Smith & Nephew Inc Reflection, Microstable Acetabular Liner, REF 71740250, 32mm ID, 50-52 OD, 1 each, sterile EO. Component is a liner used to hold the femoral head used in total hip replacement arthroplasty procedures. Recall
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According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
Reflection, Microstable Acetabular Liner, REF 71740250, 32mm ID, 50-52 OD, 1 each, sterile EO. Component is a liner used to hold the femoral head used in total hip replacement arthroplasty procedures.
Brand
Smith & Nephew Inc
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Part Number: 71740250, Lot Numbers: 08FM05400 and 08FM05400B.
Products Sold
Part Number: 71740250, Lot Numbers: 08FM05400 and 08FM05400B.
Smith & Nephew Inc is recalling Reflection, Microstable Acetabular Liner, REF 71740250, 32mm ID, 50-52 OD, 1 each, sterile EO. Comp due to Liners measuring 28 mm ID and were mismarked as 32 mm.. Based on FDA medical device recall database.
Summary derived from FDA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by FDA
Liners measuring 28 mm ID and were mismarked as 32 mm.
Recommended Action
Per FDA guidance
All affected Smith & Nephew International Distributors were notified via e-mail dated November 24, 2008. In a letter titled "Urgent: Product Recall Notice - Immediate Action Required", distributors were instructed to immediately notify their accounts concerning the recall. All affected product is to be located and returned to the firm immediately. Direct questions to Smith & Nephew, Inc. by calling 1-901-399-5441.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) directly.
View official FDA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026