CLASS II Device recall · Reported 5 Feb 2014 · FDA Enforcement Report
Symmetry and Codman brands, Quad-lock Sterilization Container recalled
Symmetry Medical/SSI is recalling Symmetry and Codman brands, Quad-lock Sterilization Container, distributed nationwide in the US. The recall was initiated on 5 Dec 2013 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-0833-2014
- FDA event ID
- 67171
- Recalling firm
- Symmetry Medical/SSI, Antioch, TN
- Classification
- Class II
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 5 Dec 2013
- FDA classified
- 27 Jan 2014
- Reported
- 5 Feb 2014
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Letter
- Reason category
- Sterility
- Device type
- Surgical Instruments
Timeline
| 5 Dec 2013 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 27 Jan 2014 | Classified by FDA | +53 days |
| 5 Feb 2014 | Published in enforcement report | +9 days |
Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.
Reason for recall
The Quad-Lock Sterilization Container System may not maintain an effective sterile barrier.
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
Symmetry and CODMAN brands, QUAD-LOCK Sterilization Container. Sterilization container systems manufactured and distributed under the following names: Small Symmetry and CODMAN brands, QUAD-LOCK Sterilization Container Small Perforated Bottom, REF 50-8731, 270mm x 270mm x 100mm, QTY: 1, Symmetry Surgical, Inc., Symmetry and CODMAN brands, QUAD-LOCK Sterilization Container Small Perforated Bottom, REF 50-8732, 270mm x 270mm x 135mm, QTY: 1, Symmetry Surgical, Inc., Symmetry and CODMAN brands, QUAD-LOCK Sterilization Container Small Perforated Bottom, REF 50-8733, 270mm x 270mm x 150mm, QTY: 1, Symmetry Surgical, Inc., Symmetry and CODMAN brands, QUAD-LOCK Sterilization Container Small Perforated Bottom, REF 50-8734, 270mm x 270mm x 200mm, QTY: 1, Symmetry Surgical, Inc., Symmetry and CODMAN brands, QUAD-LOCK Sterilization Container Small Perforated Bottom, REF 50-8735, 270mm x 270mm x 260mm, QTY: 1, Symmetry Surgical, Inc., Symmetry and CODMAN brands, QUAD-LOCK Sterilization Container Small Non-Perforated Bottom, REF 50-8744, 270mm x 270mm x 100mm, QTY: 1, Symmetry Surgical, Inc., Symmetry and CODMAN brands, QUAD-LOCK Sterilization Container Small Non-Perforated Bottom, REF 50-8745, 270mm x 270mm x 135mm, QTY: 1, Symmetry Surgical, Inc., Symmetry and CODMAN brands, QUAD-LOCK Sterilization Container Small Non-Perforated Bottom, REF 50-8746, 270mm x 270mm x 150mm, QTY: 1, Symmetry Surgical, Inc., Symmetry and CODMAN brands, QUAD-LOCK Sterilization Container Small Non-Perforated Bottom, REF 50-8747, 270mm x 270mm x 200mm, QTY: 1, Symmetry Surgical, Inc., Symmetry and CODMAN brands, QUAD-LOCK Sterilization Container Small Non-Perforated Bottom, REF 50-8748, 270mm x 270mm x 260mm, QTY: 1, Symmetry Surgical, Inc., Symmetry and CODMAN brands, QUAD-LOCK Sterilization Container Lid Grey Small 4 Latch, REF 50-8950, 280mm x 276mm, QTY: 1, Symmetry Surgical, Inc., Symmetry and CODMAN brands, QUAD-LOCK Sterilization Container Lid Yellow Small 4 Latch, REF 50-8951, 280mm x 276mm, QTY: 1, Symmetry Surgical, Inc., Symmetry and CODMAN brands, QUAD-LOCK Sterilization Container Lid Green Small 4 Latch, REF 50-8952, 280mm x 276mm, QTY: 1, Symmetry Surgical, Inc., Symmetry and CODMAN brands, QUAD-LOCK Sterilization Container Lid Blue Small 4 Latch, REF 50-8953, 280mm x 276mm, QTY: 1, Symmetry Surgical, Inc., Symmetry and CODMAN brands, QUAD-LOCK Sterilization Container Lid Red Small 4 Latch, REF 50-8954, 280mm x 276mm, QTY: 1, Symmetry Surgical, Inc., Symmetry and CODMAN brands, QUAD-LOCK Sterilization Container Lid Black Small 4 Latch, REF 50-8955, 280mm x 276mm, QTY: 1, Symmetry Surgical, Inc., Medium Symmetry and CODMAN brands, QUAD-LOCK Sterilization Container Medium Perforated Bottom, REF 50-8736, 440mm x 270mm x 100mm, QTY: 1, Symmetry Surgical, Inc., Symmetry and CODMAN brands, QUAD-LOCK Sterilization Container Medium Perforated Bottom, REF 50-8737, 440mm x 270mm x 135mm, QTY: 1, Symmetry Surgical, Inc., Symmetry and CODMAN brands, QUAD-LOCK Sterilization Container Medium Perforated Bottom, REF 50-8738, 440mm x 270mm x 150mm, QTY: 1, Symmetry Surgical, Inc., Symmetry and CODMAN brands, QUAD-LOCK Sterilization Container Medium Non-Perforated Bottom, REF 50-8749, 440mm x 270mm x 100mm, QTY: 1, Symmetry Surgical, Inc., Symmetry and CODMAN brands, QUAD-LOCK Sterilization Container Medium Non-Perforated Bottom, REF 50-8750, 440mm x 270mm x 135mm, QTY: 1, Symmetry Surgical, Inc., Symmetry and CODMAN brands, QUAD-LOCK Sterilization Container Medium Non-Perforated Bottom, REF 50-8751, 440mm x 270mm x 150mm, QTY: 1, Symmetry Surgical, Inc., Symmetry and CODMAN brands, QUAD-LOCK Sterilization Container Lid Grey Medium 4 Latch, REF 50-8956, 445mm x 279mm, QTY: 1, Symmetry Surgical, Inc., Symmetry and CODMAN brands, QUAD-LOCK Sterilization Container Lid Yellow Medium 4 Latch, REF 50-8957, 445mm x 279mm, QTY: 1,
Where it was distributed
Worldwide Distribution - US (Nationwide) and PR; and Internationally to: Italy, Australia, Saudi Arabia, UK, China, Canada, Germany, New Zealand, Colombia, Korea, and Chile.
Questions about this recall
Is Symmetry and Codman brands, Quad-lock Sterilization Container recalled?
Yes. Symmetry Medical/SSI recalled Symmetry and Codman brands, Quad-lock Sterilization Container on 5 Dec 2013. The recall is Class II and its status is Terminated. Recall number Z-0833-2014.
Why was it recalled?
The Quad-Lock Sterilization Container System may not maintain an effective sterile barrier.
Which lots are affected?
all lots
Where was it sold?
Worldwide Distribution - US (Nationwide) and PR; and Internationally to: Italy, Australia, Saudi Arabia, UK, China, Canada, Germany, New Zealand, Colombia, Korea, and Chile.
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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