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Class II Recall

TRIATHLON X3 TIBIAL BEARING INSERT CS #3 12MM-Intended for knee replacement Catalog Number: 5531-G-312-E

Howmedica Osteonics Corp.

Summary

The FDA issued a Class II for TRIATHLON X3 TIBIAL BEARING INSERT CS #3 12MM-Intended for knee replacement C by Howmedica Osteonics Corp.. Reason: Mislabeled:Labeled Catalog Number: 5531-G-312-E, TRIATHLON X3 TIBIAL BEARING INSERT CS #3 12MM, may contain Catalog Number: 5532-G-413-E, TRIATHLO.

Details

Source

Device Recall

External ID

Z-1653-2023

Action Date

2023-06-07

Status

Ongoing

Category

device

Product Description

TRIATHLON X3 TIBIAL BEARING INSERT CS #3 12MM-Intended for knee replacement Catalog Number: 5531-G-312-E

Lot/Code Info: GTIN: 07613327390698 Lot Number: JH3AHJ

Quantity Affected: 24 units in total

Reason for Recall

Mislabeled:Labeled Catalog Number: 5531-G-312-E, TRIATHLON X3 TIBIAL BEARING INSERT CS #3 12MM, may contain Catalog Number: 5532-G-413-E, TRIATHLON X3 TIBIAL BEARING INSERT PS #4 13MM, and vice versa

Distribution

US Nationwide - Worldwide Distribution: CT, FL, IN, KY, MT, NJ, OR, PA, SC Foreign: China, Japan

Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated

Recall Initiated: 2023-04-13

Company

Context & Analysis

This is a Class II recall. Class II recalls indicate that use of or exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or that the probability of serious consequences is remote.

This was one of 137 device recalls issued in the same week, part of 413 device-related FDA actions this month.

Howmedica Osteonics Corp. has 113 FDA actions in our database, including 113 recalls.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Class II recall?

A Class II recall means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or the probability of serious adverse consequences is remote. Consumers should discontinue use.

What should I do if I have this product?

Stop using the product. Check the product against the specific lot numbers or identifiers listed in the recall. Contact the manufacturer (Howmedica Osteonics Corp.) or your retailer for a refund or replacement. If you experienced adverse effects, report them to the FDA via MedWatch.

How often does Howmedica Osteonics Corp. have FDA actions?

Howmedica Osteonics Corp. has 113 FDA actions in our database, including 113 recalls and 0 device clearances.

Where can I find the official FDA record?

The official record is available on FDA.gov. Search for "Z-1653-2023" on FDA.gov for the full record. You can also use the openFDA API to query this record programmatically.

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