DePuy Orthopaedics, Inc.: Medical Device Recall in 2013 - (Recall #: Z-1520-2013)

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:

DePuy Glenosphere orientation guide Product Usage: The glenosphere orientation guide is an instrument used in reverse shoulder arthroplasty. The orientation guide is used to properly align the glenosphere.

Product Classification:

Class II

Date Initiated: May 3, 2013

Date Posted: June 19, 2013

Recall Number: Z-1520-2013

Event ID: 65081

Reason for Recall:

The Glenosphere Orientation Guide Instrument Used with the Delta XTEND Reverse Shoulder is being recalled because an arrow that is etched on the instrument was incorrectly placed on the opposite side of the instrument. Using the improperly etched arrow as a guide could potentially lead to incorrect orientation of the glenosphere implant.

Status: Terminated

Product Quantity: 20 units

Code Information:

Part Number 230795000/Lot Number 5120443

Distribution Pattern:

Worldwide Distribution - USA Nationwide and countries of: Australia, Canada, Czech Republic, England, Germany, Switzerland and Turkey.

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated