Nail, Fixation, Bone
Orthopedic · 21 CFR 888.3030
Recent MDR events
7,230 adverse event reports on file
- INSERTION HANDLE/ RADIOLUCENT MEDIUMJul 30, 2026MalfunctionSynthes Gmbh8030965-2026-07861
- AIMING ARM/ RADIOLUCENTJul 30, 2026MalfunctionSynthes Gmbh8030965-2026-07860
- UNK - Constructs: UTN ProtectJul 27, 2026InjurySynthes Gmbh8030965-2026-07592
- UNK - Nails: Tibial Antibiotic CoatedJul 27, 2026InjurySynthes Gmbh8030965-2026-07593
- UNK - Constructs: UTN ProtectJul 27, 2026InjurySynthes Gmbh8030965-2026-07595
- UNK - Nails: Expert TibialJul 27, 2026InjurySynthes Gmbh8030965-2026-07637
- UNK - ELASTIC NAILS: TITANIUMJul 21, 2026InjurySynthes Gmbh8030965-2026-07430
- UNK - ELASTIC NAILS: TITANIUMJul 21, 2026InjurySynthes Gmbh8030965-2026-07454
- AIMING ARM/ RADIOLUCENTJul 21, 2026MalfunctionSynthes Gmbh8030965-2026-07463
- TIBIAL NAIL-ADVANCED / 10MM 300MM / STERILEJul 21, 2026MalfunctionSynthes Gmbh8030965-2026-07466
Event type breakdown
Recalls
21 recall events for this product code
- Synthes (USA) Products LLCOpen, ClassifiedOct 21, 2025
LOW PROF LCKNG SCREW, F/IM NAIL 5.0MM / L, 46MM / XL25/ STER. Product Code: 04.045.346TS.
Although the etched length on the screw is correct, the length marked on the external packaging is incorrect. Specifically, 42mm screws were packaged and labeled as 46mm, while 46mm screws were packaged and labeled as 42mm.
Z-0228-2026 · View FDA record ↗ - Synthes (USA) Products LLCOpen, ClassifiedOct 21, 2025
LOW PROF LCKNG SCREW, F/IM NAIL 5.0MM / L, 42MM / XL25/ STER. Product Code: 04.045.342TS.
Although the etched length on the screw is correct, the length marked on the external packaging is incorrect. Specifically, 42mm screws were packaged and labeled as 46mm, while 46mm screws were packaged and labeled as 42mm.
Z-0229-2026 · View FDA record ↗ - Zimmer Biomet, Inc.TerminatedMar 27, 2017
various polyethylene implants
Endotoxin levels higher than process maximum limits were discovered in the identified polyethylene components.
Z-1858-2017 · View FDA record ↗ - Synthes, Inc.TerminatedJul 8, 2015
TITANIUM END CAP WITH T40 STARDRIVE RECESS, 0MM EXTENSION FOR TITANIUM TIBIAL NAILS-EX; Synthes Tibial Nail System EX is intended to stabilize fractures of the
A specific part and lot number was packaged and shipped prior to the completion of a required internal inspection.
Z-2051-2015 · View FDA record ↗ - Smith & Nephew, Inc.TerminatedAug 17, 2014
TRIGEN(R) INTERTAN(TM) 10MM X 18 CM NAIL, 125o, REF 71675201, QTY (1), STERILE R, Smith & Nephew, Memphis, Inc., TN 38116
There was an error in manufacturing which resulted in the proximal lag screw hole being positioned incorrectly in several batches of TRIGEN(R); INTERTAN(TM); NAILS.
Z-2258-2014 · View FDA record ↗ - Smith & Nephew IncTerminatedMay 20, 2014
TRIGEN INTERTAN NAIL:
A manufacturing error resulted in the set screw being inserted too deep in the affected nails.
Z-1636-2014 · View FDA record ↗ - Smith & Nephew IncTerminatedMay 20, 2014
TRIGEN INTERTAN 1.5 NAIL:
A manufacturing error resulted in the set screw being inserted too deep in the affected nails.
