Zimmer, Inc.: Medical Device Recall in 2024 - (Recall #: Z-1713-2024)

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall detail below. You can also see other recalls from the same firm in 2024.

Data Source: FDA.

Product Description:

ZPLP (Zimmer Periarticular Locking Plate System) Distal Lateral Fibular Plate, Right, 12 Holes, 184 MM, Sterile- Indicated for temporary internal fixation and stabilization of osteotomies and fractures Item Number: 47-2357-017-12

Product Classification:

Class II

Date Initiated: March 20, 2024

Date Posted: May 8, 2024

Recall Number: Z-1713-2024

Event ID: 94276

Reason for Recall:

Thread form issue for the locking holes in that the locking screws may not properly mate with the plate. The improperly mated screw may not be readily recognizable by the user since the screw may not correctly lock, may result in delay in surgery or loss of fixation resulting further intervention

Status: Ongoing

Product Quantity:

Code Information:

UDI: (01)00889024088535(17)290809(10)64475610 (01)00889024088535(17)310331(10)65038408 (01)00889024088535(17)310324(10)65038409 (01)00889024088535(17)310915(10)65209412 (01)00889024088535(17)310915(10)65209413 Lot Numbers: 64475610 65038408 65038409 65209412 65209413

Distribution Pattern:

Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide and the countries of Brazil, Canada, China, Hong Kong, India, Japan, New Zealand, Seoul Korea, Singapore, Switzerland, Taiwan.

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated