FDA Device Recalls

Recalls /

#139224

Product

Vision RingLoc Shell 50 mm Size 23. Hip joint replacement prosthesis.

FDA product code
LPHProsthesis, Hip, Semi-Constrained, Metal/Polymer, Porous Uncemented
Device class
Class 2
Medical specialty
Orthopedic
510(k) numbers
K093235
Affected lot / code info
Part Number:135250; Lot Number:946410

Why it was recalled

The device was assembled without screw hole plugs.

Root cause (FDA determination)

Under Investigation by firm

Action the firm took

Zimmer Biomet issued notices on July 28, 2015, via FedEx overnight mail and e-mail to customers. Customers were asked to return response forms and recalled devices to Zimmer Biomet. Customers with questions may call Seth Pixton, Field Action Specialist, at 574-372-1570, Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, or e-mail at: seth.pixton@zimmerbiomet.com.

Recalling firm

Firm
Biomet, Inc.
Address
56 E Bell Dr, Warsaw, Indiana 46582-6989

Distribution

Distribution pattern
Distributed in Canada and Japan.

Timeline

Recall initiated
2015-07-28
Posted by FDA
2015-08-29
Terminated
2016-05-17
Status

Source: openFDA Device Recall endpoint. Recall record ID #139224. The FDA issues recall classifications as health-hazard assessments, not legal findings; for legal claims consult a licensed attorney.