Zimmer recalls CBS micro, countersink, and cannulated AO products with "Normed" marking due to possible material deviation from specifications. Affected items may not meet intended performance standards.
An investigation identified that the products were possibly manufactured from a different material than defined in the applicable specifications.
Zimmer is recalling CBS micro, countersink, and cannulated AO products with "Normed" markings because they might be made from a different material than specified. This could affect how the products perform in medical procedures.
The products might be made from a different material than specified, which could lead to performance issues during medical procedures. This material deviation may not cause immediate harm but could affect the product's intended use.
Medical professionals using Zimmer's CBS micro, countersink, and cannulated AO products with "Normed" markings are most at risk. Patients receiving procedures with these products may be affected.
Check for the "Normed" marking on the product. Affected items are CBS micro, countersink, cannulated, AO products with Item Number ST503004541.
Look for the "Normed" marking on the product to determine if it is affected.
An investigation found that the products might be made from a different material than specified in the applicable standards.
Check for the "Normed" marking on the product. If it has this marking, it is affected and you should check with Zimmer for further instructions.
The recall is due to possible material deviation, which may affect performance but does not indicate a risk of serious injury in normal use.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Zimmer to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1487-2019 — Zimmer Zimmer Hello, I own a Zimmer that is covered by recall Z-1487-2019 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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