Zimmer Biomet recalls specific hip fracture nail models due to set screw malfunction. Affected items may not advance or reverse properly, potentially causing improper fixation. Contact for return instructions.
The set screw is not able to advance or reverse from the original position in the nail.
Zimmer Biomet is recalling certain hip fracture nail models because the set screw cannot properly advance or reverse. This could lead to improper bone fixation and complications during surgery.
The set screw fails to move correctly from its original position in the nail, which may prevent proper bone fixation. This could cause the nail to become loose or misaligned during healing, potentially requiring additional surgery.
Surgical patients who received the recalled hip fracture nail model during procedures. Surgeons and medical staff using the product are most at risk for improper application.
Check for the model name 'Affixus Hip Fracture Nail Left 130' with dimensions 9 mm x 420 mm and item number 814609420. The product was sold under the brand Zimmer Biomet.
Verify the model name, dimensions, and item number to confirm if your product is affected.
The recall indicates a potential issue with the set screw not advancing or reversing properly, which could affect bone fixation. However, the hazard is described as low risk.
The recall record does not specify a remedy, so contact Zimmer Biomet directly for further instructions.
Check for the model name 'Affixus Hip Fracture Nail Left 130' with dimensions 9 mm x 420 mm and item number 814609420.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Zimmer Biomet to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-3151-2018 — Zimmer Biomet Zimmer Biomet Hello, I own a Zimmer Biomet that is covered by recall Z-3151-2018 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.
