Zimmer Biomet recalls specific tear drop guide wires due to potential sterile packaging seal failure. Affected items have listed lot numbers. Consumers should check their product details and contact Zimmer for guidance.
Potential failure of sterile packaging seal.
Zimmer Biomet is recalling certain tear drop guide wires for nail systems because the sterile packaging might not seal properly. This could lead to contamination or infection if the product is used without a secure seal.
The sterile packaging seal might fail, allowing contaminants to enter the product. This could cause infection or contamination if the wire is used without a secure seal during nail procedures.
People who purchased the Zimmer Natural Nail System Tear Drop Guide Wire with the listed lot numbers are affected. Those using the product for nail procedures are most at risk of contamination.
Check the product label for the lot numbers listed: 63609177, 63631715, 63638172, and other numbers provided in the recall notice. The product is a 3.0 mm diameter, 100 cm length tear drop guide wire.
Look for the lot numbers on the product label: 63609177, 63631715, 63638172, and other specific numbers listed in the recall.
The recall indicates a potential packaging seal failure, which could lead to contamination. If you have the affected lot numbers, contact Zimmer Biomet for guidance.
Check the product label for the lot numbers listed: 63609177, 63631715, 63638172, and other specific numbers provided in the recall notice.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Zimmer Biomet directly for instructions on next steps.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Zimmer Biomet to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1469-2018 — Zimmer Biomet Zimmer Biomet Hello, I own a Zimmer Biomet that is covered by recall Z-1469-2018 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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