Natural-Knee¿ Congruent Tibial Insert with Screw: SF-CON TIB INS LT SZ1/2 1 SF-CON TIB INS RT SZ1/2 9 SF-CON TIB INS RT SZ3/4/5
Class I - DangerousWhat Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: Item Number 620005819 620005909 620006916
- 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, Inc.
- Reason for Recall:
- A complaint was received for a discolored All Poly Tibia. Root cause analysis found that the discoloration was the result of free radical oxidation. The oxidation process was advanced prematurely as a result of the machined component being stored in a transparent container exposed to artificial light for six years prior to inert packaging and sterilization of 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:
Natural-Knee¿ Congruent Tibial Insert with Screw: SF-CON TIB INS LT SZ1/2 1 SF-CON TIB INS RT SZ1/2 9 SF-CON TIB INS RT SZ3/4/5
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
Item Number 620005819 620005909 620006916
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:
View on FDA.govFDA Recall Number: Z-1254-2014
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Affected implants may have undersized distal diameter along length of the shaft, which could lead to implant fatigue fracture. Potential health risk if implant fatigue fracture occurs include adverse local tissue reaction, pain or ache, non-union or malunion, or tissue damage necessitating surgical intervention.
Affected implants may have undersized distal diameter along length of the shaft, which could lead to implant fatigue fracture. Potential health risk if implant fatigue fracture occurs include adverse local tissue reaction, pain or ache, non-union or malunion, or tissue damage necessitating surgical intervention.