Zimmer BiometRecalls & reported problems across all models
Zimmer Surgical SA · 17 models in the FDA device registry
Data updated Oct 16, 2026 from official FDA records · Editorial policy
- Adverse event reports
- 482
- Deaths reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 4
- Recalls
- 0
We found 17 models of Zimmer Biomet by Zimmer Surgical SA in the FDA's device registry (GUDID). Together they are named in 482 adverse event reports in the FDA's MAUDE database, received between Jan 26, 2018 and Sep 30, 2026 — classified as 4 injuries, 478 malfunctions.
The most frequently reported specific device problem is “Fracture” (99 reports).
Reports come from manufacturers, hospitals and patients and are not verified by the FDA. A report does not prove the device caused the event. Widely used products collect more reports, so totals can't be used to compare products or estimate failure rates. Only reports that name a model's exact device identifier are counted. What reports can and can't tell you · How this data works
Reports received per month, all models
Most reported Zimmer Biomet problems
Device problems
- Fracture99
- Mechanical Jam86
- Break80
- Mechanical Problem80
- Difficult to Open or Close50
- Battery Problem34
- Overheating of Device22
- Crack15
Patient problems
- No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions472
- Insufficient Information17
- No Known Impact Or Consequence To Patient2
- No Information1
Zimmer Biomet models
17 models, most reported first. Each model has its own page with its reports, recalls and device details.
- Zimmer Biomet™ 89-8521-470-40Battery, Replacement, Rechargeable228 reports
- Zimmer Biomet™ 89-8510-440-10Battery, Replacement, Rechargeable90 reports
- Zimmer Biomet™ 89-8509-450-60Saw, Powered, And Accessories83 reports
- Zimmer Biomet™ 89-8521-470-20Battery, Replacement, Rechargeable34 reports
- Zimmer Biomet™ 89-8509-451-20Saw, Powered, And Accessories13 reports
- Zimmer Biomet™ 89-8522-450-20Motor, Surgical Instrument, Ac-Powered10 reports
- Zimmer Biomet™ 89-8510-440-20Battery, Replacement, Rechargeable8 reports
- Zimmer Biomet™ 89-8522-450-60Motor, Surgical Instrument, Ac-Powered4 reports
- Zimmer Biomet™ 89-8522-451-42Motor, Surgical Instrument, Ac-Powered3 reports
- Zimmer Biomet™ 89-8510-421-00Battery, Replacement, Rechargeable2 reports
- Zimmer Biomet™ 89-8509-451-41Saw, Powered, And Accessories1 report
- Zimmer Biomet™ 89-8509-451-43Saw, Powered, And Accessories1 report
- Zimmer Biomet™ 89-8522-150-90Motor, Surgical Instrument, Ac-Powered1 report
- Zimmer Biomet™ 89-8522-270-40Motor, Surgical Instrument, Ac-Powered1 report
- Zimmer Biomet™ 89-8522-270-80Motor, Surgical Instrument, Ac-Powered1 report
- Zimmer Biomet™ 89-8522-451-43Motor, Surgical Instrument, Ac-Powered1 report
- Zimmer Biomet™ 89-8521-470-30Battery, Replacement, Rechargeable1 report
Recent Zimmer Biomet adverse event reports
The 15 most recent reports across all models, in the reporter's own words as published by the FDA.
MalfunctionSep 30, 2026Difficult to Open or Close
It was reported that the battery housing could not be closed due to damaged lid rubber. No consequences or impact to the patient. Attempts have been made and no further information has been provided.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50943022 ↗MalfunctionSep 28, 2026Difficult to Open or Close
It was reported that an aseptic battery housing would not close properly. No consequences or impact to the patient. Attempts have been made and no further information has been provided.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50911544 ↗MalfunctionSep 21, 2026Difficult to Open or Close
It was reported that aseptic battery housing is not closing properly. Event has been discovered outside of surgery, therefore no patient involvement.No more information has been provided.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50838786 ↗MalfunctionSep 21, 2026Fracture
It was reported that the locking mechanism is broken. No consequences or impact to the patient. No further event information available at the time of this report.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50838560 ↗MalfunctionSep 16, 2026Break
It was reported that the device was found damaged. As can be seen in the provided photo of the product, it is obviously seen that locking mechanism got damaged (missing). No consequences or impact to the patient. Attempts have been made and no further information has been provided.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50785205 ↗MalfunctionAug 12, 2026Difficult to Open or Close
It was reported that the cap of the aseptic battery housing is defective and it doesn't close properly.No consequences or impact to the patient.Due diligence is in progress for this complaint; to date no additional information or product has been received.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50219150 ↗MalfunctionAug 11, 2026Difficult to Open or Close; Complete Loss of Power
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50206156 ↗MalfunctionAug 10, 2026Fracture
It was reported that the cap came off the aseptic battery housing when it was placed on the table during surgery. No consequences or impact to the patient. Due diligence is in progress for this complaint; to date no additional information or product has been received.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50191065 ↗MalfunctionJun 1, 2026Fracture
IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE UNIVERSAL BATTERY HOUSING LOCKING SYSTEM IS BROKEN. ATTEMPTS HAVE BEEN MADE AND NO FURTHER INFORMATION HAS BEEN PROVIDED.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 25347072 ↗MalfunctionMay 22, 2026Failure to Conduct
IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE BATTERY HOUSING WAS DAMAGED, AND DURING USE THE HANDPIECE INTERMITTENTLY STOPPED FUNCTIONING OR FAILED TO POWER ON. AS A RESULT OF THE INVESTIGATION IT TURNED OUT THAT THE LOCKING MECHANISM OF THE HOUSING GOT DAMAGED. NO CONSEQUENCES OR IMPACT TO THE PATIENT. ATTEMPTS HAVE BEEN MADE AND NO FURTHER INFORMATION HAS BEEN PROVIDED.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 25252776 ↗MalfunctionMay 14, 2026Mechanical Problem
IT WAS REPORTED THE LID LOCKING ON THE ASEPTIC TRANSFER KIT HOUSING HAS MALFUNCTIONED. ATTEMPTS HAVE BEEN MADE AND NO FURTHER INFORMATION HAS BEEN PROVIDED.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 25169809 ↗MalfunctionMay 4, 2026Mechanical Jam
IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE OSCILLATING SAW HAS STOPPED WORKING. NO PATIENT INVOLVEMENT. ATTEMPTS HAVE BEEN MADE AND NO FURTHER INFORMATION HAS BEEN PROVIDED.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 25072986 ↗MalfunctionApr 13, 2026Fracture
No further event information available at the time of this report.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 24862315 ↗MalfunctionApr 9, 2026Fracture; Difficult to Open or Close
IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE BATTERY CASE HAS STOPPED CLOSING BECAUSE OF THE BROKEN LOCKING MATERIAL. NO MORE INFORMATION HAS BEEN PROVIDED.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 24826075 ↗MalfunctionApr 1, 2026Fracture
IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE LID OF THE ASEPTIC TRANSFER KIT HOUSING IS BROKEN AND THE BATTERY FELL OUT. NO CONSEQUENCES OR IMPACT TO THE PATIENT. DUE DILIGENCE IS IN PROGRESS FOR THIS COMPLAINT; TO DATE NO ADDITIONAL INFORMATION HAS BEEN RECEIVED.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 24753169 ↗
Sources and updates
- Models: FDA GUDID, file dated Oct 13, 2026. Models are grouped by the brand name the manufacturer registered.
- Adverse event reports: FDA MAUDE, file dated Oct 14, 2026
- Recalls: FDA Medical Device Recalls, file dated Oct 16, 2026
- Page last rebuilt: Oct 16, 2026. Data downloaded through openFDA, which notes it is not validated for clinical or regulatory use.
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