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smith&nephew R3 NO HOLE HEMISPHERICAL STIKTITE COATED SHELL, manufactured in the following sizes:...

FDA Device Recall #Z-2331-2020 — Class II — April 22, 2020

Recall Summary

Recall Number Z-2331-2020
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 1267 devices

Product Description

smith&nephew R3 NO HOLE HEMISPHERICAL STIKTITE COATED SHELL, manufactured in the following sizes: Size REF/product number 42MM 71331842 48MM 71331848 50MM 71331850 52MM 71331852 54MM 71331854 56MM 71331856 58MM 71331858 60MM 71331860 Orthopedic implant component.

Reason for Recall

A manufacturing error resulted in out of specification R3 Acetabular Shells

Distribution Pattern

Worldwide

Lot / Code Information

71331842, Lot Numbers: 18HM20691, 18LM09819, 18KM1572 71331848, Lot Numbers: 18HM01685, 19AM15804, 19AM15805, 19AM15809, 19AM15828, 19AM15829 71331850, Lot Numbers: 18LM00667, 18LM00668, 18LM00670, 18LM00671, 18LM00702, 18LM00668A, 18LM00671A 71331852, Lot Numbers: 19EM10292, 18KM20315, 18KM15739, 18KM20284, 18LM17941, 18LM02317, 18KM00744, 18KM00775, 18KM00779, 18KM00833, 18KM06667, 18KM06675, 18KM06676, 18KM06680, 18KM06681, 18KM06682, 18KM13594, 18KM13632, 18KM15736, 18KM15737, 18KM15738, 18KM20281, 18KM20289, 18KM20291, 18KM20292, 18KM24785, 18KM24792, 18KM24795, 18KM24805, 18LM02315, 18LM02337, 18LM17942, 18LM17946, 18KM20281A, 18LM07653, 18KM15736A, 18LM14077, 18KM24785A, 18KM20293A 71331854, Lot Numbers: 18JM13875, 18mm08723, 18JM13874, 19AM17866, 19AM17869, 18GM07436, 18GM07437, 18GM07438, 18GM07445, 18GM07469, 18GM07522, 18GM07533, 18KM03144, 18KM03147, 18KM03148, 18KM23654, 18KM23655, 18KM23662, 18MM08650, 18MM08663, 18MM08676, 18MM08678, 18MM08683, 18MM08695, 18MM08697, 18MM08724, 19AM17823, 19AM17833, 19AM17837, 19AM17845, 18MM08650A, 18MM08663A, 19AM17845A, 19AM17833A, 19AM17837A 71331856, Lot Numbers: 18JM15947, 18MM12475, 18JM15950, 18KM04251, 18HM19101, 18JM15940, 18KM04254, 18HM19123, 18KM15773, 18JM15949, 18JM15949A, 18LM18546, 18HM19116, 18HM19117, 18JM15941, 18KM04226, 18KM04250, 18KM04252, 18KM04253, 18KM13646, 18KM17025, 18KM17026, 18KM17029, 18KM17031, 18KM17032, 18LM18544, 18LM18550, 18MM12424, 18MM12426, 18MM12428, 18MM15587, 18MM15611, 18LM05390, 18KM17031A, 18LM18550A 71331858, Lot Numbers: 19AM03504, 19AM03511 71331860, Lot Numbers: 18JM10154, 18JM10154A

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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.

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