FDAClass IINovember 6, 2013

CoCr Head recall

CoCr Head (Not distributed in the United States) Used in total hip replacement.

Why was CoCr Head recalled?

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

What should I do if I have this product?

Review the official FDA enforcement record for current instructions.

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official FDA record. Only products that match the listed product and lot, UPC or model codes are part of this recall.

Which lot codes, UPCs or models are affected?

Part Number Range:01.01012.405/408

Product
CoCr Head (Not distributed in the United States) Used in total hip replacement.
Recalling firm
Zimmer, Inc.
Quantity
604064 total
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.
Recall date
November 6, 2013
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (device)
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