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Terminated

GENESIS(R) II, POSTERIOR STABILIZED ARTICULAR INSERT, SIZE 1-2, 13 MM QTY: (1), REF 71420806, STERILE EO, Smith & Nephew, Inc. Memphis, TN 38116 USA Orthopedic

FDA Recall Z-0444-2014 · Posted 2013-12-04

Recalling FirmSmith & Nephew Inc
Recall StatusTerminated
Product CodeJWH
Date Initiated2013-08-27
Date Terminated2019-08-20
Product Quantity16 pieces

Reason for Recall

The Tyvek(TM) lid on one, or both, of the two trays that form a double barrier around the insert may not have been adequately sealed.

Firm Action

Smith & Nephew sent an Urgent Recall Notification letter dated August 27, 2013, to all affected consignees. The letter identified the product, the problem, and the action to be taken by the customer. They were instructed to cease use and distribution of the product and quarantine for return. Customers were instructed to contact Smith & Nephew via email at [email protected] or fax 901-566-7975 to obtain a return authorization (RA) number. Customers with questions were also instructed use this email address. Customers with affected product were instructed to return it along with the completed inventory Return Certification Form to the address listed on the form. Non-responding consignees were notified again on September 27, 2013, by email. For questions regarding this recall call 901-396-2121.

Root Cause

Package design/selection

Distribution Pattern

Worldwide Distribution - USA including Nevada and Internationally to United Arab Emirates, Italy, Spain, Belgium, Bulgaria, Poland, France, Japan, Netherlands, Australia, Turkey, Russian Federation, Germany and United Kingdom.

Related FDA 510(k) Records

Devices referenced by this recall via K-numbers.

Official Source

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Source: FDA Enforcement Report / Recall database. Always confirm against the official FDA record.

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