Z-1637-2014 · View FDA record ↗ - Synthes USA HQ, Inc.TerminatedNov 27, 2013
Synthes Titanium Cannulated Humeral Nail
The packaging incorrectly depicts the Synthes Titanium Cannulated Humeral Nail as a 3 distal hole nail instead of a 2 distal locking hole nail.
Z-0407-2014 · View FDA record ↗ - Synthes (USA) Products LLCTerminatedNov 26, 2013
Synthes 14.5 mm Outer Protection Sleeve for Suprapatellar
Complaints were received reporting that a product packaged as a 14.5 mm Outer Protection Sleeve for Suprapatellar contained a 12.0 mm Outer Protection Sleeve for Suprapatellar.
Z-0404-2014 · View FDA record ↗ - Smith & Nephew IncTerminatedMar 13, 2013
INTERNAL HEX RECON SCREW, TI-6AL-4V, REF 7162380, TRIGEN (R) INTERNAL HEX CAPTURED RECON SCREW, QTY: (1), 6.4 MM, 80 MM, TITANIUM, Smith & Nephew, Inc. Orthoped
75 mm screws were packaged and labeled using an 80 mm screw outer box and label, while 80 mm screws were packaged and labeled using a 75 mm screw outer box and label.
Z-0943-2013 · View FDA record ↗
Registered firms
315 firms currently registered for this product code
Smith & Nephew, Inc.
Memphis, TN, US
Orthofix Us Llc
Lewisville, TX, US
Arch Medical Solutions - Memphis
BARTLETT, TN, US
Exel Inc. Dba Dhl Supply Chain (usa)
Mooresville, IN, US
Lx Precision Shanghai Co Ltd
Shanghai, CN
Jabil Inc. (elmira)
Horseheads, NY, US
Instru-med Technologies
Warsaw, IN, US
Straits Orthopaedics (mfg) Sdn Bhd
Bandar Cassia Pulau Pinang, MY
Onyx Medical Llc
MEMPHIS, TN, US
Synthes (usa) Products Llc
West Chester, PA, US
C & J Industries, Inc.
MEADVILLE, PA, US
Smith & Nephew, Inc.
MEMPHIS, TN, US
Jabil Inc. (brandywine)
W Chester, PA, US
Sterigenics Us, Llc
Lewis Center, OH, US
Sterigenics Us Llc
West Memphis, AR, US
Sterigenics U.s., Llc
Corona, CA, US
Zimmer Biomet Taiwan Co., Ltd.
Taipei, TW
Straits Orthopaedics (mfg) Sdn Bhd
Simpang Ampat Pulau Pinang, MY
Orthonovis, Inc.
Palm Coast, FL, US
Steripack Medical Poland Sp. Z O.o.
Jelcz-Laskowice Dolnoslaskie, PL
Globus Medical, Inc.
AUDUBON, PA, US
Bbf Sterilisationsservice Gmbh
Kernen Baden-Wurttemberg, DE
510(k) clearances
53 clearances for this product code
- Smith & Nephew, Inc.Jun 12, 2025
K243608 · TRIGEN Stable Lock Nut & Washer
- Smith & Nephew, Inc.Sep 20, 2024
K240061 · TRIGEN MAX Tibial Nail System; INTERTAN MAX Hip Fracture Nail System
- Smith & Nephew, Inc.Aug 22, 2024
K241804 · TRIGEN INTERTAN 10S Nail System
- Narang Medical , Ltd.Feb 20, 2024
K233150 · NET BRAND Osteosynthesis Nailing System
- Smith & Nephew, Inc.Jun 14, 2023
K230761 · TRIGEN META-NAIL Nail System
- Synthes (USA) Products, LLCSep 3, 2020
K201336 · DePuy Synthes Tibial Nail Advanced, Depuy Synthes Locking Screws Medullary Nails, 4.0 and 5.0mm
- Auxein Medical Private LimitedJun 10, 2020
K192003 · Auxein Nailing System
- Biomet, Inc.Feb 20, 2020
K193533 · WIN Flexible Nail System