Exactech recalls specific knee implants (catalog numbers) due to vacuum bag loss risk. Affected users should check serial numbers and contact Exactech for details.
Exactech has received 3 complaints for 4 devices related to a loss of vacuum in the inner-most vacuum bag.
Exactech is recalling certain Truliant and Activit-E knee implants because some have a vacuum bag that can lose vacuum, potentially causing the implant to fail. This is a small risk but requires checking your specific model.
The vacuum bag inside the implant can lose vacuum, which may cause the implant to fail. This is a mechanical issue that could lead to the implant not functioning properly.
People who own or use the recalled Truliant or Activit-E knee implants with the listed catalog numbers and serial numbers are affected. Those with these specific models are most at risk.
Check if your implant has catalog numbers starting with 02-023-02- or 02-024-35- followed by specific serial numbers listed in the recall notice. The exact numbers are provided in the recall details.
Verify your implant's catalog number and serial number against the list provided in the recall notice.
The recall notice says you should check your implant's catalog number and serial number against the list provided. If it matches, contact Exactech for further instructions.
Check your implant's catalog number and serial number against the specific list of numbers provided in the recall notice.
The recall states there have been 3 complaints for 4 devices related to vacuum loss, but no injuries have been reported. The risk is low.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Exactech to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0586-2024 — Exactech Exactech Hello, I own a Exactech that is covered by recall Z-0586-2024 from Exactech. 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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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official FDA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
