Severity
Moderate
ModerateClass IITerminated
FDA Devices recall · Reported March 23, 2016
Product 16 consists of all product under poduct code: KWY and same usage: Item no: 500103822 BIPOLAR LINER 38MM OD X 2 500103922 BIPOLAR LINER 39MM OD X 2 500104022 BIPOLAR LINER 40/41MM OD 500104026 BIPOLAR LINER 40MM OD X 2 500104222 BIPOLAR LINER 42/43 OD X 500104226 BIPOLAR LINER 42MM OD X 2 500104428 BIPOLAR LINER 44/45/46MM 500104422 BIPOLAR LINER 44MM OD X 2 500104426 BIPOLAR LINER 44MM OD X 2 500104728 BIPOLAR LINER 47/48/49MM 500104722 BIPOLAR LINER 47MM OD X 2 500104726
As a result of the insufficient sealer calibration data for product packaged in firm's Building II between August 2010 and April 2013. The affected products are sterile.
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Zimmer Manufacturing B.v. recalled Product 16 consists of all product under poduct code: KWY and same usage: Item no: 50… - a moderate-severity action.
Product 16 consists of all product under poduct code: KWY and same usage: Item no: 50… was recalled by Zimmer Manufacturing B.v. in March 23, 2016. Reason: As a result of the insufficient sealer calibration data for product packaged in firm's Building II between Au…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-1114-2016 with the FDA Devices before acting.
The recall
Zimmer Manufacturing B.v. issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-As a result of the insufficient sealer calibration data for product packaged in firm's Building II between Au….
- Moderate
- severity level
- 9K units
- affected scope
- Class II
- classification
- March 23, 2016
- reported
Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-1114-2016 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This FDA Devices action (record #Z-1114-2016) was formally reported on March 23, 2016, with the manufacturer initiating the action on January 11, 2016. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Zimmer Manufacturing B.v. is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Mercedita, PR. Federal records list the affected scope as 8773.
The documented reason for this recall is: As a result of the insufficient sealer calibration data for product packaged in firm's Building II between August 2010 and April 2013. The affected products are sterile. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: US Nationwide Distribution. Distribution scope 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, 3 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 - 40,322 medical devices recalls on record
Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. 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.
Affected scope
8773
Related Recalls
6
3 from same agency
Product description
Product 16 consists of all product under poduct code: KWY and same usage: Item no: 500103822 BIPOLAR LINER 38MM OD X 2 500103922 BIPOLAR LINER 39MM OD X 2 500104022 BIPOLAR LINER 40/41MM OD 500104026 BIPOLAR LINER 40MM OD X 2 500104222 BIPOLAR LINER 42/43 OD X 500104226 BIPOLAR LINER 42MM OD X 2 500104428 BIPOLAR LINER 44/45/46MM 500104422 BIPOLAR LINER 44MM OD X 2 500104426 BIPOLAR LINER 44MM OD X 2 500104728 BIPOLAR LINER 47/48/49MM 500104722 BIPOLAR LINER 47MM OD X 2 500104726 BIPOLAR LINER 47MM OD X 2 500104732 BIPOLAR LINER 47MM OD X 3 500105028 BIPOLAR LINER 50/51/52MM 500105022 BIPOLAR LINER 50MM OD X 2 500105026 BIPOLAR LINER 50MM OD X 2 500105328 BIPOLAR LINER 53/54/55MM 500105322 BIPOLAR LINER 53MM OD X 2 500105326 BIPOLAR LINER 53MM OD X 2 500105728 BIPOLAR LINER 57/58MM OD 500105722 BIPOLAR LINER 57MM OD X 2 500106028 BIPOLAR LINER 60/62MM OD 500106828 BIPOLAR LINER 68/70MM OD 500106832 BIPOLAR LINER 68MM OD X 3 500107228 BIPOLAR LINER 72MM OD X 2 500103800 BIPOLAR SHELL 38MM OD 500103900 BIPOLAR SHELL 39MM OD 500104000 BIPOLAR SHELL 40MM OD 500104100 BIPOLAR SHELL 41MM OD 500104200 BIPOLAR SHELL 42MM OD 500104300 BIPOLAR SHELL 43MM OD 500104400 BIPOLAR SHELL 44MM OD 500104500 BIPOLAR SHELL 45MM OD 500104600 BIPOLAR SHELL 46MM OD 500104700 BIPOLAR SHELL 47MM OD 500104800 BIPOLAR SHELL 48MM OD 500104900 BIPOLAR SHELL 49MM OD 500105000 BIPOLAR SHELL 50MM OD 500105100 BIPOLAR SHELL 51MM OD 500105200 BIPOLAR SHELL 52MM OD 500105300 BIPOLAR SHELL 53MM OD 500105400 BIPOLAR SHELL 54MM OD 500105500 BIPOLAR SHELL 55MM OD 500105700 BIPOLAR SHELL 57MM OD 500105800 BIPOLAR SHELL 58MM OD 500106000 BIPOLAR SHELL 60MM OD 500106200 BIPOLAR SHELL 62MM OD 500107000 BIPOLAR SHELL 70MM OD Product Usage: For use in total or hemi hip arthroplasty
Reason for recall
As a result of the insufficient sealer calibration data for product packaged in firm's Building II between August 2010 and April 2013. The affected products are sterile.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Severity class | Moderate (Class II) |
| Status | Terminated |
| Recall number | Z-1114-2016 |
| Date reported | March 23, 2016 |
| Date initiated | January 11, 2016 |
| Recalling firm | Zimmer Manufacturing B.v. |
| Firm location | Mercedita, PR |
| Affected scope | 8773 |
| Distribution | US Nationwide Distribution |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Devices enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
What to do with this recall
Match your product against the recall record, then act on the agency remedy.
