Smith & Nephew recalls a specific lot of TRIGEN INTERTAN 10S nails due to a screw being inserted upside down, which could cause improper installation.
A single lot of INTERTAN 10S 10 MM X 18 CM 130 D was manufactured with the screw inserted upside down.
Smith & Nephew is recalling a specific lot of TRIGEN INTERTAN 10S nails because a single lot was manufactured with the screw inserted upside down. This could lead to improper installation and potential safety issues.
The screw in this specific lot was inserted upside down during manufacturing. This could lead to improper installation of the nail, but it does not cause immediate injury or serious harm under normal use conditions.
People who own or use the specific lot number 16LM07111 of Smith & Nephew TRIGEN INTERTAN 10S nails (10 mm x 18 cm, 130 degrees, set screw preassembled) are affected. The risk is low as the hazard is limited to a single lot and does not cause immediate injury.
Check if your nail has the lot number 16LM07111. The product is a Smith & Nephew TRIGEN INTERTAN 10S nail with dimensions 10 mm x 18 cm and a 130-degree set screw.
Look for the lot number 16LM07111 on the nail packaging or label.
No, this recall only affects the specific lot number 16LM07111.
The recall record does not specify any action steps for the affected lot.
The recall states the screw was inserted upside down, but it does not indicate a risk of injury under normal use.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Smith & Nephew to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0097-2018 — Smith & Nephew Smith & Nephew Hello, I own a Smith & Nephew that is covered by recall Z-0097-2018 from Smith & Nephew. 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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