Zimmer, Inc.: Medical Device Recall in 2014 - (Recall #: Z-2144-2014)

Updated on March 25, 2026.

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Data Source: FDA.

Product Description:

Tapered-Screw Vent Implant, HA, 4.7mmD x 8mmL x 4.5mm, Part No. TSVWH8 Dental implant component.

Product Classification:

Class II

Date Initiated: July 17, 2014

Date Posted: August 13, 2014

Recall Number: Z-2144-2014

Event ID: 68862

Reason for Recall:

Zimmer Dental is recalling the Tapered Screw-Vent Implant because the inner vial state "03.7 x 8mm" instead of "04.7 x 8 mm."

Status: Terminated

Product Quantity: 291 units

Code Information:

Lot No. 62552804

Distribution Pattern:

Worldwide Distribution-USA (nationwide) and the countries of Holland, Italy, and Japan.

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated