Biomet, Inc.: Medical Device Recall in 2021 - (Recall #: Z-0882-2021)

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall detail below. You can also see other recalls from the same firm in 2021.

Data Source: FDA.

Product Description:

A.L.P.S. Clavicle Plating System, Plate, Fixation, Bone, Item Number 233500004 - Product Usage: indicated for fixation of fractures, osteotomies and non-unions of the clavicle including osteopenic bone.

Product Classification:

Class II

Date Initiated: December 23, 2020

Date Posted: January 27, 2021

Recall Number: Z-0882-2021

Event ID: 87095

Reason for Recall:

The instruments may become cold welded together when the drill is inserted through the Soft Tissue Guide. This prevents disassociation of the instruments and potentially leads to an increased chance of fracture of the drill.

Status: Terminated

Product Quantity: 174 systems

Code Information:

Item: 233500004; Lot: 516349, 545167; UDI: (01)0088030483464(10)516349, (01)00880304834644(11)190208(10)545167

Distribution Pattern:

Nationwide distribution.

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated