DePuy Orthopaedics, Inc.: Medical Device Recall in 2013 - (Recall #: Z-1366-2013)

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall detail below. You can also see other recalls from the same firm in 2013.

Data Source: FDA.

Product Description:

Pinnacle Hip Solutions ALTRX Polyethylene Acetabular Liner, Ref 1221-36-452 Product Usage: An acetabular liner is used in combination with other implants for total hip arthroplasty is intended to provide increased patient mobility and reduce pain by replacing the damaged hip joint articulation in patients where there is evidence of sufficient sound bone to seat and support the components.

Product Classification:

Class II

Date Initiated: March 7, 2012

Date Posted: May 29, 2013

Recall Number: Z-1366-2013

Event ID: 61315

Reason for Recall:

DePuy Orthopaedics, Inc. (DePuy) is issuing a voluntary recall of one lot of the AltrX" liner because the product was incorrectly labeled on the box. The box was labeled for a 36IDX52OD +4 Neutral Liner, but the product enclosed was a 36IDX56OD Neutral Liner. Three ( 3 ) complaints were received in January 2012.

Status: Terminated

Product Quantity: 20 liners

Code Information:

product code1221-36-452, lot 187460.

Distribution Pattern:

Worldwide Distribution - USA Nationwide including the state of VA and the country of Ireland.

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated