Anspach Pneumatic and Electric Motor Systems. Intended for cutting and shaping bone, including the spine and cranium.

Class I - Dangerous

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    DFU: 18-0047: Revisions A & B 18-0074: Revision A; and 18-0105: Revisions A. Operating Manuals: 19-0010: Revisions A, and 19-0013: Revisions A, B, & C.
  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:
The Anspach Effort, Inc.
Reason for Recall:
Several attachments and handpieces failed to meet the expected sterility assurance level (SAL) when sterilized by the method that is specified in the current Directions for Use (DFU) provided with the device.
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

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

Status:
terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

Anspach Pneumatic and Electric Motor Systems. Intended for cutting and shaping bone, including the spine and cranium.

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

DFU: 18-0047: Revisions A & B 18-0074: Revision A; and 18-0105: Revisions A. Operating Manuals: 19-0010: Revisions A, and 19-0013: Revisions A, B, & C.

Distribution:

Nationwide distribution

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:

View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: Z-1983-2014

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