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Bearing And Axle Bushing Assy Std Elbow recallZ-3202-2026 · Howmedica Osteonics Corp. · initiated Jul 30, 2026

Class II Open, Classified All recalls posted in September 2026

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 Howmedica Osteonics Corp. 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

Affected devices were manufactured with Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene (UHMWPE) raw material aged in excess of five years. Product has the potential for elevated levels of oxidation, which may result in increased wear, leading to hazards such as excessive wear debris, material fragments, fractured device, or disassociated device. Potential harms include revision surgery, pain, and inflammation.

FDA root cause category: Process change control

What the company is doing

Firm began notifying customers on July 30, 2026, via FedEx 2-day air. Customers were instructed to quarantine and discontinue use of the affected product. Affected product should be returned to the firm.

Recall details

Recall number
Z-3202-2026
Recall class
Class II
Status
Open, Classified
Initiated by the company
Jul 30, 2026
Posted by the FDA
Sep 16, 2026
Recalling firm
Howmedica Osteonics Corp.
Quantity
12,156 US
Product code
LGE
Distribution
Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide and the countries of Canada, LATAM, Europe, Asia Pacific, and South Africa.

Product description

BEARING AND AXLE BUSHING ASSY STD ELBOW C-M113-1-301 KRH REV TIB INS 16mm THK .640 DIA STEM C-M113-5-600 SELF-PRESSURIZING GLENOID SIZE 9 C-M063-5-800 Orthopaedic implant components manufactured from UHMWPE (polyethylene)

Code information (models, lots, serial numbers)

C-M113-1-301 UDI-DI 07613327590074 Lot MH621A C-M113-5-600 No UDI Lot 194593 C-M063-5-800 No UDI Lot RX06358A

Devices named in this recall

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

Other products in the same recall event

The FDA groups related products into one recall event (event 99558).

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