Zimmer Biomet recalls knee implants with LDPE packaging that may leave residue on implants after removal. Affected models include CR POR FEM HATCP SIZE E/L and F/L. Contact for return instructions.
The LDPE bag packaging for various highly polished hip and knee implants may adhere to the highly polished surface, leaving residue or material from the LDPE bag on the implant after it is removed from the bag.
Zimmer Biomet is recalling certain knee prostheses because the LDPE packaging can leave residue on the implants after removal. This residue could potentially cause issues with the implant's function or compatibility.
The LDPE packaging material may stick to the highly polished surface of the knee implant after it's removed from the bag. This residue could potentially interfere with the implant's function or compatibility with the body.
Patients who received the recalled knee prostheses (CR POR FEM HATCP SIZE E/L and F/L) from Zimmer Biomet. Those with implants made in specific lots are most at risk.
Check for the model CR POR FEM H: HATCP SIZE E/L or F/L with item numbers 65-5972-015-01 and 65-5972-016-01. Lot numbers 62086845 or 11007043/62105229 are also affected.
Verify the model and lot numbers against the affected items listed in the recall notice.
The affected models are CR POR FEM HATCP SIZE E/L and F/L with item numbers 65-5972-015-01 and 65-5972-016-01.
The recall notice does not specify a remedy, so contact Zimmer Biomet directly for instructions.
Check the item numbers and lot numbers listed in the recall: 65-5972-015-01, 65-5972-016-01, and lot numbers 62086845, 11007043, or 62105229.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Zimmer Biomet to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1030-2018 — Zimmer Biomet Zimmer Biomet Hello, I own a Zimmer Biomet that is covered by recall Z-1030-2018 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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