Incident · Recall
Zimmer Biomet ROSA 2.5.8 recalled over a force-feedback sensor failure that can stop the arm from halting
A ROSA robot (software 2.5.8) was recalled because a force-feedback sensor failure could prevent the robotic arm from stopping as intended. 31 units. Source: FDA Class 2 device recall Z-0160-2018, accessdata.fda.gov / openFDA enforcement.
Occurred 2014-11-06 · Zimmer Biomet
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- What happened in Zimmer Biomet ROSA 2.5.8 recalled over a force-feedback sensor failure that can stop the arm from halting?
- A ROSA robot (software 2.5.8) was recalled because a force-feedback sensor failure could prevent the robotic arm from stopping as intended. 31 units. Source: FDA Class 2 device recall Z-0160-2018, accessdata.fda.gov / openFDA enforcement.
- When did this incident occur?
- The incident is recorded as occurring on November 6, 2014 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 ROSA 2.5.8 recalled over a force-feedback sensor failure that can stop the arm from halting?
- 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 ROSA 2.5.8 recalled over a force-feedback sensor failure that can stop the arm from halting?
- 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 ROSA 2.5.8 recalled over a force-feedback sensor failure that can stop the arm from halting?
- This incident is an active record on the DEPLOY registry; no retraction or correction has been issued.
Methodology: Unreviewed · no sources on file · last reviewed 2026-06-27
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Last reviewed 2026-06-27
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