Class II — Potential Health Hazard

Potential health hazard — use of or exposure to this product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences.

Zimmer Periarticular Locking Plate System Recalled by Zimmer Biomet, Inc. Due to Various trauma and extremity instruments (drill bits and...

Date: May 22, 2017
Company: Zimmer Biomet, Inc.
Status: Terminated
Source: FDA (Device)

What You Should Do

Stop using this product immediately. Do not consume, use, or distribute it.

Return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund. If you have questions, contact Zimmer Biomet, Inc. directly.

Affected Products

Zimmer Periarticular Locking Plate System, Locking Screw Tap Standard Quick-Connect 3.5 mm Diameter, Item Number/EDI 00236015335, Nonsterile. orthopedic surgical instrument.

Quantity: 198 units

Why Was This Recalled?

Various trauma and extremity instruments (drill bits and screw taps) were manufactured from raw material with an anomaly. The anomaly may be on or below the surface and can increase the risk of instrument fracture.

Where Was This Sold?

This product was distributed nationwide across all 50 states.

Affected (51 states)Not affected

About Zimmer Biomet, Inc.

Zimmer Biomet, Inc. has 875 total recalls tracked by RecallDetector.

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Data sourced from the FDA (Device). Last updated March 26, 2026. View original report