The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-2191-2016·Announced 2016-07-20

Synthes Recalls Matrix Neuro Screwdriver Blades for MR Safety Labeling Errors

Synthes (USA) Products LLC is recalling 18 Matrix Neuro Screwdriver Blades because their MR safety labeling does not meet current ASTM standards.

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 labeling error regarding MR safety standards. No injuries or illnesses are reported, and the hazard is related to documentation and labeling compliance rather than a direct physical defect causing immediate harm.

Plain-English summary

Synthes (USA) Products LLC is voluntarily recalling 18 units of the Matrix Neuro Screwdriver Blade MQC/MR Conditional/Short (Part # SD313.011, Lot # UR75220). These instruments are used to assist with the insertion or removal of implants.

The recall was initiated because the affected devices were distributed, etched, and/or labeled with MR Safety information that does not meet the current ASTM standard. The agency has classified this recall as Class II.

The products were distributed nationwide in the states of AR, CA, CO, CT, DC, ID, IL, KY, LA, MA, MD, MN, MO, MS, MT, NY, PA, and TX. Healthcare facilities should stop using the affected devices and contact the manufacturer for instructions on return or replacement.

The recalled product

Product
Part # SD313.011, Matrix Neuro Screwdriver Blade MQC/MR Conditional/Short, Lot # UR75220, mfg 7/18/2007 Product Usage: The DePuy Synthes MR Safe Instruments and MR conditional Instruments are used to assist with the insertion or removal of an implant.
Affected units
18

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 (4)

  • Part # SD313.011
  • Matrix Neuro Screwdriver Blade MQC/MR Conditional/Short
  • Lot # UR75220
  • mfg 7/18/2007

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

The notice also names 18 states specifically:

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 11 recalled by Synthes (USA) Products LLC 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 11 products in this recall →