PlainRecalls
FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

Knee Instrument Fixation Screws: 48MM HEADED SCREW 48MM HEADLESS SCREW MIS HEADED SCREW, 48MM MIS HEADLESS SCREW, 48MM

Reported: September 3, 2014 Initiated: July 22, 2014 #Z-2546-2014

Product Description

Knee Instrument Fixation Screws: 48MM HEADED SCREW 48MM HEADLESS SCREW MIS HEADED SCREW, 48MM MIS HEADLESS SCREW, 48MM

Reason for Recall

Zimmer is recalling sterile-packaged implants and instruments packaged in six different package configurations due to packaging design verification test failures. Specifically, multiple test samples from each of the six configurations failed simulated distribution and shipping testing when the devices either breached inner or outer package trays or seal integrity was lost.

Details

Recalling Firm
Zimmer, Inc.
Units Affected
972,125 units
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution.
Location
Warsaw, IN

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Knee Instrument Fixation Screws: 48MM HEADED SCREW 48MM HEADLESS SCREW MIS HEADED SCREW, 48MM MIS HEADLESS SCREW, 48MM. Recalled by Zimmer, Inc.. Units affected: 972,125 units.
Why was this product recalled?
Zimmer is recalling sterile-packaged implants and instruments packaged in six different package configurations due to packaging design verification test failures. Specifically, multiple test samples from each of the six configurations failed simulated distribution and shipping testing when the devices either breached inner or outer package trays or seal integrity was lost.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on September 3, 2014. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-2546-2014.