FDA recall record

Zimmer M/L Taper Hip Prosthesis Extended Offset, Reduced Neck Length, Size 4 recall — FDA Z-2519-2023

The outer package labeling and product etch are for a Size 6, however, the implant is a Size 4, and vice versa.

Class IIclassification
Z-2519-2023official record ID
Sep 13, 2023report date

Recall record at a glance

Official recordZ-2519-2023
CategoryMedical Device Recalls
ClassificationClass II
FDA record statusOngoing
Recalling firmZimmer, Inc.
Report dateSep 13, 2023
Recall initiation dateJul 26, 2023
Quantity24 units
LocationWarsaw, IN, United States

Official product description

M/L Taper Hip Prosthesis Extended Offset, Reduced Neck Length, Size 4 (Item Number 00771100640) and Size 6 (Item Number 00771100440)

Why the product was recalled

The outer package labeling and product etch are for a Size 6, however, the implant is a Size 4, and vice versa.

Distribution information

Worldwide - US Nationwide distribution in the states of AL, CA, GA, MI, NJ, PA, TN, and WI. The countries of Brazil, Canada, Netherlands.

How to read the classification

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Additional record details

Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: Letter.

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