PlainRecalls
FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

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.

Reported: May 29, 2013 Initiated: March 7, 2012 #Z-1366-2013

Product Description

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.

Reason for Recall

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.

Details

Recalling Firm
DePuy Orthopaedics, Inc.
Units Affected
20 liners
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution - USA Nationwide including the state of VA and the country of Ireland.
Location
Warsaw, IN

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
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.. Recalled by DePuy Orthopaedics, Inc.. Units affected: 20 liners.
Why was this product recalled?
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.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on May 29, 2013. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1366-2013.