Zimmer Biomet recalls ceramic hip prosthesis heads due to potential incompatibility with cobalt-chrome and stainless-steel femoral stems. Affected models include 22.2mm diameter, 12/14 taper, +3 neck, model 802602203.
The associated product labeling does not adequately provide compatibility information for use of the 22.2 mm Diameter Ceramic Femoral Heads with cobalt-chrome femoral stems or stainless-steel femoral stems.
Zimmer Biomet is recalling ceramic hip prosthesis heads that may not fit properly with certain femoral stems. This could lead to improper joint function or dislocation if used in surgery without correct compatibility.
The product labeling does not clearly state which femoral stems are compatible with these ceramic heads. Using incompatible stems could cause improper joint alignment or dislocation after surgery.
Patients who received this specific ceramic hip prosthesis head during surgery are affected. Surgeons and medical teams using the product are most at risk of complications during implantation.
Check for the model number 802602203 on the ceramic hip prosthesis head. The product was distributed with specific implant instructions (IFU) versions 87-6204-051-99 Rev D or earlier.
Reach out to your surgeon to discuss whether the recalled ceramic head was used in your surgery.
The recall addresses potential incompatibility with certain stems during surgery, but the hazard is not described as causing injury in normal use. This is a low-risk issue for patients.
Look for the model number 802602203 on the ceramic hip prosthesis head. The product was distributed with implant instructions (IFU) versions 87-6204-051-99 Rev D or earlier.
The official recall does not specify any action for patients who had surgery with this product. Contact your surgeon to discuss compatibility.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Zimmer to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1646-2025 — Zimmer Zimmer Hello, I own a Zimmer that is covered by recall Z-1646-2025 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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