Zimmer Biomet Recalls LPS-MOB Articular Surface Implants Due to Packaging Issue
Zimmer Biomet is recalling 5,459,583 LPS-MOB Articular Surface Implants because non-highly polished implants may adhere to the LDPE bag.
What this means for you
Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.
Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class II, and the hazard involves a packaging defect (adhesion to the bag) without reported injuries or illnesses, fitting the criteria for a moderate severity voluntary precautionary recall.
Plain-English summary
Zimmer Biomet, Inc. is recalling 5,459,583 units of the LPS-MOB Articular Surface Implant D 9MM. The recall is due to a packaging issue where non-highly polished implants may adhere to the LDPE bag, which was the previous packaging configuration.
The affected devices were distributed nationwide. The recall number is Z-0324-2020, and the product code is 62067796.
Consumers and healthcare providers should contact Zimmer Biomet for further instructions regarding the return or replacement of these devices.
The recalled product
- Product
- LPS-MOB ART SURF IMPL D 9MM
- Manufacturer
- Zimmer Biomet, Inc.
- Hazard
- Affected units
- 5,459,583
Is your product affected?
Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.
Lot numbers (1)
- 62067796
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
Part of a larger recall action
This product is one of 41 recalled by Zimmer Biomet, Inc. under a single FDA (Devices) recall action. The agency files each product separately, so the size of the action is not visible from this page alone.
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