Recall Z-0709-2019

Zimmer Biomet, Inc. · initiated November 20, 2018

Class II Terminated

Class II – products that might cause a temporary health problem or pose a slight threat of a serious nature

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 the hand, foot, radius, ulna, ankle, humerus, scapula and pelvis, particularly in osteopenic bone

Codes / lots: LOT 029970 UDI (01)00880304535572(17)280501(10)029970

Reason for recall

One lot of product labeled 2.7mm x18mm Lock Screw Square Drive (Lot 029970) contains 20mm locking screws and one lot of product labeled 2.7mm x 20mm Lock Screw Square Drive (Lot 029980) contains 18mm locking screws

FDA-determined cause: Packaging process control

Action taken

Zimmer Biomet issued Urgent Medical Device Recall letter on 11/20/18 advising of the problem, heath risk and action to be taken- Quarantine and return product. Complete Attachment 1 Certificate of Acknowledgement. Contact customer service at 574-371-3071 between 8:00 am and 5:00pm EST, Monday through Friday.

Details

Recall number
Z-0709-2019
Initiated
November 20, 2018
Terminated
April 14, 2020
Product code
LXT – Appliance, Fixation, Nail/Blade/Plate Combination, Multiple Component, Metal Composite
Quantity
50 pieces
Distribution
Country of Japan
Recalling firm
Zimmer Biomet, Inc., Warsaw, IN

Official FDA recall record

Other products in the same recall event

RecallProductInitiated
Z-0708-2019 Class IIBiomet DVR Crosslock Screws- 2.7mm x 20mm, Sterile ITEM 131827120 Product Usage: The…One lot of product labeled 2.7mm x18mm Lock Screw Square Drive (Lot 029970) contains 20mm locking screws and… 11/20/2018Terminated