The Recall Desk
LowFDA (Devices)·Z-1310-2021·Announced 2021-04-07

Arthrex Recalls Cannulated Drill Bits Due to Incorrect Color Indicator

Arthrex, Inc. is recalling 9 units of 5.0 mm cannulated drill bits because the color indicator on the shaft is the incorrect color.

What this means for you

Cosmetic or documentation issue. No expected health impact, but the manufacturer is correcting the affected products.

Our severity reasoning: The recall is for a cosmetic defect (incorrect color indicator) with no reported injuries or illnesses, fitting the criteria for a Low severity recall.

Plain-English summary

Arthrex, Inc. is recalling 9 units of the Drill Bit, Cannulated, 5.0 mm (Product Code AR-8770-02, Lot Number 032052). The recall is due to the color indicator on the proximal end of the shaft being the incorrect color.

The affected products were distributed nationwide in the United States, specifically in the states of Ohio, Oregon, Tennessee, and Texas. These drill bits may be used in a variety of foot and ankle procedures.

The source text does not specify instructions for consumers or healthcare providers regarding the disposition of the recalled units.

The recalled product

Product
Drill Bit, Cannulated, 5.0 mm - Product Usage: may be used in a variety of foot and ankle procedures.
Manufacturer
Arthrex, Inc.
Affected units
9

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 (2)

  • Product Code AR-8770-02
  • Lot Number 032052

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

The notice also names 4 states specifically: