Events

Recall of Device Recall iQ Intelligent Device

According to U.S. Food and Drug Administration, this recall involved a device in United States that was produced by Biomet Microfixation, Inc..

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A correction or removal action taken by a manufacturer to address a problem with a medical device. Recalls occur when a medical device is defective, when it could be a risk to health, or when it is both defective and a risk to health.

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  • Type of Event
    Recall
  • Event ID
    60421
  • Event Risk Class
    Class 2
  • Event Number
    Z-0447-2012
  • Event Initiated Date
    2011-07-08
  • Event Date Posted
    2012-01-11
  • Event Status
    Terminated
  • Event Country
    United States
  • Event Terminated Date
    2012-03-09
  • Event Source
    USFDA
  • Event Source URL
    https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfres/res.cfm?id=105380
  • Notes / Alerts
    U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
    The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
    The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
  • Extra notes in the data
    Motor, surgical instrument, ac-powered - Product Code HBF
  • Reason
    Biomet microfixation, inc., jacksonville, fl, recalled their iq intelligent device, 72-1000 due to failure of the front bit sensor to detect the correct bit that is installed. when a screw is inserted with the device in drill mode, it is possible for the screw or bone to strip.
  • Action
    Biomet Microfixation called, emailed, or sent an Urgent Medical Device Recall letter dated July 8, 2011, to all affected customers. The letter identified the product, the problem, and the action to be taken by the customer. Customers were instructed to remove the remaining device(s) at their facility and return immediately to PIVOT for the required software upgrade. Customers were also instructed to return the attached reconciliation form to: PIVOT International 10916 Strang Line Road Lenexa, KS 66215 Attn: Julie Lawrence For any questions regarding this recall call 1-800-874-7711 or 904-741-4400, ext 9468.

Device

Device Recall iQ Intelligent Device
  • Model / Serial
    Model #- 72-1000 Serial #'s: 000007, 000009, 000010, 000011, 000012, 000013, 000017, 0G0014, 0G0018, 0G0019, 0K0001, 0K0003, 0K0006, 0K0007, 0K0008, 0K0009, 0K0011, 0K0012, 0K0013, 0K0014, 0K0015, 0K0016, 0K0017, 0K0019, 0K0020, 0K0021, 0K0022, 0L0001, 0L0002, 0L0003, 0L0004, 0L0005, 0L0006, 0L0007, 0L0008, 0L0009, 0L0010, 0L0011, 0L0014, 0L0015, 0L0016, 0L0017, 0L0018, 0L0019, 0L0020, 0L0022, 0L0023, 0L0024, 0L0026, 0L0028, 0L0029, 0L0030, 0L0031, 0L0032, 0L0033, 0L0034, 0L0035, 0L0037, 0L0038, 0L0039, 0L0041, 0L0042, 0L0044, 0L0045, 0L0046, 1A0004, 1A0005, 1A0012, 1A0014, 1A0016, 1A0019, 1A0020, 1A0021, 1A0022, 1A0024, 1A0026, 1A0028, 1A0031, 1A0033, 1A0034, 1A0036, 1A0037, 1A0041, 1A0042, 1A0043, 1A0044, 1A0046, 1A0047, 1A0048, 1A0051, 1A0052, 1A0053, 1A0055, 1A0056, 1A0057, 1A0059,1A0062, 1A0064, 1A0067, 1A0069, 1A0070, 1A0072, 1A0073, 1A0079, 1A0081, 1A0084, 1A0085, 1A0086, 1A0088, 1A0089, 1A0090, 1A0091, 1A0093, 1A0095, 1A0096, 1A0097, 1A0098, 1A0099, 1A0100, 1A0101, 1A0102, 1A0103, 1A0105, 1A0106, 1A0107, 1A0108, 1A0113, 1A0117, 1A0118, 1A0119, 1A0120, 1A0123, 1A0125, 1A0126, 1A0127, 1A0128, 1A0129, 1A0130, 1A0131, 1A0133, 1A0134, 1A0135, 1A0136, 1A0137, 1A0138, 1A0142, 1A0144, 1A0145, 1A0148, 1A0149, 1A0152, 1A0153, 1A0156, 1A0158, 1A0171, 1A0174, 1A0176, 1A0198, 1B0010, 1C0004, 1C0014, 1C0023, 1C0025, CK 0030, cK0011, CK0024, CK0025, CK0026, CK0027, CK0028, CK0029, CK0032, CK0033
  • Product Classification
    Neurological Devices
  • Device Class
    2
  • Implanted device?
    No
  • Distribution
    Worldwide Distribution - USA AZ, CA, CO, DC, FL, GA, HI, ID, IL, IN, KS, LA, NC, NH, NY, OK, OR, PA, TN, TX, and WI and the countries of Argentina, Brazil, France, Italy, Japan, South Africa, and Thailand.
  • Product Description
    Box labeled in part, "REF: 72-1000***IQ SYSTEM IQ INTELLIGENT DRIVER 16.51CM (6.5")(L) RABALON, STAINLESS STEEL, GOLD PLATED***NON-STERILE PRODUCT*** MADE IN THE PHILIPPINES*** BIOMET MICROFIXATION 1520 TRADEPORT DRIVE JACKSONVILLE, FL 32218 USA www.biometmicrofixation.com***" || The Biomet Microfixation IQ Intelligent Driver is a handheld cordless device designed for three functions: drill pilot holes, high-speed insertion of 1.5x4mm titanium screws, and high-speed insertion of 1.5x4mm and 1.5x5mm Lactosorb fixation screws provided by Biomet Microfixation. The IQ Intelligent Driver is indicated to aid in the implantation of screws (Drilling holes and inserting screws).
  • Manufacturer
    Biomet Microfixation, Inc.

Manufacturer

Biomet Microfixation, Inc.
  • Manufacturer Address
    Biomet Microfixation, Inc., 1520 Tradeport Dr, Jacksonville FL 32218-2480
  • Manufacturer Parent Company (2017)
    Zimmer Biomet Holdings
  • Manufacturer comment
    “The safety of patients has always been, and continues to be, Zimmer Biomet’s top priority and it is our honor to be a leader in this industry for the past 90 years,” Zimmer Biomet told ICIJ in a statement. “We adhere to strict regulatory standards, and work closely with the FDA and all applicable regulatory agencies in each of our regions as part of our commitment to operating a first-rate quality management system across our global manufacturing network. The company added that it is focused on staying at the forefront of innovation and doing right by the millions of patients who rely on the company’s products.
  • Source
    USFDA