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Medium RiskFDA Device
Medical Devices/Surgical Equipment

TriALTIS Torque Limiters Recalled for Excessive Torque Output Risk

Agency Publication Date: November 27, 2024
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Summary

Gauthier Biomedical, Inc. is recalling 160 TriALTIS Torque Limiters (Model 5161-00-5048) because a component may be out of specification. This defect can cause the tool to apply more force (torque) than intended during use. No incidents or injuries have been reported at this time.

Risk

The device may output torque higher than its design specification, which could lead to device failure or patient injury during medical procedures.

What You Should Do

  1. This recall affects TriALTIS TORQUE LIMITER, RATCHET devices (11.3 Nm) with Model Number 5161-00-5048 and UDI-DI 00858325005688. Affected lot numbers are GB153869 and GB156110.
  2. Stop using the recalled device immediately.
  3. Contact Gauthier Biomedical, Inc. or your distributor to arrange for the return, replacement, or correction of the device.
  4. Call the FDA at 1-888-463-6332 (1-888-INFO-FDA) for additional information regarding medical device recalls.

Your Remedy Options

๐Ÿ“‹Other Action
How to: Stop using the recalled device. Contact the manufacturer or your distributor to arrange return, replacement, or correction.

Affected Products

Product: TriALTIS TORQUE LIMITER, RATCHET, 11.3 Nm
Model / REF:
5161-00-5048
Lot Numbers:
GB153869
GB156110
UDI:
00858325005688

Internal Reference: G919509

Additional Information

Agency: Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Event ID: 95746
Status: Active
Manufacturer: Gauthier Biomedical, Inc.
Sold By: Medical distributors
Manufactured In: United States
Units Affected: 160 units
Distributed To: Massachusetts

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AI-Enhanced Content: The summary, action steps, and risk assessment on this page were generated by AI from official government recall data to improve readability. This is not legal or medical advice. Always refer to the official agency sources below for authoritative information.

Sources: FDA iRES ยท Raw API Response

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