Biomet, Inc.: Medical Device Recall in 2012 - (Recall #: Z-2399-2012)

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:

JUGGERKNOT IN¿GUIDE PUNCH, 2.9MM. The JuggerKnot 2.9mm In-Guide Punch is intended to be used to prepare a 2.9mm hole into bone in which the JuggerKnot 2.9mm Suture Anchor is to be placed. The JuggerKnot 2.9mm Suture Anchor is intended to be used to attach soft tissue to bone.

Product Classification:

Class II

Date Initiated: August 14, 2012

Date Posted: September 26, 2012

Recall Number: Z-2399-2012

Event ID: 62391

Reason for Recall:

Investigation found that the current design of the product allows the press-fit of the knob/shaft interface to be overcome by the impaction force of a mallet, causing the knob to potentially unfasten and slide down the shaft.

Status: Terminated

Product Quantity: 62

Code Information:

REF. 912064 LOT 121040, 497540, 839530

Distribution Pattern:

Nationwide Distribution-including the states of WA, IN, AK, PA, GA, SD, KS, NY, VA, AR, AL, OH, WI, MA, and CA.

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated