Yukon Straight Rod 4.0 x120mm; Cat# 7601-540120. Used to provide immobilization and stabilization of spinal...
K2M, Inc. began a recall of Yukon Straight Rod 4.0 x120mm; Cat# 7601-540120. Used to provide immobilization and stabilization of spinal segments on . FDA classified it as Class II and gives the reason as "Some of the rods in this lot were observed to have discoloration, later confirmed to be indication of trace amounts of inorganic phosphorous compound. This may produce a mild irritating or inflammatory response; adverse...". As of , the recall status on record is Open, Classified.
Recall record
- Recall number
- Z-1307-2022
- Classification
- Class II
- Status
- Open, Classified
- Initiated
- Posted
- Recalling firm
- K2M, Inc
- Product
- Yukon Straight Rod 4.0 x120mm; Cat# 7601-540120. Used to provide immobilization and stabilization of spinal segments.
- Product code
- KWP Appliance, Fixation, Spinal Interlaminal
- Reason for recall
- Some of the rods in this lot were observed to have discoloration, later confirmed to be indication of trace amounts of inorganic phosphorous compound. This may produce a mild irritating or inflammatory response; adverse local tissue reactions may occur related to cytotoxicity with the nonconforming rod and surrounding tissue.
- FDA root cause
- Under Investigation by firm
- Action
- On June 13, 2022, the firm distributed Medical Device Recall letters to affected customers. Customers were informed that local Stryker Sales Representative or Stryker Branch or Agency has already removed any product still located in customer facilities at the time of the initiation of the removal. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Regulatory Compliance at 201.749.8090.
- Quantity in commerce
- 53 devices (19 US; 34 OUS)
- Distribution
- Domestic distribution to FL GA NE NV NY OH OK SC Foreign distribution to Canada, EU, and Hong Kong.
- Product codes and lots
- UDI-DI: 10888857326804 Lot PCMW
Enforcement reports
One row per recalled product line| Recall number | Class | Status | Voluntary or mandated | Report date | Classified |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Z-1307-2022 | Class II | Ongoing | Voluntary: Firm initiated |
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