lot numbers against the FDA recall notice.
Product
ZPLP Distal Lateral Fibular Plate, Right, 10 Holes, 158 MM, Nonsterile- Indicated for temporary internal fixation and stabilization of osteotomies and fractures Item Number: 00-2357-017-10
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1714-2024·2024-05-08
Zimmer Locking Plate System recalled due to thread mating defect
Zimmer is recalling the ZPLP Distal Lateral Fibular Plate due to a thread form defect in the locking holes. Locking screws may not properly mate with the plate, potentially causing surgical delay or loss of fixation.
Product
ZPLP (Zimmer Periarticular Locking Plate System) Distal Lateral Fibular Plate, Right, 16 Holes, 236 MM, Sterile- Indicated for temporary internal fixation and stabilization of osteotomies and fractures Item Number: 47-2357-017-16
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1710-2024·2024-05-08
Zimmer Periarticular Locking Plates Recalled for Potential Loss of Surgical Fixation
Zimmer recalled certain Periarticular Locking Plates due to a thread form defect that may prevent locking screws from properly seating. The defect may result in loss of fixation or delayed surgery requiring additional intervention.
Product
ZPLP (Zimmer Periarticular Locking Plate System) Distal Lateral Fibular Plate, Right, 6 Holes, 106 MM, Sterile- Indicated for temporary internal fixation and stabilization of osteotomies and fractures Item Number: 47-2357-017-06
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1721-2024·2024-05-08
Zimmer Periarticular Locking Plate May Fail to Secure Fracture Fixation
Zimmer's periarticular locking plates may fail to properly secure surgical fixation due to a thread-form defect. The defect could result in loss of fixation requiring further surgical intervention.
Product
ZPLP (Zimmer Periarticular Locking Plate System) Distal Lateral Fibular Plate, Left, 16 Holes, 236 MM, Sterile- Indicated for temporary internal fixation and stabilization of osteotomies and fractures Item Number: 47-2357-018-16
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1722-2024·2024-05-08
Zimmer surgical fracture plates may fail to lock properly
Zimmer periarticular locking plates used in orthopedic surgery have a thread defect that may prevent proper locking of screws. The defect could delay surgery or result in loss of fixation requiring additional intervention.
Product
ZPLP (Zimmer Periarticular Locking Plate System) Distal Lateral Fibular Plate, Right, 4 Holes, 80 MM, Nonsterile- Indicated for temporary internal fixation and stabilization of osteotomies and fractures Item Number: 00-2357-017-04
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1726-2024·2024-05-08
Zimmer Distal Lateral Fibular Plates May Have Improper Screw Locking
A thread form defect in the locking holes of Zimmer surgical bone plates may prevent locking screws from securing properly, potentially causing loss of fixation during surgery.
Product
ZPLP Distal Lateral Fibular Plate, Left, 4 Holes, 80 MM, Nonsterile- Indicated for temporary internal fixation and stabilization of osteotomies and fractures Item Number: 00-2357-018-04
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1718-2024·2024-05-08
Zimmer Periarticular Locking Plate System recalled due to faulty screw threads
Zimmer recalls Periarticular Locking Plate System devices due to thread defects that may prevent proper screw locking and cause surgical delay or loss of fixation.
Product
ZPLP(Zimmer Periarticular Locking Plate System) Distal Lateral Fibular Plate, Left, 10 Holes, 158 MM, Sterile- Indicated for temporary internal fixation and stabilization of osteotomies and fractures Item Number: 47-2357-018-10
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1605-2024·2024-05-01
Mariner RDX Pedicle Screw Heads Recalled for Intraoperative Cross-Threading Risk
SeaSpine Orthopedics is recalling Mariner RDX pedicle screw heads because the thin lead-in thread poses a risk of cross-threading within the locking cap/screw head interface during surgery.
Product
Mariner RDX Polyaxial Head, REF: MX1-000020; Mariner RDX Extended Polyaxial Head, REF: MX1-000030; Mariner RDX Deformity Head, REF: MX1-000040; Mariner RDX Extended Deformity Head, REF: MX1-000050; Mariner RDX Trauma Head, REF: MX1-000060; Mariner RDX Extended Trauma Head. R
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2254-2023·2023-08-09
Zimmer Periarticular Locking Plate recalled due to thread form defect
Zimmer Periarticular Locking Plates have a thread form defect that prevents surgical screws from properly mating with the plate. 75 units distributed across multiple U.S. states and internationally.
Product
Zimmer Periarticular Locking Plate (ZPLP) Distal Lateral Femoral Plate 6 holes 159 mm Length-Indicated for temporary internal fixation and stabilization of osteotomies and fractures, including comminuted fractures, supracondylar fractures, intra-articular and extra-articular cond
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
10 states
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1797-2021·2021-06-16
Medtronic Braive Growth Modulation System Break-Off Set Screws Recalled for Thread Defect
Medtronic is recalling Braive Growth Modulation System Break-Off Set Screws due to a thread profile defect caused by a manufacturing issue. The defect may affect proper device function.
Product
Braive Growth Modulation System Break-Off Set Screws - Product Usage: intended to limit further progression of the spinal curvature and provide correction of the thoracic curve while allowing continued skeletal growth by compression of the convex side of the scoliotic curve.
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
0 states