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.
One product complaint was received reporting that there was an incorrect adapter in the packaging. An adapter with neck length M/+0 was inside the product packaging, which should have contained an adapter with neck length S/-3.0. The difference in neck length may be recognized by the size (S or M) indicator on the device.
Biomet is recalling Biolox Ceramic Option Head Zimmer 12/14 40mm +0 (Item 00-8777-040-02) because an incorrect adapter was shipped in the packaging. This could lead to improper fit if the adapter is not the correct size, but the recall does not indicate a safety hazard.
The adapter with neck length M/+0 was shipped instead of the required S/-3.0. This difference in neck length may cause improper fit, but the recall does not indicate a risk of injury or serious harm.
Users of the Biolox Ceramic Option Head Zimmer 12/14 40mm +0 (Item 00-8777-040-02) who received the product with the incorrect adapter. The risk is low as the issue is a packaging error, not a safety hazard.
Check for the product name 'Biolox Ceramic Option Head Zimmer 12/14 40mm +0' and item number 00-8777-040-02. The adapter should have a neck length indicator showing 'S' for the correct size.
Verify the adapter neck length indicator on the device; it should read 'S' for the correct size.
No, the recall is for a packaging error with an incorrect adapter, not a safety hazard.
Check the adapter neck length indicator; it should read 'S' for the correct size. If it shows 'M', contact Biomet for guidance.
Look for the product name 'Biolox Ceramic Option Head Zimmer 12/14 40mm +0' and item number 00-8777-040-02.
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Subject: Recall Z-0570-2024 — Biomet Biomet Hello, I own a Biomet that is covered by recall Z-0570-2024 from Biomet. 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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