FDA Device recall Z-0082-2013
Columbus 4-IN-1 Femoral Cutting Guide M3 Instrument (NQ083R)
- FDA Device
- Class II
- terminated
- Published 2012-10-24
On 2012-10-24 the FDA classified a Class II recall of Columbus 4-IN-1 Femoral Cutting Guide M3 Instrument (NQ083R) by Aesculap, citing the manufacturer informed the recalling firm of a potential laser marking error in size identification on two Columbus 4-IN-1 Femoral Cutting Guide Instruments. The guides are cor….
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| Agency | FDA Device |
|---|---|
| Recall number | Z-0082-2013 |
| Classification | Class II |
| Status | terminated |
| Initiated | 2012-05-09 |
| Published | 2012-10-24 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:53 UTC |
| Company | Aesculap |
| Distribution | PA, TN |
Product
Columbus 4-IN-1 Femoral Cutting Guide M3 Instrument (NQ083R)
Reason
The manufacturer informed the recalling firm of a potential laser marking error in size identification on two Columbus 4-IN-1 Femoral Cutting Guide Instruments. The guides are correctly dimensioned, but the laser markings have been incorrectly etched.
Identifiers
| code_info | NQ083R |
|---|
Status history
No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:53 UTC. Current status: terminated.
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Source
Official record: https://api.fda.gov/device/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22Z-0082-2013%22
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