ATLANTIS (R) Self-Tapping Variable Angle Screw, Rx only… recallZ-2878-2011 · Medtronic Sofamor Danek USA Inc · initiated Jun 28, 2011
Terminated All recalls posted in July 2011
Is my device affected?
- Compare the model, catalog and lot or serial numbers on your device or its packaging with the code information below. A recall usually covers only specific models or lots.
- If yours is listed, follow the instructions from Medtronic Sofamor Danek USA Inc or your healthcare provider. The company's action is summarized under what the company is doing.
- Do not stop using a prescribed or implanted device on your own — talk to your healthcare provider first.
Where to find your model and lot numbers · What recall classes and statuses mean
Why it was recalled
Screws are longer then size etched on the screw.
FDA root cause category: Other
What the company is doing
Medtronic sent a Voluntary Recall letter dated June 28, 2011, directly to Risk Managers and Sales Representatives, with Recall Questionnaires and Confirmation forms included. The letter identified the product, the problem, and the action to be taken by the affected customers. If appropriate, personal follow up with Sales Representatives will be made to assure that the recall communication is understood by Risk Managers and to facilitate return of product and the associated Recall response documentation. Foreign consignees will be notified by email on June 29, 2011. For any questions or concerns regarding this recall customers were to contact their Medtronic Sales Representative or the Global Quality Department at 800-876-3133, ext 3173.
Recall details
- Recall number
- Z-2878-2011
- Recall class
- Not yet classified by the FDA
- Status
- Terminated
- Initiated by the company
- Jun 28, 2011
- Posted by the FDA
- Jul 25, 2011
- Recalling firm
- Medtronic Sofamor Danek USA Inc
- Quantity
- 101 units
- Product code
- KWP
- FDA submissions
- K042025
- Distribution
- Worldwide Distribution - USA (nationwide) and the countries of MN, AK, FL, PA, ME, GA HI, CA, TX, OH, IN, MO, WI, MI, NY, IN, LA, MD, MA, NC, OR, NE WA, ID, CO, OR, UT, IL, WV, Canada, Singapore, Netherlands, Brazil, Columbia, Hong Kong, and Mexico.
Product description
ATLANTIS (R) Self-Tapping Variable Angle Screw, Rx only, Medtronic Sofamor Danek USA, 1800 Pyramid Place, Memphis, TN 38132 Intended to help provide immobilization and stabilization of spinal segments as an adjunct to fusion of the thoracic, lumbar, and/or sacral spine.
Code information (models, lots, serial numbers)
Lot number H10A1268
Other devices under the same FDA submission
26 devices cleared under K042025 — the recall does not name any of them by identifier. One submission often covers many models, so they may or may not be affected.
- CD HORIZON® Spinal System 75446540Medtronic Sofamor Danek, Inc. · ORTHOSIS, SPINAL PEDICLE FIXATION22 reports
- CD HORIZON® Spinal System 75446545Medtronic Sofamor Danek, Inc. · Orthosis, spondylolisthesis spinal fixation21 reports
- CD HORIZON® Spinal System 75445540Medtronic Sofamor Danek, Inc. · APPLIANCE, FIXATION, SPINAL INTERVERTEBRAL BODY15 reports
- CD HORIZON® Spinal System 75446550Medtronic Sofamor Danek, Inc. · APPLIANCE, FIXATION, SPINAL INTERVERTEBRAL BODY12 reports
- CD HORIZON® Spinal System X0311334Medtronic Sofamor Danek, Inc. · ORTHOSIS, SPINAL PEDICLE FIXATION6 reports
- CD HORIZON® Spinal System 75445545Medtronic Sofamor Danek, Inc. · APPLIANCE, FIXATION, SPINAL INTERLAMINAL5 reports
- CD HORIZON® Spinal System 75446535Medtronic Sofamor Danek, Inc. · Orthosis, spondylolisthesis spinal fixation5 reports
- CD HORIZON® Spinal System 75447540Medtronic Sofamor Danek, Inc. · APPLIANCE, FIXATION, SPINAL INTERLAMINAL4 reports
- CD HORIZON® Spinal System 75496540Medtronic Sofamor Danek, Inc. · ORTHOSIS, SPINAL PEDICLE FIXATION4 reports
- CD HORIZON® Spinal System 75445535Medtronic Sofamor Danek, Inc. · APPLIANCE, FIXATION, SPINAL INTERVERTEBRAL BODY3 reports
- CD HORIZON® Spinal System 75496545Medtronic Sofamor Danek, Inc. · ORTHOSIS, SPINAL PEDICLE FIXATION3 reports
- CD HORIZON® Spinal System 75445530Medtronic Sofamor Danek, Inc. · APPLIANCE, FIXATION, SPINAL INTERVERTEBRAL BODY2 reports
Other products in the same recall event
The FDA groups related products into one recall event (event 59021).
- Z-2874-2011 · TerminatedCD HORIZON (R) LEGACY (TM) FAS, REF 7542535, pedicle screw, Rx only, Medtronic Sofamor Danek USA, 1800 Pyramid Place, Memphis, TN 38132 Intended to help provide immobilization an…
- Z-2875-2011 · TerminatedCD HORIZON (R) LEGACY (TM) MAS, REF 75445540, pedicle screw, Rx only, Medtronic Sofamor Danek USA, 1800 Pyramid Place, Memphis, TN 38132 Intended to help provide immobilization a…
- Z-2876-2011 · TerminatedCD HORIZON (R) SOLERA (TM) FAS, REF 54410006035, pedicle screw, Rx only, Medtronic Sofamor Danek USA, 1800 Pyramid Place, Memphis, TN 38132 Intended to help provide immobilizatio…
- Z-2877-2011 · TerminatedVERTEX (R), REF 69004440, cortical screw, Rx only, Medtronic Sofamor Danek USA, 1800 Pyramid Place, Memphis, TN 38132 Intended to help provide immobilization and stabilization of…
Sources and updates
- Recall record: FDA Medical Device Recalls, file dated Oct 16, 2026 · View the FDA recall notice ↗
- Devices: FDA GUDID, file dated Oct 13, 2026. Devices are linked when their identifier (with a valid check digit) appears in the recall's code information.
- Page last rebuilt: Oct 18, 2026. Text above is shown as published by the FDA.
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