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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

NexGen CR-Flex Mobile Bearing Tibial Component 9 (Not distributed in the United States)

Reported: November 6, 2013 Initiated: August 30, 2013 #Z-0080-2014

Product Description

NexGen CR-Flex Mobile Bearing Tibial Component 9 (Not distributed in the United States)

Reason for Recall

The low density polyethylene (LDPE) bag used to package implants adheres to the highly polished surface of the devices.

Details

Recalling Firm
Zimmer, Inc.
Units Affected
3475
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution: US (nationwide) and countries of: Argentina, Australia, Bolivia, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Germany, Guatemala, Honduras, Hong Kong, India, Israel, Jamaica, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Panama, Peru, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, and Venezula.
Location
Warsaw, IN

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
NexGen CR-Flex Mobile Bearing Tibial Component 9 (Not distributed in the United States). Recalled by Zimmer, Inc.. Units affected: 3475.
Why was this product recalled?
The low density polyethylene (LDPE) bag used to package implants adheres to the highly polished surface of the devices.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on November 6, 2013. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0080-2014.