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FDA Device recall Z-1728-2024

ZPLP Distal Lateral Fibular Plate, Left, 8 Holes, 132 MM, Nonsterile-Indicated for temporary internal fixation and stabilization of osteoto…

On 2024-05-08 the FDA classified a Class II recall of ZPLP Distal Lateral Fibular Plate, Left, 8 Holes, 132 MM, Nonsterile-Indicated for temporary internal fixation and stabilization of osteoto… by Zimmer, citing 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 sin….

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AgencyFDA Device
Recall numberZ-1728-2024
ClassificationClass II
Statusongoing
Initiated2024-03-20
Published2024-05-08
Last updated2026-09-13 11:57 UTC
CompanyZimmer
DistributionUS

Product

ZPLP Distal Lateral Fibular Plate, Left, 8 Holes, 132 MM, Nonsterile-Indicated for temporary internal fixation and stabilization of osteotomies and fractures Item Number: 00-2357-018-08

Reason

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

Identifiers

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Status history

No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:57 UTC. Current status: ongoing.

Source

Official record: https://api.fda.gov/device/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22Z-1728-2024%22

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