The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1276-2013·Announced 2013-05-15

Medshape ExoShape Soft Tissue Fastener Recalled for Labeling Date Discrepancy

Medshape Solutions is recalling 26 ExoShape Soft Tissue Fasteners because the expiration date on the patient label did not match the date on the product carton.

What this means for you

Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class II and involves a minor labeling error (date discrepancy) without reported injuries or illnesses, fitting the 'Moderate' criteria for low-risk contamination or labeling issues.

Plain-English summary

Medshape Solutions, INC. is recalling 26 units of ExoShape Soft Tissue Fastener 12 mm x 30 mm (REF 1101-00-1230). The product is used for the fixation of ligaments, tendons, or soft tissue grafts to bone.

The recall was initiated because the expiration date on the patient label and the date on the product carton were not the same. This is a Class II recall, indicating that use of, or exposure to, the violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences.

The affected units are from Lot No. 113011-002. The products were distributed nationwide, including in the states of Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Maryland, Missouri, Oregon, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, and Wisconsin. Healthcare providers and patients should contact Medshape Solutions for further instructions regarding the return or replacement of these devices.

The recalled product

Product
ExoShape Soft Tissue Fastener 12 mm x 30 mm REF 1101-00-1230. For use in the fixation of ligaments, tendons or soft tissue grafts to bone.
Affected units
26

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (1)

  • Lot No. 113011-002

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

The notice also names 11 states specifically: