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Orthofix, Inc: 31 FDA recall reports

Every medical device recall the FDA has published for Orthofix, Inc. The fault, and how the agency graded it.

31Reports

0Class I

0Ongoing

2018-06-13Most recent

What the classes mean

The FDA sorts every recall into one of three classes. The class is the whole story. It is also the part people skip.

Class	What the FDA is saying
Class I	There is a reasonable probability that using this will cause serious harm or death.
Class II	It may cause temporary or reversible harm. Serious harm is unlikely.
Class III	It breaks a rule but is unlikely to hurt anyone. Often a labelling fault.

Class II is the bulk of every list here. That matters. A long list of Class II says something different from one Class I.

By class

Class	Reports
Class II	31

By year reported

Year	Reports
2013	2
2014	2
2015	2
2016	2
2017	1
2018	22

Checking whether it affects you

The lot or code number is what matters. Not the product name. A recall covers specific lots. Yours may not be one of them.

Check the code on your package against the report. The FDA keeps the current list at fda.gov/safety/recalls.

The reports

The text below is quoted from the FDA record word for word.

Rival Reduce Kit Locking and Non-Locking Screw D 2.0MM, D 2.7MM, Sterile, Rx Only, ORTHOFIX S.r.r. Italy on la

Z-2116-2018 · Class II · reported 2018-06-13 · Terminated

Why it was recalled: Firm is conducting a voluntary recall of the Rival Reduce Fracture Plating System and Rival View Plating System. As the result of a complaint investigation, the locking screws were confirmed to not properly engage the plates during surgery.
Product: Rival Reduce Kit Locking and Non-Locking Screw D 2.0MM, D 2.7MM, Sterile, Rx Only, ORTHOFIX S.r.r. Italy on label, Part Number: 000-K-011C
Where it went: U.S Consignees: NJ, FL, PA, SC, LA, VA, MN, TX, GA, DC, NV, IN, CA, MI, IL, MD, NC, OH, OK,
How much: 50

Y-Plate, Sterile, Rx Only, ORTHOFIX S.r.r. Italy on label, Size (Part Number): a) Small (003-C-01001); b) Larg

Z-2135-2018 · Class II · reported 2018-06-13 · Terminated

Why it was recalled: Firm is conducting a voluntary recall of the Rival Reduce Fracture Plating System and Rival View Plating System. As the result of a complaint investigation, the locking screws were confirmed to not properly engage the plates during surgery.
Product: Y-Plate, Sterile, Rx Only, ORTHOFIX S.r.r. Italy on label, Size (Part Number): a) Small (003-C-01001); b) Large (003-C-02001)
Where it went: U.S Consignees: NJ, FL, PA, SC, LA, VA, MN, TX, GA, DC, NV, IN, CA, MI, IL, MD, NC, OH, OK,
How much: 36

L-Plate, Sterile, Rx Only, ORTHOFIX S.r.r. Italy on label, Left or Right (Part Number): a) Left (003-E-00001L)

Z-2130-2018 · Class II · reported 2018-06-13 · Terminated

Why it was recalled: Firm is conducting a voluntary recall of the Rival Reduce Fracture Plating System and Rival View Plating System. As the result of a complaint investigation, the locking screws were confirmed to not properly engage the plates during surgery.
Product: L-Plate, Sterile, Rx Only, ORTHOFIX S.r.r. Italy on label, Left or Right (Part Number): a) Left (003-E-00001L); b) Right (003-E-00001R)
Where it went: U.S Consignees: NJ, FL, PA, SC, LA, VA, MN, TX, GA, DC, NV, IN, CA, MI, IL, MD, NC, OH, OK,
How much: 30

Rival View Kit Locking and Non-Locking Screw D 2.7MM, D 3.2MM, Sterile, Rx Only, ORTHOFIX S.r.r. Italy on labe

Z-2117-2018 · Class II · reported 2018-06-13 · Terminated

Why it was recalled: Firm is conducting a voluntary recall of the Rival Reduce Fracture Plating System and Rival View Plating System. As the result of a complaint investigation, the locking screws were confirmed to not properly engage the plates during surgery.
Product: Rival View Kit Locking and Non-Locking Screw D 2.7MM, D 3.2MM, Sterile, Rx Only, ORTHOFIX S.r.r. Italy on label, Part Number: 000-K-009C
Where it went: U.S Consignees: NJ, FL, PA, SC, LA, VA, MN, TX, GA, DC, NV, IN, CA, MI, IL, MD, NC, OH, OK,
How much: 100

Lapidus Plate, Sterile, Rx Only, ORTHOFIX S.r.r. Italy on label, Size/Step/Left or Right (Part Number): a) S

Z-2129-2018 · Class II · reported 2018-06-13 · Terminated

Why it was recalled: Firm is conducting a voluntary recall of the Rival Reduce Fracture Plating System and Rival View Plating System. As the result of a complaint investigation, the locking screws were confirmed to not properly engage the plates during surgery.
Product: Lapidus Plate, Sterile, Rx Only, ORTHOFIX S.r.r. Italy on label, Size/Step/Left or Right (Part Number): a) Small/0MM Step/Left (002-C-01000L); b) Small/0MM Step/Right (002-C-01000R); c) Large/0MM Step/Left (002-C-02000L); d) Large/0MM Step/Right (002-C-02000R); e) Small/2MM Step/Left (002-C-01002L); f) Small/2MM Step/Right (002-C-01002R); g) Large/2MM Step/Left (002-C-02002L); h) Large/2MM Step/Right (002-C-02002R)
Where it went: U.S Consignees: NJ, FL, PA, SC, LA, VA, MN, TX, GA, DC, NV, IN, CA, MI, IL, MD, NC, OH, OK,
How much: 156

CC Plate, Sterile, Rx Only, ORTHOFIX S.r.r. Italy on label, Size (Part Number): a) Small (002-G-01020); b) Me

Z-2126-2018 · Class II · reported 2018-06-13 · Terminated

Why it was recalled: Firm is conducting a voluntary recall of the Rival Reduce Fracture Plating System and Rival View Plating System. As the result of a complaint investigation, the locking screws were confirmed to not properly engage the plates during surgery.
Product: CC Plate, Sterile, Rx Only, ORTHOFIX S.r.r. Italy on label, Size (Part Number): a) Small (002-G-01020); b) Medium (002-G-01025); c) Large (002-G-01030)
Where it went: U.S Consignees: NJ, FL, PA, SC, LA, VA, MN, TX, GA, DC, NV, IN, CA, MI, IL, MD, NC, OH, OK,
How much: 24

T-Plate, Sterile, Rx Only, ORTHOFIX S.r.r. Italy on label, Size (Part Number): a) Small (003-B-01001); b) Lar

Z-2134-2018 · Class II · reported 2018-06-13 · Terminated

Why it was recalled: Firm is conducting a voluntary recall of the Rival Reduce Fracture Plating System and Rival View Plating System. As the result of a complaint investigation, the locking screws were confirmed to not properly engage the plates during surgery.
Product: T-Plate, Sterile, Rx Only, ORTHOFIX S.r.r. Italy on label, Size (Part Number): a) Small (003-B-01001); b) Large (003-B-02001)
Where it went: U.S Consignees: NJ, FL, PA, SC, LA, VA, MN, TX, GA, DC, NV, IN, CA, MI, IL, MD, NC, OH, OK,
How much: 36

MTP Plate, Sterile, Rx Only, ORTHOFIX S.r.r. Italy on label, Size (Part Number): a) Small (002-B-01001); b) Me

Z-2131-2018 · Class II · reported 2018-06-13 · Terminated

Why it was recalled: Firm is conducting a voluntary recall of the Rival Reduce Fracture Plating System and Rival View Plating System. As the result of a complaint investigation, the locking screws were confirmed to not properly engage the plates during surgery.
Product: MTP Plate, Sterile, Rx Only, ORTHOFIX S.r.r. Italy on label, Size (Part Number): a) Small (002-B-01001); b) Medium (002-B-02002); c) Large (002-B-03003)
Where it went: U.S Consignees: NJ, FL, PA, SC, LA, VA, MN, TX, GA, DC, NV, IN, CA, MI, IL, MD, NC, OH, OK,
How much: N/A

Non-Locking Screw, Sterile, Rx Only, ORTHOFIX S.r.r. Italy on label, Size (Part Number): a)D 3.2MM X 10MM (002

Z-2123-2018 · Class II · reported 2018-06-13 · Terminated

Why it was recalled: Firm is conducting a voluntary recall of the Rival Reduce Fracture Plating System and Rival View Plating System. As the result of a complaint investigation, the locking screws were confirmed to not properly engage the plates during surgery.
Product: Non-Locking Screw, Sterile, Rx Only, ORTHOFIX S.r.r. Italy on label, Size (Part Number): a)D 3.2MM X 10MM (002-D-32010) b) D 3.2MM X 12MM (002-D-32012) c) D 3.2MM X 14MM (002-D-32014) d) D 3.2MM X 16MM (002-D-32016) e) D 3.2MM X 18MM (002-D-32018) f) D 3.2MM X 20MM (002-D-32020) g) D 3.2MM X 22MM (002-D-32022) h) D 3.2MM X 24MM (002-D-32024) i) D 3.2MM X 26MM (002-D-32026) j) D 3.2MM X 28MM (002-D-32028) k) D 3.2MM X 30MM (002-D-32030) l) D 3.2MM X 32MM (002-D-32032) m) D 3.2MM X 34MM (002-D-32034) n) D 3.2MM X 36MM (002-D-32036) o) D 3.2MM X 38MM (002-D-32038) p) D 3.2MM X 40MM (002-D-32040) q) D 3.2MM X 42MM (002-D-32042) r) D 3.2MM X 44MM (002-D-32044) s) D 3.2MM X 46MM (002-D-32046) t) D 3.2MM X 48MM (002-D-32048) u) D 3.2MM X 50MM (002-D-32050)
Where it went: U.S Consignees: NJ, FL, PA, SC, LA, VA, MN, TX, GA, DC, NV, IN, CA, MI, IL, MD, NC, OH, OK,
How much: 1206

Locking Screw, Sterile, Rx Only, ORTHOFIX S.r.r. Italy on label, Size (Part Number): a) D 3.2MM X 10MM (002-E-

Z-2124-2018 · Class II · reported 2018-06-13 · Terminated

Why it was recalled: Firm is conducting a voluntary recall of the Rival Reduce Fracture Plating System and Rival View Plating System. As the result of a complaint investigation, the locking screws were confirmed to not properly engage the plates during surgery.
Product: Locking Screw, Sterile, Rx Only, ORTHOFIX S.r.r. Italy on label, Size (Part Number): a) D 3.2MM X 10MM (002-E-32010) b) D 3.2MM X 12MM (002-E-32012) c) D 3.2MM X 14MM (002-E-32014) d) D 3.2MM X 16MM (002-E-32016) e) D 3.2MM X 18MM (002-E-32018) f) D 3.2MM X 20MM (002-E-32020) g) D 3.2MM X 22MM (002-E-32022) h) D 3.2MM X 24MM (002-E-32024) i) D 3.2MM X 26MM (002-E-32026) j) D 3.2MM X 28MM (002-E-32028) k) D 3.2MM X 30MM (002-E-32030) l) D 3.2MM X 32MM (002-E-32032) m) D 3.2MM X 34MM (002-E-32034) n) D 3.2MM X 36MM (002-E-32036) o) D 3.2MM X 38MM (002-E-32038) p) D 3.2MM X 40MM (002-E-32040) q) D 3.2MM X 42MM (002-E-32042) r) D 3.2MM X 44MM (002-E-32044) s) D 3.2MM X 46MM (002-E-32046) t) D 3.2MM X 48MM (002-E-32048) u) D 3.2MM X 50MM (002-E-32050)
Where it went: U.S Consignees: NJ, FL, PA, SC, LA, VA, MN, TX, GA, DC, NV, IN, CA, MI, IL, MD, NC, OH, OK,
How much: 1574

Non-Locking Screw, D 2.7MM X 8MM, Sterile, Rx Only, ORTHOFIX S.r.r. Italy on label, Size (Part Numbers): a) D

