Biomet, Inc.: Medical Device Recall in 2015 - (Recall #: Z-1446-2015)

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall detail below. You can also see other recalls from the same firm in 2015.

Data Source: FDA.

Product Description:

LOW PROFILE NON-LOCK SCREW; 2.7mm x 22 mm; REF 131227222; LOT RM105E. Provides the orthopaedic surgeon a means of bone fixation and helps generally in the management of fractures and reconstructive surgeries.

Product Classification:

Class II

Date Initiated: March 18, 2015

Date Posted: April 22, 2015

Recall Number: Z-1446-2015

Event ID: 70837

Reason for Recall:

A Biomet investigation found that the Low Profile Non-Locking Screw 2.7mmx22mm screw (Part Number: 131227222 Lot: RM105E) was anodized green and should have been anodized gold per the print.

Status: Terminated

Product Quantity: 45

Code Information:

REF 131227222 LOT RM105E

Distribution Pattern:

Nationwide Distribution-including the states of CA, IA, NY, FL, PA, UT, NC, SC, KY, CO, MA, GA, WA, TX, OK, and IL.

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated