ClearanceBrief
Recall Z-1434-2010 ยท JDW Pin, Fixation, Threaded

Orthofix Srl

Orthofix US XCaliber Meta-Diaphyseal Complete Kit, Sterile. 99-91600, manufactured by Orthofix SRL, Via delle Nazioni, 9, 27012 Bussolengo (VR) Italy. Intended for use in the treatment of bone conditions including leg lengthening, osteotomies, arthrodesis, fracture fixation and other bone conditions amenable to treatment by use of the external fixation modality.

DateApr 28, 2010 (initiated Feb 22, 2010)
StatusTerminated
ReasonDuring standard quality controls, firm identified a potential for breakage of the XCaliber clamp when locking the cam.
Root causeNonconforming Material/Component
ActionOrthofix issued an "Urgent: Field Safety Notice" dated February 22, 2010. Consignees were informed of the affected product and instructed to cease use and to return the product to the firm.
Quantity9
DistributionNationwide Distribution -- TX, ND, NY, FL and CA.
FDA recordOpen on fda.gov

510(k) clearances named in this recall

K955848ORTHOFIX MODULSYSTEM
Orthofix, Inc., Mar 20, 1996