smith&nephew R3 MULTI HOLE HEMISPHERICAL STIKTITE COATED SHELL, manufactured in the following siz...
FDA Device Recall #Z-2335-2020 — Class II — April 22, 2020
Recall Summary
| Recall Number | Z-2335-2020 |
| 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 | 1766 devices |
Product Description
smith&nephew R3 MULTI HOLE HEMISPHERICAL STIKTITE COATED SHELL, manufactured in the following sizes: Sizes REF/product number 48MM 71338663 50MM 71338664 52MM 71338665 54MM 71338666 56MM 71338667 58MM 71338668 Orthopedic implant component.
Reason for Recall
A manufacturing error resulted in out of specification R3 Acetabular Shells
Distribution Pattern
Worldwide
Lot / Code Information
71338663, Lot Numbers: 18EM10564, 18EM23226, 18EM23226A, 18HM14882, 18JM12818, 18JM12819, 18JM12819A, 18KM09644, 18LM19836, 18MM07583, 19BM10203, 19CM19574, 19CM19582, 19DM28076, 18KM25982, 18MM07580, 19DM15683, 19EM19652, 19EM19655, 19EM19656, 19EM19657, 18KM25982A, 18GM18693, 18GM18700, 18HM04587, 18HM04588, 18HM04593, 18HM14887, 18JM02705, 18GM18693A, 18GM18700A, 18HM04588A, 18HM14887A 71338664, Lot Numbers: 18JM00846, 18JM00851, 18JM03933, 18JM03964, 18KM11934, 18KM14029, 18LM19837, 18LM21024, 19AM23671, 19AM23674, 19BM12881, 19DM15685, 19DM15687, 19EM19658, 19EM19659, 19EM19660, 18GM04676, 18GM04678, 18GM04680, 18HM14311, 18EM01929, 18EM14265, 18HM05120, 18JM03940, 19DM15688, 19DM28083, 19DM28084, 19DM28085, 19DM28086, 19DM28078, 19DM28079, 19EM19661, 19EM19662, 18JM03940A, 19DM28083A, 18KM25957, 18KM25958, 19AM05159, 19AM05159A 71338665, Lot Numbers: 18GM06572, 18GM07678, 18HM16467, 18JM01340, 18JM01342, 18JM08808, 18JM13325, 18JM17690, 18JM17693, 18JM17696, 18KM21705, 19BM02834, 19BM02839, 19CM19591, 19DM28090, 19DM28098, 19DM28099, 19EM19663, 19EM19670, 18GM06573, 18GM06581, 18DM18282, 18DM18284, 18EM17244, 18EM17247, 18HM16458, 18LM11838, 19BM02835, 19BM02836, 19BM02838, 19DM28092, 19DM28094, 19DM28096, 19DM28102, 19EM19669, 19CM19858, 19AM05185, 18GM20396, 18GM20401, 18GM20402, 18GM21563, 18KM09552, 19AM05177, 19AM05188, 18GM20401A, 18GM20402A 71338666, Lot Numbers: 18HM03836, 18JM15041, 18JM12829, 18JM12830, 19BM10927, 19BM10928, 19BM10931, 19BM10932, 18HM00329, 18HM00347, 18HM00347A, 18HM03834, 18HM03836, 18JM15041, 18HM03514, 18KM25967, 18LM15102, 19BM10935, 19BM10930, 18HM03834, 18KM09561, 18LM11826, 18KM06619, 18KM09560, 18KM09562, 18KM09563 71338667, Lot Numbers: 18HM12336, 18HM12361, 18HM12384, 18JM07422, 18KM09948, 19BM07657, 19BM07662, 19BM07666, 19DM15703, 19DM15708, 19DM15711, 18EM18375, 18GM06752, 18GM07679, 18HM00298, 18HM12366, 18JM07424, 18JM12833, 18JM12857, 19BM07656, 19DM15699, 19DM15702, 18HM12366A, 18KM17057, 18KM25976, 18GM06759, 18GM17009, 18HM12363, 18KM25971, 18JM00895, 18JM05154, 18KM25971A, 18KM14060 71338668, Lot Numbers: 18EM18377, 18EM18377A, 18HM13061, 18HM13079, 18HM13079A, 18HM13079B, 18HM22354, 19BM06037, 19BM06042, 19BM06043, 18HM00300, 18HM22357, 19EM19997
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| Z-3172-2024 | Class II | DIAMOND POINT, BOTH ENDS K-WIRE, REF 128062, me... | Jul 9, 2024 |
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.