HIGH

Zimmer Recalls Affixus Femoral Nails Due to Fracture Risk

Zimmer recalled 11 Affixus Antegrade Femoral Nails on December 2, 2025. Affected implants may fracture, leading to serious health risks. Patients should stop using the device immediately and follow manufacturer instructions.

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 involves Affixus Antegrade Femoral Nails, Model No 815609300. The product is 9 mm in diameter and 300 mm in length. The affected units were distributed in several states across the U.S.

The Hazard

The femoral nails may have an undersized distal diameter, increasing the risk of implant fatigue fracture. This can lead to severe complications including adverse tissue reactions and the need for additional surgeries.

Reported Incidents

There are no specific incident counts reported, but potential risks include pain, tissue damage, and surgical interventions due to implant failure.

What to Do

Patients and healthcare providers should immediately stop using the affected devices. Contact Zimmer, Inc. or your healthcare provider for further instructions.

Contact Information

For more information, visit the FDA recall page at the provided URL. Alternatively, contact Zimmer, Inc. directly.

Key Facts

  • Recall date: December 2, 2025
  • Quantity recalled: 11 units
  • Distributed in multiple U.S. states
  • High hazard level classification
  • Immediate stop-use advisory

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Safety Assessment

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

Product Details

Brand
Model Numbers
Lot Code: Model No 815609300
UDI-DI (01)00887868144462(17)340826(10)66717600
Lot Number 66717600
Affected States
ALL
Report Date
December 31, 2025
Recall Status
ACTIVE

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