Zimmer Inc. Zimmer NEXGEN Complete Knee Solution MIS Total Knee Procedure Tibial Broach Impactor (a pounding instrument used during knee surgery), nonsterile, Zimmer, Warsaw, Indiana; REF 5951-90.. Recall
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According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
Zimmer NEXGEN Complete Knee Solution MIS Total Knee Procedure Tibial Broach Impactor (a pounding instrument used during knee surgery), nonsterile, Zimmer, Warsaw, Indiana; REF 5951-90..
Brand
Zimmer Inc.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
All units.
Products Sold
All units.
Zimmer Inc. is recalling Zimmer NEXGEN Complete Knee Solution MIS Total Knee Procedure Tibial Broach Impactor (a pounding ins due to The instrument may fracture during use, resulting in metal fragments being left in the patient post-surgery, which could cause implant failure.. Based on FDA medical device recall database.
Summary derived from FDA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by FDA
The instrument may fracture during use, resulting in metal fragments being left in the patient post-surgery, which could cause implant failure.
Recommended Action
Per FDA guidance
Consignees were notified via letter dated 6/30/08. The letter described the issue, provided instructions for the return of the product and asked customers to complete a reply back form. For assistance, contact Zimmer at 1-574-372-4487.
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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