[Recalled] 4.5 mm Malleolar Screw Sterile zimmer — Zimmer is recalling various trauma screws that failed a leak test due to damage… | FDA 2014-07-22
Authorities recorded a safety problem with this product. The details below come directly from the government recall notice.
Recall details
| Product | 4.5 mm Malleolar Screw Sterile zimmer |
|---|---|
| Brand / manufacturer | Zimmer, Inc. |
| Category | device |
| Issuing authority | FDA_DEVICE |
| Reference | Z-2250-2014 |
| Country of notice | United States |
| Risk level | Class II |
| Hazard type | recall |
| Notice date | 22 July 2014 |
Why it was recalled
According to the FDA_DEVICE notice, the identified hazard is: Zimmer is recalling various trauma screws that failed a leak test due to damage of the inner cavity only.
This Class II recall concerns device products distributed in United States and was recorded by FDA_DEVICE. Recalls in this category are published so that owners, retailers, and importers can identify affected units and act quickly.
What to do if you own this product
Check whether your unit is affected and follow the authority's guidance before further use.
Read the full official notice →
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