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Zimmer Biomet recalls ROSA Brain 3.0 over the robotic arm being sent to the wrong position

Zimmer Biomet recalled the ROSA Brain 3.0 stereotactic neurosurgery robot because the robotic arm could be sent to the wrong position. 16 units. Source: FDA Class 2 device recall Z-0638-2018, openFDA enforcement / accessdata.fda.gov.

Occurred 2017-05-01 · Zimmer Biomet

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What happened in Zimmer Biomet recalls ROSA Brain 3.0 over the robotic arm being sent to the wrong position?
Zimmer Biomet recalled the ROSA Brain 3.0 stereotactic neurosurgery robot because the robotic arm could be sent to the wrong position. 16 units. Source: FDA Class 2 device recall Z-0638-2018, openFDA enforcement / accessdata.fda.gov.
When did this incident occur?
The incident is recorded as occurring on May 1, 2017 on the DEPLOY registry. The date reflects the underlying real-world event, not the registry record's creation date.
Who was involved in Zimmer Biomet recalls ROSA Brain 3.0 over the robotic arm being sent to the wrong position?
The incident is recorded as involving Zimmer Biomet on the DEPLOY registry. No specific robot model is linked to this incident in the registry.
Has anyone responded to Zimmer Biomet recalls ROSA Brain 3.0 over the robotic arm being sent to the wrong position?
No responses to this incident are recorded on the DEPLOY registry. Operators, manufacturers, or affected parties can submit responses to the editorial team; absence is not a guarantee no response was issued.
What is the current status of Zimmer Biomet recalls ROSA Brain 3.0 over the robotic arm being sent to the wrong position?
This incident is an active record on the DEPLOY registry; no retraction or correction has been issued.
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Last reviewed 2026-06-27

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