Z-1223-2012

Vanguard Knee Instrumentation Tibial Resection Tower Universal with alignment tower geometry, REF 32487557...

Name: Z-1223-2012 Vanguard Knee Instrumentation Tibial Resection Tower Universal with alignment tower geometry, REF 32487557...
Creator: Biomet U.K., Ltd.
Published: 2012-02-14
License: https://open.fda.gov/license/

Biomet U.K., Ltd. / initiated 2012-02-14 / Terminated / root cause: packaging

FDA source

Biomet U.K., Ltd. began a recall of Vanguard Knee Instrumentation Tibial Resection Tower Universal with alignment tower geometry, REF 32487557, LOT 2561334, Biomet UK Ltd, South Wales, UK Product... on 2012-02-14. The reason FDA records is "This recall was initiated following a report that a bag labeled as REF. 32-487557/Lot no 2561334 (Vanguard Tibial Resection head universal w/ alignment tower) actually contained a Ref. 32-487002/Lot no. 2561329...". As of 2026-09-10, the recall status on record is Terminated, and MDM tags the root cause as packaging.

Recall record

Recall number: Z-1223-2012
Status: Terminated
Initiated: 2012-02-14
Posted: 2012-03-19
Terminated: 2012-11-06
Recalling firm: Biomet U.K., Ltd.
Product: Vanguard Knee Instrumentation Tibial Resection Tower Universal with alignment tower geometry, REF 32487557, LOT 2561334, Biomet UK Ltd, South Wales, UK Product Usage: Usage: Used to guide a saw blade in resecting the proximal tibia. Intended to be used with a tibial alignment guide.
Product code: LXH Orthopedic Manual Surgical Instrument
Reason for recall: This recall was initiated following a report that a bag labeled as REF. 32-487557/Lot no 2561334 (Vanguard Tibial Resection head universal w/ alignment tower) actually contained a Ref. 32-487002/Lot no. 2561329 (Vanguard Distal cutting Block w/out handle attachment). Investigation found packaging of the affected product may contain the incorrect item.
Root cause tag: packaging
FDA root cause: Packaging change control
Action: Biomet U.K. sent a Field Safety Corrective Action notice dated February 14, 2012 to all affected customers. The notice identified the affected products, problem and actions to be taken. Customers were instructed to locate, discontinue use and quarantine the recalled products pending return to Biomet. The letter recommended customers provide the notice to any other organization who may have received the affected instruments. Customers were instructed to complete and return without delay the attached "Fax-Back Response Form" acknowledging receipt of notice and indicating the quantity of products to be returned. For questions call +44 (0) 1656 761658, fax: +44 (0) 1656 645454 and e-mail [email protected]
Quantity in commerce: 4 units
Distribution: Worldwide Distribution - in the countries of France, Japan, Italy, Netherlands, UK , no devices distributed in the USA
Product codes and lots: REF. 32-487557/ Lot no 2561334

Product code LXH

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Data as of 2026-10-07, the FDA export date for this dataset. Page last changed 2026-09-05. View this recall on fda.gov (opens on fda.gov)