The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-2744-2015·Announced 2015-09-16

Biomet C-Tek Maxan Anterior Cervical Plate System Mislabeled Recall

Biomet Spine is recalling 7 parts of the C-Tek Maxan Anterior Cervical Plate System because some units were mislabeled with an incorrect part number.

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 hazard is a labeling error without reported injuries or illnesses, fitting the criteria for a moderate severity score.

Plain-English summary

Biomet Spine, LLC is recalling 7 parts of the 4 0 MM X 14 MM Variable Screw C-Tek Maxan Anterior Cervical Plate System. The affected units are identified by Model Number 14-521614B and Lot Number 375440.

The recall was initiated because some of the units were mislabeled as P/N 14-521614 instead of the correct P/N 14-521614B. This labeling error could lead to the use of the wrong component during a medical procedure.

The affected products were distributed nationwide, including to Ohio, Louisiana, Texas, and Georgia. Healthcare providers and facilities should check their inventory for this specific lot and model number and stop using the affected units.

The recalled product

Product
Biomet Parsippany, NJ. 4 0 MM X 14 MM Variable Screw C-Tek Maxan Anterior Cervical Plate System. Lot 375440.
Manufacturer
Biomet Spine, LLC
Affected units
7

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)

  • Model Number 14-521614B
  • lot number 375440.

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

The notice also names 4 states specifically: