TAPERLOC HIP SYSTEMRecalls & reported problems across all models
Biomet Orthopedics, LLC · 22 models in the FDA device registry
Data updated Oct 16, 2026 from official FDA records · Editorial policy
- Adverse event reports
- 4
- Deaths reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 3
- Recalls
- 1
We found 22 models of TAPERLOC HIP SYSTEM by Biomet Orthopedics, LLC in the FDA's device registry (GUDID). Together they are named in 4 adverse event reports in the FDA's MAUDE database, received between Jul 2, 2019 and Aug 21, 2025 — classified as 3 injuries, 1 malfunction.
The most frequently reported specific device problem is “Corroded” (1 report).
1 FDA recall record name at least one of these models by its device identifier.
Reports come from manufacturers, hospitals and patients and are not verified by the FDA. A report does not prove the device caused the event. Widely used products collect more reports, so totals can't be used to compare products or estimate failure rates. Only reports that name a model's exact device identifier are counted. What reports can and can't tell you · How this data works
Reports received per month, all models
TAPERLOC HIP SYSTEM recalls
FDA recall records that name at least one of these models by its device identifier, newest first. Each recall usually covers specific models or lots, so check the details.
- Aug 21, 2019Terminated
Elevated levels of bacterial endotoxin and residual debris remain on the devices due to cleaning issue.
Z-0523-2020 · Root cause: Environmental control · names 20 of these models · Recall details · FDA record ↗
Most reported TAPERLOC HIP SYSTEM problems
Device problems
- Corroded1
- Material Erosion1
- Packaging Problem1
- Separation Failure1
Patient problems
- Metal Related Pathology2
- Cyst(s)1
- Failure of Implant1
- Host-Tissue Reaction1
- Joint Dislocation1
- Necrosis1
- No Patient Involvement1
- Pain1
TAPERLOC HIP SYSTEM models
22 models, most reported first. Each model has its own page with its reports, recalls and device details.
- TAPERLOC HIP SYSTEM 21-123207Prosthesis, hip, semi-constrained, uncemented, metal/polymer, non-porous, calicum-phosphate1 recall1 report
- TAPERLOC HIP SYSTEM 21-123209Prosthesis, hip, semi-constrained, uncemented, metal/polymer, non-porous, calicum-phosphate1 recall1 report
- TAPERLOC HIP SYSTEM 21-103202PROSTHESIS, HIP, SEMI-CONSTRAINED, METAL/POLYMER, POROUS UNCEMENTED1 recall0 reports
- TAPERLOC HIP SYSTEM 21-103203Prosthesis, hip, semi-constrained, uncemented, metal/polymer, non-porous, calicum-phosphate1 recall0 reports
- TAPERLOC HIP SYSTEM 21-103204PROSTHESIS, HIP, SEMI-CONSTRAINED, METAL/POLYMER, POROUS UNCEMENTED1 recall0 reports
- TAPERLOC HIP SYSTEM 21-103205Prosthesis, hip, semi-constrained, uncemented, metal/polymer, non-porous, calicum-phosphate1 recall0 reports
- TAPERLOC HIP SYSTEM 21-103206Prosthesis, hip, semi-constrained, uncemented, metal/polymer, non-porous, calicum-phosphate1 recall0 reports
- TAPERLOC HIP SYSTEM 21-103207Prosthesis, hip, semi-constrained, uncemented, metal/polymer, non-porous, calicum-phosphate1 recall0 reports
- TAPERLOC HIP SYSTEM 21-103208Prosthesis, hip, semi-constrained, uncemented, metal/polymer, non-porous, calicum-phosphate1 recall0 reports
- TAPERLOC HIP SYSTEM 21-103209PROSTHESIS, HIP, SEMI-CONSTRAINED, METAL/POLYMER, POROUS UNCEMENTED1 recall0 reports
