The Recall Desk

Manufacturer

Zimmer Biomet, Inc.

875 recalls in our database name Zimmer Biomet, Inc. as the manufacturing or recalling firm.

What the numbers show

Total
875
Critical
0
Severe
129
Most recent
2020-12-30

Of the 875 recalls from Zimmer Biomet, Inc. we have scored against our rubric, 0 (0%) are Critical — deaths or serious injuries reported, or the agency’s own highest classification — and 129 (15%) are Severe.

About this listing

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Severity scores below are computed from the agency’s classification and the recall text, never from manufacturer behaviour or history. Many manufacturers issue routine corrective actions (software updates, labelling corrections) that are correctly scored low — having recalls on this list isn’t inherently a quality signal.

226–250 of 875

  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1086-2019·2019-04-10

    Zimmer Biomet Recalls RingLoc Hip System Bone Screws Due to Packaging Error

    Zimmer Biomet is recalling 809 units of RingLoc Hip System Self-Tapping Bone Screws because 30mm screws may have been packaged as 20mm screws, and vice versa.

    Product
    Biomet RingLoc Hip System Self-Tapping Bone Screw 6.5mmx20mm-Low Profile Titanium. Accessory to total hip implant Item Number: 103531 Product Usage: Accessory to total hip implant
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1081-2019·2019-04-10

    Biomet Cement Plug Inserter Recalled for Sterilization Validation Issues

    Zimmer Biomet is recalling 89 units of the Small Diameter Cement Plug Inserter due to a lack of adequate sterilization validation.

    Product
    Biomet Small Diameter Cement Plug Inserter-Sterile, single-use accessory instrumentation to be used during surgical procedures utilizing the Small Diameter Cement Plug implant devices Item Number: 414989
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0972-2019·2019-03-13

    Zimmer Biomet Recalls Reverse Shoulder Baseplates Due to Missing Adapter

    Zimmer Biomet is recalling 52 Comprehensive Reverse Shoulder System Glenosphere Mini Baseplates that may be missing a taper adapter.

    Product
    Comprehensive Reverse Shoulder System Glenosphere Mini Baseplate with Taper Adapter, Model Number 010000589 Biomet Comprehensive Reverse Shoulder products are indicated for use in patients whose shoulder joint has a grossly deficient rotator cuff with severe arthropathy and/o
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    3 states
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0938-2019·2019-03-06

    Zimmer Biomet Recalls Vanguard Knee Patella Implants Due to Labeling Mismatch

    Zimmer Biomet is recalling 90 Vanguard Knee System patella implants because a potential commingle could result in the implant size not matching the label.

    Product
    Vanguard Knee System Series-A Standard Patella sizes 34mm Item Number: 184766
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    2 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0734-2019·2019-01-23

    Zimmer Biomet Recalls Compression Tray Bases Due to Silicone Shedding

    Zimmer Biomet is recalling 971 Maximum Variable Pitch Compression Tray Bases because they may shed silicone during cleaning and sterilization.

    Product
    Maximum Variable Pitch Compression Tray Base, Reference Number 231201002 Product Usage: Intended to carry implants and instruments during regular inventory distribution and handling and sterilization in the hospitals
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0735-2019·2019-01-23

    Zimmer Biomet Recalls Maximum Variable Pitch Compression Screw Caddy

    Zimmer Biomet is recalling 971 Maximum Variable Pitch Compression Screw Caddies due to a potential for silicone shedding during cleaning and sterilization.

    Product
    Maximum Variable Pitch Compression Screw Caddy, Reference Number 231201003 Product Usage: Intended to carry implants and instruments during regular inventory distribution and handling and sterilization in the hospitals
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0709-2019·2019-01-16

    Biomet DVR Crosslock Screws Recalled Due to Incorrect Length Labeling

    Zimmer Biomet is recalling two lots of Biomet DVR Crosslock Screws because the actual screw lengths do not match the labels.

    Product
    Biomet DVR Crosslock Screws- 2.7mm x18mm, Sterile ITEM 131827118 Product Usage: Usage: The system is intended for stabilization and fixation of small bone fragments in fresh fractures, revision procedures, joint fusion and reconstructions (osteotomies) of small bones of th
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    0 states
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0708-2019·2019-01-16

    Biomet DVR Crosslock Screws Recalled for Incorrect Length Labeling

    Zimmer Biomet is recalling two lots of Biomet DVR Crosslock Screws because the physical screw lengths do not match the labels.

