FDA Device recall Z-1981-2012
Pathfinder NXT Fixed Percutaneous Rod Holder, Part numbers 3573-2 (straight 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 3573-2 (straight 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-1981-2012 |
| 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 3573-2 (straight handle) Stainless Steel / Silicone Rubber, Rx only, non sterile. Product Usage: PathFinder NXT is a minimally invasive pedicle screw system. The PathFinder NXT System consists of various screws and rods intended to provide temporary stabilization following surgery to fuse the spine. The intended use of the Fixed Angled Percutaneous Rod Inserter is to insert a rod percutaneously through the extender sieeves to position into the implanted screw heads for securing with closure tops forming a construct that provides temporary stabilization following MIS or mini-open surgery to fuse the spine.
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 3573-2 (straight handle) all lots. |
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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-1981-2012%22
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