CLASS II ONGOING Device recall · Reported 6 Jul 2022 · FDA Enforcement Report
Yukon Straight Rod recalled by K2M
K2M is recalling Yukon Straight Rod 4.0, distributed in Florida, Georgia, Nebraska, Nevada, New York, South Carolina. The recall was initiated on 13 Jun 2022 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-1307-2022
- FDA event ID
- 90462
- Recalling firm
- K2M, Leesburg, VA
- Classification
- Class II
- Status
- Ongoing
- Recall initiated
- 13 Jun 2022
- FDA classified
- 30 Jun 2022
- Reported
- 6 Jul 2022
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Letter
- Reason category
- Other Reasons
- Device type
- Spinal Implants
Timeline
| 13 Jun 2022 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 30 Jun 2022 | Classified by FDA | +17 days |
| 6 Jul 2022 | 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
Some of the rods in this lot were observed to have discoloration, later confirmed to be indication of trace amounts of inorganic phosphorous compound. This may produce a mild irritating or inflammatory response; adverse local tissue reactions may occur related to cytotoxicity with the nonconforming rod and surrounding tissue.
Product as listed by the FDA
Yukon Straight Rod 4.0 x120mm; Cat# 7601-540120. Used to provide immobilization and stabilization of spinal segments.
Where it was distributed
Domestic distribution to FL GA NE NV NY OH OK SC Foreign distribution to Canada, EU, and Hong Kong.
Questions about this recall
Why was it recalled?
Some of the rods in this lot were observed to have discoloration, later confirmed to be indication of trace amounts of inorganic phosphorous compound. This may produce a mild irritating or inflammatory response; adverse local tissue reactions may occur related to cytotoxicity with the nonconforming rod and surrounding tissue.
Which lots are affected?
UDI-DI: 10888857326804 Lot PCMW
Where was it sold?
Domestic distribution to FL GA NE NV NY OH OK SC Foreign distribution to Canada, EU, and Hong Kong.
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.
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