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FDA Devices recall · Reported June 22, 2016

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Zimmer Biomet is initiating a recall of specific lots of foil pouched, sterile Trabecular Metal implants that were manufactured between April 2011 and October 2012. The foil pouch…

Recall #
Z-1955-2016
Affected scope
19,884 total
Initiated
April 15, 2016
Compiled from official public sources by the publisher.
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Zimmer Trabecular Metal Technology, Inc. recalled 00720504022 ACETAB.CUPW/SH,0DEG,22MMX40MM 00720504222 ACETAB.CUPW/SH,0DEG,22MMX42MM 0… - a moderate-severity action.

00720504022 ACETAB.CUPW/SH,0DEG,22MMX40MM 00720504222 ACETAB.CUPW/SH,0DEG,22MMX42MM 0… was recalled by Zimmer Trabecular Metal Technology, Inc. in June 22, 2016. Reason: Zimmer Biomet is initiating a recall of specific lots of foil pouched, sterile Trabecular Metal implants that…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-1955-2016 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Zimmer Trabecular Metal Technology, Inc. issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-Zimmer Biomet is initiating a recall of specific lots of foil pouched, sterile Trabecular Metal implants that….

Moderate
severity level
Class II
classification
June 22, 2016
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-1955-2016 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

00720504022 ACETAB.CUPW/SH,0DEG,22MMX40MM 00720504222 ACETAB.CUPW/SH,0DEG,22MMX42MM 00720504622 ACETAB.CUPW/SH,0DEG,22MMX46MM 00720504828 ACETAB.CUPW/SH,0DEG,28MMX48MM 00720505228 ACETAB.CUPW/SH,0DEG,28MMX52MM 00720505628 ACETAB.CUPW/SH,0DEG,28MMX56MM 00720505828 ACETAB.CUPW/SH,0DEG,28MMX58MM 00720506028 ACETAB.CUPW/SH,0DEG,28MMX60MM 00720506228 ACETAB.CUPW/SH,0DEG,28MMX62MM 00720506428 ACETAB.CUPW/SH,0DEG,28MMX64MM 00721004222 ACETAB.CUPW/SH,10DEG,22MMX42MM 00721004422 ACETAB.CUPW/SH,10DEG,22MMX44MM 00721005028 ACETAB.CUPW/SH,10DEG,28MMX50MM 00721005228 ACETAB.CUPW/SH,10DEG,28MMX52MM 00721005628 ACETAB.CUPW/SH,10DEG,28MMX56MM 00721006428 ACETAB.CUPW/SH,10DEG,28MMX64MM 00721006628 ACETAB.CUPW/SH,10DEG,28MMX66MM 00721006828 ACETAB.CUPW/SH,10DEG,28MMX68MM 00721007028 ACETAB.CUPW/SH,10DEG,28MMX70MM 00725504222 ACETAB.CUP, 0 DEG, 22MM X 42MM 00725504622 ACETAB.CUP, 0 DEG, 22MM X 46MM 00725504626 ACETAB.CUP, 0 DEG, 26MM X 46MM 00725504828 ACETAB.CUP, 0 DEG, 28MM X 48MM 00725505232 ACETAB.CUP, 0 DEG, 32MM X 52MM 00725505432 ACET CUP, 0 DEG, 32MM X 54MM 00725505632 ACET CUP, 0 DEG, 32MM X 56MM 00725505828 ACETAB.CUP, 0 DEG, 28MM X 58MM 00725505832 ACET CUP, 0 DEG, 32MM X 58MM 00725506028 ACETAB.CUP, 0 DEG, 28MM X 60MM 00725506032 ACET CUP, 0 DEG, 32MM X 60MM 00725506228 ACETAB.CUP, 0 DEG, 28MM X 62MM 00725506232 ACET CUP, 0 DEG, 32MM X 62MM 00725506428 ACETAB.CUP, 0 DEG, 28MM X 64MM 00725506432 ACET CUP, 0 DEG, 32MM X 64MM 00725506628 ACETAB.CUP, 0 DEG, 28MM X 66MM 00725506632 ACET CUP, 0 DEG, 32MM X 66MM 00725506828 ACETAB.CUP, 0 DEG, 28MM X 68MM 00725506832 ACET CUP, 0 DEG, 32MM X 68MM 00725507028 ACETAB.CUP, 0 DEG, 28MM X 70MM 00725507032 ACET CUP, 0 DEG, 32MM X 70MM 00726004222 ACETAB.CUP,10 DEG, 22MM X 42MM 00726004828 ACETAB.CUP,10 DEG, 28MM X 48MM 00726005028 ACETAB.CUP,10 DEG, 28MM X 50MM 00726005228 ACETAB.CUP,10 DEG, 28MM X 52MM 00726005232 ACETAB.CUP,10 DEG, 32MM X 52MM 00726005432 ACET CUP, 10 DEG, 32MM X 54MM 00726005632 ACET CUP, 10 DEG, 32MM X 56MM 00726005832 ACET CUP, 10 DEG, 32MM X 58MM 00726006032 ACET CUP, 10 DEG, 32MM X 60MM 00726006428 ACETAB.CUP,10 DEG, 28MM X 64MM 00726006432 ACET CUP, 10 DEG, 32MM X 64MM 00726006628 ACETAB.CUP,10 DEG, 28MM X 66MM 00726006632 ACET CUP, 10 DEG, 32MM X 66MM 00726006828 ACETAB.CUP,10 DEG, 28MM X 68MM 00726006832 ACET CUP, 10 DEG, 32MM X 68MM 00726007028 ACETAB.CUP,10 DEG, 28MM X 70MM 00726007032 ACET CUP, 10 DEG, 32MM X 70MM

Reason for recall

Zimmer Biomet is initiating a recall of specific lots of foil pouched, sterile Trabecular Metal implants that were manufactured between April 2011 and October 2012. The foil pouches are part of a dual barrier system to provide sterile integrity.

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-1955-2016
Date reported June 22, 2016
Date initiated April 15, 2016
Recalling firm Zimmer Trabecular Metal Technology, Inc.
Firm location Parsippany, NJ
Affected scope 19,884 total
Distribution Nationwide and Foreign.

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
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Why was this product recalled? ▼
Zimmer Biomet is initiating a recall of specific lots of foil pouched, sterile Trabecular Metal implants that were manufactured between April 2011 and October 2012. The foil pouches are part of a dual barrier system to provide sterile integrity.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on June 22, 2016. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1955-2016.
Where was the recalled product distributed? ▼
Distribution: Nationwide and Foreign..
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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