Continuum Acetabular Systems Shell Inserter Adapter without Rotational Control, 00-8790-003-10, Zimmer Inc., Warsaw, IN.
FDA device recall Z-0072-2011 · posted 2010-10-15 · Terminated
Recall details
- Recalling firm
- Zimmer Inc.
- Reason for recall
- The firm has received reports of users encountering difficulties in usage leading to surgical delays or minor damage to a threaded surface of the shell implant.
- Action taken
- The firm sent Urgent: Device Removal letters dated 3/15/2010. The letter identified the affected product, described the issue, discussed the clinical implications, and provided a list of required actions. The consignees were instructed to perform an inventory of the recalled product and report the amount on hand to Zimmer by completing the Inventory Return Certification Form. After Zimmer received the report, they would send out new product to the consignee. After new product was received the consignees were instructed to return the recalled product to Zimmer. The firm expects to have all product replaced by 4/30/2010. If there are any questions or additional info needed, consignees should contact Zimmer, Inc. at 1-800-613-6131 or 574-372-4463.
- Root cause
- Device Design
- Status
- Terminated
- Product code
- LXH
- Quantity affected
- 1125 all products
- Distribution
- Worldwide Distribution -- US, Singapore, Australia, Portugal, Germany, Switzerland, Spain, Finland, United Kingdom, Israel, Italy and Sweden.
- Date initiated
- 2010-03-19
- Date posted
- 2010-10-15
- Date terminated
- 2011-01-12
- Location
- Warsaw, IN
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Related 510(k) clearances
| Record | Firm | Date |
|---|---|---|
| ZIMMER CONTINUUM ACETABULAR SYSTEM, ZIMMER TRILOGY IT ACETABULAR SYSTEM (K091508) | Zimmer, Inc. | 2009-09-11 |