Zimmer Biomet, Inc.: Medical Device Recall in 2018 - (Recall #: Z-2371-2018)

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:

Zimmer¿ M/L Taper Hip Prosthesis With Kinective¿ Technology Cementless, Size 17.5; 00-7713-017-00

Product Classification:

Class II

Date Initiated: May 30, 2018

Date Posted: July 11, 2018

Recall Number: Z-2371-2018

Event ID: 80188

Reason for Recall:

M/L Taper Hip Prosthesis and M/L Taper Hip Prosthesis with Kinectiv Technology manufactured prior to October 2015 are being recalled due to the potential for black residue to be observed within the polyethylene bag containing the implant. The black residue is a combination of the titanium plasma spray used to create the porous surface of the implant and polyethylene bag containing the implant. The recalling firm states the residue is biocompatible. Risks include delay of surgery while locating a replacement device, and surgical intervention due to wear caused by debris.

Status: Terminated

Product Quantity: 182

Code Information:

11016141 60936173 60964158 61086272 62059106 62361479 62521429 62659329 62694085 62745241 62782081 63063354 63063356 63063357 63063358 77004218 77004219 61991590R

Distribution Pattern:

Products were distributed solely to Japan.

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated