GemLock Long Hex Driver, Catalog RHL2.5; Also distributed within the Tapered SwissPlus & SwissPlus Implant Systems Kits, Surgical, Complete, Catalog OPCST; Tapered Screw-Vent Implant System Surgical Kit, Complete, Catalog TSVKIT. Used as a manual delivery tool that engages the Fixture Mount Transfer (FMT) to transport the dental implant from the product packaging to the osteotomy.

Class I - Dangerous

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    Etched Lot No. 62699693 & 62735177. Lot Number on Label: 62712431, 62743168, 62766610, 62702589, 62710484, 62712437, 62743075, 62750487, 62753787, 62756920, 62759862, 62760388, 62768456, and 62773158. Expanded Lot No. 62728173.
  2. Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
  3. Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
  4. Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
  5. Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.

⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.

Recall Details

Company:
Zimmer Dental Inc
Reason for Recall:
The Gemlock Long Hex Driver may not fit into the Fixture Mount Transfer (FMT) or the internal hex of the implant.
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.

Status:
terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

GemLock Long Hex Driver, Catalog RHL2.5; Also distributed within the Tapered SwissPlus & SwissPlus Implant Systems Kits, Surgical, Complete, Catalog OPCST; Tapered Screw-Vent Implant System Surgical Kit, Complete, Catalog TSVKIT. Used as a manual delivery tool that engages the Fixture Mount Transfer (FMT) to transport the dental implant from the product packaging to the osteotomy.

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

Etched Lot No. 62699693 & 62735177. Lot Number on Label: 62712431, 62743168, 62766610, 62702589, 62710484, 62712437, 62743075, 62750487, 62753787, 62756920, 62759862, 62760388, 62768456, and 62773158. Expanded Lot No. 62728173.

Distribution:

Distributed in: US

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:

View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: Z-1115-2015

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