Class II — Potential Health Hazard

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

Reliance LITe Nerve Hook Bayoneted Recalled by Howmedica Osteonics Corp. Due to Instead of having a spherical diameter, the probe...

Date: November 26, 2018
Company: Howmedica Osteonics Corp.
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 Howmedica Osteonics Corp. directly.

Affected Products

Reliance LITe Nerve Hook Bayoneted, 90, Blunt Tip, REF # 48066103 The blunt probe can be used as a conventional means of achieving nerve retraction. The bend at the proximal tip of the ring the discectomy, as well as during the insertion of an IBD during a conventional TLIF procedure.

Quantity: 39

Why Was This Recalled?

Instead of having a spherical diameter, the probe was observed to have 2 radii and a flat surface. Additionally, upon further investigation, it was observed that some parts exhibited an edge on the intersection between the radius and the diameter of the probe.

Where Was This Sold?

This product was distributed to 1 state: PA

Affected (1 state)Not affected

About Howmedica Osteonics Corp.

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