Wright Medical Technology, Inc. recall (Class II): CHARLOTTE CLAW Screw, REF: 40122716, intended for use with CLAW II Polyaxial Compression Plating System
Screws, intended for use with polyaxial compression plating system intended for foot osteotomies, was manufactured with missing threads on the screwheads, which if used would prevent a secure rigid engagement with the plate's internal threads, which may lead to surgery prolongation to retrieve another device, or alternative surgery method if no replacement device is readily available. Product: CHARLOTTE CLAW Screw, REF: 40122716, intended for use with CLAW II Polyaxial Compression Plating System
- Published by source
- 2026-10-07
- First seen by Reality Radar
- 2026-10-20
- Last verified
- 2026-10-20
Affected
- Manufacturer
- Wright Medical Technology, Inc.
- Products
- CHARLOTTE CLAW Screw, REF: 40122716, intended for use with CLAW II Polyaxial Compression Plating System
Whether your exact unit is affected depends on the model, serial number and region in the official notice.
What the official notice says
Risk: Class II: Screws, intended for use with polyaxial compression plating system intended for foot osteotomies, was manufactured with missing threads on the screwheads, which if used would prevent a secure rigid engagement with the plate's internal threads, which may lead to surgery prolongation to retrieve another device, or alternative surgery method if no replacement device is readily available.
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Sources
- openFDA Recall Enforcement Reports Tier A · official published 2026-10-07
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