ClearanceBrief
Recall Z-0411-2007 ยท MNI Orthosis, Spinal Pedicle Fixation

Medtronic Sofamor Danek Instrument Manufacturing

Rocker Reducer, part of the SiLo Spinal System, REF 8880014, Rx only, Material: Stainless Steel, qty: 1 ea, non-sterile, Medtronic Sofamor Danek, 1800 Pyramid Place Memphis, TN 38132, USA, Manufactured at: Bartlett, Tennessee, USA

DateFeb 8, 2007 (initiated Dec 18, 2006)
StatusTerminated
ReasonDue to a manufacturing error, the proximal end may deform causing the protrusions that engage the associated implant to break off of the instrument during use.
Root causeOther
ActionThe firm sent out the recall letter via Federal Express to direct consignees on 12/18/2006. The letter explained the problem, requested discontinuation of use and stated that sales representatives would be coordinating the retrieval and replacement of the device.
Quantity58 units
DistributionWorldwide, including USA, the Netherlands, Canada, Australia, and the Bahamas.
FDA recordOpen on fda.gov

510(k) clearances named in this recall

K042210MSD SILO SPINAL SYSTEM
Medtronic Sofamor Danek, Nov 4, 2004