CLASS II Device recall · Reported 14 Mar 2018 · FDA Enforcement Report
Concorde Lift Driver Shaft AO recalled by DePuy Orthopaedics
DePuy Orthopaedics is recalling Concorde Lift Driver Shaft AO. Used with supplemental internal spinal fixation systems, distributed nationwide in the US. The recall was initiated on 26 Jul 2017 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-0848-2018
- FDA event ID
- 79072
- Recalling firm
- DePuy Orthopaedics, Raynham, MA
- Classification
- Class II
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 26 Jul 2017
- FDA classified
- 2 Mar 2018
- Reported
- 14 Mar 2018
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Letter
- Reason category
- Device Malfunction
- Device type
- Spinal Implants
Timeline
| 26 Jul 2017 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 2 Mar 2018 | Classified by FDA | +219 days |
| 14 Mar 2018 | Published in enforcement report | +12 days |
Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.
Reason for recall
Potential for Intra-operative breakage of driver tips
Device recalls are issued when a component, software or design fault could cause the device to fail or give wrong readings. Many are corrections applied in the field rather than physical returns.
Product as listed by the FDA
Concorde Lift Driver Shaft AO. Used with supplemental internal spinal fixation systems that have been cleared for use in the lumbar spine.
Where it was distributed
Nationwide Distribution
Questions about this recall
Why was it recalled?
Potential for Intra-operative breakage of driver tips
Which lots are affected?
Product code: 287804101G Lot number: 052316-A R, 121416-A R
Where was it sold?
Nationwide Distribution
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 26 Sep 2026. The FDA describes openFDA data as unvalidated; the official notice takes precedence. This page reports the record and gives no medical advice.
Other products in this recall event
1 other product · FDA event 79072This product is part of a recall event; the main page for the event is Concorde Lift Torque Limiting Handle recalled by DePuy Orthopaedics.
| Reported | Class | Recall | Company | Reason | Where |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLASS II | Concorde Lift Torque Limiting Handle recalled by DePuy Orthopaedics | DePuy Orthopaedics | Device Malfunction | Nationwide |
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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