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Reported: September 16, 2020 Initiated: July 31, 2020 #Z-2948-2020 12,348 units units

MicroPort Orthopedics Inc. issued this FDA Devices recall on September 16, 2020. Classified as Moderate severity (Class II). Approximately 12,348 units units are affected. The recall was issued because: MicroPort Orthopedics Inc. is voluntarily recalling any existing inventory of PROFEMUR¿ Titanium and Cobalt Chrome modu…. This recall notice is sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Below you will find the complete product description, hazard information, remedy instructions, and related recalls from the same manufacturer or product category.

Recall Insight

This FDA Devices action (record #Z-2948-2020) was formally reported on September 16, 2020, with the manufacturer initiating the action on July 31, 2020. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Ongoing. MicroPort Orthopedics Inc. is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Arlington, TN. Federal records indicate 12,348 units units are affected.

The documented reason for this recall is: MicroPort Orthopedics Inc. is voluntarily recalling any existing inventory of PROFEMUR¿ Titanium and Cobalt Chrome modular necks with previous package insert versions to replace the PROFEMUR¿ Hip System Package Insert w… Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Worldwide Distribution: US (nationwide) to states of: AL, AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, MA, MD, MI, MO, MT, NC, NH, NJ, NV, OH, PA, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI including PR; and countries of: Brazil, Canada, Chin…. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.

To put this record in context, PlainRecalls indexes 83,949 recalls across the FDA, CPSC, NHTSA and USDA FSIS going back to 1995. Within the same product category, the database holds 6 closely related recalls, of which 6 were also issued by FDA Devices. That clustering is a signal — repeated actions in a narrow category often indicate a systemic quality-control issue, a supplier-wide contamination, or a design defect that has propagated across product lines. This recall is roughly 6 years old; older recalls can remain relevant because many units enter resale, rental, and secondary-market channels where the original warning never reaches the end user. Always cross-check the recall number against the official agency page before relying on any summary.

Recall Distribution by Severity Class

Severity1Class I (Critical)Class II (Moderate)Class III (Low)
Recall Distribution by Severity Class

Severity

Moderate

Units Affected

12,348 units

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product Description

PROFEMUR Titanium and Cobalt Chrome modular necks, Item Numbers and descriptions: Item Number Description Description 2 PHAC1202 PROFEMUR NECK NEUTRAL SHORT COBALT CHROME PHAC1204 PROFEMUR NECK NEUTRAL LONG COBALT CHROME PHAC1212 PROFEMUR NECK A/R VAR/VAL 2 SHORT COBALT CHROME PHAC1214 PROFEMUR NECK A/R VAR/VAL 2 LONG COBALT CHROME PHAC1222 PROFEMUR NECK A/R VAR/VAL 1 SHORT COBALT CHROME PHAC1224 PROFEMUR NECK A/R VAR/VAL 1 LONG COBALT CHROME PHAC1232 PROFEMUR NECK A/R 8DG SHORT COBALT CHROME PHAC1234 PROFEMUR NECK A/R 8DG LONG COBALT CHROME PHAC1242 PROFEMUR NECK A/R 15DG SHORT COBALT CHROME PHAC1244 PROFEMUR NECK A/R 15DG LONG COBALT CHROME PHAC1252 PROFEMUR NECK VAR/VAL 8DG SHORT COBALT CHROME PHA01202 PROFEMUR NECK NEUTRALSHORT SHORT PHA01204 PROFEMUR NECK NEUTRAL LONG PHA01206 PROFEMUR NECK NEUTRAL X LONG PHA01212 PROFEMUR NECK A/R VAR/VAL 2 SHORT PHA01214 PROFEMUR NECK A/R VAR/VAL 2 LONG PHA01222 PROFEMUR NECK A/R VAR/VAL 1 SHORT PHA01224 PROFEMUR NECK A/R VAR/VAL 1 LONG PHA01232 PROFEMUR NECK 8DG A/R SHORT PHA01234 PROFEMUR NECK 8DG A/R LONG PHA01236 PROFEMUR NECK 8DG A/R X LONG PHA01242 PROFEMUR NECK 15DG A/R SHORT PHA01244 PROFEMUR NECK 15DG A/R LONG PHA01252 PROFEMUR NECK 8DG VAR/VAL SHORT PHA01254 PROFEMUR NECK 8DG VAR/VAL LONG PHA01256 PROFEMUR NECK 8DG VAR/VAL X LONG PHA01262 PROFEMUR NECK 15DG VAR/VAL SHORT PHA01264 PROFEMUR NECK 15DG VAR/VAL LONG Intended Use: MPO Total Hip Systems are indicated for use in total hip arthroplasty for reduction or relief of pain and/or improved hip function in skeletally mature patients.

Reason for Recall

MicroPort Orthopedics Inc. is voluntarily recalling any existing inventory of PROFEMUR¿ Titanium and Cobalt Chrome modular necks with previous package insert versions to replace the PROFEMUR¿ Hip System Package Insert with the most recent revision (150803-8).

