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Zimmer Biomet, Inc.

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875 recalls on record · Latest: Dec 30, 2020

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Federal filing book Zimmer Biomet, Inc. HEAVY-BOOK · SINGLE-AGENCY

#1 of 14,151 · 875 notices · 0.838% archive

  • BOOK 875 notices
  • RANK #1 of 14,151
  • SHARE 0.838% archive
  • AGENCY FDA Devices (875)
  • CAT medical devices
  • CATS 1 category
  • LATEST Dec 30, 2020
  • PHOTO Medline Industries, LP

Nearest notice-volume peer: Medline Industries, LP - Northfield (53 notice gap)

Zimmer Biomet, Inc. sits #1 of 14,151 (1st among 14,151 firms) with 875 federal notices — about 0.838% of the archive (heavy-book tercile). Rank counts issuance frequency, not danger. FDA · CPSC · USDA FSIS · NHTSA notice stamps for this firm. Read with this firm → · Dominant category → · Similar-volume firm →

How Zimmer Biomet, Inc. compares to 14,151 recalling firms

Zimmer Biomet, Inc. ranks 1st of 14,151 tracked firms by distinct recall-event count. Archive size reflects filing volume, not inherent product danger.

Zimmer Biomet, Inc. vs all firms by recall-notice count

Where this firm's archive sits among every tracked recalling manufacturer

875 1st of 14151 the highest of 14,151 firms

Firms, banded by distinct federal recall-event inventory

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Source FDA · CPSC · USDA FSIS · NHTSA federal recall filings · 2026-09-14

Zimmer Biomet, Inc. in the notice-volume neighbourhood

Distinct federal recall events among this firm and nearest nationwide peers

notices

What this shows Zimmer Biomet, Inc. carries 875 distinct federal notices, ranked #1 of 14,151 (heavy-book).

Source FDA · CPSC · USDA FSIS · NHTSA filings aggregated by PlainRecalls As of September 2026
FDA Devices Moderate Mar 7, 2018

979195 Loaner Kit for femoral intramedullary nail. Orthopedic instrument.
FDA Devices Moderate Mar 7, 2018

Zimmer Segmental System, ZSS Distal Femur. Sizes as follows: a. Size B-LT (Item No. 00585001201); b. Size B-RT (Item No. 00585001202); c. Size C-LT (Item No. 00585001301); d. Size C-RT (Item No. 00585001302) Components of the system are intended to replace the proximal femur, mid-shaft femur, distal femur, proximal tibia, and/or total knee in cases that require extensive resection and restoration.
FDA Devices Moderate Mar 7, 2018

Ziptight Ankle Syndesmosis Fixation Device, Titanium Implant Titanium Implant for surgical repairs of soft tissue.
FDA Devices Moderate Mar 7, 2018

The 2nd Assist Knee Positioner
FDA Devices Moderate Mar 7, 2018

Versys 6 inch Beaded Full Coat Plus Hip Prosthesis. Labeled as follows: a. VERSYS 6 INCH BEADED FC 19X160MM STD BODY STD NECK (Item No. 00894301906); b. VERSYS 6 INCH BEADED FC 21X160MM STD BODY STD NECK (Item No. 00784302106); c. VERSYS 6 INCH BEADED FC 22X160MM STD BODY STD NECK (Item No. 00784302206); d. VERSYS 6 INCH BEADED FC STEM 19X160MM LM (Item No. 00784301936); e. VERSYS 6 INCH BEADED FC STEM 20X160MM LM (Item No. 00784302036); f. VERSYS 6 INCH BEADED FC STEM 21X160M
FDA Devices Moderate Mar 7, 2018

Phoenix Antegrade Femoral Nail Trochanteric and Piriformis fossa, Model#14-442093 Antegrade Femoral Connecting Bolt. orthopedic instrument
FDA Devices Moderate Feb 28, 2018

ROSA Brain 3.0 Stereotaxic instrument Computer-assisted surgical device. Intended for the spatial positioning and orientation of instrument holders to be used by neurosurgeons.
FDA Devices Moderate Feb 28, 2018

Vanguard Complete Knee System, Vanguard CR Lipped Tibial Bearing 10x71/75, Item Number: 183540 Product Usage: For use in total knee arthroplasty
FDA Devices Moderate Feb 28, 2018

ROSA Spine 1.0.2 Stereotaxic instrument Computer-assisted surgical device. Intended for the spatial positioning and orientation of instrument holders to be used by surgeons.
FDA Devices Moderate Feb 28, 2018

Vanguard Complete Knee System, Vanguard CR Tibial Bearing 12x71/75, Item Number: 183442 Product Usage: For use in total knee arthroplasty
FDA Devices Moderate Feb 21, 2018

G7 DUAL MOBILITY LINER 44MM F Product Usage: Intended for use in hip arthroplasty cases which involves the removal of the damaged joint and tissues to be replaced with artificial prosthesis. The result of the procedure is to relieve pain and restore a sense of normal function and mobility to the damaged joint.
FDA Devices Moderate Feb 21, 2018

AGC 2000 LP Patella, labeled as AGC Porous Patellar SM, Model Number 150802. Product Usage: For use in Total Knee Arthroplasty.
FDA Devices Moderate Feb 21, 2018

Persona Partial Knee System Product Usage: The Persona Partial Knee System instruments are used by a surgeon to facilitate the implantation of PPK implantable components into the medical knee compartment during unicondylar knee replacement.
FDA Devices Moderate Feb 21, 2018

AGC 2000 LP Patella, labeled as AGC Porous Patellar Med, Model Number 150804. Product Usage: For use in Total Knee Arthroplasty.
FDA Devices Moderate Feb 21, 2018

BlockAid Cut Resistant Surgical Glove Liners, combine stainless steel and synthetic fibers woven together to form a cut resistant glove material. Blockaid Cut Resistant Surgical Glove Liners are to be worn between two layers of surgical gloves. Item Number: 650126, 650127, 650128, 650129, 650130, 650131
FDA Devices Moderate Feb 14, 2018

M/DN Intramedullary Fixation Humeral Guide Wire - Smooth 2.4 mm Diameter 70 cm Length Single Use Only, Item Number 00-2255-025-00 Product Usage: The Ball Tip and Tear Drop Guide Wires are used during the initial reaming of the intramedullary canal. They also assists in guiding the nail during implantation. The guide wire incorporates either a ball or tapered tip to aid in removal of the intramedullary reamer if it becomes lodged or fails.
FDA Devices Moderate Feb 14, 2018

M/DN Intramedullary Fixation Humeral Guide Wire - Bullet Tip 2.4 mm Diameter 70 cm Length Single Use Only, Item Number 00-2255-026-00 Product Usage: The Ball Tip and Tear Drop Guide Wires are used during the initial reaming of the intramedullary canal. They also assists in guiding the nail during implantation. The guide wire incorporates either a ball or tapered tip to aid in removal of the intramedullary reamer if it becomes lodged or fails.
FDA Devices Moderate Feb 14, 2018

Humeral Guide Wire Ball Tip 2.4 mm Diameter 70 cm Length, Item Number 47-2255-008-00 Product Usage: The Ball Tip and Tear Drop Guide Wires are used during the initial reaming of the intramedullary canal. They also assists in guiding the nail during implantation. The guide wire incorporates either a ball or tapered tip to aid in removal of the intramedullary reamer if it becomes lodged or fails.
FDA Devices Moderate Feb 14, 2018

Zimmer Natural Nail System Tear Drop Guide Wire 3.0 mm Diameter, 70 cm length, Item Number 47-2490-098-00 Product Usage: The Ball Tip and Tear Drop Guide Wires are used during the initial reaming of the intramedullary canal. They also assists in guiding the nail during implantation. The guide wire incorporates either a ball or tapered tip to aid in removal of the intramedullary reamer if it becomes lodged or fails.
FDA Devices Moderate Feb 14, 2018

Zimmer Natural Nail System Tear Drop Guide Wire 2.4 mm Diameter, 70 cm length, Item Number 47-2490-098-01 Product Usage: The Ball Tip and Tear Drop Guide Wires are used during the initial reaming of the intramedullary canal. They also assists in guiding the nail during implantation. The guide wire incorporates either a ball or tapered tip to aid in removal of the intramedullary reamer if it becomes lodged or fails.
FDA Devices Moderate Feb 14, 2018

DRILL BIT MINI QUICK CONNECT 1.0MM, REF 2312-20-200 & 2312-20-202, NON STERILE
FDA Devices Moderate Feb 7, 2018

Affixus Hip Fracture Nail, 125 DEG 11MM X 180MM
FDA Devices Moderate Feb 7, 2018

Affixus Hip Fracture Nail, LH 125 DEG 11MM X 360MM
FDA Devices Moderate Feb 7, 2018

Affixus Hip Fracture Nail, RH 130 DEG 11MM X 440MM
FDA Devices Moderate Feb 7, 2018

Affixus Hip Fracture Nail, RH 125 DEG 11MM X 440MM
FDA Devices Moderate Feb 7, 2018

Affixus Hip Fracture Nail, LH 130 DEG 11MM X 340MM
FDA Devices Moderate Feb 7, 2018

Affixus Hip Fracture Nail, LH 130 DEG 11MM X 400MM
FDA Devices Moderate Feb 7, 2018

