Class II — Potential Health Hazard

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

Trilogy¿ Fiber Metal Acetabular Shell Size 54 mm OD The Recalled by Zimmer Manufacturing B.V. Due to Zimmer received a single complaint wherein a Trilogy®...

Date: December 4, 2014
Company: Zimmer Manufacturing B.V.
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 Manufacturing B.V. directly.

Affected Products

Trilogy¿ Fiber Metal Acetabular Shell Size 54 mm OD The Trilogy Acetabular System is indicated for either cemented or uncemented use in skeletally mature individuals undergoing primary or revision surgery for rehabilitating hips damaged as a result of noninflammatory degenerative joint disease (NIDJD) or its composite diagnoses of osteoarthritis, avascular necrosis, protrusio acetabuli, traumatic arthritis, slipped capital epiphysis, fused hip, fracture of the pelvis, and diastrophic variant.

Quantity: 68 units

Why Was This Recalled?

Zimmer received a single complaint wherein a Trilogy® Fiber Metal Multi-Hole Acetabular Shell would not attach to the inserter/impactor instrumentation. Subsequent investigation found the polar-hole threads to be present but non-conforming to specifications, in that the minor diameter was undersized. Investigation also indicates that the issue is isolated and affects only lot 62714305, which

Where Was This Sold?

This product was distributed nationwide across all 50 states.

Affected (51 states)Not affected

About Zimmer Manufacturing B.V.

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