FDA Recall Terminated

Zimmer VerSys Hip System Femoral Head, 12/14 taper, 28 mm dia., neck length +0 mm, sterile, Zimmer, Warsaw, IN; REF 8018-28-02. Intended for mating femoral stems equipped with tapered necks.

Recall: Z-0198-2010 · Initiated August 3, 2009

Recall

Recall Number
Z-0198-2010
Event Number
52836
Firm
Zimmer Inc.
FEI Number
1000220733
Product Code
LPH
Status
Terminated
Root Cause
Manufacturing material removal
Initiated
August 3, 2009
Posted
November 13, 2009
Terminated
December 15, 2009
Address
345 E Main St, Warsaw, IN, 46580-2746

Description

Zimmer VerSys Hip System Femoral Head, 12/14 taper, 28 mm dia., neck length +0 mm, sterile, Zimmer, Warsaw, IN; REF 8018-28-02. Intended for mating femoral stems equipped with tapered necks.

Reason

Manufacturing material may be present on the surface of the implant.

Action

An Urgent: Device Recall letter, dated 8/3/2009, was issued to consignees. The letter identified the affected product, stated the reason for the recall, the clinical implications (risks to health), and actions to be taken. Customers are to locate any unused devices and quarantine them immediately, carry out a physical count of affected product and record the data on the Return Certification Form included with the letter, and fax a copy of the completed form back to Zimmer, Inc. at 574-372-4265. Customers are to return the recalled product along with the completed Inventory Return Certification Form. A "Dear Surgeon" letter will be issued to any hospitals where the devices have been implanted.

Distribution

Worldwide Distribution -- USA, Brazil, Canada, and Switzerland.

Quantity

104