TriMed recalls 2.3mm Locking Drill Guides with epoxy that may pop off. Affected units have specific lot numbers. Stop using immediately to avoid injury.
The epoxy on Apex manufactured epoxy-coated instruments can pop off.
TriMed is recalling 2.3mm Locking Drill Guides that have epoxy which can pop off. This could cause injury if the epoxy separates during use. Affected units have specific lot numbers.
The epoxy coating on the drill guides can detach during use. This could lead to injury if the loose epoxy causes a reaction or blockage.
Medical professionals using the drill guides for procedures are most at risk. Patients receiving these devices may also be affected if the epoxy pops off.
Check for the model number REF GUIDELCBS-2.3 on the label. Affected units have lot numbers 3168, 3464, 3660, 3963, or 4216.
Discard the drill guide if you have the affected lot numbers.
Lot numbers 3168, 3464, 3660, 3963, and 4216.
No, the epoxy may pop off during use, which could cause injury. Stop using immediately.
Check the label for model number REF GUIDELCBS-2.3 and lot numbers 3168, 3464, 3660, 3963, or 4216.
We’ve drafted a message you can send TriMed to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0356-2020 — TriMed TriMed Hello, I own a TriMed that is covered by recall Z-0356-2020 from TriMed. 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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