Zimmer Inc. Abbott Spine Thoracolumbar Common, SpdLnk 5.5 Trans Cntr Med 43-51 mm, non-sterile, Manufactured by Abbott Spine, Inc., Austin, TX; Ref. 1302-55M. Note: This lot was not distributed in the United States. The component is used in the stabilization of constructs in the BacFix and InCompass spinal fixation systems. It is used within a temporary construct that assists normal healing and is not intended to replace normal body structures. Recall
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Product
Abbott Spine Thoracolumbar Common, SpdLnk 5.5 Trans Cntr Med 43-51 mm, non-sterile, Manufactured by Abbott Spine, Inc., Austin, TX; Ref. 1302-55M. Note: This lot was not distributed in the United States. The component is used in the stabilization of constructs in the BacFix and InCompass spinal fixation systems. It is used within a temporary construct that assists normal healing and is not intended to replace normal body structures.
Brand
Zimmer Inc.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Lot 55QJ.
Products Sold
Lot 55QJ.
Zimmer Inc. is recalling Abbott Spine Thoracolumbar Common, SpdLnk 5.5 Trans Cntr Med 43-51 mm, non-sterile, Manufactured by due to The titanium stock used to manufacturer the product is reported to exhibit areas of alloy segregation, which could result in a weakening of the streng. Based on FDA medical device recall database.
Summary derived from FDA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by FDA
The titanium stock used to manufacturer the product is reported to exhibit areas of alloy segregation, which could result in a weakening of the strength of the metal.
Recommended Action
Per FDA guidance
Consignees were notified by letter dated September 21, 2009 and instructed to return the affected product to Zimmer, Inc.
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For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) directly.
View official FDA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026