Z-2121-2018 · Class II · reported 2018-06-13 · Terminated

Why it was recalled: Firm is conducting a voluntary recall of the Rival Reduce Fracture Plating System and Rival View Plating System. As the result of a complaint investigation, the locking screws were confirmed to not properly engage the plates during surgery.
Product: Non-Locking Screw, D 2.7MM X 8MM, Sterile, Rx Only, ORTHOFIX S.r.r. Italy on label, Size (Part Numbers): a) D 2.7MM X 8MM (002-D-27008); b) D 2.7MM X 10MM (002-D-27010); c) D 2.7MM X 12MM (002-D-27012); d) D 2.7MM X 14MM (002-D-27014); e) D 2.7MM X 16MM (002-D-27016); f) D 2.7MM X 18MM (002-D-27018); g) D 2.7MM X 20MM (002-D-27020); h) D 2.7MM X 22MM (002-D-27022); i) D 2.7MM X 24MM (002-D-27024); j) D 2.7MM X 26MM (002-D-27026); k) D 2.7MM X 28MM (002-D-27028); l) D 2.7MM X 30MM (002-D-27030); m) D 2.7MM X 32MM (002-D-27032); n) D 2.7MM X 34MM (002-D-27034); o) D 2.7MM X 36MM (002-D-27036); p) D 2.7MM X 38MM (002-D-27038); q) D 2.7MM X 40MM (002-D-27040)
Where it went: U.S Consignees: NJ, FL, PA, SC, LA, VA, MN, TX, GA, DC, NV, IN, CA, MI, IL, MD, NC, OH, OK,
How much: 935

Non-Locking Screw, Sterile, Rx Only, ORTHOFIX S.r.r. Italy on label. Size (Part Number): a) D 2.0MM X 8MM (000

Z-2119-2018 · Class II · reported 2018-06-13 · Terminated

Why it was recalled: Firm is conducting a voluntary recall of the Rival Reduce Fracture Plating System and Rival View Plating System. As the result of a complaint investigation, the locking screws were confirmed to not properly engage the plates during surgery.
Product: Non-Locking Screw, Sterile, Rx Only, ORTHOFIX S.r.r. Italy on label. Size (Part Number): a) D 2.0MM X 8MM (0002-D-20008); b) D 2.0MM X 10MM (002-D-20010); c) D 2.0MM X 12MM (002-D-20012); d) D 2.0MM X 14MM (002-D-20014); e) D 2.0MM X 16MM (002-D-20016); f) D 2.0MM X 18MM (002-D-20018); g) D 2.0MM X 20MM (002-D-20020); h) D 2.0MM X 22MM (002-D-20022); i) D 2.0MM X 24MM (002-D-20024); j) D 2.0MM X 26MM (002-D-20026); k) D 2.0MM X 28MM (002-D-20028); l) D 2.0MM X 30MM (002-D-20030)
Where it went: U.S Consignees: NJ, FL, PA, SC, LA, VA, MN, TX, GA, DC, NV, IN, CA, MI, IL, MD, NC, OH, OK,
How much: 601

Locking Screw, D 2.0MM X 8MM, Sterile, Rx Only, ORTHOFIX S.r.r. Italy on label. Size (Part Number): a) D 2.0MM

Z-2120-2018 · Class II · reported 2018-06-13 · Terminated

Why it was recalled: Firm is conducting a voluntary recall of the Rival Reduce Fracture Plating System and Rival View Plating System. As the result of a complaint investigation, the locking screws were confirmed to not properly engage the plates during surgery.
Product: Locking Screw, D 2.0MM X 8MM, Sterile, Rx Only, ORTHOFIX S.r.r. Italy on label. Size (Part Number): a) D 2.0MM X 8MM (002-E-20008); b) D 2.0MM X 10MM (002-E-20010); c) D 2.0MM X 12MM (002-E-20012); d) D 2.0MM X 14MM (002-E-20014); e) D 2.0MM X 16MM (002-E-20016); f) D 2.0MM X 18MM (002-E-20018); g) D 2.0MM X 20MM (002-E-20020); h) D 2.0MM X 22MM (002-E-20022); i) D 2.0MM X 24MM (002-E-20024); j) D 2.0MM X 26MM (002-E-20026); k) D 2.0MM X 28MM (002-E-20028); l) D 2.0MM X 30MM (002-E-20030)
Where it went: U.S Consignees: NJ, FL, PA, SC, LA, VA, MN, TX, GA, DC, NV, IN, CA, MI, IL, MD, NC, OH, OK,
How much: 870

