Biomet, Inc.: Medical Device Recall in 2012 - (Recall #: Z-0472-2013)

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall detail below. You can also see other recalls from the same firm in 2012.

Data Source: FDA.

Product Description:

OSS Reamer Sleeve REF132-472662 KNEE REAMER SLEEVE 13.0 thru 20.0 STAINLESS STEEL The OSS Knee Reamer Sleeves are primarily used to guide the bullet tip of cylindrical reamers during the tibial preparation in OSS procedures. They are reusable.

Product Classification:

Class II

Date Initiated: November 1, 2012

Date Posted: December 12, 2012

Recall Number: Z-0472-2013

Event ID: 63612

Reason for Recall:

Biomet has initiated this action following an investigation which identified that the thin shaft reamer may get stuck and not slide into the sleeve.

Status: Terminated

Product Quantity: 36

Code Information:

Part Numbers 32-472662, 13.0 thru 20.0 Lot 154590, 156980, 519470, 519480, 542290, 628890, 755530

Distribution Pattern:

Worldwide distribution: USA (nationwide) and countries of: Japan and Netherlands.

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated