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164 recalls on record · August 1, 2012 to April 8, 2026 · Medical Devices

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April 8, 2026Medical DevicesFDA
Synthes (USA) Products LLC recalls 2.4 VOLT(TM) TAP CORTEX SCREW TO 90MM. Part Number: 03.424.126-US.
Hazard: A full lot swap between VOLT Locking Screw Tap 03.424.124 lot 68900P9 and Cortical Screw Tap 03.424.126 lot 68982P8, resulting in the bones taps having an incorrect thread.
April 8, 2026Medical DevicesFDA
Synthes (USA) Products LLC recalls 2.4 VOLT TAP LOCKING SCREW TAP TO 90MM. Part Number: 03.424.124-US.
Hazard: A full lot swap between VOLT Locking Screw Tap 03.424.124 lot 68900P9 and Cortical Screw Tap 03.424.126 lot 68982P8, resulting in the bones taps having an incorrect thread.
October 29, 2025Medical DevicesFDA
Synthes (USA) Products LLC recalls LOW PROF LCKNG SCREW, F/IM NAIL 5.0MM / L, 42MM / XL25/ STER. Product Code: 04.045.342TS. Used in RFN-ADVANCEDTM Ret
Hazard: Although the etched length on the screw is correct, the length marked on the external packaging is incorrect. Specifically, 42mm screws were packaged and labeled as 46mm, while 46mm screws were packaged and labeled as 42mm.
October 29, 2025Medical DevicesFDA
Synthes (USA) Products LLC recalls LOW PROF LCKNG SCREW, F/IM NAIL 5.0MM / L, 46MM / XL25/ STER. Product Code: 04.045.346TS. Used in RFN-ADVANCEDTM Ret
Hazard: Although the etched length on the screw is correct, the length marked on the external packaging is incorrect. Specifically, 42mm screws were packaged and labeled as 46mm, while 46mm screws were packaged and labeled as 42mm.
June 5, 2024Medical DevicesFDA
Synthes (USA) Products LLC recalls STARDRIVE SCRWDRVR SHFT/T4 50MM/SELF-RETAINING/HXC-Intended for tightening, loosening, or removing of screw implants dur
Hazard: Stardrive Screwdrivers manufactured without a 5-degree relief cut around the tip and will not engage with their respective 1.3mm and 1.5mm screws, may result in surgical delay
March 13, 2024Medical DevicesFDA
Synthes (USA) Products LLC recalls Opal, Intervertebral Cage, 10x32mm, h 11mm, Revolvable-Indicated for degenerative spine disease Part Number: 08.803.231
Hazard: Products not sterilized, sterility cannot be confirmed
March 13, 2024Medical DevicesFDA
Synthes (USA) Products LLC recalls VA-LCP Clavicle Plate 2.7, shaft, CS1, right-Intended for fixation of clavicle bone fragments. Part Number: 02.112.621S
Hazard: Products not sterilized, sterility cannot be confirmed
March 13, 2024Medical DevicesFDA
Synthes (USA) Products LLC recalls TFNA Femoral Nail 11mm, right, 130¿, L 235mm-Intended for temporary fixation and stabilization of proximal femur fractu
Hazard: Products not sterilized, sterility cannot be confirmed
March 13, 2024Medical DevicesFDA
Synthes (USA) Products LLC recalls TFNA Femoral Nail 9mm, right, 130¿, L 235mm-Intended for temporary fixation and stabilization of proximal femur fractur
Hazard: Products not sterilized, sterility cannot be confirmed
March 13, 2024Medical DevicesFDA
Synthes (USA) Products LLC recalls RAPIDSORB IPS Battery Pack, Sterile-Intended for use in non-load bearing fracture repair and reconstructive procedures o
Hazard: Products not sterilized, sterility cannot be confirmed
March 13, 2024Medical DevicesFDA
Synthes (USA) Products LLC recalls RIA Tube Assembly, minimum 520 mm length, sterile- intended for use in adults and adolescents (12-21 years) to clear th
Hazard: Products not sterilized, sterility cannot be confirmed
March 13, 2024Medical DevicesFDA
Synthes (USA) Products LLC recalls 2.5MM DRILL BIT/QC/GOLD/110MM STERILE-surgical, orthopedic, pneumatic powered & accessory/attachment Product Code: 310.
