Zimmer Biomet recalls specific model of shoulder replacement implants due to potential packaging without taper adapter. Affected units may need verification and action.
The product was potentially being packaged without a taper adapter.
Zimmer Biomet is recalling a specific shoulder replacement implant model because it might have been shipped without the required taper adapter. This could lead to improper fitting and complications during surgery.
The implant might be shipped without the taper adapter, which is necessary for proper surgical fitting. Without this component, the implant could not function correctly during surgery, potentially causing complications.
Patients who received the specific model number 010000589 shoulder implants from Zimmer Biomet are affected. Surgeons and medical staff handling these implants during procedures are at higher risk.
Check for model number 010000589 on the implant packaging or label. Verify lot numbers 994110 or 921950 and UDI numbers as listed in the recall notice.
Review the model number, lot numbers, and UDI numbers on the implant packaging to confirm if it matches the recalled items.
The recall is for potential packaging without the taper adapter, which could affect surgical fitting. However, the hazard level is low risk as it does not cause immediate injury in normal use.
Check for model number 010000589, lot numbers 994110 or 921950, and UDI numbers as listed in the recall notice.
Review the product details to confirm if it matches the recalled items. If it does, contact Zimmer Biomet for further instructions.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Zimmer Biomet to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0972-2019 — Zimmer Biomet Zimmer Biomet Hello, I own a Zimmer Biomet that is covered by recall Z-0972-2019 from Zimmer 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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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official FDA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
