Open, Classified

Alpha Interlock Suspension System Lanyard Body: An external prosthetic device. The Alpha Lanyard includes suction with a one-way air expulsion valve plus a locking mechanism. Product design features an easy release mechanism. Available with or without a titanium pyramid. The lanyard is part of the Alpha Interlock" Suspension System. This system allows you to interchange suspension methods without remaking a socket Model, 3 part numbers - 700-AIS100, Alpha Interlock Suspension System with Alpha Lanyard - 700-AIS101, Alpha Interlock Suspension System with Alpha Lanyard w/Titanium Pyramid - 700-AIS107, Alpha Interlock Suspension System Lanyard Body ONLY

FDA Recall Z-1594-2021 · Posted None

Recall StatusOpen, Classified

Product CodeIPM

Date Initiated2021-04-20

Product Quantity815 parts

Reason for Recall

the firm discovered that, starting on April 1, 2020, a 3/8 dowel pin was used in place of the 5/8 pin. Over time, the shorter pin may not engage in either the upper or lower body, causing the cord to come loose or slip which could result in the loss of suspension.

Firm Action

On 04/20/2021, Willow Wood issued an Urgent Medical Device Removal notice to customer via letter notifying them it was discovered that, starting on April 1, 2020, a 3/8 dowel pin was used in place of the 5/8 pin. Over time, the shorter pin may not engage in either the upper or lower body, causing the cord to come loose or slip which could result in the loss of suspension.

Root Cause

Process change control

Distribution Pattern

Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide distribution in the states of AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, FL, GA, IL, KS, KY, LA, MA, ME, MN, MO, MS, NJ, NM, NY, OH, OK, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, VA, WA and the countries of Germany, Netherlands

Official Source

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Source: FDA Enforcement Report / Recall database. Always confirm against the official FDA record.