DePuy recalls surgical hip implants with potential debris behind O-rings. Affected models used in hip replacements; contact for details.
There is the potential for debris/material to be found behind the O-rings in the neck trials.
DePuy is recalling certain hip surgery instruments that may have debris behind the O-rings. This could cause complications during surgery if not addressed.
Debris can accumulate behind the O-rings in the neck trials, potentially causing complications during hip surgery. This is a surgical instrument issue, not a consumer product.
Surgical patients and medical professionals using the recalled hip implants. Those at highest risk are patients undergoing hip replacement surgery with the affected instruments.
The affected instruments have the Pro. Code L20432 and are used in hip replacements. They were sold with specific model numbers listed in the recall notice.
Look for the Pro. Code L20432 on the instrument packaging or label to confirm if it's affected.
The recall indicates a potential debris risk behind O-rings, but the instruments are still used in surgery. Patients should follow the recall instructions.
Check for the Pro. Code L20432 on the instrument packaging or label. The affected models are listed in the recall notice.
The recall does not specify a stop-use action; the remedy is null, so users should check if they have the affected model and contact DePuy for guidance.
We’ve drafted a message you can send DePuy to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1128-2019 — DePuy DePuy Hello, I own a DePuy that is covered by recall Z-1128-2019 from DePuy. 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.
