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NA 47-2357-017-04Recalls & reported problems

Zimmer, Inc. · Class 2 · Implant

Data updated Oct 18, 2026 from official FDA records · Editorial policy

1 open recall names this device. See the recall details and contact the manufacturer or your healthcare provider.

Adverse event reports
1
Deaths reported
0
Injuries reported
1
Recalls naming it
1

Summary

The FDA's MAUDE database contains 1 adverse event report that list this exact device (DI 00889024088498), received between Feb 21, 2022 and Feb 21, 2022 — classified as 1 injury.

The most frequently reported specific device problem is “Corroded” (1 report).

1 FDA recall record name this device's identifier, 1 still open.

20 other recalls cover devices cleared under the same FDA submission (K070906); they may or may not involve this specific model.

Reports come from manufacturers, hospitals and patients and are not verified by the FDA. A report does not prove the device caused the event, and counts can't be used to compare devices or estimate failure rates. What reports can and can't tell you · How this data works · Data updated Oct 18, 2026.

Recalls naming this device

  1. Mar 20, 2024Class IIOpen, Classified

    Thread form issue for the locking holes in that the locking screws may not properly mate with the plate. The improperly mated screw may not be readily recognizable by the user since the screw may not correctly lock, may result in delay in surgery or loss of fixation resulting further intervention

    Z-1709-2024 · Root cause: Under Investigation by firm · Recall details · FDA record ↗

Most reported problems

Device problems

  • Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem1
  • Corroded1

Patient problems

  • Failure of Implant1
  • Hyperresponsive to stimuli1
  • Pain1
  • Swelling/ Edema1

Recent adverse event reports

The 1 most recent of 1 reports, in the reporter's own words as published by the FDA.

  • InjuryFeb 21, 2022Corroded; Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem; Corroded; Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem

    IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE PLATE EXPLANTED FROM PATIENT SHOWED SIGNS OF CORROSION. ATTEMPTS HAVE BEEN MADE AND THERE IS NO FURTHER INFORMATION AT THIS TIME.

    Patient problems: Failure of Implant; Hyperresponsive to stimuli; Pain; Swelling/ Edema

    MAUDE report 13569464 ↗

Recalls under the same FDA submission

These recalls involve devices cleared under K070906. One submission often covers many models, so check the product and lot details in each record.

  • Z-1710-2024 · Mar 20, 2024 · Open, Classified
    ZPLP (Zimmer Periarticular Locking Plate System) Distal Lateral Fibular Plate, Right, 6 Holes, 106 MM, Sterile- Indicated for temporary internal fixation and stabilization of oste
  • Z-1722-2024 · Mar 20, 2024 · Open, Classified
    ZPLP (Zimmer Periarticular Locking Plate System) Distal Lateral Fibular Plate, Right, 4 Holes, 80 MM, Nonsterile- Indicated for temporary internal fixation and stabilization of os
  • Z-1719-2024 · Mar 20, 2024 · Open, Classified
    ZPLP (Zimmer Periarticular Locking Plate System) Distal Lateral Fibular Plate, Left, 12 Holes, 184 MM, Sterile- Indicated for temporary internal fixation and stabilization of oste
  • Z-1712-2024 · Mar 20, 2024 · Open, Classified
    ZPLP (Zimmer Periarticular Locking Plate System) Distal Lateral Fibular Plate, Right, 10 Holes, 158 MM, Sterile- Indicated for temporary internal fixation and stabilization of oste
  • Z-1726-2024 · Mar 20, 2024 · Open, Classified
    ZPLP Distal Lateral Fibular Plate, Left, 4 Holes, 80 MM, Nonsterile- Indicated for temporary internal fixation and stabilization of osteotomies and fractures Item Number: 00-2357-0
  • Z-1723-2024 · Mar 20, 2024 · Open, Classified
    ZPLP Distal Lateral Fibular Plate, Right, 6 Holes, 106 MM, Nonsterile- Indicated for temporary internal fixation and stabilization of osteotomies and fractures Item Number: 00-2357
  • Z-1714-2024 · Mar 20, 2024 · Open, Classified
    ZPLP (Zimmer Periarticular Locking Plate System) Distal Lateral Fibular Plate, Right, 16 Holes, 236 MM, Sterile- Indicated for temporary internal fixation and stabilization of oste
  • Z-1715-2024 · Mar 20, 2024 · Open, Classified
    ZPLP Distal Lateral Fibular Plate, Left, 4 Holes, 80 MM, Sterile- Indicated for temporary internal fixation and stabilization of osteotomies and fractures Item Number: 7-2357-018-0
  • Z-1724-2024 · Mar 20, 2024 · Open, Classified
    ZPLP Distal Lateral Fibular Plate, Right, 8 Holes, 132 MM, Nonsterile- Indicated for temporary internal fixation and stabilization of osteotomies and fractures Item Number: 00-2357
  • Z-1721-2024 · Mar 20, 2024 · Open, Classified
    ZPLP (Zimmer Periarticular Locking Plate System) Distal Lateral Fibular Plate, Left, 16 Holes, 236 MM, Sterile- Indicated for temporary internal fixation and stabilization of osteo
  • Z-1717-2024 · Mar 20, 2024 · Open, Classified
    ZPLP (Zimmer Periarticular Locking Plate System) Distal Lateral Fibular Plate, Left, 8 Holes, 132 MM, Sterile- Indicated for temporary internal fixation and stabilization of osteot
  • Z-1727-2024 · Mar 20, 2024 · Open, Classified
    ZPLP Distal Lateral Fibular Plate, Left, 6 Holes, 106 MM, Nonsterile- Indicated for temporary internal fixation and stabilization of osteotomies and fractures Item Number: 00-2357-
  • Z-1728-2024 · Mar 20, 2024 · Open, Classified
    ZPLP Distal Lateral Fibular Plate, Left, 8 Holes, 132 MM, Nonsterile-Indicated for temporary internal fixation and stabilization of osteotomies and fractures Item Number: 00-2357-0
  • Z-1729-2024 · Mar 20, 2024 · Open, Classified
    ZPLP Distal Lateral Fibular Plate, Left, 10 Holes, 158 MM, Nonsterile-Indicated for temporary internal fixation and stabilization of osteotomies and fractures Item Number: 00-2357-
  • Z-1711-2024 · Mar 20, 2024 · Open, Classified
    ZPLP (Zimmer Periarticular Locking Plate System) Distal Lateral Fibular Plate, Right, 8 Holes, 132 MM, Sterile- Indicated for temporary internal fixation and stabilization of osteo

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