EVOLVE STEM 8.5MM Model # 496S085

Lack of sterility assurance

Recall #: Z-2989-2020
Affected scope: 16 stems
Initiated: August 26, 2020

Compiled from official public sources by the publisher. · Updated September 2026

Wright Medical Technology Inc recalled EVOLVE STEM 8.5MM Model # 496S085 - a moderate-severity action.

EVOLVE STEM 8.5MM Model # 496S085 was recalled by Wright Medical Technology Inc in September 30, 2020. Reason: Lack of sterility assurance. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-2989-2020 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Wright Medical Technology Inc issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-Lack of sterility assurance.

Moderate
severity level: Class II
classification: September 30, 2020
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-2989-2020 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.

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.

Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.

Product description

EVOLVE STEM 8.5MM Model # 496S085

Reason for recall

Lack of sterility assurance

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	Terminated
Recall number	Z-2989-2020
Date reported	September 30, 2020
Date initiated	August 26, 2020
Recalling firm	Wright Medical Technology Inc
Firm location	Arlington, TN
Affected scope	16 stems
Distribution	USA states: CA, CO, FL, GA, MA, MO, OH, PA, TX OUS: Australia, Canada, Chile, Israel, Spain

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? ▼

EVOLVE STEM 8.5MM Model # 496S085. Recalled by Wright Medical Technology Inc. Units affected: 16 stems.

Why was this product recalled? ▼

Lack of sterility assurance

Which agency issued this recall? ▼

This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on September 30, 2020. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-2989-2020.

Where was the recalled product distributed? ▼

Distribution: USA states: CA, CO, FL, GA, MA, MO, OH, PA, TX OUS: Australia, Canada, Chile, Israel, Spain.

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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