H-Plate, Sterile, Rx Only, ORTHOFIX S.r.r. Italy on label, Size (Part Number): a) 12MM Spacer (003-H-12001);

Z-2128-2018 · Class II · reported 2018-06-13 · Terminated

Why it was recalled: Firm is conducting a voluntary recall of the Rival Reduce Fracture Plating System and Rival View Plating System. As the result of a complaint investigation, the locking screws were confirmed to not properly engage the plates during surgery.
Product: H-Plate, Sterile, Rx Only, ORTHOFIX S.r.r. Italy on label, Size (Part Number): a) 12MM Spacer (003-H-12001); b) 15MM Spacer (003-H-15001); 20MM Spacer (003-H-20001); 25MM Spacer (003-H-25001); 30 MM (003-H-30001)
Where it went: U.S Consignees: NJ, FL, PA, SC, LA, VA, MN, TX, GA, DC, NV, IN, CA, MI, IL, MD, NC, OH, OK,
How much: 75

Evans Plate, Sterile, Rx Only, ORTHOFIX S.r.r. Italy on label, Size (Part Number): a) 6MM Spacer (002-H-00006

Z-2127-2018 · Class II · reported 2018-06-13 · Terminated

Why it was recalled: Firm is conducting a voluntary recall of the Rival Reduce Fracture Plating System and Rival View Plating System. As the result of a complaint investigation, the locking screws were confirmed to not properly engage the plates during surgery.
Product: Evans Plate, Sterile, Rx Only, ORTHOFIX S.r.r. Italy on label, Size (Part Number): a) 6MM Spacer (002-H-00006); b) 8MM Spacer (022-H-00008); c) 10MM Spacer (002-H-00010); d) 12MM Spacer (002-H-00012)
Where it went: U.S Consignees: NJ, FL, PA, SC, LA, VA, MN, TX, GA, DC, NV, IN, CA, MI, IL, MD, NC, OH, OK,
How much: 52

Box Plate, Sterile, Rx Only, ORTHOFIX S.r.r. Italy on label, Size (Part Number): a) 18MM (003-F-18001); b) 22

Z-2125-2018 · Class II · reported 2018-06-13 · Terminated

Why it was recalled: Firm is conducting a voluntary recall of the Rival Reduce Fracture Plating System and Rival View Plating System. As the result of a complaint investigation, the locking screws were confirmed to not properly engage the plates during surgery.
Product: Box Plate, Sterile, Rx Only, ORTHOFIX S.r.r. Italy on label, Size (Part Number): a) 18MM (003-F-18001); b) 22MM (003-F-22001); c) 30MM (003-F-30001)
Where it went: U.S Consignees: NJ, FL, PA, SC, LA, VA, MN, TX, GA, DC, NV, IN, CA, MI, IL, MD, NC, OH, OK,
How much: 54

Straight Plate, Sterile, Rx Only, ORTHOFIX S.r.r. Italy on label, Holes (Part Number): a) 3 Hole (003-D-01001)

Z-2132-2018 · Class II · reported 2018-06-13 · Terminated

Why it was recalled: Firm is conducting a voluntary recall of the Rival Reduce Fracture Plating System and Rival View Plating System. As the result of a complaint investigation, the locking screws were confirmed to not properly engage the plates during surgery.
Product: Straight Plate, Sterile, Rx Only, ORTHOFIX S.r.r. Italy on label, Holes (Part Number): a) 3 Hole (003-D-01001); b) 4 Hole (003-D-02001); c) 6 Hole (003-D-03001)
Where it went: U.S Consignees: NJ, FL, PA, SC, LA, VA, MN, TX, GA, DC, NV, IN, CA, MI, IL, MD, NC, OH, OK,
How much: 38

TN Plate, Sterile, Rx Only, ORTHOFIX S.r.r. Italy on label, Size (Part Number): a) Small (002-F-01020); b) Med

