Product 18 consists of all product under product code: HWC and same usage: Item no: 47248001441 CANC SCR 4.0MM X 14MM FUL 47248001641 CANC SCR 4.0MM X 16MM FUL 47248001840 CANC SCR 4.0MM X 18MM 47248001841 CANC SCR 4.0MM X 18MM FUL 47248002041 CANC SCR 4.0MM X 20MM FUL 47248002441 CANC SCR 4.0MM X 24MM FUL 47248003641 CANC SCR 4.0MM X 36MM FUL Product Usage: A smooth or threaded metallic bone fixation fastener is a device intended to be implanted that consists of a stiff wire segment or rod made of alloys, such as cobalt-chromium-molybdenum and stainless steel, and that may be smooth on the outside, fully or partially threaded, straight or U-shaped; and may be either blunt pointed, sharp pointed, or have a formed, slotted head on the end. It may be used for fixation of bone fractures, for bone reconstructions, as a guide pin for insertion of other implants, or it may be implanted through the skin so that a pulling force (traction) may be applied to the skeletal system.
Class I - DangerousWhat Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: lot no.: 62050736 62230456 62261576 61976745 62127763 62230457 62261627 62261659 61955473
- Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
- Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
- Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
- 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:
- Zimmer Manufacturing B.V.
- Reason for Recall:
- As a result of the insufficient sealer calibration data for product packaged in firm's Building II between August 2010 and April 2013. The affected products are sterile.
- Classification:
- Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
- Status:
- terminated
Product Information
Full Description:
Product 18 consists of all product under product code: HWC and same usage: Item no: 47248001441 CANC SCR 4.0MM X 14MM FUL 47248001641 CANC SCR 4.0MM X 16MM FUL 47248001840 CANC SCR 4.0MM X 18MM 47248001841 CANC SCR 4.0MM X 18MM FUL 47248002041 CANC SCR 4.0MM X 20MM FUL 47248002441 CANC SCR 4.0MM X 24MM FUL 47248003641 CANC SCR 4.0MM X 36MM FUL Product Usage: A smooth or threaded metallic bone fixation fastener is a device intended to be implanted that consists of a stiff wire segment or rod made of alloys, such as cobalt-chromium-molybdenum and stainless steel, and that may be smooth on the outside, fully or partially threaded, straight or U-shaped; and may be either blunt pointed, sharp pointed, or have a formed, slotted head on the end. It may be used for fixation of bone fractures, for bone reconstructions, as a guide pin for insertion of other implants, or it may be implanted through the skin so that a pulling force (traction) may be applied to the skeletal system.
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
lot no.: 62050736 62230456 62261576 61976745 62127763 62230457 62261627 62261659 61955473
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:
View on FDA.govFDA Recall Number: Z-1116-2016
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