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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

fastener, fixation, nondegradable, soft tissue

Reported: March 21, 2018 Initiated: October 25, 2017 #Z-1009-2018

Product Description

fastener, fixation, nondegradable, soft tissue

Reason for Recall

It was identified that the product was not assembled correctly causing the implant shaft to shift and fall out during the opening of the device, which potentially could break the device.

Details

Recalling Firm
Zimmer Biomet, Inc.
Units Affected
429 units
Distribution
TX, NC, FL, PA, IN, WI, VA, NY, NJ, AL, CT
Location
Warsaw, IN

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
fastener, fixation, nondegradable, soft tissue. Recalled by Zimmer Biomet, Inc.. Units affected: 429 units.
Why was this product recalled?
It was identified that the product was not assembled correctly causing the implant shaft to shift and fall out during the opening of the device, which potentially could break the device.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on March 21, 2018. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1009-2018.