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FDA Devices recall · Reported September 10, 2014

PERSONA The Personalized Knee System PS Tibial Articular Surface Provisional Left with Size 3-5 CD Top; Size 6-9 CD Top; Size 3-5 EF Top; Size 6-9 EF Top; Size 10-11 EF Top; Size 6-9 GH Top; Size 10-12 GH Top; Size 10-12 J Top; and RIGHT Size 3-5 CD Top; Right Size 6-9 CD Top; Right Size 3-5 EF Top; Right Size 6-9 EF Top; Right Size 10-11 EF Top; Right Size 6-9 GH Top; Right Size 10-12 GH Top; and Right Size 10-12 J Top.

Reports of breakage of the Persona Knee Trial Articular Surface Provisionals (TASPs). The Persona primary knee surgical technique has been updated. This field action correction is…

Recall #
Z-2579-2014
Affected scope
77,737 total units
Initiated
August 7, 2014
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Zimmer, Inc. recalled PERSONA The Personalized Knee System PS Tibial Articular Surface Provisional Left with Si… - a moderate-severity action.

PERSONA The Personalized Knee System PS Tibial Articular Surface Provisional Left with Si… was recalled by Zimmer, Inc. in September 10, 2014. Reason: Reports of breakage of the Persona Knee Trial Articular Surface Provisionals (TASPs). The Persona primary kne…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-2579-2014 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Zimmer, Inc. issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-Reports of breakage of the Persona Knee Trial Articular Surface Provisionals (TASPs). The Persona primary kne….

Moderate
severity level
Class II
classification
September 10, 2014
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-2579-2014 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Devices action (record #Z-2579-2014) was formally reported on September 10, 2014, with the manufacturer initiating the action on August 7, 2014. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Zimmer, Inc. is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Warsaw, IN. Federal records list the affected scope as 77,737 total units.

The documented reason for this recall is: Reports of breakage of the Persona Knee Trial Articular Surface Provisionals (TASPs). The Persona primary knee surgical technique has been updated. This field action correction is to ensure that all distributors and use… Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Worldwide Distribution: US (nationwide) including states of: AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI…. 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.

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

77,737 total units

Related Recalls

6

3 from same agency

Product description

PERSONA The Personalized Knee System PS Tibial Articular Surface Provisional Left with Size 3-5 CD Top; Size 6-9 CD Top; Size 3-5 EF Top; Size 6-9 EF Top; Size 10-11 EF Top; Size 6-9 GH Top; Size 10-12 GH Top; Size 10-12 J Top; and RIGHT Size 3-5 CD Top; Right Size 6-9 CD Top; Right Size 3-5 EF Top; Right Size 6-9 EF Top; Right Size 10-11 EF Top; Right Size 6-9 GH Top; Right Size 10-12 GH Top; and Right Size 10-12 J Top.

Reason for recall

Reports of breakage of the Persona Knee Trial Articular Surface Provisionals (TASPs). The Persona primary knee surgical technique has been updated. This field action correction is to ensure that all distributors and users of this instrument are aware of the enhanced surgical techniques.

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-2579-2014
Date reported September 10, 2014
Date initiated August 7, 2014
Recalling firm Zimmer, Inc.
Firm location Warsaw, IN
Affected scope 77,737 total units
Distribution Worldwide Distribution: US (nationwide) including states of: AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT…

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
PERSONA The Personalized Knee System PS Tibial Articular Surface Provisional Left with Size 3-5 CD Top; Size 6-9 CD Top; Size 3-5 EF Top; Size 6-9 EF Top; Size 10-11 EF Top; Size 6-9 GH Top; Size 10-12 GH Top; Size 10-12 J Top; and RIGHT Size 3-5 CD Top; Right Size 6-9 CD Top; Right Size 3-5 EF Top; Right Size 6-9 EF Top; Right Size 10-11 EF Top; Right Size 6-9 GH Top; Right Size 10-12 GH Top; and Right Size 10-12 J Top.. Recalled by Zimmer, Inc.. Units affected: 77,737 total units.
Why was this product recalled?
Reports of breakage of the Persona Knee Trial Articular Surface Provisionals (TASPs). The Persona primary knee surgical technique has been updated. This field action correction is to ensure that all distributors and users of this instrument are aware of the enhanced surgical techniques.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on September 10, 2014. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-2579-2014.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Worldwide Distribution: US (nationwide) including states of: AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI, WV, and WY; and countries of: AUSTRALIA, INDIA, JAPAN, KOREA, SINGAPORE, AUSTRIA, BELGIUM, FRANCE, GERMANY, ISRAEL, ITALY, LUXEMBOURG, NETHERLANDS, SAUDI ARABIA, SOUTH AFRICA, SPAIN, SWITZERLAND, UNITED KINGDOM, and UNITED ARAB EMIRATES..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (Z-2579-2014) 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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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: FDA Devices, reported September 10, 2014. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.