The Recall Desk

Hazard

Loss Of Fixation recalls

16 recalls in our database tag this hazard, drawn from FDA, USDA FSIS, CPSC, and NHTSA source notices.

What the numbers show

Total
16
Critical
0
Severe
0
Most recent
2024-05-08

Of the 16 loss of fixation recalls we have scored against our rubric, 0 (0%) are Critical — deaths or serious injuries reported, or the agency’s own highest classification — and 0 (0%) are Severe.

About this hazard tag

Hazard tags are short, machine-readable labels we attach to every recall to make cross-cutting queries possible — “all loss of fixation recalls regardless of agency”, “all listeria recalls in California”, “all airbag recalls in 2025”. The tags are extracted from each recall’s source text during the LLM rewrite step and validated against a fixed schema.

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1–16 of 16

  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1720-2024·2024-05-08

    Zimmer Distal Lateral Fibular Plate Recall: Locking Screw Malfunction Risk

    Zimmer orthopedic plates may have thread defects preventing locking screws from properly securing to the implant. This could delay surgery or cause loss of fixation requiring additional intervention.

    Product
    ZPLP Distal Lateral Fibular Plate, Left, 14 Holes, 210 MM, Sterile- Indicated for temporary internal fixation and stabilization of osteotomies and fractures Item Number: 47-2357-018-14
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1723-2024·2024-05-08

    ZPLP Distal Lateral Fibular Plates: locking screws may not secure

    Zimmer is recalling ZPLP Distal Lateral Fibular Plates due to a threading defect in the locking holes that may prevent screws from properly securing. The defect could result in loss of surgical fixation.

    Product
    ZPLP Distal Lateral Fibular Plate, Right, 6 Holes, 106 MM, Nonsterile- Indicated for temporary internal fixation and stabilization of osteotomies and fractures Item Number: 00-2357-017-06
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1725-2024·2024-05-08

    ZPLP Distal Lateral Fibular Plates Recalled for Defective Threading

    Zimmer surgical plates may have thread defects that prevent screws from properly locking, potentially causing loss of surgical fixation. Affected devices were distributed worldwide; healthcare providers should verify lot numbers against the FDA recall notice.

    Product
    ZPLP Distal Lateral Fibular Plate, Right, 10 Holes, 158 MM, Nonsterile- Indicated for temporary internal fixation and stabilization of osteotomies and fractures Item Number: 00-2357-017-10
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1710-2024·2024-05-08

    Zimmer Periarticular Locking Plates Recalled for Potential Loss of Surgical Fixation

    Zimmer recalled certain Periarticular Locking Plates due to a thread form defect that may prevent locking screws from properly seating. The defect may result in loss of fixation or delayed surgery requiring additional intervention.

    Product
    ZPLP (Zimmer Periarticular Locking Plate System) Distal Lateral Fibular Plate, Right, 6 Holes, 106 MM, Sterile- Indicated for temporary internal fixation and stabilization of osteotomies and fractures Item Number: 47-2357-017-06
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1721-2024·2024-05-08

    Zimmer Periarticular Locking Plate May Fail to Secure Fracture Fixation

    Zimmer's periarticular locking plates may fail to properly secure surgical fixation due to a thread-form defect. The defect could result in loss of fixation requiring further surgical intervention.

    Product
    ZPLP (Zimmer Periarticular Locking Plate System) Distal Lateral Fibular Plate, Left, 16 Holes, 236 MM, Sterile- Indicated for temporary internal fixation and stabilization of osteotomies and fractures Item Number: 47-2357-018-16
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1724-2024·2024-05-08

    Zimmer ZPLP Fibular Plate May Fail to Lock Properly During Surgery

    The ZPLP Distal Lateral Fibular Plate may have a thread defect preventing screws from locking properly, potentially compromising surgical fixation and requiring further intervention.

    Product
    ZPLP Distal Lateral Fibular Plate, Right, 8 Holes, 132 MM, Nonsterile- Indicated for temporary internal fixation and stabilization of osteotomies and fractures Item Number: 00-2357-017-08
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1717-2024·2024-05-08

    Zimmer Periarticular Locking Plate recalled for improper screw mating defect

    Zimmer, Inc. is recalling the ZPLP Distal Lateral Fibular Plate due to a thread form defect that may prevent locking screws from properly mating with the plate, potentially causing surgical delays or loss of fixation.

    Product
    ZPLP (Zimmer Periarticular Locking Plate System) Distal Lateral Fibular Plate, Left, 8 Holes, 132 MM, Sterile- Indicated for temporary internal fixation and stabilization of osteotomies and fractures Item Number: 47-2357-018-08
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1713-2024·2024-05-08

    Zimmer Periarticular Locking Plate screw-mating defect risks surgical fixation loss

    Zimmer's Periarticular Locking Plate System has a thread defect that may prevent proper screw locking, potentially causing loss of surgical fixation. Affected units distributed worldwide.

