AVID Medical Halyard Total Knee Kits Recall: Metal Flakes Risk

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What happened, in plain English

AVID Medical is recalling Halyard Total Knee Kits (Model ESJ: ESJH012-07) because metal flakes could detach and enter surgical sites, causing reactions. This is a serious risk for patients undergoing knee surgery.

Why it’s dangerous

Small metal flakes from the sponge forceps and towel clamps may detach during surgery. If these flakes enter the surgical site, they could cause local reactions or foreign body reactions in the patient.

Who’s affected

Patients who received the recalled Halyard Total Knee Kits (Model ESJH012-07) during surgery are most at risk. Healthcare providers using these kits for procedures are also affected.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for the model number ESJH012-07 on the kit packaging. Kits were sold starting June 9, 2016, with lot number 1606092.

Brand
AVID Medical
Category
Medical device

Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

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Immediately stop using the recalled Halyard Total Knee Kits (Model ESJH012-07) as metal flakes could cause surgical site reactions.

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Questions people ask

What is the model number of the recalled kits?

The model number is ESJH012-07.

When were these kits sold?

These kits were sold starting June 9, 2016.

How can I check if I have the recalled kit?

Check the model number on the kit packaging; the recalled model is ESJH012-07 with lot number 1606092.

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We’ve drafted a message you can send AVID Medical to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.

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Subject: Recall Z-0390-2025 — AVID Medical AVID Medical

Hello,

I own a AVID Medical that is covered by recall Z-0390-2025 from AVID 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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Official source: FDA Recall #Z-0390-2025 (September 20, 2024) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for Z-0390-2025 to see it in context.
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AVID Medical, Inc. recalls Halyard KIT, TOTAL KNEE - Medical convenience kits Model Number: ESJH012-07

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