# FDA recall Z-2897-2018

> **Richard Wolf GmbH** · Class II · device recall initiated 2017-07-24.

## Product

Artholine Punch B 4, 6MM H 1, 6MM,  used for the removal of soft tissue, cartilage tissue or other non-osseous tissue via natural or surgically created passages.    Product Usage:  Device is a standard punch; standard punches are used for the removal of soft tissue, cartilage tissue or other non-osseous tissue via natural or surgically created passages.

## Reason for recall

Punch may have a burr in one section of the joint and when the punch is open, there is an increase potential for injury.

## Distribution

Worldwide distribution to Germany, Hong Kong, Ireland, Romania, and Turkey.

## Key facts

- **Recall number:** Z-2897-2018
- **Recalling firm:** Richard Wolf GmbH
- **Classification:** Class II
- **Product type:** device
- **Status:** Ongoing
- **Initiation date:** 2017-07-24
- **Report date:** 2018-08-29

- **Voluntary/Mandated:** Voluntary: Firm initiated
- **Location:** Knittlingen, Germany

## Primary source

FDA Enforcement Reports: https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/ires/index.cfm?Product=Z-2897-2018

## Citation

> AI Analytics. FDA recall Z-2897-2018. Retrieved 2026-06-02 from https://api.ai-analytics.org/recall/Z-2897-2018. Source: US FDA. Licensed CC0.

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