Details

Units Affected
12,348 units
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution: US (nationwide) to states of: AL, AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, MA, MD, MI, MO, MT, NC, NH, NJ, NV, OH, PA, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI including PR; and countries of: Brazil, Canada, China, Costa Rica, France, Germany, Japan, The Netherlands and United Kingdom.
Location
Arlington, TN

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-2948-2020
Date reported September 16, 2020
Date initiated July 31, 2020
Recalling firm MicroPort Orthopedics Inc.
Units affected 12,348 units
Distribution Worldwide Distribution: US (nationwide) to states of: AL, AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, MA, MD, MI, MO, MT, NC, NH, NJ, NV, OH, PA, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI including PR; and countries of: Brazil, Canada, China, Costa Rica, Franc…

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

Scale of Impact

12,348 units units affected — limited or regional distribution scale.

Regional (<10K units)
Multi-state (10K – 100K units) ✓ This recall
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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
PROFEMUR Titanium and Cobalt Chrome modular necks, Item Numbers and descriptions: Item Number Description Description 2 PHAC1202 PROFEMUR NECK NEUTRAL SHORT COBALT CHROME PHAC1204 PROFEMUR NECK NEUTRAL LONG COBALT CHROME PHAC1212 PROFEMUR NECK A/R VAR/VAL 2 SHORT COBALT CHROME PHAC1214 PROFEMUR NECK A/R VAR/VAL 2 LONG COBALT CHROME PHAC1222 PROFEMUR NECK A/R VAR/VAL 1 SHORT COBALT CHROME PHAC1224 PROFEMUR NECK A/R VAR/VAL 1 LONG COBALT CHROME PHAC1232 PROFEMUR NECK A/R 8DG SHORT COBALT CHROME PHAC1234 PROFEMUR NECK A/R 8DG LONG COBALT CHROME PHAC1242 PROFEMUR NECK A/R 15DG SHORT COBALT CHROME PHAC1244 PROFEMUR NECK A/R 15DG LONG COBALT CHROME PHAC1252 PROFEMUR NECK VAR/VAL 8DG SHORT COBALT CHROME PHA01202 PROFEMUR NECK NEUTRALSHORT SHORT PHA01204 PROFEMUR NECK NEUTRAL LONG PHA01206 PROFEMUR NECK NEUTRAL X LONG PHA01212 PROFEMUR NECK A/R VAR/VAL 2 SHORT PHA01214 PROFEMUR NECK A/R VAR/VAL 2 LONG PHA01222 PROFEMUR NECK A/R VAR/VAL 1 SHORT PHA01224 PROFEMUR NECK A/R VAR/VAL 1 LONG PHA01232 PROFEMUR NECK 8DG A/R SHORT PHA01234 PROFEMUR NECK 8DG A/R LONG PHA01236 PROFEMUR NECK 8DG A/R X LONG PHA01242 PROFEMUR NECK 15DG A/R SHORT PHA01244 PROFEMUR NECK 15DG A/R LONG PHA01252 PROFEMUR NECK 8DG VAR/VAL SHORT PHA01254 PROFEMUR NECK 8DG VAR/VAL LONG PHA01256 PROFEMUR NECK 8DG VAR/VAL X LONG PHA01262 PROFEMUR NECK 15DG VAR/VAL SHORT PHA01264 PROFEMUR NECK 15DG VAR/VAL LONG Intended Use: MPO Total Hip Systems are indicated for use in total hip arthroplasty for reduction or relief of pain and/or improved hip function in skeletally mature patients.. Recalled by MicroPort Orthopedics Inc.. Units affected: 12,348 units.
Why was this product recalled?
MicroPort Orthopedics Inc. is voluntarily recalling any existing inventory of PROFEMUR¿ Titanium and Cobalt Chrome modular necks with previous package insert versions to replace the PROFEMUR¿ Hip System Package Insert with the most recent revision (150803-8).
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on September 16, 2020. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-2948-2020.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Worldwide Distribution: US (nationwide) to states of: AL, AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, MA, MD, MI, MO, MT, NC, NH, NJ, NV, OH, PA, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI including PR; and countries of: Brazil, Canada, China, Costa Rica, France, Germany, Japan, The Netherlands and United Kingdom..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (Z-2948-2020) 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.

Recall Context

Product recalls are issued when a manufacturer, distributor, or federal agency determines that a product poses a safety risk to consumers. This recall is classified as moderate severity, indicating the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences. Across PlainRecalls, we track 83,000+ recalls from FDA, CPSC, and NHTSA to help consumers stay informed and act quickly when safety issues arise.

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Data Sources

Data as of 2025. Source: FDA, CPSC, NHTSA, USDA FSIS federal recall databases.

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Recall information is sourced from official federal agency databases. Always verify recall details with the issuing agency for the most current status. This information is for research and awareness purposes only.

All federal data sources used on this page

Source: Federal recall agencies (FDA, CPSC, NHTSA, USDA FSIS) Aggregated multi-agency recall feeds · 2024 Recall data normalized across federal agency feeds; severity classifications follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC, NHTSA, USDA FSIS).