CLASS IIDevice recall · Reported 28 Aug 2013 · FDA Enforcement Report
00597106126 Provisional Mic Porous Pat Prov 26MMX10MM, Rx, Sterile recalled
Zimmer is recalling 00597106126 Provisional Mic Porous Pat Prov 26MMX10MM, Rx, Sterile, distributed nationwide in the US. The recall was initiated on 7 Jun 2013 and the FDA has classified it as Class II.
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Quantity recalled192,355 all devices
Stop using the device if the notice says to, and contact the manufacturer or your healthcare provider for the correction or replacement.
Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.
Reason for recall
Surgeons are implanting components of the NexGen Cruciate Retaining (CR) Complete Knee System in combinations that are not approved (micro with standard). Includes CR Micro Femurs, Articular Surface, Patellae, instruments and provisionals combined with standard components. A March 2012 recall reiterated the proper combination labeling, but the mis match problem continues. Zimmer is removing the d
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Product as listed by the FDA
00597106126 Provisional MIC POROUS PAT PROV 26MMX10MM, Rx, Sterile; 00597106129 Provisional MIC POROUS PAT PROV 29MMX10MM, Rx, Sterile; 00597106132 Provisional MIC POROUS PAT PROV 32MMX10MM, Rx, Sterile; 00597106135 Provisional MIC POROUS PAT PROV 35MMX10MM, Rx, Sterile; Used in total knee arthroplasty and indicated for patients with severe pain.
Where it was distributed
Worldwide Distribution-USA (nationwide) and the country of Japan.
Surgeons are implanting components of the NexGen Cruciate Retaining (CR) Complete Knee System in combinations that are not approved (micro with standard). Includes CR Micro Femurs, Articular Surface, Patellae, instruments and provisionals combined with standard components. A March 2012 recall reiterated the proper combination labeling, but the mis match problem continues. Zimmer is removing the d
Which lots are affected?
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Where was it sold?
Worldwide Distribution-USA (nationwide) and the country of Japan.
What should I do if I have it?
Stop using the device if the notice says to, and contact the manufacturer or your healthcare provider for the correction or replacement.
What does Class II mean?
Class II means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems, or the probability of serious harm is remote.
Read the official FDA notice · Source record retrieved 26 Sep 2026. The FDA describes openFDA data as unvalidated; the official notice takes precedence. This page reports the record and gives no medical advice.