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Class II Recall

Zimmer Biomet Dual Mobility Vivacit-E Highly Crosslinked Polyethylene, 28 mm I.D., 46 mm O.D., Size G, Bearing, Model/Ca

Zimmer, Inc.

Summary

The FDA issued a Class II for Zimmer Biomet Dual Mobility Vivacit-E Highly Crosslinked Polyethylene, 28 mm I.D by Zimmer, Inc.. Reason: Zimmer Biomet is conducting a medical device recall for two (2) lots of the Dual Mobility Vivacit-E¿ Bearing due to a commingle. The outer package is .

Details

Source

Device Recall

External ID

Z-0419-2026

Action Date

2025-11-12

Status

Ongoing

Category

device

Product Description

Zimmer Biomet Dual Mobility Vivacit-E Highly Crosslinked Polyethylene, 28 mm I.D., 46 mm O.D., Size G, Bearing, Model/Catalog Number: 110031013; semi constrained hip prosthesis

Lot/Code Info: UDI (01)00889024572713(17)300406(10)67160480; Lot Number 67160480

Quantity Affected: 63 units

Reason for Recall

Zimmer Biomet is conducting a medical device recall for two (2) lots of the Dual Mobility Vivacit-E¿ Bearing due to a commingle. The outer package is labeled as a Size F 44 mm, however, the implant inside the package is a Size G 46 mm, and vice versa.

Distribution

US: OH, GA, WI, NE, IA, IL, CA, NY, MD, NC, PA, AL, TN, MI, WA, FL, TX, KS, NM, AZ, and CANADA, AUSTRALIA, NETHERLANDS

Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated

Recall Initiated: 2025-09-26

Company

Zimmer, Inc.

Warsaw, IN

Context & Analysis

This is a Class II recall. Class II recalls indicate that use of or exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or that the probability of serious consequences is remote.

This was one of 185 device recalls issued in the same week, part of 403 device-related FDA actions this month.

Zimmer, Inc. has 87 FDA actions in our database, including 65 recalls and 22 clearances.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Class II recall?

A Class II recall means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or the probability of serious adverse consequences is remote. Consumers should discontinue use.

What should I do if I have this product?

Stop using the product. Check the product against the specific lot numbers or identifiers listed in the recall. Contact the manufacturer (Zimmer, Inc.) or your retailer for a refund or replacement. If you experienced adverse effects, report them to the FDA via MedWatch.

How often does Zimmer, Inc. have FDA actions?

Zimmer, Inc. has 87 FDA actions in our database, including 65 recalls and 22 device clearances.

Where can I find the official FDA record?

The official record is available on FDA.gov. Search for "Z-0419-2026" on FDA.gov for the full record. You can also use the openFDA API to query this record programmatically.

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