FDA Device recall Z-0071-2014
Metasul¿ Head
- FDA Device
- Class II
- terminated
- Published 2013-11-06
On 2013-11-06 the FDA classified a Class II recall of Metasul¿ Head by Zimmer, citing the low density polyethylene (LDPE) bag used to package implants adheres to the highly polished surface of the devices.
Read the official FDA Device notice
| Agency | FDA Device |
|---|---|
| Recall number | Z-0071-2014 |
| Classification | Class II |
| Status | terminated |
| Initiated | 2013-08-30 |
| Published | 2013-11-06 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:53 UTC |
| Company | Zimmer |
| Distribution | US |
Product
Metasul¿ Head. Intended for use either with or without bone cement in total hip arthroplasty.
Reason
The low density polyethylene (LDPE) bag used to package implants adheres to the highly polished surface of the devices.
Identifiers
| code_info | Part Number Range:00-8770-040-01/05 & 01.01062.405/408 |
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Status history
No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:53 UTC. Current status: terminated.
Source
Official record: https://api.fda.gov/device/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22Z-0071-2014%22
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