The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-2892-2017·Announced 2017-08-16

Valorem Surgical Recalls Pallas M/MAXIMIS 45mm MIS Rods for Quality Issues

Valorem Surgical LLC is recalling 2,225 Pallas M/MAXIMIS 45mm MIS Rods because they are not consistent with Quality System Requirements.

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, which typically indicates a temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequence. The source text cites non-compliance with Quality System Requirements without reporting specific injuries or illnesses, aligning with a Moderate severity rating for a voluntary precautionary recall.

Plain-English summary

Valorem Surgical LLC is voluntarily recalling 2,225 units of the Pallas M/MAXIMIS 45mm MIS Rod, part of the MAXIMIS Pedicle Screw Spinal Fixation System. The product is intended for posterior pedicle screw fixation of the non-cervical spine and was distributed nationwide in the United States, including California and Virginia.

The recall was initiated because the devices are not consistent with Quality System Requirements. The specific catalog number is MR58-045, and the known lot number is WNV110128. The product was labeled as the Pallas M Spinal Fixation System through 2015.

Healthcare providers and patients should contact Valorem Surgical LLC for further information regarding the recall and potential replacement or refund options.

The recalled product

Product
PALLAS M/MAXIMIS 45mm MIS Rod. Part of MAXIMIS Pedicle Screw Spinal Fixation System. Valorem Surgical, Chicago, IL. Product labeled as Pallas M Spinal Fixation System through 2015. Intended for posterior pedicle screw fixation of the non-cervical spine.
Affected units
2,225

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)

  • Catalog No. MR58-045
  • Known Lot No. WNV110128.

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

The notice also names 2 states specifically:

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 144 recalled by Valorem Surgical 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 144 products in this recall →