Zimmer, Inc.: Medical Device Recall in 2014 - (Recall #: Z-2545-2014)

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall detail below. You can also see other recalls from the same firm in 2014.

Data Source: FDA.

Product Description:

Zimmer Gender Solution Patello-Femoral Joint (PFJ) System Patello-Femoral Trochlea Component, Precoat, Size 4, Left. Knee prosthesis.

Product Classification:

Class II

Date Initiated: July 30, 2014

Date Posted: September 3, 2014

Recall Number: Z-2545-2014

Event ID: 68934

Reason for Recall:

Internal review found that five (5) PFJ implant forgings were identified as have forged laps during receiving inspection process for raw material. These five forgings were not segregated and were subsequently issued to final manufacturing under Part 00-5926-014-01; lot 62455332. A forged lap is a defect that forms when metal folds over itself during forging.

Status: Terminated

Product Quantity: 15 units

Code Information:

00-5926-014-01; Lot 62455332

Distribution Pattern:

Worldwide Distribution - US (nationwide) in the states of HI, CA, GA, MI, and IL and the countries of TAIWAN, BELGIUM, AUSTRALIA, FRANCE, JAPAN, and UK.

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated