PlainRecalls
FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

G7 Acetabular Screw 6.5mmx35mm Part Number: 010001000

Reported: January 1, 2014 Initiated: November 26, 2013 #Z-0493-2014

Product Description

G7 Acetabular Screw 6.5mmx35mm Part Number: 010001000

Reason for Recall

Investigation identified that the outer label, inner label, and patient label all have the incorrect diameter size of 10.5mm. The screw is actually a 6.5mm diameter and correctly corresponds to the items number on the label.

Details

Recalling Firm
Biomet, Inc.
Units Affected
532 in USA all under Biomet USA control
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution - USA Nationwide and in the countries of Europe, Italy, UK, Australia, Japan. all product in USA is under Biomet control.
Location
Warsaw, IN

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
G7 Acetabular Screw 6.5mmx35mm Part Number: 010001000. Recalled by Biomet, Inc.. Units affected: 532 in USA all under Biomet USA control.
Why was this product recalled?
Investigation identified that the outer label, inner label, and patient label all have the incorrect diameter size of 10.5mm. The screw is actually a 6.5mm diameter and correctly corresponds to the items number on the label.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on January 1, 2014. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0493-2014.