FDA recall Z-3198-2026

Howmedica Osteonics Corp. · Class II · device

Product

TRIATHLON HINGE INSERT SIZE 4 11MM 5612-P-411 TRIATHLON HINGE INSERT SIZE 4 13MM 5612-P-413 Orthopaedic implant components manufactured from UHMWPE (polyethylene)

Reason for recall

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.

Distribution

Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide and the countries of Canada, LATAM, Europe, Asia Pacific, and South Africa.

Key facts

Status
Ongoing
Initiation date
2026-07-30
Report date
2026-09-23
Voluntary/Mandated
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Location
Mahwah, NJ, United States

Primary source

https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/ires/index.cfm?Product=Z-3198-2026