Zimmer Recalls NexGen Knee System Components Due to Unapproved Combinations
Zimmer, Inc. is recalling NexGen Cruciate Retaining Knee System components because surgeons are implanting unapproved combinations of micro and standard parts.
What this means for you
Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.
Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class II, which corresponds to a 'Severe' severity score under the rubric, particularly given the context of a structural implant defect.
Plain-English summary
Zimmer, Inc. is recalling 192,355 units of the NexGen Cruciate Retaining (CR) Complete Knee System, including CR Micro Femurs, Articular Surface, Patellae, instruments, and provisionals. The recall is being conducted because surgeons are implanting these components in combinations that are not approved, specifically mixing micro components with standard components.
The affected devices are used in total knee arthroplasty and are indicated for patients with severe pain. The distribution pattern includes nationwide distribution in the United States and the country of Japan. A previous recall in March 2012 reiterated the proper combination labeling, but the mismatch problem has continued.
Consumers and healthcare providers should contact Zimmer, Inc. for further information regarding the recall and proper device usage.
The recalled product
- Product
- 00597502010 Provisional AC ART SURF PROV 12/PUR 10, Rx, Sterile; 00597502012 Provisional AC ART SURF PROV 12/PUR 12, Rx, Sterile; 00597502014 Provisional AC ART SURF PROV 12/PUR 14, Rx, Sterile; 00597502017 Provisional AC ART SURF PROV 12/PUR 17, Rx, Sterile; 0059
- Manufacturer
- Zimmer, Inc.
- Affected units
- 192,355
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)
- all codes
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
Part of a larger recall action
This product is one of 47 recalled by Zimmer, 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.
See all 47 products in this recall →Related recalls
Same manufacturer · Zimmer, Inc.
See all →- HighZimmer Off-Axis Alliance Glenoid Reamer Guide recalled for breakage
FDA (Devices) · 2026-07-01
- ModerateZimmer Shoulder System Reamer Guide recalled for plastic breakage
FDA (Devices) · 2026-07-01
- ModeratePersona Revision Trabecular Metal Femoral Distal Augment recalled for packaging defect
FDA (Devices) · 2026-07-01
- HighZimmer Shoulder Reamer Guide System Recalled for Plastic Breakage
FDA (Devices) · 2026-07-01
- HighZimmer Off-Axis Alliance Glenoid Reamer Guide Plastic Breakage Recall
FDA (Devices) · 2026-07-01
Same hazard · mis labeling
See all →- ModerateMedline Trach Tube Kit Recalled for Component Labeling Discrepancy
FDA (Devices) · 2026-09-02
- ModerateAVID Medical Recalls Halyard Total Joint Kits for Latex Labeling Deficiency
FDA (Devices) · 2026-09-02
- ModerateOlympus Recalls PowerSeal Sealer Due to Incorrect Outer Box Labeling
FDA (Devices) · 2026-09-02
- HighSura Tanmen Ramen Noodles Recalled for Undeclared Fish Allergens
FDA (Food) · 2026-09-02
- SevereWhite Vein Advanced Alkaloids Chewable Tablets Recall for Excess Active Ingredient
FDA (Food) · 2026-09-02