HIGH

Synthes Bone Taps Recall 33-Unit Lot Swap Causes Incorrect Threading (2026)

Synthes bone taps recalled nationwide in the United States after a lot swap affected 33 units sold through multiple retailers. The defect is an incorrect thread caused by a lot swap between VOLT Locking Screw Tap 03.424.124 lot 68900P9 and Cortical Screw Tap 03.424.126 lot 68982P8. Healthcare providers should stop using these devices immediately and follow recall instructions from Synthes.

Quick Facts at a Glance

Recall Date
February 25, 2026
Hazard Level
HIGH
Brand
Synthes
Category
Health & Personal Care
Sold At
Multiple Retailers
Geographic Scope
1 states
At-Risk Groups
GENERAL

Hazard Information

A full lot swap between VOLT Locking Screw Tap 03.424.124 lot 68900P9 and Cortical Screw Tap 03.424.126 lot 68982P8, resulting in the bones taps having an incorrect thread.

What You Should Do

Patients and healthcare providers should stop using this device immediately. Follow the recall instructions provided by the manufacturer. Contact Synthes (USA) Products LLC or your healthcare provider for instructions. Notification method: Letter

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Product Details

Model numbers: 03.424.126-US; 03.424.124-US. GTIN: 10886982335951. Lot numbers: 68982P8, 68900P9. Where sold: Nationwide US distribution in AR, AZ, CA, CO, FL, IN, LA, MD, MN, NC, NJ, OH, OK, OR, PA, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI. Sold since unknown. Price: Unknown.

The Hazard

A full lot swap between VOLT Locking Screw Tap 03.424.124 lot 68900P9 and Cortical Screw Tap 03.424.126 lot 68982P8 produced taps with an incorrect thread, which can affect fixation during procedures.

Reported Incidents

No injuries or incidents have been reported.

What to Do

1. Stop using the product. 2. Contact Synthes (USA) Products LLC or your healthcare provider for instructions. 3. Review lot numbers to determine if affected. 4. Follow recall instructions sent by the manufacturer. 5. Do not dispose of devices until instructed.

Contact Information

Phone: Unknown. Website: FDA recall page https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/enforcement/enforce_rpt-Product-Tabs.cfm?recall_number=Z-1703-2026. Hours: Unknown.

Key Facts

  • 33 units recalled
  • Lot 68982P8 and Lot 68900P9
  • GTIN 10886982335951
  • Nationwide distribution in AR, AZ, CA, CO, FL, IN, LA, MD, MN, NC, NJ, OH, OK, OR, PA, TN, TX, UT,VA
  • WI

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Safety Assessment

Risk LevelHIGH
Severity Score
7/ 10
Affected Groups
GENERAL
Injury Types
LACERATIONOTHER

Product Classification

Product Details

Brand
Model Numbers
03.424.126-US
03.424.124-US
68982P8
68900P9
Affected States
ALL
Report Date
April 8, 2026
Recall Status
ACTIVE

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