Drug recall

Zimmer Spine Ardis Inserter, Rx, non-sterile

FDA recall event 63683 · Class I · Zimmer, Inc.

Key facts

Event ID 63683
Recall numbers Z-0594-2013
Recalling firm Zimmer, Inc.
Product type Devices
Products Zimmer Spine Ardis Inserter, Rx, non-sterile
Classification Class I
Status Terminated
Voluntary or mandated Firm Initiated
Reason for recall Zimmer Spine has received reports of the PEEK Ardis Interbody Spacer breaking into fragments when too much lateral force is applied to the Ardis Inserter. If the PEEK Ardis Interbody Spacer breaks…
Initiation date Nov 12, 2012
Report date Jan 2, 2013
Termination date Feb 25, 2014
City Warsaw
State IN
Country United States
FEI number 1000220733

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  • 1–9 Products in this recall
  • 10–99 FDA inspections of this firm (FEI)

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