FDA Device recall Z-1980-2012
Pathfinder NXT Fixed Percutaneous Rod Holder, Part numbers 3573-1 (angle handle) , Stainless Steel / Silicone Rubber, Rx only, non sterile
- FDA Device
- Class II
- terminated
- Published 2012-07-18
On 2012-07-18 the FDA classified a Class II recall of Pathfinder NXT Fixed Percutaneous Rod Holder, Part numbers 3573-1 (angle handle) , Stainless Steel / Silicone Rubber, Rx only, non sterile by Zimmer, citing zimmer is recalling Pathfinder NXT Fixed Percutaneous Rod Holder, because complaints have been received that the rod holder tip may crack or break when the rod is manipulated duri….
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| Agency | FDA Device |
|---|---|
| Recall number | Z-1980-2012 |
| Classification | Class II |
| Status | terminated |
| Initiated | 2012-06-05 |
| Published | 2012-07-18 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:53 UTC |
| Company | Zimmer |
| Distribution | US |
Product
Pathfinder NXT Fixed Percutaneous Rod Holder, Part numbers 3573-1 (angle handle) , Stainless Steel / Silicone Rubber, Rx only, non sterile. Product Usage: The rod is held by the instrument for inserting and guiding into the screw heads via percutaneous delivery during minimally invasive surgery to fuse the spine. Per the surgical technique (Ll554 Pathfinder NXT Surgical Technique);
Reason
Zimmer is recalling Pathfinder NXT Fixed Percutaneous Rod Holder, because complaints have been received that the rod holder tip may crack or break when the rod is manipulated during surgery.
Identifiers
| code_info | Part numbers 3573-1 (angle handle) all lots including 64PY, 67YA, 69FF, 71GB, 72JL, 73GY |
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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-1980-2012%22
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