Aesculap, Inc.: Medical Device Recall in 2012 - (Recall #: Z-0082-2013)

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall detail below. You can also see other recalls from the same firm in 2012.

Data Source: FDA.

Product Description:

Columbus 4-IN-1 Femoral Cutting Guide M3 Instrument (NQ083R)

Product Classification:

Class II

Date Initiated: May 9, 2012

Date Posted: October 24, 2012

Recall Number: Z-0082-2013

Event ID: 63223

Reason for Recall:

The manufacturer informed the recalling firm of a potential laser marking error in size identification on two Columbus 4-IN-1 Femoral Cutting Guide Instruments. The guides are correctly dimensioned, but the laser markings have been incorrectly etched.

Status: Terminated

Product Quantity: 2

Code Information:

NQ083R

Distribution Pattern:

Within the US, product was distributed to PA and TN.

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated