Zimmer Biomet 36MM COCR MODULAR HD -6MM recall: Incorrect etching causes functional issues
Zimmer Biomet recalls 36MM COCR MODULAR HD -6MM implants with incorrect etching that affects function. Affected units have lot number 236840. Stop using if you own this model.
Lower-risk recall
One piece from a different lot mixed with lot 236840 and is incorrectly etched as -6MM offset instead of +3MM offset. As the incorrect etching and related size difference affects the functional use of this product, the affected lot is being removed from the field.
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What happened, in plain English
Zimmer Biomet is recalling a specific implant model due to incorrect etching that causes functional issues. This means the product may not work properly if used as intended. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/73013-zimmer-biomet-36mm-cocr-modular-hd-6mm-recall-incorrect-etching.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/73013-zimmer-biomet-36mm-cocr-modular-hd-6mm-recall-incorrect-etching · Updated September 17, 2026 · FDA enforcement record: FDA #Z-1008-2018
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“Zimmer Biomet 36MM COCR MODULAR HD -6MM recall: Incorrect etching causes functional issues.” GovInfoNow, updated September 17, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/73013-zimmer-biomet-36mm-cocr-modular-hd-6mm-recall-incorrect-etching. Based on FDA recall #Z-1008-2018 (https://api.fda.gov/device/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22Z-1008-2018%22&limit=1).
Why it’s dangerous
The implant has incorrect etching that mixes with a different lot, causing a size difference. This affects how the product functions, potentially leading to improper use.
Who’s affected
People who own or use the 36MM COCR MODULAR HD -6MM implant with lot number 236840 are affected. Surgeons and patients using this model are most at risk.
How to tell if you have this one
Check for the lot number 236840 on the implant's packaging or label. The product number is 11-363660 and the UDI number starts with (01) 00880304210509.
- Brand
Zimmer Biomet- Product
36MM COCR MODULAR HD -6MM- Category
Medical device
What to do — step by step
Check Product Details
Look for the lot number 236840 on the implant's packaging or label.
How this recall unfolded
Recall timeline
FDA terminated this recall 11 months after the firm started it.
- Firm started the recall
- FDA classified it Class II
- Published in FDA’s Enforcement Report
- FDA terminated the recall
Dates from the agency record only; steps without a date are left out.
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- Official source: FDA Recall #Z-1008-2018 (September 15, 2017) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for Z-1008-2018 to see it in context.
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