Prosthesis, knee, patello/femorotibial, semi-constrained, uncemented, porous, coated, polymer/metal/polymer.

Class I - Dangerous

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    Catalogue # 5536-B-400, Lot Number CTD44301
  2. Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
  3. Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
  4. Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
  5. Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.

⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.

Recall Details

Company:
Howmedica Osteonics Corp.
Reason for Recall:
Stryker has discovered that the internal profile of the Triathlon Tritanium Tibial Component (Baseplate), size 4, is potentially oversized. Due to a manufacturing issue in Lot Number CTD44301, there may be a witness mark (taper) at the bottom of the internal profile of the baseplate. The taper prevents the insert from locking on the baseplate.
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.

Status:
terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

Prosthesis, knee, patello/femorotibial, semi-constrained, uncemented, porous, coated, polymer/metal/polymer.

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

Catalogue # 5536-B-400, Lot Number CTD44301

Distribution:

Distributed in: AZ, GA, MA, MI, MN, NH, NJ, OR, PA, SC, UT, WA, WV

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:

View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: Z-1186-2021

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