—#142561

Product

Zimmer Universal Locking System 3.5mm Locking Reconstruction Plate Straight 11 Holes 144mm Length Zimmer Universal Locking System 3.5mm Locking Dual Compression Plate 8 Holes 105mm Length. Indicated for temporary internal fixation and stabilization of osteotomies and fractures.

FDA product code: HRS — Plate, Fixation, Bone
Device class: Class 2
Medical specialty: Orthopedic
510(k) numbers: K060710
Affected lot / code info: Part 00-4936-011-13, Lot 62968956 3.5MM ULS RECON PLATE 11H Part 00-4936-008-07, Lot 62968974 3.5MM ULS DUAL COMP PLT 8

Why it was recalled

The product on the package label did not match what was inside the package. The label was for part number 00-4936-011-13 lot number 62968956 while the product inside the package was part number 00-4936-008-07 lot number 62968974.

Root cause (FDA determination)

Labeling Change Control

Action the firm took

On 12/9/2015, URGENT MEDICAL DEVICE RECALL notifications were sent to the affected distributors and hospital risk managers via courier with instructions for identifying and returning the affected product. The recall notification included a description of the reason for the recall, affected product, consignee responsibilities, and instructions for responding to the formal recall notification. Specifically, customers were asked to review the notification and ensure all affected personnel are aware of the information; assist the Zimmer Biomet sales representative with the quarantine and removal of any of the identified affected product; and complete and return the Certificate of Acknowledgement form. If after reviewing this notification customers have further questions or concerns please call the customer call center at 1-877-946-2761. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. through 5 p.m. EST.

Recalling firm

Firm: Zimmer Biomet, Inc.
Address: 1800 W Center St, Warsaw, Indiana 46580-2304

Distribution

Distribution pattern: Worldwide Distribution -- USA, including the states of MN, NY, MS, AL, OH, KY, ME, and NM; and, the countries of Taiwan, Korea, Singapore, El Salvador, Uruguay, Czech Republic, France, Italy, Poland, United Kingdom, South Africa, and Slovakia.

Timeline

Recall initiated: 2015-12-09
Terminated: 2016-11-08
Status: —

Source: openFDA Device Recall endpoint. Recall record ID #142561. The FDA issues recall classifications as health-hazard assessments, not legal findings; for legal claims consult a licensed attorney.