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Stryker Howmedica Osteonics Corp.: Accolade TMZF Plus 127 degree Neck Angle V40 Hip Stem #2.5 and Accolade TMZF Plus 127 degree Neck Angle V40 Hip Stem #3.5, Howmedica Osteonics Corp. The intended use is for reconstruction of the head and neck of the femoral joint.

Recall number
Z-0656-2013
Recalling firm
Stryker Howmedica Osteonics Corp.
Product
Accolade TMZF Plus 127 degree Neck Angle V40 Hip Stem #2.5 and Accolade TMZF Plus 127 degree Neck Angle V40 Hip Stem #3.5, Howmedica Osteonics Corp. The intended use is for reconstruction of the head and neck of the femoral joint.
Status
Terminated
Initiated
2012-10-23
Posted
2013-01-08
Terminated
2013-09-11
Reason
Stryker has received a report that single size 3.5 stem was packaged as size 2.5 stem resulting in a possible product mix.
Root cause
Labeling mix-ups
Action
Stryker sent "Urgent Medical Device Recall Notification" letters and product accountability forms via Fed Ex with return receipt on 10/23/12 to branches/agencies and to hospitals and physicians on 10/24/12. The letter described the issue and provided recommended actions to mitigate the risk. Customers can call (201) 972-2100 if questions.
Quantity
6021-2530- four units; 6021-3535-
Distribution
Nationwide distribution, including the states of NY, NJ, CA and FL.
Lot, serial or model codes
Catalog Number: 6021-2530 Lot #40264005  Catalog Number: 6021-3535 Lot #40163005. This lot was not received in the US.
510(k) numbers
["K994366"]
PMA numbers
not on file
Product code
MEH
Firm FEI
3003070421
Firm city
Mahwah
Firm state
NJ
Firm country
not on file

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Published
2026-09-28
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