Biomet, Inc. recalls
Every recall we track for Biomet, Inc. — 141 in all, from 2018–2026 — plus the complaints and injury reports the public filed about them. 4 are rated “stop using now”.
Recalls per year, by danger level
Recalls from Biomet, Inc. peaked in 2020 (74); 141 since 2017. 3% rated “stop using now”.
All FDA recall records for Biomet, Inc. since 2017, counted by recall date (one bar per calendar year; 2026 is partial). Danger level is GovInfoNow’s plain-language rating; “not yet rated” records are still being written up.
| Year | Stop using now | Use caution | Lower risk | Not yet rated | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2019 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 2 | 2 | 65 | 5 | 74 |
| 2021 | 1 | 4 | 8 | 5 | 18 |
| 2022 | 0 | 4 | 11 | 1 | 16 |
| 2023 | 1 | 18 | 3 | 0 | 22 |
| 2024 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| 2025 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| 2026 (to date) | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
What to do if you have a recalled Biomet, Inc. product
- Match the model, catalog or lot number on your device to the recall.
- Ask the prescribing clinician or supplier what to do — many device recalls are corrections, not removals.
- Report problems to FDA MedWatch.
All Biomet, Inc. recalls
29 shown- Lower riskMedical device
Biomet, Inc. recalls Intramedullary Bone Saw Blade Assembly Model/Catalog Number: 475625 Product Description: Intramedullary Bone Saw Blade
Biomet recalls Intramedullary Bone Saw Blade Assembly Model 475625 due to potential sterile packaging damage from exposed blades. Affected units may pose infection risks during surgery.
BiometJul 1, 2026 - Lower riskMedical device
Biomet, Inc. recalls BIOMET ZipTight, Acute AC Joint Implant, Single Ziploop , Model/Catalog Number: 904834; Fixation System for AC Joint
Biomet recalls a specific AC joint implant model due to potential missing button assembly in one lot. Affected units may need replacement to prevent improper repair.
BiometSep 23, 2025 - Lower riskMedical device
Biomet, Inc. recalls Juggerknot Mini Soft Anchors, Model/Catalog Number: 912080
Biomet recalls Juggerknot Mini Soft Anchors (model 912080) due to incorrect product labels in shipping cartons. This mismatch may cause confusion for users.
BiometSep 9, 2025 - Lower riskMedical device
Biomet, Inc. recalls JuggerLoc/ToggleLoc 2.9mm Drill Guide, Model number 110027357
Biomet recalls 2.9mm Drill Guides (Model 110027357) due to warping in packaging that may delay surgery or cause tissue reactions. Affected units include specific lots sold in the US.
BiometOct 21, 2024 - Use cautionMedical device
Biomet, Inc. recalls RingLoc Bi-Polar Hip System Acetabular Cup, 41 mm Outer Diameter - Used in hip hemi-arthroplasty Item Number: 11-165206
Biomet recalls RingLoc Bi-Polar Hip System Acetabular Cups with 41mm outer diameter that may cause joint instability requiring surgery. Affected units have specific lot numbers.
BiometMay 17, 2024 - Lower riskMedical device
Biomet, Inc. recalls Vanguard Knee System AS Tibial Bearing / DCM ArCom, 12 MM X 75 MM; Model Number 189082. The product is placed into a
Biomet recalls Vanguard Knee System AS Tibial Bearing Model 18908: Possible manufacturing damage may affect safety. Check if your product has model 189082, lot 65966530, or UDI-DI (01)00880304436954(17)280413(10)65966530.
BiometMar 13, 2024 - Lower riskMedical device
Biomet, Inc. recalls Biolox Ceramic Option Head Zimmer 12/14 40mm +0, Item Number 00-8777-040-02
Biomet recalls Biolox Ceramic Option Head Zimmer 12/14 40mm +0 (Item 00-8777-040-02) due to incorrect adapter in packaging. The adapter with neck length M/+0 was shipped instead of S/-3.0, which may cause improper fit.
BiometNov 2, 2023 - Use cautionMedical device
Biomet, Inc. recalls Compress Device Short Anchor Plug, 26 MM-For Correction of revision of unsuccessful osteotomy, arthrodesis, or previous
Biomet recalls short anchor plugs for joint surgery repairs due to potential metal burrs causing surgery to extend. Affected items have specific lot numbers and model codes.
BiometOct 9, 2023 - Lower riskMedical device
Biomet, Inc. recalls G7 Acetabular System, Dual Mobility Acetabular Liner, 40 mm, Size D, Model Number 110024462
Biomet recalls G7 Acetabular System Dual Mobility Liner (40mm Size D) due to incorrect size labeling. This mismatch may cause improper fit and complications during hip replacement surgery.
BiometFeb 6, 2023 - Lower riskMedical device
Biomet, Inc. recalls (1) Vanguard Knee System PS Open Box Femoral; Left; 57.5 mm. Intended for Knee joint replacement prostheses. Item
Biomet recalls specific Vanguard Knee System PS Open Box Femoral implants due to incorrect labeling of size and side. Affected items may be misused during knee replacement surgery.
BiometDec 29, 2022 - Lower riskMedical device
Biomet, Inc. recalls Oxford Partial Knee System, Fixed Lateral Tibial Construct- Intended to replace part of a knee joint when used in
Biomet recalls Oxford Partial Knee System due to incorrect packaging that may compromise sterile barrier. Affected items have smaller outer carton causing folded Tyvex pouches. Consumers should contact Biomet for details.
BiometDec 15, 2022 - Lower riskMedical device
Biomet, Inc. recalls OSS Modular Arthrodesis Nail, 7 Degree Collar Assembly with Locking Bolts-For use in the replacement of segmental
Biomet recalls OSS Modular Arthrodesis Nail with missing locking bolts that may require extended surgery to replace. Affected items have specific lot numbers and item codes.
BiometNov 29, 2022 - Use cautionMedical device
Biomet, Inc. recalls BIOMET TRAUMA A.L.P.S. FIBULA COMPOSITE LOCKING PLATE 8 HOLE, Item # 856204008. Devices are packaged in a vacuum sealed
Biomet recalls specific fibula plates due to potential packaging failure causing infection risks during surgery. Affected items have item # 856204008 and lot # 913430. Contact for replacement or return.
BiometFeb 14, 2022 - Use cautionMedical device
Biomet, Inc. recalls Comprehensive Shoulder System Primary Shoulder Stem, Micro Length, Porous Plasma, 11 MM, 55 MM Long Item Number: 113611
Biomet recalls certain shoulder stem implants due to potential poor adhesion from improper waterjet rework. Affected items may not stay securely attached, risking complications after surgery.
BiometJan 7, 2022 - Use cautionMedical device
Biomet, Inc. recalls Arcos Modular Revision Hip System Standard Cone Prox Body, Size A, 60 MM Item Number: 11-301301
Biomet recalls Arcos Modular Revision Hip System Standard Cone Prox Body, Size A, : Potential device failure leading to surgical intervention. Check lot numbers for affected units.
BiometJun 2, 2021 - Lower riskMedical device
Biomet, Inc. recalls Central Screw 6.5x25mm - Product Usage: used as a sterile screw that is intended for implantable shoulder prosthesis
Biomet recalls 25mm shoulder screws labeled as 25mm but packaged as 40mm. This mismatch could cause improper implant fixation. Affected units include model 115395 with lot 077170.
BiometJan 15, 2021 - Stop using nowMedical device
Biomet, Inc. recalls A.L.P.S. Clavicle Plating System, Plate, Fixation, Bone, Item Number 233500004 - Product Usage: indicated for fixation
Biomet recalls clavicle plating system item 233500004 due to cold welding risk during surgery. This may cause drill fracture. Affected units have specific lot numbers.
BiometDec 23, 2020 - Use cautionMedical device
Biomet, Inc. recalls Vanguard 360 Revision System Posterior Augment With Bolt - Product Usage: intended for use in knee arthroplasty Item
Biomet recalls Vanguard 360 Revision System Posterior Augment With Bolt due to incorrect tibial bolts in package that may delay knee surgery procedures.
BiometDec 1, 2020 - Lower riskMedical device
Biomet, Inc. recalls 3.0mm Cannulated Screw System, BCS Cannulated Screw System (3.0, 4.0/5.0, 6.5/8.0mm), Item numbers 110009787 110009790,
Biomet recalls specific lots of 3.0mm cannulated screw systems due to potential packaging seal breaches that could compromise sterility. Affected items may not be safe for medical use.
BiometNov 25, 2020 - Lower riskMedical device
Biomet, Inc. recalls Biomet ONPOINT SCOPE PROCEDURE KIT-EU Item Number: 24-3055
Biomet recalls ONPOINT SCOPE PROCEDURE KIT-EU (item 24-3055) due to potential improper sterilization. Affected units have specific lot numbers; consumers should check their product.
BiometSep 4, 2020 - Lower riskMedical device
Biomet, Inc. recalls (1) RingLoc Bi-Polar Hip System Acetabular Cup ArCom: Acetabular Bi-Polar Cup, E1 Antioxidant Infused, 28 MM, 41 MM:
Biomet recalls three lots of acetabular hip cups due to insufficient data after double gamma sterilization. These hip implants may fail prematurely, risking complications. Affected units have specific lot numbers and expiration dates.
BiometSep 3, 2020 - Lower riskMedical device
Biomet, Inc. recalls Biomet Comprehensive Reverse Shoulder Glenosphere Mini Baseplate with Taper Adapter-Shoulder Prosthesis item: 010000589
Biomet recalls shoulder prosthesis model 010000589 due to potential missing taper adapter or baseplate. Affected units may have incorrect packaging. Contact Biomet for remedy.
BiometSep 2, 2020 - Use cautionMedical device
Biomet, Inc. recalls Comprehensive VRS Inserter, shoulder prosthesis, Item No. 110019068. UDI: (01)00880304829503 (10)814100,
Biomet recalls shoulder prosthesis inserters with specific serial numbers due to potential screw drill seizure causing extended surgery. Affected units include items with UDI codes (01)00880304829503 and lots 814100, 570640, 728890, 977300.
BiometMay 11, 2020 - UnratedMedical device
Biomet, Inc. recalls Knee Products: 154335 Oxford Partial Knee System, Fixed Lateral Tibial Construct, Left, Cemented, D3 154336 Oxford
Biomet recalls specific knee replacement models due to potential elevated endotoxin levels exceeding safety limits. Affected products include Oxford Partial Knee Systems with certain model numbers and lot codes. Consumers should contact Biomet for details.
BiometApr 17, 2020 - Stop using nowMedical device
Biomet, Inc. recalls Comprehensive Humeral Tray Taper Extraction Pliers - Replacement Tips, Model Number 110028522 - Product Usage: Intended
Biomet recalls surgical pliers model 110028522 due to potential contamination before sterilization. Affected lot numbers include 494350, 494350R, 233080, and others. Contact for replacement.
BiometMar 13, 2020 - Lower riskMedical device
Biomet, Inc. recalls BIOMET StageOne Select, Hip Stem Cement Spacer Mold w/Reinforcement Cement, 11 X 200 MM, Silicone, Sterile, Item 431196.
Biomet recalls StageOne Select Hip Stem Cement Spacer Mold w/Reinforcement Cement (11 X 200 MM, Silicone, Sterile) with specific lot numbers due to potential insufficient cleaning process or inadequate monitoring of cleaning parameters.
BiometFeb 26, 2020 - Lower riskMedical device
Biomet, Inc. recalls Biomet Comprehensive Reverse Shoulder Glenosphere Mini Baseplate With Taper Adapter-indicated for primary, fracture, or
Biomet recalls shoulder replacement baseplates that may be shipped with two baseplates and no adapters. This packaging error could lead to improper use during surgery. Affected units include specific item and lot numbers.
BiometFeb 25, 2020 - Lower riskMedical device
Biomet, Inc. recalls Comprehensive Shoulder System Mini Humeral Stem 9mm,, Model No. 113629 - Product Usage: The intended use of the
Biomet recalls 9mm Shoulder Mini Humeral Stem (Model 11362: Lot 659260) due to misidentification as 15mm. This could lead to improper joint fitting and potential complications during surgery.
BiometFeb 17, 2020 - Lower riskMedical device
Biomet, Inc. recalls Zimmer Biomet Comprehensive Segmental Revision System (SRS). Orthopedic implants for Proximal Humeral Reconstruction,
Biomet recalls specific orthopedic implants for humeral reconstruction due to assembly failure risk. The mismatched screw holes may prevent proper screw engagement during surgery in less than 1% of cases.
BiometFeb 28, 2018
Biomet, Inc. recall questions
How many recalls has Biomet, Inc. had?
141 recalls from Biomet, Inc. are on record with U.S. safety agencies, from 2018–2026.
What is the most recent Biomet, Inc. recall?
Biomet, Inc. recalls Intramedullary Bone Saw Blade Assembly Model/Catalog Number: 475625 Product Description: Intramedullary Bone Saw Blade, dated Jul 1, 2026. Every Biomet, Inc. recall is listed on this page, newest first.
What should I do if I have a recalled Biomet, Inc. product?
Match the model, catalog or lot number on your device to the recall. Ask the prescribing clinician or supplier what to do — many device recalls are corrections, not removals. Report problems to FDA MedWatch.
How do I get alerts for new Biomet, Inc. recalls?
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