Database updated: 27 October 2026
Safety Information
Medsafe Online Recall Database
Detail of Recall
| Type of Product: | Device |
| Medsafe Reference: | 13076 |
| Brand Name: | Zimmer Pathfinder NXT Fixed Rod Holder Instrument |
| Model: | 3573-1 |
| Affected: | All lots |
| Software version: | |
| Recalling Organisation: | Zimmer Biomet New Zealand Company 210 Khyber Pass Road Grafton Auckland |
| Contact Information: | 09 925 5200 |
| Manufacturer: | Zimmer Spine Inc |
| Issue: | Zimmer has received complaints that the tip of the rod holder may crack or break when the rod is manipulated during surgery. |
| Recall action type: | Correction |
| Recall action: | Manufacturer to issue advice regarding use |
| Level of recall: | Hospital/Pharmacy/Laboratory |
| Date Commenced: | 3/7/2012 |
