Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-2963-2018 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class II |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Zimmer Dental Inc. |
| Report date | Sep 12, 2018 |
| Recall initiation date | May 10, 2018 |
| Quantity | 299 units |
| Location | Carlsbad, CA, United States |
Official product description
Outer Package Label: Tapered Screw-Vent Implant System, 4.1mm X 10mm, 3.5mm, REF:TSVM4B10, Sterile:R, Rx Only; Inner Package Label: Implant, MTX, 3.7mm x 10mm,3.5mm, REF: TSVB10. Zimmer Dental Implants are designed for use in the maxilla or mandible for immediate loading or for loading after a conventional healing period. Implants may be used to replace one or more missing teeth. Immediate loading is indicated when there is good primary stability and an appropriate occlusal load.
Why the product was recalled
Dental implants have incorrect item/lot numbers and size on the inner package labeling. Correct item/lot numbers and size are on the outer package labeling.
Distribution information
Worldwide Distribution: US (nationwide) in states of: AL, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, ID, IL, MA, MD, MI, MN, MO, NH, NJ, NY, PA,TN, TX, UT, VA, and WA; and to countries of: Australia, Bulgaria, Canada, Croatia, France, Germany, Italy, Portugal, and Spain.
How to read the classification
FDA Class II indicates a situation in which use of or exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where the probability of serious consequences is remote. The classification shown here comes from the FDA record.
Additional record details
Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: Letter.
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