- TAPERLOC HIP SYSTEM 21-103210Prosthesis, hip, semi-constrained, uncemented, metal/polymer, non-porous, calicum-phosphate1 recall0 reports
- TAPERLOC HIP SYSTEM 21-103211PROSTHESIS, HIP, SEMI-CONSTRAINED, METAL/POLYMER, POROUS UNCEMENTED1 recall0 reports
- TAPERLOC HIP SYSTEM 21-123202Prosthesis, hip, semi-constrained, uncemented, metal/polymer, non-porous, calicum-phosphate1 recall0 reports
- TAPERLOC HIP SYSTEM 21-123203Prosthesis, hip, semi-constrained, uncemented, metal/polymer, non-porous, calicum-phosphate1 recall0 reports
- TAPERLOC HIP SYSTEM 21-123204PROSTHESIS, HIP, SEMI-CONSTRAINED, METAL/POLYMER, POROUS UNCEMENTED1 recall0 reports
- TAPERLOC HIP SYSTEM 21-123205PROSTHESIS, HIP, SEMI-CONSTRAINED, METAL/POLYMER, POROUS UNCEMENTED1 recall0 reports
- TAPERLOC HIP SYSTEM 21-123206PROSTHESIS, HIP, SEMI-CONSTRAINED, METAL/POLYMER, POROUS UNCEMENTED1 recall0 reports
- TAPERLOC HIP SYSTEM 21-123208PROSTHESIS, HIP, SEMI-CONSTRAINED, METAL/POLYMER, POROUS UNCEMENTED1 recall0 reports
- TAPERLOC HIP SYSTEM 21-123210Prosthesis, hip, semi-constrained, uncemented, metal/polymer, non-porous, calicum-phosphate1 recall0 reports
- TAPERLOC HIP SYSTEM 21-123211PROSTHESIS, HIP, SEMI-CONSTRAINED, METAL/POLYMER, POROUS UNCEMENTED1 recall0 reports
- TAPERLOC HIP SYSTEM 103203Prosthesis, hip, semi-constrained, metal/polymer, cemented1 report
- TAPERLOC HIP SYSTEM 11-103206Prosthesis, hip, semi-constrained, uncemented, metal/polymer, non-porous, calicum-phosphate1 report
Recent TAPERLOC HIP SYSTEM adverse event reports
The 4 most recent reports across all models, in the reporter's own words as published by the FDA.
InjuryAug 21, 2025Separation Failure; Separation Failure
NO FURTHER EVENT INFORMATION AVAILABLE AT THE TIME OF THIS REPORT.
Patient problems: Joint Dislocation
MAUDE report 22861587 ↗InjuryMar 17, 2025Material Erosion; Material Erosion
NO FURTHER EVENT INFORMATION AVAILABLE AT THE TIME OF THIS REPORT.
Patient problems: Cyst(s); Failure of Implant; Metal Related Pathology; Necrosis
MAUDE report 21616632 ↗MalfunctionFeb 19, 2021Packaging Problem; Packaging Problem
RETURNED GOODS CLASSIFICATION CODE VC, PACKAGING DAMAGE WITH STERILITY BARRIER POTENTIALLY COMPROMISED.
Patient problems: No Patient Involvement
MAUDE report 11348041 ↗InjuryJul 2, 2019Corroded; Corroded
NO FURTHER EVENT INFORMATION AVAILABLE AT THE TIME OF THIS REPORT.
Patient problems: Host-Tissue Reaction; Metal Related Pathology; Pain; Tissue Damage
MAUDE report 8752831 ↗
Other Biomet Orthopedics, LLC products
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- Compress Device71 models · 99 reports · 22 recalls
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- Comprehensive Reverse Shoulder57 models · 895 reports · 3 recalls
- Vanguard Knee System147 models · 306 reports · 13 recalls
- STAGEONE17 models · 0 reports · 18 recalls
- StageOne Select15 models · 2 reports · 15 recalls
Sources and updates
- Models: FDA GUDID, file dated Oct 13, 2026. Models are grouped by the brand name the manufacturer registered.
- Adverse event reports: FDA MAUDE, file dated Oct 14, 2026
- Recalls: FDA Medical Device Recalls, file dated Oct 16, 2026
- Page last rebuilt: Oct 16, 2026. Data downloaded through openFDA, which notes it is not validated for clinical or regulatory use.
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