Zimmer recalls Affixus Antegrade Femoral Nails with possible undersized shaft that could fracture, causing pain, non-union, or surgery. Affected models include Lot Numbers 66717603, 66892902, and 67031550.
Affected implants may have undersized distal diameter along length of the shaft, which could lead to implant fatigue fracture. Potential health risk if implant fatigue fracture occurs include adverse local tissue reaction, pain or ache, non-union or malunion, or tissue damage necessitating surgical intervention.
Zimmer is recalling Affixus Antegrade Femoral Nails that may have an undersized shaft, which could fracture and lead to pain, non-union, or surgery. This recall affects specific model numbers and lot codes.
The implants may have a smaller diameter than intended along their length, which can cause the nail to weaken over time and fracture. If the nail fractures, it may cause pain, poor healing, or require additional surgery.
Orthopedic surgeons and patients who received the recalled Affixus Antegrade Femoral Nails during surgery. Those with the specific model numbers and lot codes are most at risk.
Check the model number on the implant (815609360) and lot code (66717603, 66892902, or 67031550). The product is used in hip surgeries and sold under Zimmer's Affixus brand.
Identify the model number (815609360) and lot code (66717603, 66892902, or 67031550) on the implant.
The implants may have an undersized shaft that can weaken over time and fracture, potentially causing pain, non-union, or surgery.
Check the model number and lot code on the implant to see if it's affected. If it is, contact Zimmer for further instructions.
Yes, if the implant fractures, it could cause pain, poor healing, or require additional surgery.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Zimmer to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0977-2026 — Zimmer Zimmer Hello, I own a Zimmer that is covered by recall Z-0977-2026 from Zimmer. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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