PlainRecalls
FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

NexGen¿ Complete Knee Solutions Stemmed Tibial Component Precoat NexGen Tibial Baseplates are part of the NexGen systems of semi-constrained, non-linked condylar knee prosthesis. The device is indicated for patients with severe knee pain and disability due to: Rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, traumatic arthritis, polyarthritis; Collagen disorders, and/or avascular necrosis of the femoral condyle; Post-traumatic loss of joint configuration, particularly when there is patellofemoral erosio

Reported: December 18, 2013 Initiated: October 31, 2013 #Z-0480-2014

Product Description

NexGen¿ Complete Knee Solutions Stemmed Tibial Component Precoat NexGen Tibial Baseplates are part of the NexGen systems of semi-constrained, non-linked condylar knee prosthesis. The device is indicated for patients with severe knee pain and disability due to: Rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, traumatic arthritis, polyarthritis; Collagen disorders, and/or avascular necrosis of the femoral condyle; Post-traumatic loss of joint configuration, particularly when there is patellofemoral erosion, dysfunction or prior patellectomy; Moderate valgus, varus, or flexion deformities.

Reason for Recall

Two complaints were received in which it was reported that the stem would not lock into the tibia. Evaluation of the returned device found that the stemmed portion of the tibial plate would not hold the stem as the connection was too loose. The taper diameter was found to be oversized by .010.

Details

Recalling Firm
Zimmer, Inc.
Units Affected
128 units
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution - USA (nationwide) including the states of CA, IN, OH, GA, WI, IA, NE, NJ, PA, NY, MD, NC, AZ, NM, TX, CO, IL, AL, MI, WA, FL and KS, and the countries of China, Japan and Taiwan.
Location
Warsaw, IN

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
NexGen¿ Complete Knee Solutions Stemmed Tibial Component Precoat NexGen Tibial Baseplates are part of the NexGen systems of semi-constrained, non-linked condylar knee prosthesis. The device is indicated for patients with severe knee pain and disability due to: Rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, traumatic arthritis, polyarthritis; Collagen disorders, and/or avascular necrosis of the femoral condyle; Post-traumatic loss of joint configuration, particularly when there is patellofemoral erosion, dysfunction or prior patellectomy; Moderate valgus, varus, or flexion deformities.. Recalled by Zimmer, Inc.. Units affected: 128 units.
Why was this product recalled?
Two complaints were received in which it was reported that the stem would not lock into the tibia. Evaluation of the returned device found that the stemmed portion of the tibial plate would not hold the stem as the connection was too loose. The taper diameter was found to be oversized by .010.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on December 18, 2013. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0480-2014.