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Z-0656-2013Class II

Accolade TMZF Plus 127 degree Neck Angle V40 Hip Stem #2.5 and Accolade TMZF Plus 127 degree Neck Angle V40...

Howmedica Osteonics Corp / initiated 2012-10-23 / Terminated / root cause: labeling and UDI

Stryker Howmedica Osteonics Corp. began a recall of Accolade TMZF Plus 127 degree Neck Angle V40 Hip Stem #2.5 and Accolade TMZF Plus 127 degree Neck Angle V40 Hip Stem #3.5, Howmedica Osteonics Corp. The... on . FDA classified it as Class II and gives the reason as "Stryker has received a report that single size 3.5 stem was packaged as size 2.5 stem resulting in a possible product mix". As of , the recall status on record is Terminated, and MDM tags the root cause as labeling and UDI.

Recall record

Recall number
Z-0656-2013
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Initiated
Posted
Terminated
Recalling firm
Howmedica Osteonics Corp
Product
Accolade TMZF Plus 127 degree Neck Angle V40 Hip Stem #2.5 and Accolade TMZF Plus 127 degree Neck Angle V40 Hip Stem #3.5, Howmedica Osteonics Corp. The intended use is for reconstruction of the head and neck of the femoral joint.
Product code
MEH Prosthesis, Hip, Semi-Constrained, Uncemented, Metal / Polymer, Non-Porous, Calcium Phosphate
Reason for recall
Stryker has received a report that single size 3.5 stem was packaged as size 2.5 stem resulting in a possible product mix.
Root cause tag
labeling and UDI
FDA root cause
Labeling mix-ups
Action
Stryker sent "Urgent Medical Device Recall Notification" letters and product accountability forms via Fed Ex with return receipt on 10/23/12 to branches/agencies and to hospitals and physicians on 10/24/12. The letter described the issue and provided recommended actions to mitigate the risk. Customers can call (201) 972-2100 if questions.
Quantity in commerce
6021-2530- four units; 6021-3535-
Distribution
Nationwide distribution, including the states of NY, NJ, CA and FL.
Product codes and lots
Catalog Number: 6021-2530 Lot #40264005  Catalog Number: 6021-3535 Lot #40163005. This lot was not received in the US.

Enforcement reports

One row per recalled product line
FDA enforcement reports joined to recall event Z-0656-2013
Recall numberClassStatusVoluntary or mandatedReport dateClassified
Z-0656-2013Class IITerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated