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Recall Observatory FDA recall evidence

Device product

Zimmer¿ Gender Solutions" Patellofemoral Joint Prosthesis Milling Handpiece

Z-0317-2017

September 28, 2016

Class II

Product summary

Firm
Zimmer Biomet, Inc.
Event
Event 75371
Status
Terminated
Classification
Class II
Quantity
703
Official record key
device-enforcement:Z-0317-2017

Official wording

Reason: Complaints have been reported that the handpiece is inoperable. The investigation found that the complaints were related to the lack of preventative maintenance contrary to what is recommended in the instructions for use included with the handpiece. An inoperable device may lead to a delay in surgery

Code information: Item Number 00-5927-040-00 Serial Number All

Distribution pattern: Nationwide. CANADA HONG KONG KOREA SINGAPORE CHINA VENEZUELA AUSTRALIA JAPAN NETHERLANDS GERMANY INDIA TAIWAN

Derived failure modes

  • Unknown

    reason.no_named_rule · v1.0.0

    Complaints have been reported that the handpiece is inoperable. The investigation found that the complaints were related to the lack of preventative maintenance contrary to what is recommended in the instructions for use included with the handpiece. An inoperable device may lead to a delay in surgery