Zimmer, Inc.: Medical Device Recall in 2012 - (Recall #: Z-2478-2012)

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall detail below. You can also see other recalls from the same firm in 2012.

Data Source: FDA.

Product Description:

12/14 Neck Taper 00789504001 VerSys Femoral Head Provisional 40mm -3.5 00789504002 VerSys Femoral Head Provisional 40mm +0 00789504003 VerSys Femoral Head Provisional 40mm +3.5 00789504004 VerSys Femoral Head Provisional 40mm +7 00789504005 VerSys Femoral Head Provisional 40mm +10.5 The provisional heads replicate final femoral implant geometry and are used to trial range of motion, joint stability, and determine appropriate femoral head size and offset during total hip arthroplasty.

Product Classification:

Class II

Date Initiated: April 1, 2011

Date Posted: October 10, 2012

Recall Number: Z-2478-2012

Event ID: 62110

Reason for Recall:

Complaints have been received reporting sub-optimal fit between provisional femoral heads (VerSys and MIS) and the mating components (ie stems and provisional femoral necks), in some cases alleging the fit was too loose and in other cases, alleging the fit was too tight. Intraoperative dislodging of the provisional head and the provisional head being left in-vivo after separating from mating comp

Status: Terminated

Product Quantity: 231,641

Code Information:

All lots distributed from lot 69998600 (2/20/1996) to present

Distribution Pattern:

Worldwide Distribution - USA (nationwide) and internationally to Canada, Mexico, South America, Europe, Puerto Rico, China, and Korea.

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated