Recall Z-1131-2021

Biomet, Inc. · initiated January 15, 2021

Class II Terminated

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

Product

Central Screw 6.5x25mm - Product Usage: used as a sterile screw that is intended for implantable shoulder prosthesis assembly and/or fixation.

Codes / lots: Model No.: 115395, Lot No.: 077170, UDI: (01) 00880304677074 (17) 301010 (10) 077170

Reason for recall

Zimmer Biomet is conducting a lot specific medical device recall for the Comprehensive Reverse Shoulder Central Screw, 25 MM Length. It has been determined through a complaint investigation that a 40 MM length central screw was packaged and labeled as a 25 MM length central screw.

FDA-determined cause: Labeling Change Control

Action taken

On 01/19/2019, Zimmer Biomet issued Urgent Medical Device Recall notices to distributors with direct sales and/or fielded inventory via email and traceable letter sent via FedEx. Hospitals with direct sales or current inventory will be notified via FedEx. Zimmer Biomet is conducting a lot specific medical device recall for the Comprehensive Reverse Shoulder Central Screw, 25 MM Length. It has been determined through a complaint investigation that a 40 MM length central screw was packaged and labeled as a 25 MM length central screw.

Details

Recall number
Z-1131-2021
Initiated
January 15, 2021
Terminated
March 9, 2023
Product code
PHX – Shoulder Prosthesis, Reverse Configuration
Quantity
49
Distribution
US Nationwide distribution including in the states of MS, MN, KY, FL, MI, OH, AZ, IL, WI, CA, UT, TN.
Recalling firm
Biomet, Inc., Warsaw, IN

Official FDA recall record