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FDA Devices recall · Reported October 16, 2024

Triathlon Universal TS Baseplate Size 2 - A single use sterile implantable device intended for cemented applications during primary and revision Total Knee Arthroplasty (TKA) when the Triathlon Knee System is selected for use. Catalog Number: 5521-B-200

Anterior locking tabs on the Triathlon Universal Baseplate are out of specification which may prevent engagement of either of the two locking tabs with the locking wire of the tib…

Recall #
Z-0023-2025
Affected scope
16 units
Initiated
September 4, 2024
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Howmedica Osteonics Corp. recalled Triathlon Universal TS Baseplate Size 2 - A single use sterile implantable device intende… - a moderate-severity action.

Triathlon Universal TS Baseplate Size 2 - A single use sterile implantable device intende… was recalled by Howmedica Osteonics Corp. in October 16, 2024. Reason: Anterior locking tabs on the Triathlon Universal Baseplate are out of specification which may prevent engagem…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-0023-2025 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Howmedica Osteonics Corp. issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-Anterior locking tabs on the Triathlon Universal Baseplate are out of specification which may prevent engagem….

Moderate
severity level
16 units
affected scope
Class II
classification
October 16, 2024
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-0023-2025 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution scope (see Distribution below) directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from FDA Devices - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

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Where this agency-classified recall sits among FDA Class I/II/III notices

Of 88,244 recalls with an agency hazard classification, 19,068 are high severity, 64,652 moderate, and 4,524 low. A further 16,179 CPSC/NHTSA recalls have no agency class and are excluded from this split. This recall is classified moderate severity.

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Product description

Triathlon Universal TS Baseplate Size 2 - A single use sterile implantable device intended for cemented applications during primary and revision Total Knee Arthroplasty (TKA) when the Triathlon Knee System is selected for use. Catalog Number: 5521-B-200

Reason for recall

Anterior locking tabs on the Triathlon Universal Baseplate are out of specification which may prevent engagement of either of the two locking tabs with the locking wire of the tibial insert.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the FDA Devices recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Severity class Moderate (Class II)
Status Ongoing
Recall number Z-0023-2025
Date reported October 16, 2024
Date initiated September 4, 2024
Recalling firm Howmedica Osteonics Corp.
Firm location Mahwah, NJ
Affected scope 16 units
Distribution US Nationwide distribution in the states of AZ, FL, NC, OH, PA, TN, WI. Stryker issued Urgent Medical Device Recall (UMDR) PFA 3554908 by third party Sedgwick on September 04, 2024, via UPS 2-day air. Letter states reason for recall,…

Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Devices enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Scale of Impact

16 units units affected - limited or regional distribution scale.

Regional (<10K units) ✓ This recall
Multi-state (10K – 100K units) -
Large-scale (100K – 1M units) -
Massive (≥1M units) -

Bracket cutoffs follow federal recall-disclosure conventions; bar widths scale linearly within each bracket. Source: PlainRecalls analysis of U.S. Food and Drug Administration filings.

What to do with this recall

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Triathlon Universal TS Baseplate Size 2 - A single use sterile implantable device intended for cemented applications during primary and revision Total Knee Arthroplasty (TKA) when the Triathlon Knee System is selected for use. Catalog Number: 5521-B-200. Recalled by Howmedica Osteonics Corp.. Units affected: 16 units.
Why was this product recalled?
Anterior locking tabs on the Triathlon Universal Baseplate are out of specification which may prevent engagement of either of the two locking tabs with the locking wire of the tibial insert.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on October 16, 2024. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0023-2025.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: US Nationwide distribution in the states of AZ, FL, NC, OH, PA, TN, WI. Stryker issued Urgent Medical Device Recall (UMDR) PFA 3554908 by third party Sedgwick on September 04, 2024, via UPS 2-day air. Letter states reason for recall, health risk and action to take: 1. Please inform users of this Urgent Medical Device Recall and forward this notice to all individuals who need to be made aware or organizations who have consigned product. 2. Immediately check all stock areas and/or operating room storage to determine if any devices from the affected product list are at your facility. 3. Quarantine and discontinue use of the recalled devices identified in the affected product list (Table 1). 4. Complete and sign the enclosed Urgent Medical Device Recall Business Reply Form: " Medical Facility: Please sign the Business Reply Form and email to: strykerortho8441@sedgwick.com/ Fax: (800) 871-7417 " Stryker Branch/Agency: please sign the AdobeSign form arriving to you via email. 5. Please contact your Local Sales Office or your Stryker Sales Representative directly for product replacement and inventory questions. 6. Please return the devices to Stryker using the following address: Stryker Orthopaedics/PFA Product Returns Attn: Distribution Inventory Team 325 Corporate Drive Dock M-East Mahwah, NJ 07430 Ref. PFA 3554908 Please add the tracking number Please assist us in meeting our regulatory obligation by completing and emailing the attached Urgent Medical Device Recall Business Reply Form within 5 days. A response is required, even though you may not have any physical inventory on site. If you have any questions or concerns after reviewing this letter, please contact Customer Service at (201) 831-5000. For questions pertaining to the recall, email SO_M_PRODUCT_FIELD_ACTION_RESPONSE@stryker.com.
Should I stop using a recalled medication or medical device?
Do not stop using a recalled medication or device without consulting your healthcare provider first, as abruptly discontinuing treatment could pose its own health risks. Your doctor can advise on alternatives or whether the recall applies to your specific product lot. Check the recall number and lot information against your product packaging.

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