Encore Medical recalls EMPOWR 3D Knee Tibial Insert 5R 14MM (REF: 342-14-705) due to packaging discrepancies that may cause surgical delays. Affected units have specific lot numbers and expiration dates.
942-01-40G acetabular system package was found to contain 942-01-36H acetabular system; and several other acetabular system and knee insert devices may also have a packaging discrepancy, which may cause surgical delay to exchange devices or revision surgery.
Encore Medical is recalling EMPOWR 3D Knee Tibial Insert 5R 14MM (REF: 342-14-705) because packaging discrepancies could delay surgery or require revision procedures. This affects patients who have received this specific implant.
The packaging contains an incorrect component (942-01-36H instead of 942-01-40G) which may lead to surgical delays or the need for revision surgery. This discrepancy affects the implant's compatibility during the surgical exchange process.
Patients who received the EMPOWR 3D Knee Tibial Insert 5R 14MM (REF: 342-14-705) with lot number 139T1075A are most at risk. This recall applies to individuals who have this specific implant device.
Check for the product code REF: 342-14-705, lot number 139T1075A, and expiration date 03-12-2026 on the packaging. This specific implant is used in knee replacement surgeries.
Verify the product code REF: 342-14-705, lot number 139T1075A, and expiration date 03-12-2026 on the packaging.
The packaging contains an incorrect component (942-01-36H instead of 942-01-40G) which may cause surgical delays or require revision surgery.
Check the product code REF: 342-14-705, lot number 139T1075A, and expiration date 03-12-2026 on the packaging. If you have this specific implant, contact Encore Medical for further instructions.
The recall is due to packaging discrepancies that may cause surgical delays or revision surgery, not direct injury risks.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Encore Medical to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1233-2026 — Encore Medical Encore Medical Hello, I own a Encore Medical that is covered by recall Z-1233-2026 from Encore Medical. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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