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This page summarizes the official FDA Devices record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
Product 16 consists of all product under poduct code: KWY and same usage: Item no: 500103822 BIPOLAR LINER 38MM OD X 2 500103922 BIPOLAR LINER 39MM OD X 2 500104022 BIPOLAR LINER 40/41MM OD 500104026 BIPOLAR LINER 40MM OD X 2 500104222 BIPOLAR LINER 42/43 OD X 500104226 BIPOLAR LINER 42MM OD X 2 500104428 BIPOLAR LINER 44/45/46MM 500104422 BIPOLAR LINER 44MM OD X 2 500104426 BIPOLAR LINER 44MM OD X 2 500104728 BIPOLAR LINER 47/48/49MM 500104722 BIPOLAR LINER 47MM OD X 2 500104726 BIPOLAR LINER 47MM OD X 2 500104732 BIPOLAR LINER 47MM OD X 3 500105028 BIPOLAR LINER 50/51/52MM 500105022 BIPOLAR LINER 50MM OD X 2 500105026 BIPOLAR LINER 50MM OD X 2 500105328 BIPOLAR LINER 53/54/55MM 500105322 BIPOLAR LINER 53MM OD X 2 500105326 BIPOLAR LINER 53MM OD X 2 500105728 BIPOLAR LINER 57/58MM OD 500105722 BIPOLAR LINER 57MM OD X 2 500106028 BIPOLAR LINER 60/62MM OD 500106828 BIPOLAR LINER 68/70MM OD 500106832 BIPOLAR LINER 68MM OD X 3 500107228 BIPOLAR LINER 72MM OD X 2 500103800 BIPOLAR SHELL 38MM OD 500103900 BIPOLAR SHELL 39MM OD 500104000 BIPOLAR SHELL 40MM OD 500104100 BIPOLAR SHELL 41MM OD 500104200 BIPOLAR SHELL 42MM OD 500104300 BIPOLAR SHELL 43MM OD 500104400 BIPOLAR SHELL 44MM OD 500104500 BIPOLAR SHELL 45MM OD 500104600 BIPOLAR SHELL 46MM OD 500104700 BIPOLAR SHELL 47MM OD 500104800 BIPOLAR SHELL 48MM OD 500104900 BIPOLAR SHELL 49MM OD 500105000 BIPOLAR SHELL 50MM OD 500105100 BIPOLAR SHELL 51MM OD 500105200 BIPOLAR SHELL 52MM OD 500105300 BIPOLAR SHELL 53MM OD 500105400 BIPOLAR SHELL 54MM OD 500105500 BIPOLAR SHELL 55MM OD 500105700 BIPOLAR SHELL 57MM OD 500105800 BIPOLAR SHELL 58MM OD 500106000 BIPOLAR SHELL 60MM OD 500106200 BIPOLAR SHELL 62MM OD 500107000 BIPOLAR SHELL 70MM OD Product Usage: For use in total or hemi hip arthroplasty. Recalled by Zimmer Manufacturing B.v.. Units affected: 8773.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
As a result of the insufficient sealer calibration data for product packaged in firm's Building II between August 2010 and April 2013. The affected products are sterile.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on March 23, 2016. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1114-2016.
Where was the recalled product distributed? ▼
Distribution: US Nationwide Distribution.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (Z-1114-2016) 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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