The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1306-2018·Announced 2018-04-11

Zimmer Biomet Recalls A.L.P.S. Calcaneus Locking Plate Guide Inserts

Zimmer Biomet is recalling 22 A.L.P.S. MIS Calcaneus Locking Plate LG RT F.A.S.T. Guide inserts due to incorrect color anodization.

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, but the defect is a cosmetic labeling issue (incorrect color anodization) with no reported injuries or illnesses, fitting the criteria for a moderate severity voluntary precautionary recall.

Plain-English summary

Zimmer Biomet, Inc. is recalling 22 units of A.L.P.S. MIS Calcaneus Locking Plate LG RT F.A.S.T. Guide inserts (Item Number: 816209003, UDI: 00887868044670989403). The recall is classified as Class II by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

The reason for the recall is that the drill guides were manufactured with the incorrect color anodization. The affected units are identified by Package Lot 989430 and Lot Etched on Product P0284.

The products were distributed in the US states of Arizona, Missouri, Montana, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Texas, and Washington, as well as in Chile and the Netherlands. No illnesses or injuries have been reported in connection with this recall.

The recalled product

Product
A.L.P.S. MIS Calcaneus Locking Plate LG RT F.A.S.T. Guide inserts, Item Number: 816209003,UDI: 00887868044670989403
Affected units
22

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 (2)

  • Package Lot: 989430
  • Lot Etched on Product: P0284

Distribution

Distributed in 8 states: