Biomet Cobalt-Chrome Femoral Components, 32MM MOD HEAD COCR -6MM NECK; 32MM MOD HEAD COCR -3 MM NECK; 32MM MOD HEAD COCR STD NECK ; 32MM MOD HEAD COCR +3MM NECK; 32MM COCR MOD HD +6MM NO SKIRT Hip joint replacement components include: femoral stems, femoral heads, acetabular shells, and acetabular liners.
Class I - DangerousWhat Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: Part Numbers: 163667; 163668; 163669; 163670; 163674; Use-by 2025-03-18; Lot Numbers: 331620; 331650; 453080; 453090; 453110; 453120; 489140; 453180; 471380; 471410; 044600; 332720; 375590; 375620; 375630; 375640; 375650; 465840; 466050; 470060; 471430; 471440; 471450; 375660; 375670; 375700; 453220
- 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:
- Biomet, Inc.
- Reason for Recall:
- Biomet hip joint, knee joint and shoulder joint replacement components device labeling contains incorrect GTIN (Global Trade Identification Number) codes.
- Classification:
- Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
- Status:
- terminated
Product Information
Full Description:
Biomet Cobalt-Chrome Femoral Components, 32MM MOD HEAD COCR -6MM NECK; 32MM MOD HEAD COCR -3 MM NECK; 32MM MOD HEAD COCR STD NECK ; 32MM MOD HEAD COCR +3MM NECK; 32MM COCR MOD HD +6MM NO SKIRT Hip joint replacement components include: femoral stems, femoral heads, acetabular shells, and acetabular liners.
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
Part Numbers: 163667; 163668; 163669; 163670; 163674; Use-by 2025-03-18; Lot Numbers: 331620; 331650; 453080; 453090; 453110; 453120; 489140; 453180; 471380; 471410; 044600; 332720; 375590; 375620; 375630; 375640; 375650; 465840; 466050; 470060; 471430; 471440; 471450; 375660; 375670; 375700; 453220
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:
View on FDA.govFDA Recall Number: Z-1757-2015
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