GENESIS(R) II CRUCIATE RETAINING ARTICULAR INSERT, TRIAL, SIZE 3-4, A/P 48 MM, M/L 68 MM, QTY 1, NON-STERILE, REF 71430490, Product Usage: Orthopedic
FDA Recall Z-1996-2013 · Posted 2013-08-22
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Recalling FirmSmith & Nephew Inc
Recall StatusTerminated
Product CodeJWH
Date Initiated2013-07-08
Date Terminated2019-08-19
Product Quantity9 units
Reason for Recall
The products were produced using the wrong color material, resulting in the devices
being red (used for deep dished inserts) instead of blue (used for cruciate retaining inserts).
Firm Action
Smith & Nephew sent an Urgent Recall Notification letter dated July 8, 2013 to all affected customers. Surgeons were notified by letter beginning on July 16, 2013. The letter identified the affected product, problem and actions to be taken. Customers were instructed to inspect inventory, locate unused devices, quarantine immediately, and return affected product to the address provided in the notification. For questions email to [email protected].
Root Cause
Labeling mix-ups
Distribution Pattern
International only: Germany, France, United Arab Emirates, and United Kingdom.
Official Source
View FDA Recall →Source: FDA Enforcement Report / Recall database. Always confirm against the official FDA record.
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