Smith & Nephew Orthopaedics Ltd. (Aurora): Medical Device Recall in 2021 - (Recall #: Z-2242-2021)

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall detail below. You can also see other recalls from the same firm in 2021.

Data Source: FDA.

Product Description:

smith&nephew BHR SQUARE HEADED NAIL, REF CATALOG NUMBER 999908. For use during orthopedic surgery.

Product Classification:

Class II

Date Initiated: July 14, 2021

Date Posted: August 18, 2021

Recall Number: Z-2242-2021

Event ID: 88311

Reason for Recall:

The nail head may become detached during surgery.

Status: Terminated

Product Quantity: 47 units

Code Information:

Lot/Batch Codes: 20LW15962, 20LW15963

Distribution Pattern:

Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide distribution and the countries GB, NO, CA, AU & NZ.

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated