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 R3 THREE HOLE HA COATED HEMISPHERICAL STIKTITE COATED SHELL Recalled by Smith & Nephew, Inc. Due to A manufacturing error resulted in out of specification...

Date: April 22, 2020
Company: Smith & Nephew, Inc.
Status: Ongoing
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 R3 THREE HOLE HA COATED HEMISPHERICAL STIKTITE COATED SHELL, manufactured in the following sizes: Size REF/product number 42MM 71331942 46MM 71331946 48MM 71331948 50MM 71331950 52MM 71331952 54MM 71331954 56MM 71331956 58MM 71331958 60MM 71331960 62MM 71331962 64MM 71331964 68MM 71331968 Orthopedic implant component.

Quantity: 4172 devices

Why Was This Recalled?

A manufacturing error resulted in out of specification R3 Acetabular Shells

Where Was This Sold?

Worldwide

About Smith & Nephew, Inc.

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