    Product
    Biomet DVR Crosslock Screws- 2.7mm x 20mm, Sterile ITEM 131827120 Product Usage: The system is intended for stabilization and fixation of small bone fragments in fresh fractures, revision procedures, joint fusion and reconstructions (osteotomies) of small bones of the hand
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    0 states
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0630-2019·2018-12-26

    Zimmer Biomet Recalls NexGen Knee Augment Blocks Due to Missing Screws

    Zimmer Biomet is recalling 19 NexGen Complete Knee Solution Femoral Augment Blocks because a screw is missing from the package.

    Product
    NexGen¿ Complete Knee Solution Femoral Augment Block Distal only, 15mm, Size E with Screw Item Number: 00599003523 NexGen Distal Femoral Augment Block is used when femoral components can neither be downsized nor can be distally augmented by increasing the thickness of the cem
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • LowFDA (Devices)·Z-0642-2019·2018-12-26

    Zimmer Biomet Compress System Surgical Technique Correction Recall

    Zimmer Biomet is correcting the surgical technique for the Compress System to update selection criteria for anti-rotation pin placement.

    Product
    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 Compre
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0591-2019·2018-12-19

    Zimmer Biomet Recalls Orthopedic Stems Due to Potential Labeling Error

    Zimmer Biomet is recalling specific lots of orthopedic stems because they may be mislabeled, potentially extending surgery time by up to 30 minutes.

    Product
    Comprehensive Mini Stem, Item No. 113631:
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    5 states
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-0539-2019·2018-12-12

    Zimmer Biomet Recalls Natural Nail System Guide Wires Due to Sterility Compromise

    Zimmer Biomet is recalling 3,764 units of Natural Nail System Tear Drop Guide Wires because creases in the packaging seal may compromise sterility.

    Product
    Zimmer Natural Nail¿ System - Tear Drop Guide Wire, 2.4 mm Diameter, 100 cm Length Item Number: 47-2490-097-01 Product Usage: A single use surgical instrument used during orthopaedic surgery for implantation of a prosthesis.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-0533-2019·2018-12-12

    Zimmer Biomet Recalls Guide Wires Due to Sterility Compromise

    Zimmer Biomet is recalling 2,080 units of ZMS Intramedullary Fixation Smooth Guide Wires because creases in the packaging may compromise sterility.

    Product
    Zimmer ZMS¿ Intramedullary Fixation Smooth Guide Wire, 2.4 mm Diameter, 100 cm Length Item Number: 47-2237-033-00 Product Usage: A single use surgical instrument used during orthopaedic surgery for implantation of a prosthesis.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-0536-2019·2018-12-12

    Zimmer Biomet Recalls Humeral Guide Wires Due to Sterility Compromise

    Zimmer Biomet is recalling 8,027 Humeral Guide Wires because creases in the sealing area may compromise product sterility.

    Product
    Zimmer Humeral Guide Wire - Ball Tip, 2.4 mm Diameter, 70 cm Length Item Number: 47-2255-008-00 Product Usage: A single use surgical instrument used during orthopaedic surgery for implantation of a prosthesis.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0532-2019·2018-12-12

    Zimmer Biomet Recalls Humeral Guide Wires Due to Sterility Compromise

    Zimmer Biomet is recalling 780 Humeral Guide Wires because creases in the packaging may compromise sterility. The product is a single-use surgical instrument.

    Product
    Zimmer M/DN¿ Intramedullary Fixation Humeral Guide Wire - Bullet Tip, 2.4 mm Diameter, 70 cm Length Item Number: 00-2255-026-00 Product Usage: A single use surgical instrument used during orthopaedic surgery for implantation of a prosthesis.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0541-2019·2018-12-12

    Zimmer Biomet Recalls Natural Nail System Tear Drop Guide Wires

    Zimmer Biomet is recalling Natural Nail System Tear Drop Guide Wires due to creases in the sealing area that compromise sterility.

