Class II — Potential Health Hazard

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

16mm Chisel Blade Recalled by Synthes (USA) Products LLC Due to It was discovered that a 10mm Chisel Blade...

Date: June 24, 2015
Company: Synthes (USA) Products LLC
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 Synthes (USA) Products LLC directly.

Affected Products

16mm Chisel Blade; used in the LCP Anterior Ankle Arthodesis Plate System and the Hip Preservation Surgery Set. Orthopedic manual surgical instrument.

Quantity: 100

Why Was This Recalled?

It was discovered that a 10mm Chisel Blade was etched as a 16mm Chisel Blade.

Where Was This Sold?

This product was distributed to 17 states: CA, FL, ID, IN, KS, MD, MI, MO, NV, NJ, NC, OH, TN, UT, VA, WA, WI

Affected (17 states)Not affected

About Synthes (USA) Products LLC

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