FDA Device Recalls

Recalls /

#83408

Product

LEGION Pressfit Stem, Straight, 20 MM X 160 MM, REF 71424053, Sterile, Smith & Nephew, Memphis TX 38116. The device is used for Orthopedic Knee Implants.

FDA product code
JWHProsthesis, Knee, Patellofemorotibial, Semi-Constrained, Cemented, Polymer/Metal/Polymer
Device class
Class 2
Medical specialty
Orthopedic
510(k) numbers
K043440
Affected lot / code info
Lot Number: 06DM08612.

Why it was recalled

Products were mispackaged.

Root cause (FDA determination)

Process control

Action the firm took

All affected Smith & Nephew Sales Representatives were notified of the problem and the recall via email and overnight mail on January 22, 2009. All affected Smith & Nephew International Distributors were notified via email and telephone on January 22, 2009. They were instructed to immediately quarantine the product for return.

Recalling firm

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

Distribution

Distribution pattern
Worldwide Distribution -- US, Canada, Australia, Germany, GB, Italy, Switzerland, Spain, and France.

Timeline

Recall initiated
2009-01-22
Posted by FDA
2009-08-23
Terminated
2012-02-07
Status

Source: openFDA Device Recall endpoint. Recall record ID #83408. The FDA issues recall classifications as health-hazard assessments, not legal findings; for legal claims consult a licensed attorney.