Database updated: 27 October 2026
Safety Information
Medsafe Online Recall Database
Detail of Recall
| Type of Product: | Device |
| Medsafe Reference: | 16470 |
| Brand Name: | Synthes Guide Wire, 3.2mm length 400mm |
| Model: | Part number: 357.399 |
| Affected: | All lots prior to 7527384 |
| Software version: | |
| Recalling Organisation: | Synthes New Zealand Ltd 507 Mt Wellington Highway Mt Wellington Auckland 1060 |
| Contact Information: | 0800 657 734 |
| Manufacturer: | Synthes GmbH |
| Issue: | The manufacturer reports that the labelling of the device includes an incorrect raw material. Should the guidewire break and a fragment of the wire is retained in the patient could result in an adverse tissue reaction in patients with cobalt sensitivity. |
| Recall action type: | Correction |
| Recall action: | Manufacturer to issue advice regarding use |
| Level of recall: | Hospital/Pharmacy/Laboratory |
| Date Commenced: | 2/4/2014 |
