fastener, fixation, nondegradable, soft tissue
Class I - DangerousWhat Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: Item # 110019010 Lot #'s 017350 141990 142000 142020 167190 240720 240740 240770 257970 398710 398730 398740 398750 421780 421790 421800 465910 504120 813190 940370
- Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
- Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
- Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
- Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.
⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.
Recall Details
- Company:
- Zimmer Biomet, Inc.
- Reason for Recall:
- It was identified that the product was not assembled correctly causing the implant shaft to shift and fall out during the opening of the device, which potentially could break the device.
- Classification:
- Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
- Status:
- terminated
Product Information
Full Description:
fastener, fixation, nondegradable, soft tissue
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
Item # 110019010 Lot #'s 017350 141990 142000 142020 167190 240720 240740 240770 257970 398710 398730 398740 398750 421780 421790 421800 465910 504120 813190 940370
Distribution:
Distributed in: TX, NC, FL, PA, IN, WI, VA, NY, NJ, AL, CT
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:
View on FDA.govFDA Recall Number: Z-1009-2018
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