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 PROFIX Mallet Recalled by Smith & Nephew, Inc. Due to There is a a potential failure mode associated...

Date: November 11, 2019
Company: Smith & Nephew, Inc.
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 Smith & Nephew, Inc. directly.

Affected Products

smith&nephew PROFIX Mallet, 750 GRAMS, REF 71512452 - Product Usage: The PROFIX Mallet is a reusable surgical instrument used to tap instruments or implants during knee or hip surgery.

Quantity: 1371 devices

Why Was This Recalled?

There is a a potential failure mode associated with the use of the mallet, wherein the poly tip of the mallet may become loose and/or come off during use. If the potential failure mode occurs, particles generated in the poly thread potentially could enter the surgical field or a delay in surgery could occur if the tip disengages during the use of the mallet.

Where Was This Sold?

This product was distributed nationwide across all 50 states.

Affected (51 states)Not affected

About Smith & Nephew, Inc.

Smith & Nephew, Inc. has 220 total recalls tracked by RecallDetector.

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