The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1375-2018·Announced 2018-04-25

Wright Medical VALOR Nail Recall for Missing Compression Screw

Wright Medical Technology is recalling 47 units of VALOR Nails that may be missing an assembled compression screw.

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 the source text does not report any injuries, illnesses, or fatalities, fitting the criteria for a moderate severity score.

Plain-English summary

Wright Medical Technology, Inc. is recalling 47 units of the VALOR(R) Nail, Right, Medium, OD: 10mm, L: 200mm (REF415101020). The recall involves Lot 1608296. These medical devices were distributed in the US and Argentina, Belgium, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Germany, Italy, Mexico, Peru, Thailand, and the United Kingdom.

The recall was initiated because the lot of VALOR(TM) Nail could potentially be missing the assembled compression screw. 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, or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote.

Healthcare providers and patients should check their inventory and records for this specific lot number. If the product is in use, consult with the manufacturer or a qualified medical professional regarding the missing component.

The recalled product

Product
WRIGHT, Wright Medical Technology, VALOR(R) Nail, Right, Medium, OD: 10mm, L: 200mm, REF415101020
Affected units
47

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 1608296

Distribution

Distribution scope not specified by the agency.

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 2 recalled by Wright Medical Technology, Inc. under a single FDA (Devices) recall action. The agency files each product separately, so the size of the action is not visible from this page alone.

See all 2 products in this recall →