Alphatec Spine, Inc.: Medical Device Recall in 2013 - (Recall #: Z-0967-2013)

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall detail below. You can also see other recalls from the same firm in 2013.

Data Source: FDA.

Product Description:

ILLICO Straight CP TI Rod, -5.5MM x 110M; REF#73601-110; Qty 1; LBL-005; REV.B; RX ONLY; Alphatec Spine, Inc. The ILLICO¿ MIS Posterior Spinal Fixation System is intended to facilitate the surgical correction of non-cervical spinal deformities by providing temporary internal fixation and stabilization during bone graft healing and/or fusion mass development.

Product Classification:

Class II

Date Initiated: July 6, 2011

Date Posted: March 27, 2013

Recall Number: Z-0967-2013

Event ID: 55155

Reason for Recall:

The rods were incorrectly laser etched as ILLICO¿ Straight CP Tl Rods, 110mm, when they were in fact manufactured to 100mm in length.

Status: Terminated

Product Quantity: 7

Code Information:

Lot # 635436; Part #73601-110

Distribution Pattern:

Worldwide Distribution - USA including CO and NC; Internationally to Belgium.

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated