Zimmer Versys Advocate Cemented Hip Implants Recalled for Calibration Data Issues
Zimmer Manufacturing B.V. is recalling 5,013 units of Versys Advocate Cemented hip implants due to insufficient sealer calibration data. The affected sterile products were distributed nationwide.
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, which typically indicates a situation where use may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences. The source text does not report any illnesses, injuries, or hospitalizations, and the hazard is related to manufacturing data rather than a confirmed defect causing harm.
Plain-English summary
Zimmer Manufacturing B.V. is recalling 5,013 units of Versys Advocate Cemented and Versys Advocate V-Lign CE hip implants. These products are used in total or hemi hip arthroplasty and were distributed nationwide in the United States.
The recall was initiated because of insufficient sealer calibration data for products packaged in the firm's Building II between August 2010 and April 2013. The affected products are sterile.
Consumers and healthcare providers should contact Zimmer Manufacturing B.V. for further instructions regarding the return or replacement of these specific lot numbers.
The recalled product
- Product
- Product 67 consists of all product under product code: JDI and same usage: Item no: 785001100 VERSYS ADVOCATE CEMENTED 785001200 VERSYS ADVOCATE CEMENTED 785001220 VERSYS ADVOCATE CEMENTED 785001300 VERSYS ADVOCATE CEMENTED 785001320 VERSYS ADVOCATE CEMENTED 785001400 VER
- Manufacturer
- Zimmer Manufacturing B.V.
- Affected units
- 5,013
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
Part of a larger recall action
This product is one of 72 recalled by Zimmer Manufacturing B.V. 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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