HIGH

Zimmer Recalls Affixus Femoral Nailing System Over Fracture Risk

Zimmer recalled 22 Affixus Antegrade Femoral Nails on December 2, 2025. The implants may have an undersized distal diameter, risking fatigue fractures. This can lead to serious health complications requiring surgical intervention.

Quick Facts at a Glance

Recall Date
December 2, 2025
Hazard Level
HIGH
Brand
Zimmer
Category
Health & Personal Care
Sold At
Multiple Retailers
Geographic Scope
1 states
At-Risk Groups
GENERAL

Hazard Information

Affected implants may have undersized distal diameter along length of the shaft, which could lead to implant fatigue fracture. Potential health risk if implant fatigue fracture occurs include adverse local tissue reaction, pain or ache, non-union or malunion, or tissue damage necessitating surgical intervention.

What You Should Do

Patients and healthcare providers should stop using this device immediately. Follow the recall instructions provided by the manufacturer. Contact Zimmer, Inc. or your healthcare provider for instructions. Notification method: Letter

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Product Details

The recall includes Affixus Antegrade Femoral Nails, model 815509360. The implants were distributed nationwide in states including California and Texas. The affected product has a 9 mm diameter and a length of 360 mm.

The Hazard

Affected implants may have an undersized distal diameter along the shaft. This defect could lead to implant fatigue fracture, resulting in adverse local tissue reactions, pain, non-union or malunion, and potential tissue damage.

Reported Incidents

There are no reported incidents of injuries or deaths associated with this recall. However, the potential health risks are significant if fatigue fractures occur.

What to Do

Patients and healthcare providers must stop using the device immediately. Contact Zimmer, Inc. or your healthcare provider for further instructions and follow the recall instructions provided.

Contact Information

For more information, call Zimmer, Inc. at (877) 946-2761 or visit their website at https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/enforcement/enforce_rpt-Product-Tabs.cfm?recall_number=Z-0969-2026.

Key Facts

  • Recall date: December 2, 2025
  • Quantity recalled: 22 units
  • Affected states: AL, AZ, CA, FL, IN, KY, MA, MO, MT, NC, NM, RI, TX, UT
  • Health risks include local tissue reaction and surgical intervention

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Safety Assessment

Risk LevelHIGH
Severity Score
8/ 10
Affected Groups
GENERAL
Injury Types
OTHER

Product Classification

Product Details

Brand
Model Numbers
Lot Code: Model No 815509360
UDI-DI (01)00887868143540(17)340917(10)66717553
Lot Number 66717553 Model No 815509360
UDI-DI (01)00887868143540(17)340823(10)66884563
Lot Number 66884563
Affected States
ALL
Report Date
December 31, 2025
Recall Status
ACTIVE

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