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2.4 VOLT TAP LOCKING SCREW TAP TO 90MM. Part Number: 03.424.124-US.

FDA Recall Z-1702-2026 · Posted 2026-03-30

Recalling FirmSynthes (USA) Products LLC
Recall StatusOpen, Classified
Product CodeHWX
Date Initiated2026-02-25
Product Quantity77 units

Reason for Recall

A full lot swap between VOLT Locking Screw Tap 03.424.124 lot 68900P9 and Cortical Screw Tap 03.424.126 lot 68982P8, resulting in the bones taps having an incorrect thread.

Firm Action

Depuy Synthes initially notified Sales Consultants and Regional Managers on about 02/25/2026, followed by notification of consignees. Consignees were instructed to examine inventory for affected units, quarantine them immediately, and contact Depuy Synthes sales consultant or customer support services to arrange the return/credits for affected units. Additionally, consignees were requested to complete and return the provided Business Response Form as well as notify all applicable personnel within the facility or any consignees if the affected units were further distributed. Consignees were also requested to post the notification in a visible area for awareness.

Root Cause

Process change control

Distribution Pattern

US Nationwide distribution in the states of AR, AZ, CA, CO, FL, IN, LA, MD, MN, NC, NJ, OH, OK, OR, PA, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI.

Official Source

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

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