Zimmer recalls specific 2.7mm screw drills due to possible material differences from specifications. Affected items have "Normed" marking. No immediate action needed but check for the label.
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 may have been made from a different material than specified. This could affect how the drill functions, but it does not pose an immediate safety risk.
The drill may have been manufactured from a different material than specified, which could lead to inconsistent performance. However, this does not cause injury or damage under normal use conditions.
Users of the Zimmer drill with the "Normed" marking are affected. Most at risk are those who have purchased this specific drill model.
Check for the "Normed" marking on the drill. The affected model is a 2.7mm screw drill with a 20mm stop, 2x105mm size, and item number ST502015206.
Look for the "Normed" label on the drill to confirm if it is affected.
No, the drill does not pose an immediate safety risk. The issue is about material consistency, not injury.
Check for the "Normed" marking. If present, the drill is affected but no action is required beyond checking.
The affected drill has the "Normed" marking, is a 2.7mm screw drill with a 20mm stop, 2x105mm size, and item number ST502015206.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Zimmer to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1468-2019 — Zimmer Zimmer Hello, I own a Zimmer that is covered by recall Z-1468-2019 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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