Drug recall

Oxford Gap Gauge SML 3/4mm. The instrument is used for an intermediate check of the flexion and extension gaps…

FDA recall event 62745 · Class II · Biomet U.K., Ltd.

Key facts

Event ID 62745
Recall numbers Z-2224-2012
Recalling firm Biomet U.K., Ltd.
Product type Devices
Products Oxford Gap Gauge SML 3/4mm. The instrument is used for an intermediate check of the flexion and extension gaps when preparing the femur to accept the femoral component.
Classification Class II
Status Terminated
Voluntary or mandated Firm Initiated
Reason for recall A drafting error during an unrelated design change has led to 4 misleading dimensions on the drawing. The CAD model remained the same thickness but the problem dimensions were accidentally struck from…
Initiation date Jul 27, 2012
Report date Aug 29, 2012
Termination date Feb 15, 2013
City Bridgend, South Wales
Country United Kingdom
FEI number 3002806535

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  • 1–9 Products in this recall
  • None FDA inspections of this firm (FEI)

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