Biomet, Inc. Biomet Microplasty Cup Impactor, 1/4" -28 Thread Insert; Model 31-400605. Instrument for hip prosthesis acetabular cup component. Recall
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According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
Biomet Microplasty Cup Impactor, 1/4" -28 Thread Insert; Model 31-400605. Instrument for hip prosthesis acetabular cup component.
Brand
Biomet, Inc.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Lots: 095209, 095210, 096830, 096857 and 096858.
Products Sold
Lots: 095209, 095210, 096830, 096857 and 096858.
Biomet, Inc. is recalling Biomet Microplasty Cup Impactor, 1/4" -28 Thread Insert; Model 31-400605. Instrument for hip prosth due to The weld at the lock location may fracture during impaction.. Based on FDA medical device recall database.
Summary derived from FDA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by FDA
The weld at the lock location may fracture during impaction.
Recommended Action
Per FDA guidance
Biomet notified distributors and medical facilities by letter dated 1/16/08. Distributors with distributor-owned instruments at medical facilities were notified by email on 1/17/08, and provided with a letter to present to their associated medical facilities describing the recall.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) directly.
View official FDA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026