Biomet Spine, LLC: Medical Device Recall in 2015 - (Recall #: Z-1465-2015)

Updated on March 25, 2026.

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Data Source: FDA.

Product Description:

Lineum HF Torque Handle Limit (Lineum) Model Number 14-525035 P_roduct Usage: Designed to facilitate reconstruction of the cervical and upper thoracic spine using bones screws, locking plugs, and various types of rods, hooks, and lateral connectors.

Product Classification:

Class II

Date Initiated: March 12, 2015

Date Posted: April 29, 2015

Recall Number: Z-1465-2015

Event ID: 70832

Reason for Recall:

Biomet is recalling the Lineum HF Torque Handle Limit (Lineum) and Torque Limiting Handle (Aspen/ Alpine) due to the supplier withdrawing it from the market for component updates or reconfiguration.

Status: Terminated

Product Quantity: 148

Code Information:

538133 ,538134 ,548080 ,550475 ,552169 ,553131, 553710 ,558873 ,567568 ,569141

Distribution Pattern:

Worldwide Distribution - US Nationwide

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated