Zimmer recalls specific drill models due to possible material differences from specifications. Affected items have "Normed" marking. No immediate action needed but check your drill.
An investigation identified that the products were possibly manufactured from a different material than defined in the applicable specifications.
Zimmer is recalling a specific drill model (2.5x135mm, AO) because it may have been made from a different material than specified. This could affect how the drill functions but does not pose an immediate safety risk.
The drill may have been manufactured from a different material than specified, which could lead to functional issues. However, this does not cause injury or damage under normal use conditions.
Drill owners who purchased the model with "Normed" marking are affected. Users with this specific drill model are most at risk.
Check if your drill has the model number 502015142 and is marked with "Normed". This specific drill model was affected by the recall.
Look for the model number 502015142 and "Normed" marking on the drill.
No, the recall indicates possible material differences but does not pose an immediate safety risk.
No, the recall does not require stopping use; it only asks to check if your drill has the specific marking.
Check the model number to confirm it's affected, but no action is needed beyond verification.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Zimmer to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1423-2019 — Zimmer Zimmer Hello, I own a Zimmer that is covered by recall Z-1423-2019 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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