Synthes (USA) Products LLC: Device Recall

Recall #Z-0228-2026 · 09/26/2025

Class II: Risk

Recall Details

Recall Number
Z-0228-2026
Classification
Class II
Product Type
Device
Recalling Firm
Synthes (USA) Products LLC
Status
Ongoing
Date Initiated
09/26/2025
Location
West Chester, PA, United States
Voluntary/Mandated
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Product Quantity
120 units

Reason for Recall

Although the etched length on the screw is correct, the length marked on the external packaging is incorrect. Specifically, 42mm screws were packaged and labeled as 46mm, while 46mm screws were packaged and labeled as 42mm.

Product Description

LOW PROF LCKNG SCREW, F/IM NAIL 5.0MM / L, 46MM / XL25/ STER. Product Code: 04.045.346TS. Used in RFN-ADVANCEDTM Retrograde Femoral Nailing (RFNA) System and the Tibial Nail Advanced System.

Distribution Pattern

Worldwide - US Nationwide distribution in the states of AL, AR, AZ, CA, FL, GA, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, MN, MO, MS, NJ, NM, NY, OH, TN, TX and the country of Canada.

Data from FDA openFDA enforcement reports. This site is not affiliated with or endorsed by the FDA. Recall information may be updated by the FDA at any time.