    Product
    ZPLP (Zimmer Periarticular Locking Plate System) Distal Lateral Fibular Plate, Right, 12 Holes, 184 MM, Sterile- Indicated for temporary internal fixation and stabilization of osteotomies and fractures Item Number: 47-2357-017-12
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1709-2024·2024-05-08

    Zimmer Distal Lateral Fibular Plate may fail to lock screws securely

    Zimmer's Distal Lateral Fibular Plate has threading defects that may prevent screws from locking properly. The defect could go unnoticed during surgery and cause loss of fixation.

    Product
    ZPLP (Zimmer Periarticular Locking Plate System) Distal Lateral Fibular Plate, Right, 4 Holes, 80 MM, Sterile- Indicated for temporary internal fixation and stabilization of osteotomies and fractures Item Number: 47-2357-017-04
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1726-2024·2024-05-08

    Zimmer Distal Lateral Fibular Plates May Have Improper Screw Locking

    A thread form defect in the locking holes of Zimmer surgical bone plates may prevent locking screws from securing properly, potentially causing loss of fixation during surgery.

    Product
    ZPLP Distal Lateral Fibular Plate, Left, 4 Holes, 80 MM, Nonsterile- Indicated for temporary internal fixation and stabilization of osteotomies and fractures Item Number: 00-2357-018-04
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1719-2024·2024-05-08

    Zimmer Periarticular Locking Plate System Screw-Locking Defect Recall

    Zimmer is recalling Periarticular Locking Plate System Distal Lateral Fibular Plates due to threading defects that may prevent locking screws from properly mating. This could result in loss of fixation and need for additional surgery.

    Product
    ZPLP (Zimmer Periarticular Locking Plate System) Distal Lateral Fibular Plate, Left, 12 Holes, 184 MM, Sterile- Indicated for temporary internal fixation and stabilization of osteotomies and fractures Item Number: 47-2357-018-12
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1712-2024·2024-05-08

    Zimmer Distal Lateral Fibular Plate Locking Screw Defect

    Zimmer's Periarticular Locking Plate may have defective locking holes that prevent screws from properly locking, risking loss of bone fixation and requiring additional surgery.

    Product
    ZPLP (Zimmer Periarticular Locking Plate System) Distal Lateral Fibular Plate, Right, 10 Holes, 158 MM, Sterile- Indicated for temporary internal fixation and stabilization of osteotomies and fractures Item Number: 47-2357-017-10
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1718-2024·2024-05-08

    Zimmer Periarticular Locking Plate System recalled due to faulty screw threads

    Zimmer recalls Periarticular Locking Plate System devices due to thread defects that may prevent proper screw locking and cause surgical delay or loss of fixation.

    Product
    ZPLP(Zimmer Periarticular Locking Plate System) Distal Lateral Fibular Plate, Left, 10 Holes, 158 MM, Sterile- Indicated for temporary internal fixation and stabilization of osteotomies and fractures Item Number: 47-2357-018-10
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1729-2024·2024-05-08

    Zimmer Distal Lateral Fibular Plate Recall Due to Locking Thread Defect

    Zimmer recalls certain ZPLP Distal Lateral Fibular Plates due to thread form defects in locking holes that may prevent proper screw fixation. Affected devices may lose fixation, potentially delaying surgery or requiring additional intervention.

    Product
    ZPLP Distal Lateral Fibular Plate, Left, 10 Holes, 158 MM, Nonsterile-Indicated for temporary internal fixation and stabilization of osteotomies and fractures Item Number: 00-2357-018-10
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1711-2024·2024-05-08

    Zimmer Periarticular Locking Plate threading defect may compromise surgical fixation

    Zimmer's Periarticular Locking Plate System may have defective threads in locking holes, preventing secure screw mating. The defect could result in loss of surgical stability and require additional surgery.

    Product
    ZPLP (Zimmer Periarticular Locking Plate System) Distal Lateral Fibular Plate, Right, 8 Holes, 132 MM, Sterile- Indicated for temporary internal fixation and stabilization of osteotomies and fractures Item Number: 47-2357-017-08
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1714-2024·2024-05-08

    Zimmer Locking Plate System recalled due to thread mating defect

    Zimmer is recalling the ZPLP Distal Lateral Fibular Plate due to a thread form defect in the locking holes. Locking screws may not properly mate with the plate, potentially causing surgical delay or loss of fixation.

    Product
    ZPLP (Zimmer Periarticular Locking Plate System) Distal Lateral Fibular Plate, Right, 16 Holes, 236 MM, Sterile- Indicated for temporary internal fixation and stabilization of osteotomies and fractures Item Number: 47-2357-017-16
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide