4.0mm Variable Angle, Self-Drilling Hexalobe Screw, 14mm Alphatec Spine Solutions for the Aging Spine Trestle Luxe Anterior Cervical Plating System REF 71240-14 LOT XXXXXX Alphatec Spine, Inc. EN: 4.0MM Variable Angle, Self--Drilling Hexalobe Screw, 14MM (TI-6AL-4V ELI) NON STERILE Single Use Only
Class I - DangerousWhat Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: Part Number: 71240-14 Lot: 685904
- Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
- Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
- Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
- 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:
- Alphatec Spine, Inc.
- Reason for Recall:
- During a field audit it was discovered by an employee that a 16mm Trestle Luxe Screw has been both laser marked and labeled as a 14mm Trestle Luxe Screw (4.0mm Variable Angle, Self-Drilling Hexalobe Screw, 14mm). As a result the firm recalling the affected lots codes for this mislabeling.
- Classification:
- Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
- Status:
- terminated
Product Information
Full Description:
4.0mm Variable Angle, Self-Drilling Hexalobe Screw, 14mm Alphatec Spine Solutions for the Aging Spine Trestle Luxe Anterior Cervical Plating System REF 71240-14 LOT XXXXXX Alphatec Spine, Inc. EN: 4.0MM Variable Angle, Self--Drilling Hexalobe Screw, 14MM (TI-6AL-4V ELI) NON STERILE Single Use Only
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
Part Number: 71240-14 Lot: 685904
Distribution:
Distributed in: US, KS, LA, TN, NJ, KY, CA, FL, OR, OK, AZ, WI, CO, IN, NH, AR, UT, AL
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:
View on FDA.govFDA Recall Number: Z-1547-2015
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