Biomet, Inc.: Medical Device Recall in 2023 - (Recall #: Z-0569-2024)

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall detail below. You can also see other recalls from the same firm in 2023.

Data Source: FDA.

Product Description:

Biolox Ceramic Option Head Zimmer 12/14 40mm -3, Item Number 00-8777-040-01

Product Classification:

Class II

Date Initiated: November 2, 2023

Date Posted: December 27, 2023

Recall Number: Z-0569-2024

Event ID: 93486

Reason for Recall:

One product complaint was received reporting that there was an incorrect adapter in the packaging. An adapter with neck length M/+0 was inside the product packaging, which should have contained an adapter with neck length S/-3.0. The difference in neck length may be recognized by the size (S or M) indicator on the device.

Status: Ongoing

Product Quantity: 10 units

Code Information:

UDI-DI: 00889024430556; Lot Number: 3145299

Distribution Pattern:

US States: AL, CA, MD, MI, NC, OH, OK, TN, TX. Netherlands.

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated