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ENGAGE recallZ-1672-2023 · Smith & Nephew, Inc. · initiated May 2, 2023

Open, Classified

Is my device affected?

  1. Compare the model, catalog and lot or serial numbers on your device or its packaging with the code information below. A recall usually covers only specific models or lots.
  2. If yours is listed, follow the instructions from Smith & Nephew, Inc. or your healthcare provider. The company's action is summarized under what the company is doing.
  3. Do not stop using a prescribed or implanted device on your own — talk to your healthcare provider first.

Where to find your model and lot numbers · What recall classes and statuses mean

Why it was recalled

Recent complaint data indicates that the revision rate may be trending higher than corresponding similar devices in global joint replacement registries. The data identifies a potential signal that the performance is an outlier versus the state of the art with respect to the risk for revision.

FDA root cause category: Under Investigation by firm

What the company is doing

Smith & Nephew issued an Urgent Medical Device Recall Notice to its consignees on 05/02/2023 via email and letter. The notice explained the problem and the risk and requested the following: Required Actions: 1. Please inspect your inventory and locate any devices from the listed product and batch numbers enclosed with this Urgent Medical Device Recall Notice, and quarantine them immediately. a. If you are a sales rep, district office, or distributor, you must notify your customers of the field action and ensure that the required actions are complete. b. Include the customer s account number and name in Section A. 2. Please provide a copy of the attached Physician Communication to the surgical staff. The firm is seeking the return of the device.

Recall details

Recall number
Z-1672-2023
Status
Open, Classified
Initiated by the company
May 2, 2023
Posted by the FDA
May 31, 2023
Recalling firm
Smith & Nephew, Inc.
Quantity
2146 units
Product code
HSX
FDA submissions
K190439
Distribution
US Nationwide distribution.

Product description

Smith&Nephew ENGAGE Cementless Partial Knee System, Coated Tibial Tray, Part Numbers: a) REF 1-10012-100, SIZE 1-LEFT MEDIAL; b) REF 1-10012-150, SIZE 1-RIGHT MEDIAL; c) REF 1-10012-200, SIZE 2-LEFT MEDIAL; d) REF 1-10012-250, SIZE 2-RIGHT MEDIAL; e) REF 1-10012-300, SIZE 3-LEFT MEDIAL; f) REF 1-10012-350, SIZE 3-RIGHT MEDIAL; g) REF 1-10012-400, SIZE 4-LEFT MEDIAL; h) REF 1-10012-450, SIZE 4-RIGHT MEDIAL; i) REF 1-10012-500, SIZE 5-LEFT MEDIAL; j) REF 1-10012-550, SIZE 5-RIGHT MEDIAL; k) REF 1-10012-600, SIZE 6-LEFT MEDIAL; l) REF 1-10012-650, SIZE 6-RIGHT MEDIAL; Unicondylar knee prothesis

Code information (models, lots, serial numbers)

a) REF 1-10012-100, UDI/DI 00885556873113; b) REF 1-10012-150, UDI/DI 00885556873120; c) REF 1-10012-200, UDI/DI 00885556873137; d) REF 1-10012-250, UDI/DI 00885556873144; e) REF 1-10012-300, UDI/DI 00885556873151; f) REF 1-10012-350, UDI/DI 00885556873168; g) REF 1-10012-400, UDI/DI 00885556873175; h) REF 1-10012-450, UDI/DI 00885556873182; i) REF 1-10012-500, UDI/DI 00885556873199; j) REF 1-10012-550, UDI/DI 00885556873205; k) REF 1-10012-600, UDI/DI 00885556873212; l) REF 1-10012-650, UDI/DI 00885556873229; ALL BATCHES

Devices named in this recall

12 devices in the FDA device registry whose identifier appears in the recall's code information.

Product lines

Other devices under the same FDA submission

71 devices cleared under K190439 are not named by identifier in this recall. One submission often covers many models, so they may or may not be affected.

Other products in the same recall event

The FDA groups related products into one recall event (event 92286).

Sources and updates

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