Aequalis Ascend Flex Shoulder System Reversed Platform (Reversed Tray component) Rx Only Sterile Manufacturer Tornier SAS - Saint Martin, France. Shoulder prosthesis component.
FDA Recall Z-2025-2021 · Posted None
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Recalling FirmTornier, Inc
Recall StatusTerminated
Product CodeKWS
Date Initiated2021-05-28
Date Terminated2023-04-14
Product Quantity20
Reason for Recall
Two lots have been swapped thus have the incorrect product in the package. The component may be of a different thickness.
Firm Action
Consignees were sent a Tornier "Urgent-Field Safety Notice - Medical Device Recall" letter dated May 28, 2021. The letter was addressed to Healthcare professionals and distributors. The letter described the problem and product involved. Advised consignees to immediately discontinue use of the affected product and to return any unused affected product to their facility. Advised their distributors to notify all accounts. They also attached a questionnaire needed for inventory status.Immediately quarantine all recalled products they have and return all affected product to Tornier SAS as soon as possible. If they have further distributed the affected product, we are asking them to notify the applicable parties at once about this recall. They may copy and distribute the notification letter and Tornier SAS will work directly with them to collect the recalled items.
If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact the undersigned or contact Customer Service +1 888 494 7950.
Root Cause
Employee error
Distribution Pattern
IL and TX Belgium, France and United Kingdom
Related FDA 510(k) Records
Devices referenced by this recall via K-numbers.
Official Source
View FDA Recall →Source: FDA Enforcement Report / Recall database. Always confirm against the official FDA record.
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