Biomet, Inc.: Medical Device Recall in 2013 - (Recall #: Z-0925-2013)

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall detail below. You can also see other recalls from the same firm in 2013.

Data Source: FDA.

Product Description:

REF S313152 Straight Acetabular Inserter Handle Ringloc non-sterile Orthopedic manual surgical instrument

Product Classification:

Class II

Date Initiated: February 5, 2013

Date Posted: March 20, 2013

Recall Number: Z-0925-2013

Event ID: 64354

Reason for Recall:

The Straight Ringloc Button Latch Inserter Handle may have been manufactured at the higher end of the tolerance causing interference with the Ringloc cup. The inserter handle may lock onto the cup during impaction. If alternative inserters are not available this could cause a surgical delay greater than 30 minutes.

Status: Terminated

Product Quantity: 58

Code Information:

Catalog Number 5313152 Lot 153880,153930, 415500, 648010

Distribution Pattern:

Worldwide Distribution - No USA distribution -Internationally to Canada, Japan, and Chile

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated