FDA Device Recalls

Recalls /

#164623

Product

smith&nephew GENESIS(R) II TIBIAL Punch, 13 MM, REF 71440408, QTY: (1)

FDA product code
MBHProsthesis, Knee, Patello/Femorotibial, Semi-Constrained, Uncemented, Porous, Coated, Polymer/Metal/Polymer
Device class
Class 2
Medical specialty
Orthopedic
510(k) numbers
K121393
Affected lot / code info
15FM16181

Why it was recalled

One lot of GENESIS II 13 mm tibial punches are 2 mm smaller than specification.

Root cause (FDA determination)

Error in labeling

Action the firm took

The firm initiated the recall by email on 05/04/2018. Consignees are asked to inspect inventory, locate and quarantine affected, unused devices. Affected product will be returned to Smith & Nephew. All consignees are asked to complete the Response Form, even if they do not have product to return.

Recalling firm

Firm
Smith & Nephew, Inc.
Address
1450 E Brooks Rd, Memphis, Tennessee 38116-1804

Distribution

Distribution pattern
International only: United Arab Emirates, Spain, Mexico

Timeline

Recall initiated
2018-05-04
Terminated
2019-02-22
Status

Source: openFDA Device Recall endpoint. Recall record ID #164623. The FDA issues recall classifications as health-hazard assessments, not legal findings; for legal claims consult a licensed attorney.