FDAClass IIMay 13, 2015

NexGen Augment recall

NexGen Augment; 5mm Distal Femoral Augment;Part number 00-5990-036-10. Intended to be used in total knee arthroplasty when there is insufficient bone…

Why was NexGen Augment recalled?

The affected lot is being recalled because it was packaged without the locking screw. The locking screw packaged with the augment is used to fix the augment to the femoral component. This has the potential to delay surgery

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 #00-5990-036-10; lot 62815809

Product
NexGen Augment; 5mm Distal Femoral Augment;Part number 00-5990-036-10. Intended to be used in total knee arthroplasty when there is insufficient bone…
Recalling firm
Zimmer, Inc.
Quantity
20 units
Distribution
Distributed in the states of IN, MN, FL, and IL, and the countries of Argentina and Germany.
Recall date
May 13, 2015
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (device)
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