Z-2133-2018 · Class II · reported 2018-06-13 · Terminated

Why it was recalled: Firm is conducting a voluntary recall of the Rival Reduce Fracture Plating System and Rival View Plating System. As the result of a complaint investigation, the locking screws were confirmed to not properly engage the plates during surgery.
Product: TN Plate, Sterile, Rx Only, ORTHOFIX S.r.r. Italy on label, Size (Part Number): a) Small (002-F-01020); b) Medium (002-F-01025); c) Large (002-F-01030)
Where it went: U.S Consignees: NJ, FL, PA, SC, LA, VA, MN, TX, GA, DC, NV, IN, CA, MI, IL, MD, NC, OH, OK,
How much: 24

Locking Screw, Sterile, Rx Only, ORTHOFIX S.r.r. Italy on label, Size (Part Number): a) D 2.7MM X 8MM (002-E-2

Z-2122-2018 · Class II · reported 2018-06-13 · Terminated

Why it was recalled: Firm is conducting a voluntary recall of the Rival Reduce Fracture Plating System and Rival View Plating System. As the result of a complaint investigation, the locking screws were confirmed to not properly engage the plates during surgery.
Product: Locking Screw, Sterile, Rx Only, ORTHOFIX S.r.r. Italy on label, Size (Part Number): a) D 2.7MM X 8MM (002-E-27008), b) D 2.7MM X 10MM (002-E-27010); c) D 2.7MM X 12MM (002-E-27012); d) D 2.7MM X 14MM (002-E-27014); e) D 2.7MM X 16MM (002-E-27016); f) D 2.7MM X 18MM (002-E-27018); g) D 2.7MM X 20MM (002-E-27020); h) D 2.7MM X 22MM (002-E-27022); i) D 2.7MM X 24MM (002-E-27024); j) D 2.7MM X 26MM (002-E-27026); k) D 2.7MM X 28MM (002-E-27028); l) D 2.7MM X 30MM (002-E-27030); m) D 2.7MM X 32MM (002-E-27032); n) D 2.7MM X 34MM (002-E-27034); o) D 2.7MM X 36MM (002-E-27036); p) D 2.7MM X 38MM (002-E-27038); q) D 2.7MM X 40MM (002-E-27040)
Where it went: U.S Consignees: NJ, FL, PA, SC, LA, VA, MN, TX, GA, DC, NV, IN, CA, MI, IL, MD, NC, OH, OK,
How much: 1302

Rival Reduce Kit Plates, Sterile, Rx Only, ORTHOFIX S.r.r. Italy on label, Part Number: 000-K-012C

Z-2118-2018 · Class II · reported 2018-06-13 · Terminated

Why it was recalled: Firm is conducting a voluntary recall of the Rival Reduce Fracture Plating System and Rival View Plating System. As the result of a complaint investigation, the locking screws were confirmed to not properly engage the plates during surgery.
Product: Rival Reduce Kit Plates, Sterile, Rx Only, ORTHOFIX S.r.r. Italy on label, Part Number: 000-K-012C
Where it went: U.S Consignees: NJ, FL, PA, SC, LA, VA, MN, TX, GA, DC, NV, IN, CA, MI, IL, MD, NC, OH, OK,
How much: 50

ORTHOFIX, Connector System, SMALL SET SCREW, REF 79-2003

Z-1363-2018 · Class II · reported 2018-04-18 · Terminated

Why it was recalled: Orthofix is conducting a voluntary recall of the Connector System Large Set Screw (PN: 79-2002) with affected Lot Numbers 001 and 002, and Small Set Screw (PN: 79-2003) with affected Lot Numbers 002, 003 and 004. Through the company's manufacturing controls, size discrepancies were noted with the drive feature for both the large and small sets screws. As a result, it is possible that (1) the set screw drive feature will not accept the Set Screw Driver (PN: 79-1006) or (2) the driver may get wedged in the corners of the drive feature (false bottom) which may lead to a stripped set screw.
Product: ORTHOFIX, Connector System, SMALL SET SCREW, REF 79-2003
Where it went: US
How much: 397 units

