Zimmer Biomet Spine, Inc: Medical Device Recall in 2017 - (Recall #: Z-1691-2017)

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall detail below. You can also see other recalls from the same firm in 2017.

Data Source: FDA.

Product Description:

Altius M-INI OCT Posterior Spinal Fixation System, Model Number 1200-9216 The AltiusTM OCT and AltiusTM M-INITM OCT Systems when intended to promote fusion of the cervical spine and occipitocervico-thoracic junction (Occiput-T3), these systems are indicated for: DDD (neck pain of discogenic origin with degeneration of the disc as confirmed by patient history and radiographic studies); spondylolisthesis; spinal stenosis; fracture/dislocation; atlantoaxial fracture with instability; occipitocervical dislocation; revision of previous cervical spine surgery; and tumors. The occipital bone screws are limited to occipital fixation only

Product Classification:

Class II

Date Initiated: March 16, 2017

Date Posted: April 5, 2017

Recall Number: Z-1691-2017

Event ID: 76610

Reason for Recall:

Zimmer Biomet is recalling the Altius M-INI OCT Posterior Spinal Fixation System because the driver is unable to mate with the screw head tulip.

Status: Terminated

Product Quantity: 141

Code Information:

505951,M16562R01,505951,510710,510981,514814,533566,536398,543663,546565,546566,549528,565465,565464,567525,

Distribution Pattern:

Worldwide Distribution - US (nationwide) and Internationally to the Netherlands

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated