Zimmer Recalls
550 recalls on record · September 5, 1978 to July 1, 2026 · Medical Devices, Vehicles
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Count of recall notices naming this brand, by the year the recall was announced. A quiet year is not proof of a safe year.
November 6, 2013Medical DevicesFDA
Zimmer, Inc. recalls Zimmer¿ Unicompartmental Knee Femoral Component. Indicated for patients with painful and/or disabling knee joint.
Hazard: The low density polyethylene (LDPE) bag used to package implants adheres to the highly polished surface of the devices.
November 6, 2013Medical DevicesFDA
Zimmer, Inc. recalls Natural-Knee¿ Flex Femoral Component. Provides increased flexion capability.
Hazard: The low density polyethylene (LDPE) bag used to package implants adheres to the highly polished surface of the devices.
November 6, 2013Medical DevicesFDA
Zimmer, Inc. recalls NexGen¿ Femoral Component (CR-FLEX GSF POR FEM, C-L; CR-FLEX GSF POR FEM, C-R; CR-FLEX GSF POR FEM, C-L MINUS; CR-FLEX G
Hazard: The low density polyethylene (LDPE) bag used to package implants adheres to the highly polished surface of the devices.
November 6, 2013Medical DevicesFDA
Zimmer, Inc. recalls NexGen¿ Femoral Component (CR-FLEX GSF PRECOAT SZ C-L; CR-FLEX GSF PRECOAT SZ C-R ; CR-FLEX GSF PCT SZ C-L MINUS; CR
Hazard: The low density polyethylene (LDPE) bag used to package implants adheres to the highly polished surface of the devices.
November 6, 2013Medical DevicesFDA
Zimmer, Inc. recalls CoCr Head (Not distributed in the United States) Used in total hip replacement.
Hazard: The low density polyethylene (LDPE) bag used to package implants adheres to the highly polished surface of the devices.
November 6, 2013Medical DevicesFDA
Zimmer, Inc. recalls Metasul¿ Head. Intended for use either with or without bone cement in total hip arthroplasty.
Hazard: The low density polyethylene (LDPE) bag used to package implants adheres to the highly polished surface of the devices.
November 6, 2013Medical DevicesFDA
Zimmer, Inc. recalls Versys¿ Beaded Fullcoat Femoral Stem (POR FULL-CT FEM ST 11X160MM; VERSYS BEADED FC 11X200MM 8ST; POR FULLCT FEM ST 11 L
Hazard: The low density polyethylene (LDPE) bag used to package implants adheres to the highly polished surface of the devices.
November 6, 2013Medical DevicesFDA
Zimmer, Inc. recalls CPT¿ Femoral Stem (CPT 12/14 STEM SIZE 0 COCR; CPT 12/14 SIZE 0 COCR EXT; CPT 12/14 STEM SIZE 1 COCR; CPT 12/14 SIZE 1 C
Hazard: The low density polyethylene (LDPE) bag used to package implants adheres to the highly polished surface of the devices.
November 6, 2013Medical DevicesFDA
Zimmer, Inc. recalls Multipolar¿ Bipolar Cup METAL SHELL 38 MM OD through 71 MM OD. Indicated in fracture dislocation of the hip.
Hazard: The low density polyethylene (LDPE) bag used to package implants adheres to the highly polished surface of the devices.
September 4, 2013Medical DevicesFDA
Zimmer, Inc. recalls ZIMMER PERIARTICULAR LOCKING PLATE SYSTEM DISTAL MEDIAL HUMERAL LOCKING PLATE, SHORT RIGHT 11 HOLES 178 MM LENGTH
Hazard: Zimmer is initiating a lot specific voluntary recall of the Distal Medial Humeral Locking Plate, Short due to the incorrect information printed on the Chinese label. The original label indicates that implants are RIGHT sided, but the Chinese label indicates that the implants are LEFT sided.
September 4, 2013Medical DevicesFDA
Zimmer, Inc. recalls VERSA-FX II FEMORAL FIXATION SYSTEM COMPRESSION TUBE/PLATE, standard and short - low profile, different hole/length comb
Hazard: Single packaging configuration used for the VERSA-FX-II Femoral Fixation System failed the leak test compromising the sterility of the product.
September 4, 2013Medical DevicesFDA
Zimmer, Inc. recalls VERSA-FX II FEMORAL FIXATION SYSTEM COMPRESSION TUBE/PLATE, standard and short low profiles, several holes/length combin
Hazard: Single packaging configuration used for the VERSA-FX-II Femoral Fixation System failed the leak test compromising the sterility of the product.
September 4, 2013Medical DevicesFDA
Zimmer, Inc. recalls VERSA-FX FEMORAL FIXATION SYSTEM COMPRESSION LAG SCREW, several length (55 mm to 155 mm), diameters (12.7 mm and 15.8 m
Hazard: Single packaging configuration used for the VERSA-FX-II Femoral Fixation System failed the leak test compromising the sterility of the product.
September 4, 2013Medical DevicesFDA
Zimmer, Inc. recalls Free Lock Femoral Hip Fixation System Compression Tube/Plate, different length (59, 75, 91, 107, 123 mm), holes (2, 3, 4
Hazard: Single packaging configuration used for the VERSA-FX-II Femoral Fixation System failed the leak test compromising the sterility of the product.
September 4, 2013Medical DevicesFDA
Zimmer, Inc. recalls Free Lock Femoral Hip Fixation System Compression Lag Screw . Several lengths (55 to 150 mm) and diameters (12.7 and 15.
Hazard: Single packaging configuration used for the VERSA-FX-II Femoral Fixation System failed the leak test compromising the sterility of the product.
September 4, 2013Medical DevicesFDA
Zimmer, Inc. recalls 00 4309-049-00 Trabecular Metal Reverse Shoulder Glenosphere Distractor Rx, Non sterile (sterilize before use) The G
Hazard: Zimmer is initiating a lot specific recall of the Trabecular Metal" Reverse Glenosphere Distractor due to the potential of the device not functioning properly should it be utilized without proper lubrication. As a result, there is a potential for the device to fail to provide impact to the Glenosphere when the trigger is pulled. In addition, there is a potential for the foot of the device to fract
August 28, 2013Medical DevicesFDA
Zimmer, Inc. recalls 00597104110 Provisional CR ART SURF PROV 56/STR GRN 10, Rx, Sterile; 00597104112 Provisional CR ART SURF PROV 56/ST
Hazard: Surgeons are implanting components of the NexGen Cruciate Retaining (CR) Complete Knee System in combinations that are not approved (micro with standard). Includes CR Micro Femurs, Articular Surface, Patellae, instruments and provisionals combined with standard components. A March 2012 recall reiterated the proper combination labeling, but the mis match problem continues. Zimmer is removing the d
August 28, 2013Medical DevicesFDA
Zimmer, Inc. recalls 00597103110 Provisional CR ART SURF PROV 34/STR YEL 10, Rx, Sterile; 00597103112 Provisional CR ART SURF PROV 34/ST
Hazard: Surgeons are implanting components of the NexGen Cruciate Retaining (CR) Complete Knee System in combinations that are not approved (micro with standard). Includes CR Micro Femurs, Articular Surface, Patellae, instruments and provisionals combined with standard components. A March 2012 recall reiterated the proper combination labeling, but the mis match problem continues. Zimmer is removing the d
August 28, 2013Medical DevicesFDA
Zimmer, Inc. recalls 00597102010 Provisional CR ART SURF PROV 12/PURPLE 10, Rx, Sterile; 00597102012 Provisional CR ART SURF PROV 12/PUR
Hazard: Surgeons are implanting components of the NexGen Cruciate Retaining (CR) Complete Knee System in combinations that are not approved (micro with standard). Includes CR Micro Femurs, Articular Surface, Patellae, instruments and provisionals combined with standard components. A March 2012 recall reiterated the proper combination labeling, but the mis match problem continues. Zimmer is removing the d
August 28, 2013Medical DevicesFDA
Zimmer, Inc. recalls 00597504110 Provisional AC ART SURF PROV 56/STR GRN 10, Rx, Sterile; 00597504112 Provisional AC ART SURF PROV 56/ST
Hazard: Surgeons are implanting components of the NexGen Cruciate Retaining (CR) Complete Knee System in combinations that are not approved (micro with standard). Includes CR Micro Femurs, Articular Surface, Patellae, instruments and provisionals combined with standard components. A March 2012 recall reiterated the proper combination labeling, but the mis match problem continues. Zimmer is removing the d
August 28, 2013Medical DevicesFDA
Zimmer, Inc. recalls 00597503110 Provisional AC ARTSURF PROV 34/STRIPE YEL10, Rx, Sterile; 00597503112 Provisional AC ARTSURF PROV 34/ST
Hazard: Surgeons are implanting components of the NexGen Cruciate Retaining (CR) Complete Knee System in combinations that are not approved (micro with standard). Includes CR Micro Femurs, Articular Surface, Patellae, instruments and provisionals combined with standard components. A March 2012 recall reiterated the proper combination labeling, but the mis match problem continues. Zimmer is removing the d
August 28, 2013Medical DevicesFDA
Zimmer, Inc. recalls 00597502010 Provisional AC ART SURF PROV 12/PUR 10, Rx, Sterile; 00597502012 Provisional AC ART SURF PROV 12/PUR 12
Hazard: Surgeons are implanting components of the NexGen Cruciate Retaining (CR) Complete Knee System in combinations that are not approved (micro with standard). Includes CR Micro Femurs, Articular Surface, Patellae, instruments and provisionals combined with standard components. A March 2012 recall reiterated the proper combination labeling, but the mis match problem continues. Zimmer is removing the d
