# FDA recall Z-0253-2018

> **ConMed Corporation** · Class II · device recall initiated 2017-04-17.

## Product

Nonabsorbable suture anchor system intended to reattach soft tissue to bone in orthopedic surgical procedures may be used in either arthroscopic or open surgical procedures.

## Reason for recall

Manufactured with the incorrect anchor outer body

## Distribution

CA, IN, KS, MD, NY, OH, PA, TN, TX & WI

## Key facts

- **Recall number:** Z-0253-2018
- **Recalling firm:** ConMed Corporation
- **Classification:** Class II
- **Product type:** device
- **Status:** Terminated
- **Initiation date:** 2017-04-17
- **Report date:** 2017-12-20
- **Termination date:** 2021-08-31

- **Voluntary/Mandated:** Voluntary: Firm initiated
- **Location:** Utica, NY, United States

## Primary source

FDA Enforcement Reports: https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/ires/index.cfm?Product=Z-0253-2018

## Citation

> AI Analytics. FDA recall Z-0253-2018. Retrieved 2026-06-02 from https://api.ai-analytics.org/recall/Z-0253-2018. Source: US FDA. Licensed CC0.

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