The Anspach Effort, Inc.: Medical Device Recall in 2014 - (Recall #: Z-0728-2014)

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall detail below. You can also see other recalls from the same firm in 2014.

Data Source: FDA.

Product Description:

Anspach Carbide Cutting Burrs & Drums: 1.5MM x 7.5MM Cylindrical Carbide Drum part # S-15DRMC Anspach cutting burrs are intended for cutting and shaping bone, including the spine and cranium

Product Classification:

Class II

Date Initiated: December 17, 2013

Date Posted: January 22, 2014

Recall Number: Z-0728-2014

Event ID: 67146

Reason for Recall:

Some carbide cutting burr fractured during use.

Status: Terminated

Product Quantity: 28,562 total of all products in this recall

Code Information:

All Lot numbers distributed within the 5 years expiration date (12/13 thru 10/18)

Distribution Pattern:

Worldwide distribution: US (Nationwide) including state of Hawaii and Internationally to: Australia, Poland, Canada, South Africa, Israel, and Switzerland.

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated