Zimmer Biomet, Inc.: Medical Device Recall in 2018 - (Recall #: Z-0553-2019)

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall detail below. You can also see other recalls from the same firm in 2018.

Data Source: FDA.

Product Description:

Biomet 20mm Compress Device Short Anchor Plug With Drill Set / With Pin Inserter Ion Implant Item number: 178562 Product Usage: 1. Correction of revision of unsuccessful osteotomy, arthrodesis, or previous joint replacement. 2. Tumor resections. 3. Revision of previously failed total joint arthroplasty. 4. Trauma. The Compress¿ Segmental Femoral Replacement System (Short Spindle and Anchor Plug) components are intended for uncemented use only.

Product Classification:

Class II

Date Initiated: October 24, 2018

Date Posted: December 12, 2018

Recall Number: Z-0553-2019

Event ID: 81513

Reason for Recall:

Potential metal burrs in the holes of the device preventing the appropriate drill and transverse pins from being inserted

Status: Terminated

Product Quantity: 6 units

Code Information:

Lot Number: 608740 UDI Number: (01)00880304461666(17)271113(10)608740

Distribution Pattern:

US Nationwide Distribution in the states of IN, DC, MD

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated