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FDA Devices recall · Reported November 13, 2013

Ti-Magna Fx Washer Ti-Versa-FX¿II Femoral Fixation System S/C Plates The compression tube/plates of this trauma system are used with Ti-Versa-Fx¿ II Femoral Fixation System lag screws for the internal fixation of proximal femoral and supracondylar fractures. The Ti-Magna Fx System is an osteosynthesis item for orthopedic use in open internal fixation of fractures of the femoral neck, condyle, or tibia, etc. The washer prevents the screw head from being buried in the bone.

Zimmer recently conducted a review of historic packaging validations completed. Based on this review, it was determined that a subset of product packaged at a single Zimmer facil…

Recall #
Z-0129-2014
Affected scope
2,632 devices
Initiated
August 28, 2013
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Zimmer, Inc. recalled Ti-Magna Fx Washer Ti-Versa-FX¿II Femoral Fixation System S/C Plates The compressio… - a moderate-severity action.

Ti-Magna Fx Washer Ti-Versa-FX¿II Femoral Fixation System S/C Plates The compressio… was recalled by Zimmer, Inc. in November 13, 2013. Reason: Zimmer recently conducted a review of historic packaging validations completed. Based on this review, it was…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-0129-2014 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Zimmer, Inc. issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-Zimmer recently conducted a review of historic packaging validations completed. Based on this review, it was….

Moderate
severity level
3K units
affected scope
Class II
classification
November 13, 2013
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-0129-2014 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution scope (see Distribution below) directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from FDA Devices - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

Medical Devices recalls over time

Where this recall sits in its category - 41,021 medical devices recalls on record

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Where this agency-classified recall sits among FDA Class I/II/III notices

Of 88,244 recalls with an agency hazard classification, 19,068 are high severity, 64,652 moderate, and 4,524 low. A further 16,179 CPSC/NHTSA recalls have no agency class and are excluded from this split. This recall is classified moderate severity.

Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.

Product description

Ti-Magna Fx Washer Ti-Versa-FX¿II Femoral Fixation System S/C Plates The compression tube/plates of this trauma system are used with Ti-Versa-Fx¿ II Femoral Fixation System lag screws for the internal fixation of proximal femoral and supracondylar fractures. The Ti-Magna Fx System is an osteosynthesis item for orthopedic use in open internal fixation of fractures of the femoral neck, condyle, or tibia, etc. The washer prevents the screw head from being buried in the bone.

Reason for recall

Zimmer recently conducted a review of historic packaging validations completed. Based on this review, it was determined that a subset of product packaged at a single Zimmer facility required testing to ensure that previously packaged product from this facility met the established requirements for sterile barrier integrity. The number of samples required for packaging testing, to provide statisti

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the FDA Devices recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Severity class Moderate (Class II)
Status Terminated
Recall number Z-0129-2014
Date reported November 13, 2013
Date initiated August 28, 2013
Recalling firm Zimmer, Inc.
Firm location Warsaw, IN
Affected scope 2,632 devices
Distribution International distribution: Japan only.

Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Devices enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Scale of Impact

2,632 devices units affected - limited or regional distribution scale.

Regional (<10K units) ✓ This recall
Multi-state (10K – 100K units) -
Large-scale (100K – 1M units) -
Massive (≥1M units) -

Bracket cutoffs follow federal recall-disclosure conventions; bar widths scale linearly within each bracket. Source: PlainRecalls analysis of U.S. Food and Drug Administration filings.

What to do with this recall

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Ti-Magna Fx Washer Ti-Versa-FX¿II Femoral Fixation System S/C Plates The compression tube/plates of this trauma system are used with Ti-Versa-Fx¿ II Femoral Fixation System lag screws for the internal fixation of proximal femoral and supracondylar fractures. The Ti-Magna Fx System is an osteosynthesis item for orthopedic use in open internal fixation of fractures of the femoral neck, condyle, or tibia, etc. The washer prevents the screw head from being buried in the bone.. Recalled by Zimmer, Inc.. Units affected: 2,632 devices.
Why was this product recalled?
Zimmer recently conducted a review of historic packaging validations completed. Based on this review, it was determined that a subset of product packaged at a single Zimmer facility required testing to ensure that previously packaged product from this facility met the established requirements for sterile barrier integrity. The number of samples required for packaging testing, to provide statisti
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on November 13, 2013. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0129-2014.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: International distribution: Japan only..
Should I stop using a recalled medication or medical device?
Do not stop using a recalled medication or device without consulting your healthcare provider first, as abruptly discontinuing treatment could pose its own health risks. Your doctor can advise on alternatives or whether the recall applies to your specific product lot. Check the recall number and lot information against your product packaging.

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