The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-2679-2014·Announced 2014-10-01

Instratek Recalls Mini Screw Sets with Faded Markings

Instratek is recalling 96 Mini Screw Sets and gauges due to faded and incorrect markings on instruments.

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, but the hazard is limited to faded and wrong markings on instruments, which constitutes a minor labeling error without reported injuries.

Plain-English summary

Instratek, Incorporated is recalling 96 units of the Mini Cannulated Titanium Headed and Headless Screw Set and 2.5, 3.0, and 4.0 mm countersink/depth gauges. The recall is due to faded and wrong markings on the bone screw Countersink/Depth Gauge instruments in the Mini Screw Set.

The affected products include Mini System part no. IS1100 (lots 0001-0047) and Instrument part nos. IS1103, IS1104, and IS1105 (lots 918101, 918102, and 918103). These products were distributed nationwide to facilities in Maine, Oregon, Florida, Texas, Virginia, Arizona, Nebraska, California, Ohio, Illinois, Oklahoma, Washington, North Carolina, Arkansas, Tennessee, New Mexico, Connecticut, and Colorado.

The FDA has classified this as a Class II recall. Healthcare providers should stop using the affected instruments and contact Instratek for instructions on return or replacement.

The recalled product

Product
Mini Cannulated Titanium Headed and Headless Screw Set and 2.5, 3.0, and 4.0 mm countersink/depth gauges in the Mini Screw Set/System
Affected units
96

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 (6)

  • Mini System part no. IS1100 - lot 0001-0047
  • Instrument part nos. IS1103
  • IS1104
  • and IS1105 - lots 918101
  • 918102
  • and 918103

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

The notice also names 18 states specifically:

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