Hazard: Products not sterilized, sterility cannot be confirmed
March 13, 2024Medical DevicesFDA
Synthes (USA) Products LLC recalls 1.5MM Drill Bit/QC/85MM Sterile-surgical, orthopedic, pneumatic powered & accessory/attachment Part Number: 310.15S
Hazard: Products not sterilized, sterility cannot be confirmed
March 13, 2024Medical DevicesFDA
Synthes (USA) Products LLC recalls 13 mm Titanium Hindfoot Arthrodesis Cannulated Nails EX, sterile -Intended to facilitate tibiotalocalcaneal arthrodesis
Hazard: Products not sterilized, sterility cannot be confirmed
March 22, 2023Medical DevicesFDA
Synthes (USA) Products LLC recalls TFN-Advanced Femoral Nail 12MM/130 DEG TI CANN TFNA 170MM STERILE. Intended for temporary fixation and stabilization
Hazard: TFNA Femoral Nails labeled and etched as 200mm may measure 170mm in length, and TFNA Femoral Nails labeled and etched as 170mm may measure 200mm in length
March 22, 2023Medical DevicesFDA
Synthes (USA) Products LLC recalls TFN-Advanced Femoral Nail 12MM/125 DEG TI CANN TFNA 170MM - STERILE. Intended for temporary fixation and stabilization
Hazard: TFNA Femoral Nails labeled and etched as 200mm may measure 170mm in length, and TFNA Femoral Nails labeled and etched as 170mm may measure 200mm in length
March 22, 2023Medical DevicesFDA
Synthes (USA) Products LLC recalls TFN-Advanced Femoral Nail 12MM/125 DEG TI CANN TFNA 200MM STERILE. Intended for temporary fixation and stabilization
Hazard: TFNA Femoral Nails labeled and etched as 200mm may measure 170mm in length, and TFNA Femoral Nails labeled and etched as 170mm may measure 200mm in length
October 26, 2022Medical DevicesFDA
Synthes (USA) Products LLC recalls DePuy Synthes Hammertoe Continuous Compression Implants, Product No. 46.239.001
Hazard: The subject products are being recalled because they contain the incorrect size drill guide and will not prepare the bone correctly for the size of the implant included in the sterile kit. If the incorrect drill guide is used, there is potential for bone damage due to incorrectly placed drill holes for the implant included in the kit.
October 26, 2022Medical DevicesFDA
Synthes (USA) Products LLC recalls SPEED 9X10X10mm Continuous Compression Implant, Product No. SE-0910
Hazard: The subject products are being recalled because they contain the incorrect size drill guide and will not prepare the bone correctly for the size of the implant included in the sterile kit. If the incorrect drill guide is used, there is potential for bone damage due to incorrectly placed drill holes for the implant included in the kit.
October 26, 2022Medical DevicesFDA
Synthes (USA) Products LLC recalls SPEED 15X12X12mm Continuous Compression Implant, Product No. SE-1512
Hazard: The subject products are being recalled because they contain the incorrect size drill guide and will not prepare the bone correctly for the size of the implant included in the sterile kit. If the incorrect drill guide is used, there is potential for bone damage due to incorrectly placed drill holes for the implant included in the kit.
October 26, 2022Medical DevicesFDA
Synthes (USA) Products LLC recalls SPEEDSHIFT20x20x20 Offset 10mm Implant Drill Kit, Product No. SE-2020-10. Used with DePuy Synthes SPEEDSHIFT Continuous
Hazard: The subject products are being recalled because they contain the incorrect size drill guide and will not prepare the bone correctly for the size of the implant included in the sterile kit. If the incorrect drill guide is used, there is potential for bone damage due to incorrectly placed drill holes for the implant included in the kit.
