CLASS II Device recall · Reported 22 Feb 2017 · FDA Enforcement Report

6-hole Pubic Symphysis plate (PN 70-0451) recalled by Acumed

Acumed is recalling 6-hole Pubic Symphysis plate (PN 70-0451). The recall was initiated on 19 Jan 2017 and the FDA has classified it as Class II.

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Lot, batch or date codesLot number: 383813
Quantity recalled15 units

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-1199-2017
FDA event ID
76332
Recalling firm
Acumed, Hillsboro, OR
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Recall initiated
19 Jan 2017
FDA classified
14 Feb 2017
Reported
22 Feb 2017
Type
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Customers notified by
Letter
Reason category
Sterility

Timeline

19 Jan 2017Recall initiated by company
14 Feb 2017Classified by FDA+26 days
22 Feb 2017Published in enforcement report+8 days

Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.

Reason for recall

The 6-hole Pubic Symphysis plate (PN 70-0451) is specified to be made of Commercially Pure Titanium (ASTM F67 - CP Grade 4). However, batch 383813 was manufactured out of Titanium Alloy (Ti-6Al- 4V ELI per ASTM F135  Ti alloy) and was distributed.

A sterility recall means a product that must be sterile, such as an injection or eye drop, may be contaminated. Using a non-sterile product can cause serious infection.

Product as listed by the FDA

6-hole Pubic Symphysis plate (PN 70-0451). The pelvic bone plates for the pelvic ring are a series of plates with varying lengths that function as internal fixation devices for fractures, fusions and osteotomies of the pelvic ring. The plates are strategically pre-contoured where beneficial to the application, and they are secured to the bone with 3.5mm non-locking screws. The Acumed pelvic ring plate is the Pubic Symphysis Plate. The Acumed Pelvic Plating System is intended for use by surgeons with orthopedic training and knowledge of the indications and techniques required for fixation. The device is to be implanted by the surgeon in a sterile operating room setting.

Where it was distributed

Worldwide Distribution - Costa Rica, Malaysia, Mexico, South Africa, and Spain

Questions about this recall

Is 6-hole Pubic Symphysis plate (PN 70-0451) recalled?

Yes. Acumed recalled 6-hole Pubic Symphysis plate (PN 70-0451) on 19 Jan 2017. The recall is Class II and its status is Terminated. Recall number Z-1199-2017.

Why was it recalled?

The 6-hole Pubic Symphysis plate (PN 70-0451) is specified to be made of Commercially Pure Titanium (ASTM F67 - CP Grade 4). However, batch 383813 was manufactured out of Titanium Alloy (Ti-6Al- 4V ELI per ASTM F135  Ti alloy) and was distributed.

Which lots are affected?

Lot number: 383813

Where was it sold?

Worldwide Distribution - Costa Rica, Malaysia, Mexico, South Africa, and Spain

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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