ORTHOFIX, Connector System, LARGE SET SCREW, REF 79-2002

Z-1364-2018 · Class II · reported 2018-04-18 · Terminated

Why it was recalled: Orthofix is conducting a voluntary recall of the Connector System Large Set Screw (PN: 79-2002) with affected Lot Numbers 001 and 002, and Small Set Screw (PN: 79-2003) with affected Lot Numbers 002, 003 and 004. Through the company's manufacturing controls, size discrepancies were noted with the drive feature for both the large and small sets screws. As a result, it is possible that (1) the set screw drive feature will not accept the Set Screw Driver (PN: 79-1006) or (2) the driver may get wedged in the corners of the drive feature (false bottom) which may lead to a stripped set screw.
Product: ORTHOFIX, Connector System, LARGE SET SCREW, REF 79-2002
Where it went: US
How much: 188 units

Firebird NXG Spinal Fixation System Decorticating Planer, Catalog #36-1334, non-sterile, Rx. .A Decorticat

Z-3127-2017 · Class II · reported 2017-09-20 · Terminated

Why it was recalled: The plastic core of the Decorticating Planer was found to be missing, which could result in scoring of the bone screw neck if used at or beyond a 23 degree angle.
Product: Firebird NXG Spinal Fixation System Decorticating Planer, Catalog #36-1334, non-sterile, Rx. .A Decorticating Planer is used to decorticate bone surrounding the spherical head of an implanted bone screw in order to provide clearance to allow for proper seating of the modular body, as well as to provide full range of modular body angulation. It is placed axially over the spherical head of the bone screw and rotated clockwise and counterclockwise to achieve the needed decortication
Where it went: Distribution was made to distributors located in CA, FL, and RI. There was no foreign/military/government distribution.
How much: 6 planers

Firebird NXG Spinal Fixation System Set Screw Driver used to insert a set screw into a spinal fixation constru

Z-1881-2016 · Class II · reported 2016-06-08 · Terminated

Why it was recalled: There is a possibility that the subject set screw driver could disengage from the torque limiting handle when the counter torque wrench is allowed to contact the counter torque handle.
Product: Firebird NXG Spinal Fixation System Set Screw Driver used to insert a set screw into a spinal fixation construct. Rx Only Provided non Sterile.
Where it went: KS, NV, TX, CA, ID, FL, MA, MI, NJ, AZ, NH, SC, UT, WA
How much: 36 units

Firebird Spinal Fixation System Torque Limiting Handle (PN 52-1512) Intended for posterior, non-cervical pe

Z-0797-2016 · Class II · reported 2016-02-17 · Terminated

Why it was recalled: There is a possibility that the device may deliver a torque value less than the required setting after initial sterilization. In worst case, the unexpected drop in torque value may lead to the spinal construct loosening and requiring corrective surgical intervention.
Product: Firebird Spinal Fixation System Torque Limiting Handle (PN 52-1512) Intended for posterior, non-cervical pedicle, and non-pedicle fixation (T1-S2/llium).
Where it went: Worldwide Distribution -- US, Spain, Italy, and Australia.
How much: 36 units

ORTHOFIX Centurion POCT System Drill Guide PN 69-1010 and PN 69-1012. Drill Guides are used to interface with

Z-1819-2015 · Class II · reported 2015-07-01 · Terminated

Why it was recalled: There is a possibility that the thumb button remains in the depressed (unlocked) position allowing the threaded sleeve (drill stop) to unintentionally rotate and change the depth setting.
Product: ORTHOFIX Centurion POCT System Drill Guide PN 69-1010 and PN 69-1012. Drill Guides are used to interface with various drill tips during the drilling procedure of bone preparation.
Where it went: Nationwide Distribution including CA, VA, FL, ID, CO, OR, PA, OK, SC, and TX.
How much: 36 units

ORTHOFIX Firebird Spinal Fixation System 6.5mm x 55mm Multi-Axial Screw, Standard Implant Grade Titanium Allo