October 12, 2022Medical DevicesFDA
Synthes (USA) Products LLC recalls Hammertoe Continuous Compression Implant (CCI) Kit Part Number: 46.239.001
Hazard: Drill Pin (drill bit) is not compatible with the Drill Template included in the kit due to a packaging error, result in a surgical delay and may cause soft tissue damage if a larger incision is required to accommodate an alternative form of fixation. Additionally, there is a potential for adverse tissue reaction if the surgeon attempts to use the guide regardless of tight fit and plastic debris is created and ends up in the wound
May 18, 2022Medical DevicesFDA
Synthes (USA) Products LLC recalls Radial Head Replacement System Implant is a one-piece, stemmed radial head replacement. The radial head is available in
Hazard: DePuy Synthes Radial Head Replacement System Contraindications added to Electronic Instructions for Use (e-IFU): Absolute contraindications include: Infection, sepsis, osteomyelitis.
February 16, 2022Medical DevicesFDA
Synthes (USA) Products LLC recalls Universal Chuck-The Universal Chuck is an Instrument Handle provided as an alternative instrument available for use in t
Hazard: Top cap may loosen and detach if the Universal Chuck becomes jammed and the user attempts to manually free the device, internal ball bearings may fall out onto the surgical field and cause surgical delay or, and if not recovered, adverse tissue reaction and infection.
December 23, 2020Medical DevicesFDA
Synthes (USA) Products LLC recalls DePuy Synthes 18.0MM REAMER HEAD FOR RIA 2 STERILE-Orthopedic manual surgical instrument Part Code: 03.404.032S
Hazard: RIA 2 reamer head breakage exceeds the expected occurrence rate resulting in adverse tissue reaction, soft tissue damage, and/or bone damage, when the recommended surgical techniques are not followed
December 23, 2020Medical DevicesFDA
Synthes (USA) Products LLC recalls DePuy Synthes 17.5MM REAMER HEAD FOR RIA 2 STERILE-Orthopedic manual surgical instrument Part Code: 03.404.031S
Hazard: RIA 2 reamer head breakage exceeds the expected occurrence rate resulting in adverse tissue reaction, soft tissue damage, and/or bone damage, when the recommended surgical techniques are not followed
December 23, 2020Medical DevicesFDA
Synthes (USA) Products LLC recalls DePuy Synthes 17.0MM REAMER HEAD FOR RIA 2 STERILE-Orthopedic manual surgical instrument Part Code: 03.404.030S
Hazard: RIA 2 reamer head breakage exceeds the expected occurrence rate resulting in adverse tissue reaction, soft tissue damage, and/or bone damage, when the recommended surgical techniques are not followed
December 23, 2020Medical DevicesFDA
Synthes (USA) Products LLC recalls DePuy Synthes 16.5MM REAMER HEAD FOR RIA 2 STERILE-Orthopedic manual surgical instrument Part Code: 03.404.029S
Hazard: RIA 2 reamer head breakage exceeds the expected occurrence rate resulting in adverse tissue reaction, soft tissue damage, and/or bone damage, when the recommended surgical techniques are not followed
December 23, 2020Medical DevicesFDA
Synthes (USA) Products LLC recalls DePuy Synthes 16.0MM REAMER HEAD FOR RIA 2 STERILE--Orthopedic manual surgical instrument Part Code: 03.404.028S
Hazard: RIA 2 reamer head breakage exceeds the expected occurrence rate resulting in adverse tissue reaction, soft tissue damage, and/or bone damage, when the recommended surgical techniques are not followed
December 23, 2020Medical DevicesFDA
Synthes (USA) Products LLC recalls DePuy Synthes 15.5MM REAMER HEAD FOR RIA 2 STERILE-Orthopedic manual surgical instrument Part Code: 03.404.027S
Hazard: RIA 2 reamer head breakage exceeds the expected occurrence rate resulting in adverse tissue reaction, soft tissue damage, and/or bone damage, when the recommended surgical techniques are not followed
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