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Kinamed Inc: Kinamed SuperCable Grip and Plate System Driver, 3.5mm Hex, Catalog Number: 35-860-2060 The driver is intended to be used in conjunction with compression and locking bone screws for fixation of long bone fractures when Kinamed Trochanteric Grips & Cable-Plates are used. Subsequent Product Codes: HWC, JDQ.

Recall number
Z-2588-2011
Recalling firm
Kinamed Inc
Product
Kinamed SuperCable Grip and Plate System Driver, 3.5mm Hex, Catalog Number: 35-860-2060 The driver is intended to be used in conjunction with compression and locking bone screws for fixation of long bone fractures when Kinamed Trochanteric Grips & Cable-Plates are used. Subsequent Product Codes: HWC, JDQ.
Status
Terminated
Initiated
2010-08-18
Posted
2011-06-17
Terminated
2011-10-25
Reason
The recall was initiated due to inadequate mechanical strength of these screwdrivers' hexagonal tip feature, causing it to strip during final tightening.
Root cause
Nonconforming Material/Component
Action
The firm, Kinamed Inc., sent a recall letter dated August 18, 2010 to consignees/customers via FedEx. The letter described the product, problem and actions to be taken. The customers were instructed to Immediately examine their stock and return any Kinamed SuperCable Screwdriver, 3.5mm Hex bearing these lot numbers, along with the completed attached Effectiveness Check Form and shipment under RMA #74567 to the attention of: "Director of Quality Assurance" Kinamed, Inc. 820 Flynn Road Carnarillo, CA 93012-8701 Note: The Kinamed sales agent shipped and had the product replaced for the customers. If you have any questions, please contact (303)-681-2208, (805) 384-2748 or (800) 827-5775
Quantity
8 units
Distribution
Worldwide distribution: USA (nationwide) state of: CO and country of: Columbia.
Lot, serial or model codes
Lot Numbers K12899 (2pcs) & K12985 (3pcs)
510(k) numbers
["K072250"]
PMA numbers
not on file
Product code
KTT
Firm FEI
2027148
Firm city
Camarillo
Firm state
CA
Firm country
not on file

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