PlainRecalls
FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

Vanguard 360 Revision Knee System 63x 10mm Universal Tibial Block Augment, Model Number 185221 Intended for use in Total Knee Arthroplasty

Reported: October 3, 2018 Initiated: August 2, 2018 #Z-3249-2018

Product Description

Vanguard 360 Revision Knee System 63x 10mm Universal Tibial Block Augment, Model Number 185221 Intended for use in Total Knee Arthroplasty

Reason for Recall

The implant only has one bolt in the sterile package but it should have had two.

Details

Recalling Firm
Zimmer Biomet, Inc.
Units Affected
16
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution: US (nationwide) to the following US states: AZ, KS, NM, NV, and UT; and to countries of: Australia and Netherlands.
Location
Warsaw, IN

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Vanguard 360 Revision Knee System 63x 10mm Universal Tibial Block Augment, Model Number 185221 Intended for use in Total Knee Arthroplasty. Recalled by Zimmer Biomet, Inc.. Units affected: 16.
Why was this product recalled?
The implant only has one bolt in the sterile package but it should have had two.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on October 3, 2018. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-3249-2018.