Affixus Hip Fracture Nail, RH 125 DEG 9MM X 320MM
FDA Devices Moderate Feb 7, 2018

Affixus Hip Fracture Nail, LH 130 DEG 9MM X 400MM
FDA Devices Moderate Feb 7, 2018

Affixus Hip Fracture Nail, RH 130 DEG 9MM X 340MM
FDA Devices Moderate Feb 7, 2018

Affixus Hip Fracture Nail, RH 130 DEG 9MM X 320MM
FDA Devices Moderate Feb 7, 2018

Affixus Hip Fracture Nail, 130 DEG 9MM X 180MM
FDA Devices Moderate Feb 7, 2018

Affixus Hip Fracture Nail, RH 125 DEG 9MM X 460MM
FDA Devices Moderate Feb 7, 2018

Affixus Hip Fracture Nail, RH 130 DEG 13MM X 440MM
FDA Devices Moderate Feb 7, 2018

Affixus Hip Fracture Nail, RH 130 DEG 11MM X 360MM
FDA Devices Moderate Feb 7, 2018

Affixus Hip Fracture Nail, LH 125 DEG 9MM X 380MM
FDA Devices Moderate Feb 7, 2018

Affixus Hip Fracture Nail, LH 125 DEG 9MM X 440MM
FDA Devices Moderate Feb 7, 2018

Affixus Hip Fracture Nail, 130 DEG 11MM X 180MM
FDA Devices Moderate Feb 7, 2018

Affixus Hip Fracture Nail, RH 125 DEG 11MM X 460MM
FDA Devices Moderate Feb 7, 2018

Affixus Hip Fracture Nail, RH 130 DEG 9MM X 260MM
FDA Devices Moderate Feb 7, 2018

Affixus Hip Fracture Nail, LH 130 DEG 9MM X 300MM
FDA Devices Moderate Feb 7, 2018

Affixus Hip Fracture Nail, RH 130 DEG 11MM X 380MM
FDA Devices Moderate Feb 7, 2018

Affixus Hip Fracture Nail, RH 125 DEG 9MM X 260MM
FDA Devices Moderate Feb 7, 2018

Affixus Hip Fracture Nail, LH 130 DEG 13MM X 460MM
FDA Devices Moderate Feb 7, 2018

Affixus Hip Fracture Nail, LH 130 DEG 11MM X 460MM
FDA Devices Moderate Feb 7, 2018

Affixus Hip Fracture Nail, RH 125 DEG 9MM X 400MM
FDA Devices Moderate Feb 7, 2018

Affixus Hip Fracture Nail, LH 125 DEG 11MM X 440MM
FDA Devices Moderate Feb 7, 2018

Affixus Hip Fracture Nail, RH 130 DEG 9MM X 380MM
FDA Devices Moderate Feb 7, 2018

Affixus Hip Fracture Nail, RH 130 DEG 11MM X 280MM
FDA Devices Moderate Feb 7, 2018

Affixus Hip Fracture Nail, LH 125 DEG 9MM X 340MM

Zimmer Biomet, Inc. sits in the heavy federal notice book

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many federal recall notices name Zimmer Biomet, Inc.? ▼
PlainRecalls indexes 875 distinct federal recall events naming Zimmer Biomet, Inc., aggregated from FDA, CPSC, USDA FSIS, and NHTSA filings (archive as of September 2026). That count is an issuance inventory, not a hazard score.
Where does Zimmer Biomet, Inc. sit among other recalling firms? ▼
Zimmer Biomet, Inc. ranks #1 of 14,151 by distinct recall-event count among 14,151 firms in this archive (99th percentile of firms with fewer notices). Rank tracks filing frequency, not product danger.
Which agency issues most of Zimmer Biomet, Inc.'s notices? ▼
FDA Devices accounts for 875 of this firm's 875 indexed notices.
What product category dominates Zimmer Biomet, Inc.'s filing book? ▼
Filings for Zimmer Biomet, Inc. span 1 product category, led by medical devices. Browse that category archive for peer firms and related notices.
Is a higher notice count more dangerous? ▼
No. Archive size reflects how often federal agencies publish recalls naming the firm — reporting volume, coverage, and product range all move the number. Always verify the individual notice with the issuing agency before acting on a specific product.
Zimmer Biomet, Inc.: 875 federal recall notices aggregated from FDA, CPSC, USDA FSIS, and NHTSA filings (lead agency FDA Devices). Verify individual notices with FDA directly before acting on a specific recall.

Firm-level totals aggregate distinct federal recall events naming Zimmer Biomet, Inc.; individual notices remain authoritative on each linked recall page.

Methodology · Corrections · FDA · CPSC · USDA FSIS · NHTSA · Archive as of September 2026