Severity
Moderate
ModerateClass IITerminated
FDA Devices recall · Reported October 9, 2019
TRIATHLON FEMORAL DISTAL AUGMENT 10MM - SIZE 2 RIGHT Catalog # 5541-A-202 - Product Usage: Triathlon Femoral Distal Augments are used with Triathlon TS Femoral Components during revision Total Knee Arthroplasty (TKA) and with Triathlon Primary PS Femoral Components during TKA to address distal femoral defects. (See attached IFU (IFU_Triathlon Total Knee_QIN 4376 Rev AB).
Due to device overhang issue that protrudes beyond the medial periphery of the mating femoral component
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Howmedica Osteonics Corp. recalled TRIATHLON FEMORAL DISTAL AUGMENT 10MM - SIZE 2 RIGHT Catalog # 5541-A-202 - Product Usag… - a moderate-severity action.
TRIATHLON FEMORAL DISTAL AUGMENT 10MM - SIZE 2 RIGHT Catalog # 5541-A-202 - Product Usag… was recalled by Howmedica Osteonics Corp. in October 9, 2019. Reason: Due to device overhang issue that protrudes beyond the medial periphery of the mating femoral component. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-2758-2019 with the FDA Devices before acting.
The recall
Howmedica Osteonics Corp. issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-Due to device overhang issue that protrudes beyond the medial periphery of the mating femoral component.
- Moderate
- severity level
- 171 units
- affected scope
- Class II
- classification
- October 9, 2019
- reported
Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-2758-2019 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This FDA Devices action (record #Z-2758-2019) was formally reported on October 9, 2019, with the manufacturer initiating the action on August 19, 2019. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Howmedica Osteonics Corp. is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Mahwah, NJ. Federal records list the affected scope as 171 units.
The documented reason for this recall is: Due to device overhang issue that protrudes beyond the medial periphery of the mating femoral component Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide distribution including the states of AL,AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK…. 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 - 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 recall sits in the database
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Affected scope
171 units
Related Recalls
6
0 from same agency
Product description
TRIATHLON FEMORAL DISTAL AUGMENT 10MM - SIZE 2 RIGHT Catalog # 5541-A-202 - Product Usage: Triathlon Femoral Distal Augments are used with Triathlon TS Femoral Components during revision Total Knee Arthroplasty (TKA) and with Triathlon Primary PS Femoral Components during TKA to address distal femoral defects. (See attached IFU (IFU_Triathlon Total Knee_QIN 4376 Rev AB).
Reason for recall
Due to device overhang issue that protrudes beyond the medial periphery of the mating femoral component
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Severity class | Moderate (Class II) |
| Status | Terminated |
| Recall number | Z-2758-2019 |
| Date reported | October 9, 2019 |
| Date initiated | August 19, 2019 |
| Recalling firm | Howmedica Osteonics Corp. |
| Firm location | Mahwah, NJ |
| Affected scope | 171 units |
| Distribution | Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide distribution including the states of AL,AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD… |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Devices enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
What to do with this recall
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Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
TRIATHLON FEMORAL DISTAL AUGMENT 10MM - SIZE 2 RIGHT Catalog # 5541-A-202 - Product Usage: Triathlon Femoral Distal Augments are used with Triathlon TS Femoral Components during revision Total Knee Arthroplasty (TKA) and with Triathlon Primary PS Femoral Components during TKA to address distal femoral defects. (See attached IFU (IFU_Triathlon Total Knee_QIN 4376 Rev AB).. Recalled by Howmedica Osteonics Corp.. Units affected: 171 units.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
Due to device overhang issue that protrudes beyond the medial periphery of the mating femoral component
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on October 9, 2019. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-2758-2019.
Where was the recalled product distributed? ▼
Distribution: Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide distribution including the states of AL,AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI, WV, WY, and countries of Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Columbia, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Honk Kong, India, Ireland, Iran, Italy, Israel, Japan, Kazakhstan, Korea, Kuwait, Malaysia, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Puerto Rico, Romania, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, and UK..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (Z-2758-2019) against your product. Visit the official FDA Devices website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
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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Source: FDA, CPSC, and NHTSA federal recall databases. This recall: FDA Devices, reported October 9, 2019.
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