Class II — Potential Health Hazard

Potential health hazard — use of or exposure to this product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences.

Green Mamba Suture Passer Recalled by Biomet, Inc. Due to There may be a separation and an insufficient...

Date: December 2, 2015
Company: Biomet, Inc.
Status: Terminated
Source: FDA (Device)

What You Should Do

Stop using this product immediately. Do not consume, use, or distribute it.

Return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund. If you have questions, contact Biomet, Inc. directly.

Affected Products

Green Mamba Suture Passer

Quantity: 13

Why Was This Recalled?

There may be a separation and an insufficient weld between the spring and washer. The weld between the spring and washer may fracture, causing the Mamba Suture Passer instruments jaw to not actuate properly. 6 complaints have been received in which 3 have been reported with a delay up to 10 minutes.

Where Was This Sold?

This product was distributed to 20 states: AL, AR, CA, FL, GA, HI, IN, KS, KY, LA, MN, MO, NJ, NY, NC, OH, TX, UT, VA, WI

Affected (20 states)Not affected

About Biomet, Inc.

Biomet, Inc. has 250 total recalls tracked by RecallDetector.

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Data sourced from the FDA (Device). Last updated March 26, 2026. View original report