Z-1749-2015 · Class II · reported 2015-06-17 · Terminated

Why it was recalled: The Firebird Spinal Fixation System 6.5 mm x 55 mm Bone Screw, Self-Tapping is currently mislabeled at the distal tip of the bone screw showing a length measurement of 50 mm instead of 55 mm.
Product: ORTHOFIX Firebird Spinal Fixation System 6.5mm x 55mm Multi-Axial Screw, Standard Implant Grade Titanium Alloy Rx Only Provided Non-Sterile Do Not Reuse
Where it went: US Distribution to the states of : OK, MD, CA, FL, MI, SC, CO, NY and PA., and Internationally to Asturias Spain.
How much: 45 units

Azure Anterior Cervical Plate System, 2-Level Plate, 36 mm, Implant Grade Titanium and Nitinol, Orthofix Inc.,

Z-1089-2014 · Class II · reported 2014-03-05 · Terminated

Why it was recalled: There is a possibility that the locking mechanism of the Azure Anterior Cervical Plate may fracture during or after implantation.
Product: Azure Anterior Cervical Plate System, 2-Level Plate, 36 mm, Implant Grade Titanium and Nitinol, Orthofix Inc., RX Only The Azure Anterior Cervical Plate System is a temporary implant, intended for anterior fixation to the cervical spine from C2 to C7 and is indicated for: A. Degenerative disc disease, B. Spondylolisthesis, C. Trauma, D. Spinal Stenosis, E. Deformities, F. Tumor, G. Pseudoarthrosis, and H. Revision of previous surgery. The Azure Anterior Cervical Plate System is comprised of a variety of non-sterile, single use, titanium alloy and nitinol components. The system is attached to the anterior aspect of the vertebral body by means of screw to to the cervical spine.
Where it went: Worldwide Distribution: USA (nationwide) and the country of Germany.
How much: 4,172 units

Orthofix Firebird Spinal Fixation System Instrumentation Modular Screw Driver, Product Usage: The Modul

Z-0855-2014 · Class II · reported 2014-02-05 · Terminated

Why it was recalled: Orthofix received 6 complaints which resulted in a reportable events due to extended surgical times greater than 30 minutes for the Modular Screw Driver (PN 52-1332). The complaints alleged that the screw driver's collet would malfunction resulting in the surgeon being unable to use the Modular Screw Driver to effectively place Modular Screws, which may result in a delay of surgery.
Product: Orthofix Firebird Spinal Fixation System Instrumentation Modular Screw Driver, Product Usage: The Modular Screw Driver is used for inserting a modular bone screw into the pedicle during a spinal fixation procedure. It is a reusable instrument.
Where it went: Worldwide Distribution - US Nationwide including (Puerto Rico) and the countries of: Spain, Germany, Australia, Peru, Mexico, Colombia, South Africa, and Israel.
How much: 443

Orthofix ISKD Limb Lengthener. ISKD - Intramedullary Skeletal Kinetic Distractor. The ISKD is intended f

Z-0895-2013 · Class II · reported 2013-03-06 · Terminated

Why it was recalled: There is a possibility that the ISKD limb lengthener may stop distracting post-operatively during treatment, which may result in premature bone consolidation (limb not achieving the desired length) leading to revision surgery to remove and/or replace the device.
Product: Orthofix ISKD Limb Lengthener. ISKD - Intramedullary Skeletal Kinetic Distractor. The ISKD is intended for limb lengthening of the tibia and femur.
Where it went: Worldwide Distribution - USA (nationwide) Internationally to Australia, Hong Kong, Saudi Arabia, Korea, Turkey, Greece, Finland, South Africa, Spain, Singapore, Switzerland, Brazil, Germany, France, Japan, Netherlands, New Zealand, Israel, Canada and Mexico
How much: 1224

Showing the 30 most recent of 31. The rest are searchable at the FDA enforcement report database.

Read these counts with three things in mind

A firm with more recalls usually makes more products. A contract packer runs hundreds of lines. It will out-recall a company with one product whatever either does. This is not a safety ranking.

Most recalls here are voluntary. A firm found its own fault and pulled the stock. That is the system working. It lands in this database looking the same as a recall the FDA had to push for.

Terminated means the FDA considers the recall finished. It is not a verdict. It does not mean anyone was harmed.

Source: openFDA enforcement reports, retrieved 2026-08-05. FDA dataset last updated 2026-07-29.

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