Zimmer Inc. Zimmer Dynesys top-loading cutter, spacer, Zimmer Spine, Minneapolis, MN; REF 07.01284.001. Recall
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According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
Zimmer Dynesys top-loading cutter, spacer, Zimmer Spine, Minneapolis, MN; REF 07.01284.001.
Brand
Zimmer Inc.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
All lots. Lots 60859166, 60859167, 61085708. 60970745, 61024375, 61024376 and 61123514.
Products Sold
All lots. Lots 60859166, 60859167, 61085708. 60970745, 61024375, 61024376 and 61123514.
Zimmer Inc. is recalling Zimmer Dynesys top-loading cutter, spacer, Zimmer Spine, Minneapolis, MN; REF 07.01284.001. due to The spacer cutter may jam during surgery, preventing use of the instrument and causing surgical delay.. Based on FDA medical device recall database.
Summary derived from FDA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by FDA
The spacer cutter may jam during surgery, preventing use of the instrument and causing surgical delay.
Recommended Action
Per FDA guidance
Consignees were notified by letter dated 5/20/09 titled "Urgent Medical Device Correction" that instructed customers that they may continue to use the recalled product until adequate replacements become available, but that they should always ensure they have a backup spacer cutter (of a different model which does not have this issue) available in case this model should jam during use. Users were also advised to ensure the spacer cutter is properly lubricated and is sharp. For questions, please contact Zimmer Spine at 1-800-777-7505.
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