Biomet, Inc.: Medical Device Recall in 2014 - (Recall #: Z-2212-2014)

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall detail below. You can also see other recalls from the same firm in 2014.

Data Source: FDA.

Product Description:

Device Brand Name: Distal Radius Fracture Repair System Device Classification Name: Plate, Fixation, Bone Device Common Name: Drill Guide DNP 3.3mm Labeling: DRILL GUIDE DNP 3.3 MM NON-STERILE LOT NB0311 QTY 1 DePuy P.O Box 988 Warsaw IN 46581

Product Classification:

Class II

Date Initiated: June 23, 2014

Date Posted: August 20, 2014

Recall Number: Z-2212-2014

Event ID: 68651

Reason for Recall:

The firm received complaints indicating that the drill guide becomes stuck in the jig. The drill guide can be placed in the jig about halfway before it becomes stuck.

Status: Terminated

Product Quantity: 37

Code Information:

Catalog Number: DNPDG, Lot Number: NB0311 and NB0611

Distribution Pattern:

The product was distributed domestically and to internationally. Domestically to CA, PA, IA, CO, NY, MD, NC,AL, AZ, IL, GA, VA. Netherlands, Argentina,

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated