Truliant Splined Stem Extension, 18mm x 120mm -
Exactech, Inc. began a recall of Truliant Splined Stem Extension, 18mm x 120mm - Product Usage: The devices are used in a cemented total knee prosthesis system, which provides femoral... on . FDA classified it as Class II and gives the reason as "These Truliant Splined Stem Extension, 18mm x 120mm were found to have a labeling error. The upper right corner of the label incorrectly identifies the implant size as 17mm x 80mm when the implant size is 18mm x 120mm". As of , the recall status on record is Open, Classified, and MDM tags the root cause as labeling and UDI.
Recall record
- Recall number
- Z-1364-2020
- Classification
- Class II
- Status
- Open, Classified
- Initiated
- Posted
- Recalling firm
- Exactech, Inc.
- Product
- Truliant Splined Stem Extension, 18mm x 120mm - Product Usage: The devices are used in a cemented total knee prosthesis system, which provides femoral components, tibial inserts, stems, augments, and surgical instrumentation for use in primary and revision total knee arthroplasty.
- Product code
- JWH Prosthesis, Knee, Patellofemorotibial, Semi-Constrained, Cemented, Polymer/Metal/Polymer
- Reason for recall
- These Truliant Splined Stem Extension, 18mm x 120mm were found to have a labeling error. The upper right corner of the label incorrectly identifies the implant size as 17mm x 80mm when the implant size is 18mm x 120mm.
- Root cause tag
- labeling and UDI
- FDA root cause
- Labeling mix-ups
- Action
- Exactech distributed the recall notice to the consignees in possession of affected inventory by electronic mail on 7 January 2020. In order to comply with the notice, consignees have been instructed to: "Immediately cease distribution or use of this product. "Extend the information to their accounts that may have this product in their possession. "Identify and quarantine any of the subject devices in their inventory "Complete and return the attached Recall Acknowledgment Form and Recall Inventory Response Form to Exactech.
- Quantity in commerce
- 4 units
- Distribution
- US Nationwide distribution in the states of AZ, CO and FL.
- Product codes and lots
- Catalog no: 02-012-64-1812 Serial number: 6366405, 6367075, 6367076
Enforcement reports
One row per recalled product line| Recall number | Class | Status | Voluntary or mandated | Report date | Classified |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Z-1364-2020 | Class II | Ongoing | Voluntary: Firm initiated |
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