HIGH

Zimmer Recalls Affixus Antegrade Femoral Nails Due to Fracture Risk

Zimmer recalled 24 Affixus Antegrade Femoral Nails on December 2, 2025, due to potential implant fatigue fractures. The defective implants could cause severe health risks, including pain, tissue damage, and the need for additional surgery. Healthcare providers and patients must cease use immediately and follow recall protocols.

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 the Affixus Antegrade Femoral Nails, model number 815609440. The affected product includes 9 mm nails with a length of 440 mm. These products were distributed nationwide across multiple states in the U.S.

The Hazard

Affected implants may have an undersized distal diameter along the shaft. This defect increases the risk of implant fatigue fractures, which can lead to adverse tissue reactions and severe pain.

Reported Incidents

There are no reported injuries or deaths linked to this recall. However, potential risks include non-union or malunion of bone and tissue damage requiring surgical intervention.

What to Do

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

Contact Information

For more details, patients can contact Zimmer, Inc. at their official website or via the recall notification letter.

Key Facts

  • Recall involves 24 units of Affixus Antegrade Femoral Nails
  • Potential for implant fatigue fractures
  • Health risks include pain and tissue damage
  • Stop use immediately and contact healthcare provider

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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 815609440
UDI-DI (01)00887868144530(17)340819(10)66717607
Lot Number 66717607 Model No 815609440
UDI-DI (01)00887868144530(17)341025(10)67031553
Lot Number 67031553
Affected States
ALL
Report Date
December 31, 2025
Recall Status
ACTIVE

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