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Biolox Ceramic Option Head Zimmer 12/14 40mm -3, Item Number 00-8777-040-01

Class I - Dangerous
🏥 Medical Devices Recalled: November 2, 2023 Biomet Other Medical Devices

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    UDI-DI: 00889024430556; Lot Number: 3145299
  2. Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
  3. Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
  4. Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
  5. Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.

⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.

Recall Details

Company:
Biomet, Inc.
Reason for Recall:
One product complaint was received reporting that there was an incorrect adapter in the packaging. An adapter with neck length M/+0 was inside the product packaging, which should have contained an adapter with neck length S/-3.0. The difference in neck length may be recognized by the size (S or M) indicator on the device.
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.

Status:
ongoing

Product Information

Full Description:

Biolox Ceramic Option Head Zimmer 12/14 40mm -3, Item Number 00-8777-040-01

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

UDI-DI: 00889024430556; Lot Number: 3145299

Distribution:

Distributed in: US, AL, CA, MD, MI, NC, OH, OK, TN, TX

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:

View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: Z-0569-2024

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