Class II — Potential Health Hazard

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

Mamba Disposable Nitinol Needle. The Biomet Sports Medicine Mamba instruments Recalled by Biomet, Inc. Due to An investigation identified that high level friction may...

Date: September 26, 2014
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

Mamba Disposable Nitinol Needle. The Biomet Sports Medicine Mamba instruments are utilized to aid in passing suture through soft tissue. The Mamba Needle is designed for use with the Mamba Suture Passer. The needles are sterile, disposable, and for single-patient use only.

Quantity: 164 units

Why Was This Recalled?

An investigation identified that high level friction may exist between the needle and Mamba suture passer instrument, causing the needle to break during use.

Where Was This Sold?

This product was distributed nationwide across all 50 states.

Affected (51 states)Not affected

About Biomet, Inc.

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