Database updated: 27 October 2026
Safety Information
Medsafe Online Recall Database
Detail of Recall
| Type of Product: | Device |
| Medsafe Reference: | 20929 |
| Brand Name: | Zimmer Warsaw Instruments |
| Model: | |
| Affected: | Greatbatch Medical Offset Reamer Handle |
| Software version: | |
| Recalling Organisation: | Zimmer Biomet New Zealand Company 210 Khyber Pass Road Grafton Auckland |
| Contact Information: | 09 925 5200 |
| Manufacturer: | Zimmer Inc |
| Issue: | Complaints were reported that the drive chain mechanism seizes during use. The function of the drive chain mechanism is to transmit rotational power from a mechanical drill to an acetabular reamer during a Total Hip Arthroplasty. |
| Recall action type: | Correction |
| Recall action: | Manufacturer to issue advice regarding use |
| Level of recall: | Hospital/Pharmacy/Laboratory |
| Date Commenced: | 16/12/2016 |
