Severity
Moderate
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Reported: November 13, 2019 Initiated: October 10, 2019 #Z-0325-2020 5,459,583 total devices units
Zimmer Biomet, Inc. issued this FDA Devices recall on November 13, 2019. Classified as Moderate severity (Class II). Approximately 5,459,583 total devices units are affected. The recall was issued because: Non-highly polished implants may adhere to the LDPE bag (previous packaging configuration).. This recall notice is sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Below you will find the complete product description, hazard information, remedy instructions, and related recalls from the same manufacturer or product category.
Recall Insight
This FDA Devices action (record #Z-0325-2020) was formally reported on November 13, 2019, with the manufacturer initiating the action on October 10, 2019. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Zimmer Biomet, Inc. is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Warsaw, IN. Federal records indicate 5,459,583 total devices units are affected, placing this recall in the million-unit bracket that typically triggers nationwide consumer alerts and retailer sweeps.
The documented reason for this recall is: Non-highly polished implants may adhere to the LDPE bag (previous packaging configuration). Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Distributed nationwide.. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.
To put this record in context, PlainRecalls indexes 83,949 recalls across the FDA, CPSC, NHTSA and USDA FSIS going back to 1995. Within the same product category, the database holds 6 closely related recalls, of which 6 were also issued by FDA Devices. That clustering is a signal — repeated actions in a narrow category often indicate a systemic quality-control issue, a supplier-wide contamination, or a design defect that has propagated across product lines. This recall is roughly 7 years old; older recalls can remain relevant because many units enter resale, rental, and secondary-market channels where the original warning never reaches the end user. Always cross-check the recall number against the official agency page before relying on any summary.
Recall Distribution by Severity Class
Units Affected
5,459,583 total devices
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
Product Description
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Reason for Recall
Non-highly polished implants may adhere to the LDPE bag (previous packaging configuration).
Details
- Recalling Firm
- Zimmer Biomet, Inc.
- Units Affected
- 5,459,583 total devices
- Distribution
- Distributed nationwide.
- Location
- Warsaw, IN
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Severity class | Moderate (Class II) |
| Status | Terminated |
| Recall number | Z-0325-2020 |
| Date reported | November 13, 2019 |
| Date initiated | October 10, 2019 |
| Recalling firm | Zimmer Biomet, Inc. |
| Units affected | 5,459,583 total devices |
| Distribution | Distributed nationwide. |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Devices enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
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Why was this product recalled? ▼
Non-highly polished implants may adhere to the LDPE bag (previous packaging configuration).
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on November 13, 2019. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0325-2020.
Where was the recalled product distributed? ▼
Distribution: Distributed nationwide..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (Z-0325-2020) against your product. Visit the official FDA Devices website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
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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