smith&nephew R3 ZERO HOLE HA COATED HEMISPHERICAL STIKTITE COATED SHELL, manufactured in the foll...
FDA Device Recall #Z-2332-2020 — Class II — April 22, 2020
Recall Summary
| Recall Number | Z-2332-2020 |
| Classification | Class II — Moderate risk |
| Date Initiated | April 22, 2020 |
| Status | Ongoing |
| Voluntary | Voluntary: Firm initiated |
Recalling Firm
| Firm | Smith & Nephew, Inc. |
| Location | Memphis, TN |
| Product Type | Devices |
| Quantity | 1450 devices |
Product Description
smith&nephew R3 ZERO HOLE HA COATED HEMISPHERICAL STIKTITE COATED SHELL, manufactured in the following sizes: Size REF/product number 42MM 71332242 46MM 71332246 48MM 71332248 50MM 71332250 52MM 71332252 54MM 71332254 56MM 71332256 58MM 71332258 60MM 71332260 62MM 71332262 64MM 71332264 Orthopedic implant component.
Reason for Recall
A manufacturing error resulted in out of specification R3 Acetabular Shells
Distribution Pattern
Worldwide
Lot / Code Information
71332242, Lot Numbers: 18HM20693, 18HM20693A 71332246, Lot Numbers: 19EM17729, 19EM17730, 19EM17730A 71332248, Lot Numbers: 18MM01856, 19BM08386, 19DM17884, 19DM17885, 19DM17890, 19EM11946, 19EM11947, 19DM17881, 18GM04752, 18GM04753, 18HM00807 71332250, Lot Numbers: 18JM05436, 18JM05435, 18JM05436, 19BM17964, 19DM06430, 19DM06500, 19EM03960, 18FM17594, 18GM01199, 18EM13916, 18EM13934, 18JM12796, 18JM12800, 19BM17961, 19CM15771, 19EM03956, 19EM03970, 18EM13916A, 18EM13916B, 18FM00218 71332252, Lot Numbers: 18FM02450, 18FM11167, 18GM09577, 18HM15279, 18HM15304, 18HM23477, 18HM23481, 18JM12802, 18JM12811, 18KM03172, 18LM10404, 18LM10407, 19DM21921, 19DM21927, 19EM09563, 19EM09574, 18FM01063, 18GM01228, 18GM04749, 18GM06567, 18GM17030, 18EM06114, 18EM06116, 18FM01038, 18FM00235, 18MM02061, 18MM05779, 19DM21920, 19DM21922, 19DM21925, 19DM21920A 71332254, Lot Numbers: 18FM02451, 18GM16977, 18HM15323, 18JM08634, 18JM08635, 18JM08636, 18LM10411, 18LM10411A, 18LM10411B, 18LM10414, 18MM10067, 18MM10067A, 18MM10070, 18MM10127, 18MM10127A, 18MM10144, 19BM06673, 19BM16061, 19BM16064, 19BM16066, 19BM16067, 19BM16068, 19CM04082, 19CM04084, 19CM08204, 19CM08206, 19CM08207, 19CM08209, 19CM08211, 19CM19656, 19CM19658, 19CM19658A, 19CM19703, 19CM19765, 19CM19769, 19CM19838, 19CM19838A, 19CM19839, 19CM19843, 19DM05672, 18FM16504, 18FM16506, 18LM10415, 19CM08208, 19CM19760, 19EM09578, 19EM09588, 19EM09588A, 18KM04390 71332256, Lot Numbers: 18GM07672, 18MM07589, 18MM07599, 18MM07622, 19BM12639, 18FM11173, 18FM11177, 18GM16978, 18MM07597, 19BM12636, 19EM09583, 18MM07597A 71332258, Lot Numbers: 18EM23223, 18FM02458, 18GM09584, 18GM16981, 18GM18527, 18GM18527B, 18GM18527C, 19CM11413, 19EM03998, 19EM03999, 18EM23220, 18LM17983, 18LM17984, 19BM07201, 19BM07202, 19BM07214, 19CM11417, 19DM12931, 19DM12936, 19EM04000, 19EM04001, 19CM11417A 71332260, Lot Numbers: 18HM08736, 18HM16488, 18FM02468, 8FM02468B, 18FM21552, 18HM19141, 18HM16487, 18HM16487A 71332262, Lot Numbers: 19EM11295, 19EM11296, 18MM02014 71332264, Lot Numbers: 19EM17718
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Frequently Asked Questions
Contact your healthcare provider and the device manufacturer immediately. Check whether your specific model number and lot number are included in the recall scope. For external devices, stop using the affected product and arrange a replacement. For implanted devices, do not panic — removal is typically not required unless the risk assessment clearly indicates it. Your physician will guide you based on your individual clinical situation and the FDA's recommended actions. Report any adverse effects you may have experienced to FDA MedWatch at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Class I recalls indicate a reasonable probability of serious adverse health consequences or death from the defect. Class II recalls involve products that may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where serious consequences are remote. Class III recalls cover products not likely to cause any adverse health consequences, typically involving technical regulatory violations. The classification guides urgency — Class I recalls require immediate action, while Class III may simply involve returning a product or acknowledging a labeling change. Always read the specific recall notice for recommended patient actions.
Report problems with medical devices to the FDA through MedWatch at 1-800-FDA-1088 or online at FDA.gov/safety/medwatch. Healthcare facilities are required by law to report device-related serious injuries and deaths. Patients and consumers can also report voluntarily. Include the device name, manufacturer, model number, and a description of the problem and any patient outcome. Reports from patients and clinicians help the FDA identify emerging safety signals and may trigger investigations that lead to recalls of dangerous devices.
What Should You Do?
Stop using this device if you are affected by this recall. Contact your healthcare provider and the manufacturer immediately for guidance. Report adverse events to FDA MedWatch.