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FDA Device recall Z-0536-2019

Zimmer Humeral Guide Wire - Ball Tip, 2.4 mm Diameter, 70 cm Length Item Number: 47-2255-008-00 Product Usage: A single use surgical instru…

On 2018-12-12 the FDA classified a Class II recall of Zimmer Humeral Guide Wire - Ball Tip, 2.4 mm Diameter, 70 cm Length Item Number: 47-2255-008-00 Product Usage: A single use surgical instru… by Zimmer Biomet, citing various Trauma Guide Wires- creases in the sealing area on the end opposite of the product's chevron opening compromising product sterility.

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AgencyFDA Device
Recall numberZ-0536-2019
ClassificationClass II
Statusterminated
Initiated2018-10-22
Published2018-12-12
Last updated2026-09-13 11:54 UTC
CompanyZimmer Biomet
DistributionUS

Product

Zimmer Humeral Guide Wire - Ball Tip, 2.4 mm Diameter, 70 cm Length Item Number: 47-2255-008-00 Product Usage: A single use surgical instrument used during orthopaedic surgery for implantation of a prosthesis.

Reason

Various Trauma Guide Wires- creases in the sealing area on the end opposite of the product's chevron opening compromising product sterility

Identifiers

code_infoAll lots expiring prior to September 30, 2023

Status history

No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:54 UTC. Current status: terminated.

Source

Official record: https://api.fda.gov/device/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22Z-0536-2019%22

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