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 Guide Wires for orthopedic procedures. Recalled by Zimmer, Inc. Due to Product labeling of these sterile guide wires (external...

Date: August 27, 2015
Company: Zimmer, 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, Inc. directly.

Affected Products

Zimmer Guide Wires for orthopedic procedures.

Quantity: 112,568 units

Why Was This Recalled?

Product labeling of these sterile guide wires (external carton label and patient record label) states a 10-year expiration date. Package testing supports a 5-year expiration date for these same guide wires.

Where Was This Sold?

This product was distributed nationwide across all 50 states.

Affected (51 states)Not affected

About Zimmer, Inc.

Zimmer, Inc. has 437 total recalls tracked by RecallDetector.

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