Smith & Nephew, Inc.: Medical Device Recall in 2021 - (Recall #: Z-1951-2021)

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall detail below. You can also see other recalls from the same firm in 2021.

Data Source: FDA.

Product Description:

LEGION Posterior Stabilized OXINIUM Femoral Component, REF 71421216, Size 6, Left, Nonporous Femoral Component, A/P 65.5 MM, M/L 73 MM, For Cemented Use Only, ZR-2.5NB,Sterile. Knee prosthesis component.

Product Classification:

Class II

Date Initiated: May 19, 2021

Date Posted: June 30, 2021

Recall Number: Z-1951-2021

Event ID: 88010

Reason for Recall:

The device components experienced a manufacturing process error that resulted in surface damage from product handling.

Status: Terminated

Product Quantity: 5 units

Code Information:

Lot 20HM17607

Distribution Pattern:

US Nationwide distribution in the states of FL, NE, NY, and TX. There was no foreign/government/military distribution.

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated