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FDA Device recall Z-0656-2017

Synthes Flexible Shaft, Orthopedic manual surgical instrument The Flexible shafts are intended for use as an optional reaming step in intra…

On 2016-11-30 the FDA classified a Class II recall of Synthes Flexible Shaft, Orthopedic manual surgical instrument The Flexible shafts are intended for use as an optional reaming step in intra… by Synthes Usa Products, citing non-conforming material used.

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AgencyFDA Device
Recall numberZ-0656-2017
ClassificationClass II
Statusterminated
Initiated2016-10-31
Published2016-11-30
Last updated2026-09-13 11:54 UTC
CompanySynthes Usa Products
DistributionUS

Product

Synthes Flexible Shaft, Orthopedic manual surgical instrument The Flexible shafts are intended for use as an optional reaming step in intramedullary nailing systems.

Reason

Non-conforming material used.

Identifiers

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Part Number 352.040 - Lot # 9947895, L084498 Part Number 352.044 - Lot # 9916503 9916508,L000158,L000160,L000573,L0…Part Number 352.040 - Lot # 9947895, L084498 Part Number 352.044 - Lot # 9916503 9916508,L000158,L000160,L000573,L000603,L000604,L000605,L000607,L000632 L082974

Status history

No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:54 UTC. Current status: terminated.

Source

Official record: https://api.fda.gov/device/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22Z-0656-2017%22

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