FDA Device Recalls

Recalls /

#82567

Product

Zimmer ITST Intertrochanteric/subtrochanteric fixation tapered reamer, nonsterile; REF 2258-50-00.

FDA product code
HSBRod, Fixation, Intramedullary And Accessories
Device class
Class 2
Medical specialty
Orthopedic
510(k) numbers
K032367
Affected lot / code info
Lots 60633223 and 60740476.

Why it was recalled

Reamers labeled as having a standard diameter may actually be the dimensions of an Asia reamer, and vice versa.

Root cause (FDA determination)

Process control

Action the firm took

Zimmer sent an Urgent Device Recall letter dated 6/5/09 to all consignees and instructed to locate and return the products.

Recalling firm

Firm
Zimmer Inc.
Address
345 E Main St, Warsaw, Indiana 46580-2746

Distribution

Distribution pattern
Worldwide distribution: USA, China, Germany, Japan, Korea and Thailand.

Timeline

Recall initiated
2009-06-05
Posted by FDA
2009-08-04
Terminated
2009-12-22
Status

Source: openFDA Device Recall endpoint. Recall record ID #82567. The FDA issues recall classifications as health-hazard assessments, not legal findings; for legal claims consult a licensed attorney.