Zimmer Periarticular Locking Plate System 3.5mm Locking Screw 58 mm Length; Zimmer Periarticular Locking Plate System 2.4mm Locking Screw 14 mm Length. Indicated for temporary internal fixation and stabilization of osteotomies and fractures.
FDA Recall Z-0646-2016 · Posted None
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Recalling FirmZimmer Biomet, Inc.
Recall StatusTerminated
Product CodeHWC
Date Initiated2015-12-09
Date Terminated2016-11-08
Product Quantity400
Reason for Recall
Product on the package label did not match what was inside the package.
The label was for part number 00-2359-058-35 (Zimmer Periarticular Locking Plate System 3.5mm Locking Screw 58mm Length) lot number 62918019 while the product inside the package was part number 00-2359-014-24 (Zimmer Periarticular Locking Plate System 2.4mm Locking Screw 14mm Length) lot number 62896038.
Firm Action
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.
If after reviewing this notification you 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.
Root Cause
Labeling Change Control
Distribution Pattern
Worldwide Distribution-US including the states of CA, NY, PA, AL, FL, GA, ID, WI, MO, SC, NC, and ME, and the countries of Brazil, Dominican Republic, Taiwan, China, Uruguay, Australia, Japan, Malaysia, India, Belgium, France, Italy, Netherlands, Poland, United Arab Emirates, and Canada.
Related FDA 510(k) Records
Devices referenced by this recall via K-numbers.
Official Source
View FDA Recall →Source: FDA Enforcement Report / Recall database. Always confirm against the official FDA record.
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