Class II — Potential Health Hazard

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

Synthes Large External Fixation Recalled by Synthes USA HQ, Inc. Due to It was discovered internally that there was a...

Date: October 12, 2012
Company: Synthes USA HQ, Inc.
Status: Ongoing
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 Synthes USA HQ, Inc. directly.

Affected Products

Synthes Large External Fixation, MR Conditional, Tube to Tube Clamp, Part Number 390.007, Lot Number 6800599 Synthes Large External Fixation is intended for use to provide treatment for long bone and pelvic fractures that require external fixation.

Quantity: 8

Why Was This Recalled?

It was discovered internally that there was a discrepancy between the insert provided with the Tube to Tube Clamp and what was called for in the Bill of Materials. Following a detailed investigation, it was determined that the incorrect insert was used which indicates that the device is MR Safe, when it is actually MR Conditional.

Where Was This Sold?

This product was distributed to 4 states: CA, MN, NC, TN

Affected (4 states)Not affected

About Synthes USA HQ, Inc.

Synthes USA HQ, Inc. has 56 total recalls tracked by RecallDetector.

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