Skip to main content
High RiskFDAfda-Z-2552-2014LACERATION

Knee Stem Extensions & Impactor Sleeve: STEM IMPLANT 20MMDX145MM STEM IMPLANT 22MMDX145MM STEM IMPLANT 24MMDX145MM SHARP FLUTED ST 20...

Units Affected
972,125
Recall Date
July 22, 2014
Issuing Agency
Hazard
Laceration

FDA Recall Notice

Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) — official FDA notice for recall FDA-Z-2552-2014.

Zimmer is recalling sterile-packaged implants and instruments packaged in six different package configurations due to packaging design verification test failures. Specifically, multiple test samples from each of the six configurations failed simulated distribution and shipping testing when the devices either breached inner or outer package trays or seal integrity was lost.

Corrective Action (per FDA)

Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) — official FDA notice for recall FDA-Z-2552-2014.

Recall terminated by FDA.

✅ What you should do

  1. Stop using the product if you own it.
  2. Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
  3. Contact Zimmer, Inc. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
  4. For the most current official instructions, visit the FDA recall page.
  5. If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to FDA.

Consumer Contact (per FDA)

Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) — official FDA notice for recall FDA-Z-2552-2014.

Zimmer, Inc.

FDA

About the U.S. Food and Drug Administration

The FDA regulates drugs, medical devices, food, cosmetics, and tobacco. Adverse event reports and recall notices are the main public safety signal.

Visit FDA.gov →

📣 Report a food, supplement, or cosmetic problem to the FDA

If you had a reaction, found contamination, or experienced a labeling problem with this product, report it to the FDA. The agency uses consumer reports to track emerging safety signals and trigger recalls.

How to report to FDAFile a report at FDA

Zimmer, Inc. Recall FAQ

Zimmer, Inc. is the subject of a medical implants safety report: Knee Stem Extensions & Impactor Sleeve: STEM IMPLANT 20MMDX145MM STEM IMPLANT 22MMDX145MM STEM IMPLANT 24MMDX145MM SHARP FLUTED ST 20.... The notice was published on July 22, 2014 by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Approximately 972,125 units are potentially affected.