Zimmer recalls 2.7x125mm AO drills with "Normed" marking due to possible material mismatch. Affected items may not meet specifications.
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 that might have been made from the wrong material. This could mean the drill doesn't meet safety standards, but the risk is not described as causing injury.
The drill might not meet the intended material specifications, which could affect its performance and safety. However, the recall does not specify that this causes injury or serious harm in normal use.
Owners of Zimmer drills marked with "Normed" in the product name. Users of these drills for medical procedures may be at slightly higher risk due to the potential material issue.
Check if your drill has the model number ST502015217 and is marked with "Normed" on the product. This is the only identifier provided for affected items.
Look for the "Normed" marking on the drill to confirm if it's affected.
The recall states there might be a material mismatch, but it does not say this causes injury or serious harm in normal use.
Your drill is affected if it has the model number ST502015217 and is marked with "Normed" on the product.
The recall does not provide a remedy, so no action is required beyond checking if your drill is marked with "Normed".
We’ve drafted a message you can send Zimmer to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1473-2019 — Zimmer Zimmer Hello, I own a Zimmer that is covered by recall Z-1473-2019 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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