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FDA Device recall Z-0527-2013

EBI XFIX DFS Rail System (Adult Rail Gradual Swivel Clamp)

On 2012-12-26 the FDA classified a Class II recall of EBI XFIX DFS Rail System (Adult Rail Gradual Swivel Clamp) by Biomet, citing it was reported that the number scale/graduation markings were missing on 14 pieces of the swivel clamp.

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AgencyFDA Device
Recall numberZ-0527-2013
ClassificationClass II
Statusterminated
Initiated2012-11-09
Published2012-12-26
Last updated2026-09-13 11:53 UTC
CompanyBiomet
DistributionCA, FL, MI, NY, PA, TN, TX

Product

EBI XFIX DFS Rail System (Adult Rail Gradual Swivel Clamp). The Biomet Rail System consists of a unilateral external fixator rail, modular bone screw clamps, and compression and distraction units. The device is used in the treatment of bone fractures.

Reason

It was reported that the number scale/graduation markings were missing on 14 pieces of the swivel clamp.

Identifiers

code_infoCatalog Number 06350 and Lot Number Identification 994790 (packaged as 042210)

Status history

No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:53 UTC. Current status: terminated.

Source

Official record: https://api.fda.gov/device/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22Z-0527-2013%22

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