Zimmer, Inc. recalls Zimmer Biomet Dual Mobility Vivacit-E Highly Crosslinked Polyethylene

Zimmer Biomet is conducting a medical device recall for two (2) lots of the Dual Mobility Vivacit-E¿ Bearing due to a commingle. The outer package is labeled as a Size F 44 mm, however, the implant inside the package is a Size G 46 mm, and vice versa.

Zimmer Biomet Dual Mobility Vivacit-E Highly Crosslinked Polyethylene, 28 mm I.D., 44 mm O.D., Size F, Bearing, Model/Catalog Number: 110031012; semi constrained hip prosthesis

Zimmer Biomet issued an URGENT MEDICAL DEVICE recall notice to its consignees on 9/25/2025 via FedEx, 2nd Day Delivery. The notice explained the issue, potential risks, and requested the return of all affected devices in inventory. Risk Managers were notified that the sales representatives would be removing the affected products. Recommendation for patient monitoring was made to the implanting surgeons. For further questions or concerns after reviewing this notice, please call customer service at 574-371-3071 between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. EST, Monday through Friday. Calls received outside of call center operating hours will receive a voicemail prompt or be transferred to an on-call representative in the event of an emergency. Alternatively, questions may be emailed to CorporateQuality.PostMarket@zimmerbiomet.com.

• FDA enforcement recordOfficial FDA database entry for Z-0418-2026
• FDA 510(k) clearance · K190656The device's official FDA premarket clearance record
• FDA device classification · LPHOfficial FDA classification for this device type
• CFR regulation · 21 CFR 888.3358The federal regulation governing this device
• FDA recall announcementSearch FDA.gov for the official press announcement
• Find Zimmer, Inc.Search for the manufacturer's official notice
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