HIGH

Affixus Antegrade Femoral Nailing System Recalled Over Fracture Risk

Zimmer Inc. recalled 24 units of the Affixus Antegrade Femoral Nailing System on December 2, 2025. Affected implants may have an undersized distal diameter that could lead to implant fatigue fractures. Risks include pain, tissue damage, and potential 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 recalled product is the Affixus Antegrade Femoral Nails, Model/Catalog Number 815609340. The affected size is 9 mm with a length of 340 mm. These products were distributed nationwide in several states including California, Texas, and Florida.

The Hazard

Affected implants may have an undersized distal diameter along the shaft, leading to fatigue fractures. This can result in local tissue reactions, pain, non-union or malunion, and tissue damage that requires surgical intervention.

Reported Incidents

No specific incident or injury counts are reported, but the potential health risks are significant. Patients may experience adverse reactions necessitating further medical procedures.

What to Do

Stop using the device immediately. Follow the recall instructions provided by Zimmer, Inc. Contact your healthcare provider for further guidance.

Contact Information

For more information, visit the recall page at the FDA's website or contact Zimmer, Inc. directly for assistance.

Key Facts

  • Recalled product: Affixus Antegrade Femoral Nails
  • Model Number: 815609340
  • Recall date: December 2, 2025
  • Nationwide distribution in multiple states
  • Potential for serious health risks

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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 815609340
UDI-DI (01)00887868144486(17)340904(10)66717602
Lot Number 66717602 Model No 815609340
UDI-DI (01)00887868144486(17)340904(10)66892901
Lot Number 66892901
Affected States
ALL
Report Date
December 31, 2025
Recall Status
ACTIVE

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