Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-0642-2019 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class II |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Zimmer Biomet, Inc. |
| Report date | Dec 26, 2018 |
| Recall initiation date | Oct 12, 2018 |
| Quantity | 323 devices US; 208 distributed OUS |
| Location | Warsaw, IN, United States |
Official product description
Zimmer Compress Devices and Instruments: Item Number/Item Description 178350 Compress Device Anti-Rotation Spindle 178353 Compress Device Anti-Rotation Spindle 178356 Compress Device Anti-Rotation Spindle 178359 Compress Device Anti-Rotation Elliptical Spindle 178537 Compress Device Centering Sleeve 15mm 178541 Compress Device Centering Sleeve 19mm 178545 Compress Device Centering Sleeve 23mm 178544 Compress Device Centering Sleeve 22mm 178738 Compress Device Centering Sleeve 28mm 178542 Compress Device Centering Sleeve 20mm 32-481123 Compress Instrument Drill For Anti-Rotation Pin 178757 Mini Taper Spindle, 400 lbs, Extra Small 178758 Mini Taper Spindle, 600 lbs, Extra Small 178759 Mini Taper Spindle, 800 lbs, Extra Small 178787 Short Mini Taper Spindle, 400 lbs, Extra Small 178788 Short Mini Taper Spindle, 600 lbs, Extra Small 178789 Short Mini Taper Spindle, 800 lbs, Extra Small
Why the product was recalled
Correction to update the surgical technique for the Compress System. To make users aware of the changes that were made only to the selection criteria section on page 42 regarding which array to use in the placement of the anti-rotation pins.
Distribution information
Nationwide Foreign: CANADA ARGENTINA AUSTRALIA BELGIUM CHILE FINLAND JAPAN NETHERLANDS
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: Two or more of the following: Email, Fax, Letter, Press Release, Telephone, Visit.
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