CLASS II Device recall · Reported 13 Oct 2021 · FDA Enforcement Report
ARCH Leg Positioning System recalled by Innovative Orthopedic
Innovative Orthopedic Technologies is recalling ARCH Leg Positioning System, distributed nationwide in the US. The recall was initiated on 13 Sep 2021 and the FDA has classified it as Class II.
Check your package
Stop using the device if the notice says to, and contact the manufacturer or your healthcare provider for the correction or replacement.
Recall details
- Recall number
- Z-0072-2022
- FDA event ID
- 88636
- Recalling firm
- Innovative Orthopedic Technologies, Winnie, TX
- Classification
- Class II
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 13 Sep 2021
- FDA classified
- 7 Oct 2021
- Reported
- 13 Oct 2021
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Letter
- Reason category
- Other Reasons
- Device type
- Other Medical Devices
Timeline
| 13 Sep 2021 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 7 Oct 2021 | Classified by FDA | +24 days |
| 13 Oct 2021 | Published in enforcement report | +6 days |
Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.
Reason for recall
Due to the holes not being bored to the specific diameter, the locking pins are unable to engage under a load.
Product as listed by the FDA
ARCH Leg Positioning System
Where it was distributed
U.S. Nationwide distribution in the states of AL, AZ, FL, MI, MN, OK, SD, and TX.
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Questions about this recall
Is ARCH Leg Positioning System recalled?
Yes. Innovative Orthopedic Technologies recalled ARCH Leg Positioning System on 13 Sep 2021. The recall is Class II and its status is Terminated. Recall number Z-0072-2022.
Why was it recalled?
Due to the holes not being bored to the specific diameter, the locking pins are unable to engage under a load.
Which lots are affected?
Model: 6813010 Serial Numbers: 6813010.0066; 6813010.0067; 6813010.0069; 6813010.0070; 6813010.0071; 6813010.0072; 6813010.0073; 6813010.0074; 6813010.0075; 6813010.0076;
Where was it sold?
U.S. Nationwide distribution in the states of AL, AZ, FL, MI, MN, OK, SD, and TX.
What should I do if I have it?
Stop using the device if the notice says to, and contact the manufacturer or your healthcare provider for the correction or replacement.
What does Class II mean?
Class II means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems, or the probability of serious harm is remote.
Read the official FDA notice · Source record retrieved 21 Sep 2026. The FDA describes openFDA data as unvalidated; the official notice takes precedence. This page reports the record and gives no medical advice.
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