| | Class 2 Recall Versys Hip System femoral stem |  |
| Date Posted |
January 28, 2003 |
| Recall Number |
Z-0472-03 |
| Product |
Versys Hip System femoral stem, fiber metal midcoat, collared, 12/14 neck taper, low head center, size 11, standard body. Cat. No. 7841-11-10. |
| Code Information |
All lots.
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Recalling Firm/ Manufacturer |
Zimmer Inc. 345 E. Main St. Warsaw, Indiana 46580 |
Reason for Recall |
The femoral heads will not seat onto the taper of the hip stem, as the head impinges on the radius undercut below the taper.
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| Action |
Recall letters dated 1/7/03 were sent to each U.S. consignee via certified mail, requesting that they contact Zimmer for pick-up of the products if any was in stock. Ex-U.S. consignees were notified via e-mail. . |
| Distribution |
United States, Australia and Canada. |
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