FDA recall record

Zimmer Biomet ROSA Brain 3.0 Intended for the spatial positioning and orientation of recall — FDA Z-0105-2018

Insufficient amount of washers in the Telescopic Arm, allowing some movement of the device.

Class IIclassification
Z-0105-2018official record ID
Nov 29, 2017report date

Recall record at a glance

Official recordZ-0105-2018
CategoryMedical Device Recalls
ClassificationClass II
FDA record statusTerminated
Recalling firmZimmer Biomet, Inc.
Report dateNov 29, 2017
Recall initiation dateMay 27, 2016
Quantity3 units
LocationWarsaw, IN, United States

Official product description

ROSA Brain 3.0 Intended for the spatial positioning and orientation of instrument holders or tool guides to be used by neurosurgeons to guide standard neurosurgical instruments. The device is indicated for any neurosurgical procedure in which the use of stereotactic surgery may be inappropriate.

Why the product was recalled

Insufficient amount of washers in the Telescopic Arm, allowing some movement of the device.

Distribution information

Worldwide Distribution - US (DC) and Internationally to Australia and France.

How to read the classification

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Additional record details

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

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