Zimmer Biomet, Inc.: Medical Device Recall in 2017 - (Recall #: Z-3173-2017)

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall detail below. You can also see other recalls from the same firm in 2017.

Data Source: FDA.

Product Description:

ECT Internal Fracture Fixation Drill Bits 3.5 mm Diameter (.138 Inch), Item Number/EDI 00231803506, Nonsterile. orthopedic surgical instrument.

Product Classification:

Class II

Date Initiated: May 22, 2017

Date Posted: October 4, 2017

Recall Number: Z-3173-2017

Event ID: 77417

Reason for Recall:

Various trauma and extremity instruments (drill bits and screw taps) were manufactured from raw material with an anomaly. The anomaly may be on or below the surface and can increase the risk of instrument fracture.

Status: Terminated

Product Quantity: 389 units

Code Information:

Lot Numbers: 63556890, 63630297, 63358210, 63431706, 63444526, 63457649, 63457893, 63479021 & 63524448.

Distribution Pattern:

Nationwide in USA; Internationally to: Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, El Salvador, Germany, Guatemala, India, Japan, Panama, Malaysia, Mexico, Netherlands, South Korea, Singapore, Taiwan & Trinidad.

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated