Mako Surgical recalls 2.7 Degree Angled Sag: Ungreased bearings may cause malfunction during total knee surgery. Affected units have specific catalog and lot numbers.
The bearings of the saw attachments were ungreased.
Mako Surgical is recalling a 2.7-degree angled sagittal saw attachment for total knee surgery. The recall is due to ungreased bearings, which could lead to improper function during surgical procedures.
The saw attachment's bearings were ungreased, which could cause the attachment to become stiff or malfunction during surgery. This might lead to improper cutting or damage to the surgical site.
Surgical teams using the Mako Total Knee system with this specific attachment are affected. Surgeons and surgical staff are most at risk during procedures.
Check for the catalog number 212480 and lot number 35040918 on the attachment. The product is only used with Mako Total Knee systems.
Look for catalog number 212480 and lot number 35040918 on the attachment.
The recall states the bearings were ungreased, which could cause malfunction during surgery. The product is not safe to use without addressing the issue.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Mako Surgical Corporation directly for guidance.
Check for catalog number 212480 and lot number 35040918 on the attachment, which is used only with Mako Total Knee systems.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Mako to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1823-2019 — Mako Mako Hello, I own a Mako that is covered by recall Z-1823-2019 from Mako. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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