In2bones CoLink Lapidus Plate XP +2mm Right: Laser Marking Error
In2bones recalls one unit of CoLink Lapidus Plate XP +2mm Right (REF P40 ST1:165) due to incorrect laser marking. This could lead to improper use in orthopedic procedures.
Lower-risk recall
CoLink(TM) Lapidus Plate +2mm Right and Left, were laser marked incorrectly. In these lots, right plates were laser marked as left plates and the left plates were laser marked as right plates.
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What happened, in plain English
In2bones is recalling one specific unit of their CoLink Lapidus Plate XP +2mm Right plate because it was laser marked incorrectly. This error could cause improper use during orthopedic procedures if the plate is used without careful verification. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/70586-in2bones-colink-lapidus-plate-xp-2mm-right-laser-marking-error.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/70586-in2bones-colink-lapidus-plate-xp-2mm-right-laser-marking-error · Updated August 20, 2026 · FDA enforcement record: FDA #Z-2879-2018
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“In2bones CoLink Lapidus Plate XP +2mm Right: Laser Marking Error.” GovInfoNow, updated August 20, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/70586-in2bones-colink-lapidus-plate-xp-2mm-right-laser-marking-error. Based on FDA recall #Z-2879-2018 (https://api.fda.gov/device/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22Z-2879-2018%22&limit=1).
Why it’s dangerous
The laser marking on the plate was swapped between left and right sides. This could lead to using the wrong plate side during surgery, potentially causing improper fixation of fractures or joint issues.
Who’s affected
Orthopedic surgeons and patients using the CoLink Lapidus Plate XP +2mm Right (REF P40 ST165) for hand, wrist, foot, or ankle procedures. Those most at risk are users who might not verify the plate's marking.
How to tell if you have this one
Check for the product name 'CoLink Lapidus Plate XP +2 mm Right', reference number P40 ST165, and lot number 1704073. This specific unit was recalled due to incorrect laser marking.
- Brand
In2bones- Category
Medical device
All 2 products in this recall
FDA lists each product line separately under one recall event. Check your product description, lot or code numbers against each row. Every row shares the hazard and remedy on this page.
- Classification
Class II- Status
Terminated- Distribution
Worldwide Distribution - US Nationwide and the countries of France
| Recall number | Product, codes & lots | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Z-2879-2018 | CoLink(TM) Lapidus Plate XP, +2 mm, Right, REF P40 ST165, QTY 1, In2Bones Product Usage: The In2Bones USA LLC, CoLink¿ Plating System is indicated for stabilization and fixation of fractures, revision procedures, joint fusion, osteotomies and reconstruction of the small bones in the hand, wrist, foot and ankle in both pediatric and adult patients.; Lot Number 1704073 | 47 units |
| Z-2880-2018 | CoLink(TM) Lapidus Plate XP, +2 mm, Left, REF P40 ST265, QTY 1, In2Bones Product Usage: The In2Bones USA LLC, CoLink¿ Plating System is indicated for stabilization and fixation of fractures, revision procedures, joint fusion, osteotomies and reconstruction of the small bones in the hand, wrist, foot and ankle in both pediatric and adult patients.; Lot Number 1704075 | 48 units |
What to do — step by step
Verify Plate Marking
Check if the plate is laser marked as a right plate but labeled as left, or vice versa.
Where it went and when
Where it was distributed
Distributed nationwide, and outside the U.S.
FDA distribution: “Worldwide Distribution - US Nationwide and the countries of France” States read from FDA’s own wording; “not listed” means the notice does not name it.
Distributed nationwide, and outside the U.S.
Recall timeline
FDA terminated this recall 7 months after the firm started it.
- Firm started the recall
- FDA classified it Class II
- Published in FDA’s Enforcement Report
- FDA terminated the recall
Dates from the agency record only; steps without a date are left out.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official FDA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: FDA Recall #Z-2879-2018 (July 16, 2018) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for Z-2879-2018 to see it in context.
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on August 20, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the FDA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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