August 28, 2013Medical DevicesFDA
Zimmer, Inc. recalls 00597106126 Provisional MIC POROUS PAT PROV 26MMX10MM, Rx, Sterile; 00597106129 Provisional MIC POROUS PAT PROV 29M
Hazard: Surgeons are implanting components of the NexGen Cruciate Retaining (CR) Complete Knee System in combinations that are not approved (micro with standard). Includes CR Micro Femurs, Articular Surface, Patellae, instruments and provisionals combined with standard components. A March 2012 recall reiterated the proper combination labeling, but the mis match problem continues. Zimmer is removing the d
August 28, 2013Medical DevicesFDA
Zimmer, Inc. recalls 00597106126 Provisional ALL POLY PAT PROV MICRO SZ 26, Rx, Sterile; 00597106129 Provisional ALL POLY PAT PROV MICRO
Hazard: Surgeons are implanting components of the NexGen Cruciate Retaining (CR) Complete Knee System in combinations that are not approved (micro with standard). Includes CR Micro Femurs, Articular Surface, Patellae, instruments and provisionals combined with standard components. A March 2012 recall reiterated the proper combination labeling, but the mis match problem continues. Zimmer is removing the d
August 28, 2013Medical DevicesFDA
Zimmer, Inc. recalls 00598706201 Provisional CRA FEM PROV/CUT GDE SZ BML, Rx, Sterile; 00598706202 Provisional CRA FEM PROV/CUT GDE SZ B
Hazard: Surgeons are implanting components of the NexGen Cruciate Retaining (CR) Complete Knee System in combinations that are not approved (micro with standard). Includes CR Micro Femurs, Articular Surface, Patellae, instruments and provisionals combined with standard components. A March 2012 recall reiterated the proper combination labeling, but the mis match problem continues. Zimmer is removing the d
August 28, 2013Medical DevicesFDA
Zimmer, Inc. recalls 00595501201 Provisional CR-FLEX FEM PROV SZ B-L, Rx, Sterile; 00595501202 Provisional CR-FLEX FEM PROV SZ B-R, Rx,
Hazard: Surgeons are implanting components of the NexGen Cruciate Retaining (CR) Complete Knee System in combinations that are not approved (micro with standard). Includes CR Micro Femurs, Articular Surface, Patellae, instruments and provisionals combined with standard components. A March 2012 recall reiterated the proper combination labeling, but the mis match problem continues. Zimmer is removing the d
August 28, 2013Medical DevicesFDA
Zimmer, Inc. recalls 00597101101 Provisional CR PROV FRM COMP SIZE AML, Rx, Sterile; 00597101102 Provisional CR PROV FRM COMP SIZE AMR,
Hazard: Surgeons are implanting components of the NexGen Cruciate Retaining (CR) Complete Knee System in combinations that are not approved (micro with standard). Includes CR Micro Femurs, Articular Surface, Patellae, instruments and provisionals combined with standard components. A March 2012 recall reiterated the proper combination labeling, but the mis match problem continues. Zimmer is removing the d
August 28, 2013Medical DevicesFDA
Zimmer, Inc. recalls 00597604110 Articular Surface AC ART SURF 56/STRIPED GRN 10, Rx, Sterile; 00597604112 Articular Surface AC ART SURF 5
Hazard: Surgeons are implanting components of the NexGen Cruciate Retaining (CR) Complete Knee System in combinations that are not approved (micro with standard). Includes CR Micro Femurs, Articular Surface, Patellae, instruments and provisionals combined with standard components. A March 2012 recall reiterated the proper combination labeling, but the mis match problem continues. Zimmer is removing the d
August 28, 2013Medical DevicesFDA
Zimmer, Inc. recalls 00597204109 Articular Surface CR ART SURF 56/STRIPE GRN 9, Rx, Sterile; 00597204110 Articular Surface CR ART SURF 56/
Hazard: Surgeons are implanting components of the NexGen Cruciate Retaining (CR) Complete Knee System in combinations that are not approved (micro with standard). Includes CR Micro Femurs, Articular Surface, Patellae, instruments and provisionals combined with standard components. A March 2012 recall reiterated the proper combination labeling, but the mis match problem continues. Zimmer is removing the d
August 28, 2013Medical DevicesFDA
Zimmer, Inc. recalls 90597004109 Articular Surface CR ART SURF AE56/STR GRN 09MM, Rx, Sterile; 90597004110 Articular Surface CR ART SURF A
Hazard: Surgeons are implanting components of the NexGen Cruciate Retaining (CR) Complete Knee System in combinations that are not approved (micro with standard). Includes CR Micro Femurs, Articular Surface, Patellae, instruments and provisionals combined with standard components. A March 2012 recall reiterated the proper combination labeling, but the mis match problem continues. Zimmer is removing the d