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FDA Device recall Z-2215-2020

Vital MIS Spinal Fixation system implants CANN POLY EXT TAB 5.5X40MM, Item Number 810M5540 - Product Usage: are non-cervical spinal fixatio…

On 2020-06-10 the FDA classified a Class II recall of Vital MIS Spinal Fixation system implants CANN POLY EXT TAB 5.5X40MM, Item Number 810M5540 - Product Usage: are non-cervical spinal fixatio… by Zimmer Biomet, citing there are reports of inadequate locking of the extended tab screws. Complaints were reported where the closure top backed out of the screw post-operatively.

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AgencyFDA Device
Recall numberZ-2215-2020
ClassificationClass II
Statusterminated
Initiated2020-05-05
Published2020-06-10
Last updated2026-09-13 11:55 UTC
CompanyZimmer Biomet
DistributionUS

Product

Vital MIS Spinal Fixation system implants CANN POLY EXT TAB 5.5X40MM, Item Number 810M5540 - Product Usage: are non-cervical spinal fixation devices intended for posterior pedicle screw fixation, posterior hook fixation, or anterolateral fixation. Pedicle screw fixation is indicated for skeletally mature patients and for adolescence patients.

Reason

There are reports of inadequate locking of the extended tab screws. Complaints were reported where the closure top backed out of the screw post-operatively.

Identifiers

code_infoUDI: (01)00887868324437; Lot Numbers: C19G0006 C19H0009 C19I0006 C19J0008 C19K0006 C19L0017 SBM108404 SBM118986 SBM121778

Status history

No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:55 UTC. Current status: terminated.

Source

Official record: https://api.fda.gov/device/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22Z-2215-2020%22

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