Severity
Moderate
FDA Devices recall · Reported May 29, 2013
DePuy Orthopaedics, Inc. (DePuy) is issuing a voluntary recall of one lot of the AltrX" liner because the product was incorrectly labeled on the box. The box was labeled for a 3…
DePuy Orthopaedics, Inc. recalled Pinnacle Hip Solutions ALTRX Polyethylene Acetabular Liner, Ref 1221-36-452 Product Us… - a moderate-severity action.
Pinnacle Hip Solutions ALTRX Polyethylene Acetabular Liner, Ref 1221-36-452 Product Us… was recalled by DePuy Orthopaedics, Inc. in May 29, 2013. Reason: DePuy Orthopaedics, Inc. (DePuy) is issuing a voluntary recall of one lot of the AltrX" liner because the pr…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-1366-2013 with the FDA Devices before acting.
The recall
DePuy Orthopaedics, Inc. issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-DePuy Orthopaedics, Inc. (DePuy) is issuing a voluntary recall of one lot of the AltrX" liner because the pr….
Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-1366-2013 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
This FDA Devices action (record #Z-1366-2013) was formally reported on May 29, 2013, with the manufacturer initiating the action on March 7, 2012. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. DePuy Orthopaedics, Inc. is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Warsaw, IN. Federal records list the affected scope as 20 liners.
The documented reason for this recall is: DePuy Orthopaedics, Inc. (DePuy) is issuing a voluntary recall of one lot of the AltrX" liner because the product was incorrectly labeled on the box. The box was labeled for a 36IDX52OD +4 Neutral Liner, but the produ… Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Worldwide Distribution - USA Nationwide including the state of VA and the country of Ireland.. Distribution scope 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, 3 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.
Where this recall sits in its category - 40,322 medical devices recalls on record
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Severity
Moderate
Affected scope
20 liners
Related Recalls
6
3 from same agency
Pinnacle Hip Solutions ALTRX Polyethylene Acetabular Liner, Ref 1221-36-452 Product Usage: An acetabular liner is used in combination with other implants for total hip arthroplasty is intended to provide increased patient mobility and reduce pain by replacing the damaged hip joint articulation in patients where there is evidence of sufficient sound bone to seat and support the components.
DePuy Orthopaedics, Inc. (DePuy) is issuing a voluntary recall of one lot of the AltrX" liner because the product was incorrectly labeled on the box. The box was labeled for a 36IDX52OD +4 Neutral Liner, but the product enclosed was a 36IDX56OD Neutral Liner. Three ( 3 ) complaints were received in January 2012.
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Severity class | Moderate (Class II) |
| Status | Terminated |
| Recall number | Z-1366-2013 |
| Date reported | May 29, 2013 |
| Date initiated | March 7, 2012 |
| Recalling firm | DePuy Orthopaedics, Inc. |
| Firm location | Warsaw, IN |
| Affected scope | 20 liners |
| Distribution | Worldwide Distribution - USA Nationwide including the state of VA and the country of Ireland. |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Devices enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
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