WillowWood Global Llc: Medical Device Recall in 2021 - (Recall #: Z-1594-2021)

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:

Alpha Interlock Suspension System Lanyard Body: An external prosthetic device. The Alpha Lanyard includes suction with a one-way air expulsion valve plus a locking mechanism. Product design features an easy release mechanism. Available with or without a titanium pyramid. The lanyard is part of the Alpha Interlock" Suspension System. This system allows you to interchange suspension methods without remaking a socket Model, 3 part numbers - 700-AIS100, Alpha Interlock Suspension System with Alpha Lanyard - 700-AIS101, Alpha Interlock Suspension System with Alpha Lanyard w/Titanium Pyramid - 700-AIS107, Alpha Interlock Suspension System Lanyard Body ONLY

Product Classification:

Class II

Date Initiated: April 20, 2021

Date Posted: May 26, 2021

Recall Number: Z-1594-2021

Event ID: 87825

Reason for Recall:

the firm discovered that, starting on April 1, 2020, a 3/8 dowel pin was used in place of the 5/8 pin. Over time, the shorter pin may not engage in either the upper or lower body, causing the cord to come loose or slip which could result in the loss of suspension.

Status: Ongoing

Product Quantity: 815 parts

Code Information:

Lot: 'xx' stamped on the outside of the Lanyard body manufactured form 04/01/2020 - 04/08/2021

Distribution Pattern:

Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide distribution in the states of AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, FL, GA, IL, KS, KY, LA, MA, ME, MN, MO, MS, NJ, NM, NY, OH, OK, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, VA, WA and the countries of Germany, Netherlands

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated