FDA Device recall Z-1151-2017
InterFuse Tail Traction Tool, Part Number 9116
- FDA Device
- Class II
- terminated
- Published 2017-02-15
On 2017-02-15 the FDA classified a Class II recall of InterFuse Tail Traction Tool, Part Number 9116 by Vertebral Technologies, citing fit issues have been identified with the Tail Traction Tool (PN 9116) when used with the Interfuse T tailed implant. The InterFuse T Tail may not fit into the Thru Hole in the ins….
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| Agency | FDA Device |
|---|---|
| Recall number | Z-1151-2017 |
| Classification | Class II |
| Status | terminated |
| Initiated | 2017-01-13 |
| Published | 2017-02-15 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:54 UTC |
| Company | Vertebral Technologies |
| Distribution | FL, IL, IN, MD, MN, MT, NY, OH, TN, TX, WI |
Product
InterFuse Tail Traction Tool, Part Number 9116. The InterFuse Tail Traction Tool is an optional Class I non-sterile reusable instrument that can be used to assist with module locking of the InterFuse S or InterFuse T implant system. The system has a modular design to allow the device to be assembled within the disc space to minimize the surgical window, while providing a footprint that approximates the excised nucleus.
Reason
Fit issues have been identified with the Tail Traction Tool (PN 9116) when used with the Interfuse T tailed implant. The InterFuse T Tail may not fit into the Thru Hole in the instrument.
Identifiers
| code_info | Lot: 110512-02, 110718-01, 110831-02, 120214-01, 120403-018, 120420-07, 120711-02, 120911-06 |
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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-1151-2017%22
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