FDA Device recall Z-2739-2020
MatrixMIDFACE Screws - Product Usage: The intended use for this device is in fixation of cranial bones and facial skeleton in procedures su…
- FDA Device
- Class II
- terminated
- Published 2020-08-05
On 2020-08-05 the FDA classified a Class II recall of MatrixMIDFACE Screws - Product Usage: The intended use for this device is in fixation of cranial bones and facial skeleton in procedures su… by Synthes Produktions, citing one lot of MatrixMIDFACE Emergency Screw 1.8mm, self-tapp, L 12mm, in Clip was packaged with a body clip etched with a 3 (representing 3mm) when it should have been packaged with….
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| Agency | FDA Device |
|---|---|
| Recall number | Z-2739-2020 |
| Classification | Class II |
| Status | terminated |
| Initiated | 2020-06-16 |
| Published | 2020-08-05 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:55 UTC |
| Company | Synthes Produktions |
| Distribution | n/a |
Product
MatrixMIDFACE Screws - Product Usage: The intended use for this device is in fixation of cranial bones and facial skeleton in procedures such as craniotomies, reconstructive procedures, fracture repair, osteotomies, and selective orthognathic surgery of the maxilla and chin.
Reason
One lot of MatrixMIDFACE Emergency Screw 1.8mm, self-tapp, L 12mm, in Clip was packaged with a body clip etched with a 3 (representing 3mm) when it should have been packaged with body clip etched with a 12 (representing 12mm).
Identifiers
| code_info | Lot # 41P2340 |
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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-2739-2020%22
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