Zimmer Biomet, Inc. recalls K-Wire Trochar Tip, Model Number 212000008 Product Usage: These DVR Express Disposable Instruments are used to facilita…

Recall date

May 28, 2019

Source

U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) — enforcement report

Recall number

Z-1948-2019

FDA classification

Class II

Brand / firm

Zimmer Biomet, Inc.

Sold / distributed

Worldwide Distribution - US Nationwide: AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, MI, MN, MO, NC, NE, NJ, NM, NY, OH OK, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX, UT, WA, WI, WV, and Puerto Rico. Products were distributed to the following foreign countries: Australia, Canada, Chile, Japan, Netherlands.

Why it was recalled

There is a potential for weak seals of the sterile packaging.

Class II means using this product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems; the chance of serious harm is remote.

What was recalled

K-Wire Trochar Tip, Model Number 212000008 Product Usage: These DVR Express Disposable Instruments are used to facilitate implantation of orthopedic medical devices in trauma.