Novation 138-36-54Recalls & reported problems

Summary

The FDA's MAUDE database contains 2 adverse event reports that list this exact device (DI 10885862024909), received between Jun 1, 2023 and May 13, 2024 — classified as 2 injuries.

The most frequently reported specific device problem is “Naturally Worn” (2 reports).

2 FDA recall records name this device's identifier, 2 still open.

14 other recalls cover devices cleared under the same FDA submission (K070479); they may or may not involve this specific model.

Reports come from manufacturers, hospitals and patients and are not verified by the FDA. A report does not prove the device caused the event, and counts can't be used to compare devices or estimate failure rates. How this data works · Data updated Oct 13, 2026.

Recalls naming this device

1. Aug 11, 2022Open, Classified

   Specific GXL acetabular polyethylene liners, packaged in non-conforming bags, may adversely impact the device and contribute to accelerated wear.

   Z-1729-2022 · Root cause: Process control · FDA record ↗

2. Jun 29, 2021Open, Classified

   Risk of edge-loading and premature prosthesis wear is possible in a specific subset of patients with certain implant configurations and surgical implant positioning.

   Z-2132-2021 · Root cause: Unknown/Undetermined by firm · FDA record ↗

Most reported problems

Recent adverse event reports

The 2 most recent of 2 reports, in the reporter's own words as published by the FDA.

• InjuryMay 13, 2024Mechanical Problem; Naturally Worn; Mechanical Problem; Naturally Worn

  IT WAS REPORTED VIA LEGAL DOCUMENTATION THAT APPROXIMATELY 35 MONTHS AFTER A RIGHT TOTAL HIP REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE, THE PATIENT UNDERWENT A REVISION PROCEDURE TO ADDRESS POLYETHYLENE WEAR, DIFFICULTY WALKING, PAIN, LIMITED RANGE OF MOTION, STIFFNESS, AND INABILITY TO BEAR WEIGHT. NO FURTHER ISSUES OR COMPLICATIONS WERE REPORTED. NO ADDITIONAL INFORMATION IS AVAILABLE.

  Patient problems: Ambulation or Postural Difficulties; Appropriate Clinical Signs, Symptoms and Conditions Term/Code Not Available; Failure of Implant; Implant Pain; Loss of Range of Motion; Pain

  MAUDE report 19305376 ↗
• InjuryJun 1, 2023Naturally Worn; Insufficient Device Problem Information; Lack of Effect; Naturally Worn; Insufficient Device Problem Information; Lack of Effect

  IT WAS REPORTED VIA LEGAL DOCUMENTATION THAT A PATIENT HAD A TOTAL LEFT HIP ARTHROPLASTY ON (B)(6) 2015 AND THEN APPROXIMATELY 6 YEARS LATER, ON (B)(6) 2021 THE PATIENT EXPERIENCED A REVISION SURGERY. THERE IS NO OTHER PATIENT DEMOGRAPHIC OR MEDICAL HISTORY AVAILABLE. THERE IS NO INFORMATION ON THE SURGICAL PROCEDURE OR PATIENT OUTCOME. THERE IS NO DEVICE RETURN. THERE ARE NO PHOTOS OR OTHER IMAGES OF THE DEVICE PROVIDED. NO ADDITIONAL INFORMATION IS AVAILABLE.

  Patient problems: Implant Pain; Insufficient Information; Loss of Range of Motion; Swelling/ Edema; Unspecified Musculoskeletal problem

  MAUDE report 17038532 ↗

Recalls under the same FDA submission

These recalls involve devices cleared under K070479. One submission often covers many models, so check the product and lot details in each record.

• Z-2131-2021 · Jun 29, 2021 · Open, Classified
  Exactech Connexion GXL acetabular polyethylene liners used in the following systems: Catalog numbers 138-28-XX, Acumatch GXL 15 Degree, +5 Lat Liner, 28mm; Novation GXL 10 Deg Line
• Z-2133-2021 · Jun 29, 2021 · Open, Classified
  Exactech Connexion GXL acetabular polyethylene liners used in the following systems: Catalog numbers 132-32-XX, Acumatch GXL 15 Degree Liner, 32mm; Novation GXL Liner, Lipped Ant,
• Z-2116-2021 · Jun 29, 2021 · Open, Classified
  Exactech Connexion GXL acetabular polyethylene liners used in the following systems: Catalog numbers 130-28-XX, Acumatch GXL 0 Degree Liner, 28mm; Novation GXL Liner, Neutral, 28m
• Z-2126-2021 · Jun 29, 2021 · Open, Classified
  Exactech Connexion GXL acetabular polyethylene liners used in the following systems: Catalog numbers 136-28-XX, Novation GXL Liner, +5mm Lateralized, 28mm; and Novation GXL Liner,
• Z-2118-2021 · Jun 29, 2021 · Open, Classified
  Exactech Connexion GXL acetabular polyethylene liners used in the following systems: Catalog numbers 130-36-XX, Acumatch GXL 0 Degree Liner, 36mm; and Novation GXL Liner, Neutral,
• Z-2122-2021 · Jun 29, 2021 · Open, Classified
  Exactech Connexion GXL acetabular polyethylene liners used in the following systems: Catalog numbers 132-36-XX, Acumatch GXL 15 Degree Liner, 36mm, and Novation GXL Liner, Lipped A
• Z-2127-2021 · Jun 29, 2021 · Open, Classified
  Exactech Connexion GXL acetabular polyethylene liners used in the following systems: Catalog numbers 136-32-XX, Novation GXL Liner, +5mm Lateralized, 32mm. Orthopedic hip implant
• Z-2120-2021 · Jun 29, 2021 · Open, Classified
  Exactech Connexion GXL acetabular polyethylene liners used in the following systems: Catalog numbers 132-22-XX, Novation GXL Liner, G00, 22mm ID; and Novation GXL Liner, Lipped Ant
• Z-2121-2021 · Jun 29, 2021 · Open, Classified
  Exactech Connexion GXL acetabular polyethylene liners used in the following systems: Catalog numbers 132-28-XX, Acumatch GXL 15 Degree Liner, 28mm; Novation GXL Liner, G0, 28mm ID;
• Z-2128-2021 · Jun 29, 2021 · Open, Classified
  Exactech Connexion GXL acetabular polyethylene liners used in the following systems: Catalog numbers 136-36-XX, Novation GXL Liner, +5mm Lateralized, 36mm. Orthopedic hip implant
• Z-2123-2021 · Jun 29, 2021 · Open, Classified
  Exactech Connexion GXL acetabular polyethylene liners used in the following systems: Catalog numbers 132-40-XX, Novation GXL Liner, Lipped Ant, 40mm; Novation GXL Liner, Lipped, 40
• Z-2117-2021 · Jun 29, 2021 · Open, Classified
  Exactech Connexion GXL acetabular polyethylene liners used in the following systems: Catalog numbers 130-32-XX, Acumatch GXL 0 Degree Liner, 32mm; and Novation GXL Liner, Neutral,
• Z-0787-2013 · Nov 5, 2012 · Terminated
  Exactech NOVATION CROWN CUP, NEUTRAL LINER, Use with Crown Cup Only, GXL UHMWPE, SN 0123456, REF 130-32-53. Exactech Hip Systems are indicated for use in surgery for hip replaceme
• Z-0788-2013 · Nov 5, 2012 · Terminated
  Exactech NOVATION CROWN CUP +5mm LATERALIZED LINER, Use with Crown Cup Only, GXL UHMWPE, SN 0123456, REF 136-32-53. Exactech Hip Systems are indicated for use in surgery for hip r