# FDA recall Z-1709-2024

> **Zimmer, Inc.** · Class II · device recall initiated 2024-03-20.

## Product

ZPLP (Zimmer Periarticular Locking Plate System) Distal Lateral Fibular Plate, Right, 4 Holes, 80 MM, Sterile- Indicated for temporary internal fixation and stabilization of osteotomies and fractures  Item Number: 47-2357-017-04

## Reason for recall

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

## Distribution

Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide and the countries of Brazil, Canada, China, Hong Kong, India, Japan, New Zealand, Seoul Korea, Singapore, Switzerland, Taiwan.

## Key facts

- **Recall number:** Z-1709-2024
- **Recalling firm:** Zimmer, Inc.
- **Classification:** Class II
- **Product type:** device
- **Status:** Ongoing
- **Initiation date:** 2024-03-20
- **Report date:** 2024-05-08

- **Voluntary/Mandated:** Voluntary: Firm initiated
- **Location:** Warsaw, IN, United States

## Primary source

FDA Enforcement Reports: https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/ires/index.cfm?Product=Z-1709-2024

## Citation

> AI Analytics. FDA recall Z-1709-2024. Retrieved 2026-06-24 from https://api.ai-analytics.org/recall/Z-1709-2024. Source: US FDA. Licensed CC0.

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