    Product
    Zimmer Natural Nail¿ System - Tear Drop Guide Wire, 2.4 mm Diameter, 70 cm Length Item Number: 47-2490-098-01 Product Usage: A single use surgical instrument used during orthopaedic surgery for implantation of a prosthesis.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0540-2019·2018-12-12

    Zimmer Biomet Recalls Natural Nail System Guide Wires Due to Sterility Concerns

    Zimmer Biomet is recalling 12,724 units of Natural Nail System Tear Drop Guide Wires because creases in the packaging may compromise sterility.

    Product
    Zimmer Natural Nail¿ System - Tear Drop Guide Wire, 3.0 mm Diameter, 70 cm Length Item Number: 47-2490-098-00 Product Usage: A single use surgical instrument used during orthopaedic surgery for implantation of a prosthesis.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0534-2019·2018-12-12

    Zimmer Biomet Recalls Guide Wires Due to Sterility Compromise

    Zimmer Biomet is recalling 9,387 units of ZMS Intramedullary Fixation Smooth Guide Wires because creases in the sealing area compromise product sterility.

    Product
    Zimmer ZMS¿ Intramedullary Fixation Smooth Guide Wire, 3.0 mm Diameter, 100 cm Length Item Number: 47-2237-037-00 Product Usage: A single use surgical instrument used during orthopaedic surgery for implantation of a prosthesis.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0531-2019·2018-12-12

    Zimmer Biomet Recalls Humeral Guide Wires Due to Sterility Compromise

    Zimmer Biomet is recalling specific lots of M/DN Intramedullary Fixation Humeral Guide Wires because creases in the packaging may compromise sterility.

    Product
    Zimmer M/DN¿ Intramedullary Fixation Humeral Guide Wire - Smooth, 2.4 mm Diameter, 70 cm Length Item Number: 00-2255-025-00 Product Usage: A single use surgical instrument used during orthopaedic surgery for implantation of a prosthesis.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0553-2019·2018-12-12

    Zimmer Biomet Recalls 20mm Compress Device Short Anchor Plug

    Zimmer Biomet is recalling 6 units of the 20mm Compress Device Short Anchor Plug due to potential metal burrs that may prevent proper insertion of drill and transverse pins.

    Product
    Biomet 20mm Compress Device Short Anchor Plug With Drill Set / With Pin Inserter Ion Implant Item number: 178562 Product Usage: 1. Correction of revision of unsuccessful osteotomy, arthrodesis, or previous joint replacement. 2. Tumor resections. 3. Revision of previously fai
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0535-2019·2018-12-12

    Zimmer Biomet Recalls Guide Wires Due to Sterility Compromise

    Zimmer Biomet is recalling ZMS Intramedullary Fixation Smooth Guide Wires because creases in the sealing area may compromise product sterility.

    Product
    Zimmer ZMS¿ Intramedullary Fixation Smooth Guide Wire - Bullet Tip, 3.0 mm Diameter, 100 cm Length Item Number: 47-2237-038-00 Product Usage: A single use surgical instrument used during orthopaedic surgery for implantation of a prosthesis.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0542-2019·2018-12-12

    Zimmer Biomet Recalls Pressure Sentinel Guide Wires Due to Sterility Compromise

    Zimmer Biomet is recalling 1,676 Pressure Sentinel Guide Wires because creases in the packaging seal may compromise sterility. The defect could increase the risk of infection during orthopaedic surgery.

    Product
    Zimmer Pressure Sentinel¿ Intramedullary Reaming System, Guide Wire, Bullet Tip, 2.4 mm Diameter Item Number: 00-2228-024-00 Product Usage: A single use surgical instrument used during orthopaedic surgery for implantation of a prosthesis.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0537-2019·2018-12-12

    Zimmer Biomet Recalls Smooth Guide Wires Due to Sterility Compromise

    Zimmer Biomet is recalling Smooth Guide Wires because creases in the sealing area may compromise product sterility. The recall affects 48,320 units distributed worldwide.

    Product
    Zimmer Smooth Guide Wire - Bullet Tip, 3.0 mm Diameter, 100 cm Length Item Number: 47-2255-008-01 Product Usage: A single use surgical instrument used during orthopaedic surgery for implantation of a prosthesis.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide

About this company

Community-sourced company facts from Wikidata, not from any recall agency. This is background on the corporate entity — it says nothing about the recall(s) listed on this page, which come from the agency source notice above.

Zimmer Biomet Holdings

medical device company

Country
United States
Founded
1927

Official website

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