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Health product recall

Zimmer Universal Power System Handpiece (2014-10-21)

Starting date:
October 21, 2014
Posting date:
October 27, 2014
Type of communication:
Medical Device Recall
Subcategory:
Medical Device
Hazard classification:
Type II
Source of recall:
Health Canada
Issue:
Medical Devices
Audience:
General Public, Healthcare Professionals, Hospitals
Identification number:
RA-41895

Zimmer Universal Power System Handpiece

Reason

Zimmer has initiated a recall of modular electric/battery double trigger and modular electric/battery single trigger handpieces with manufactured serial numbers below 400000, because of a potential malfunction. It is possible that the handpiece could start by itself when the power source is connected. The unexpected output of the device (start by itself) could lead to an injury to the user during usage or preparation of the device.

Affected products

Zimmer Universal Power System Handpiece

Lot or serial number

More than 10 numbers, contact manufacturer.

Model or catalog number

89-8507-400-00
89-8507-400-10

Companies

Manufacturer
Zimmer Surgical SA,
3, Chemin Du Pre Fleuri, Plan Les Ouates,
Geneva 1228
SWITZERLAND