Class II — Potential Health Hazard

Potential health hazard — use of or exposure to this product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences.

Smith&Nephew SmartStitch PerfectPasser Connector Recalled by ArthroCare Corporation Due to The voluntary recall is being initiated due to...

Date: February 21, 2019
Company: ArthroCare Corporation
Status: Terminated
Source: FDA (Device)

What You Should Do

Stop using this product immediately. Do not consume, use, or distribute it.

Return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund. If you have questions, contact ArthroCare Corporation directly.

Affected Products

Smith&Nephew SmartStitch PerfectPasser Connector, REF # OM-8010, Rx Only, CE 0123, UDI: 00817470006971

Quantity: 15,559 units

Why Was This Recalled?

The voluntary recall is being initiated due to a manufacturing error resulting in incorrect upper jaw dimensions, and the upper jaw could potentially disengage or detach during use.

Where Was This Sold?

This product was distributed to 42 states: AL, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, HI, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MS, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NM, NY, NC, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WV, WI

Affected (42 states)Not affected

About ArthroCare Corporation

ArthroCare Corporation has 5 total recalls tracked by RecallDetector.

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Data sourced from the FDA (Device). Last updated March 26, 2026. View original report