Genesis II Posterior Stabilized Femoral Component (Smith & Nephew) – Implant Mislabeling (2024)
Hazard assessment based on recall description.
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Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
smith&nephew GENESIS II NONPOROUS POSTERIOR STABILIZED FEMORAL COMPONENT, SIZE 5 LEFT, REF 71421015; Uncoated knee femur prosthesis, metallic
Brand
Smith & Nephew Inc
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
UDI/DI 03596010469212, Batch number 23LM02331
Products Sold
UDI/DI 03596010469212, Batch number 23LM02331
Smith & Nephew Inc is recalling smith&nephew GENESIS II NONPOROUS POSTERIOR STABILIZED FEMORAL COMPONENT, SIZE 5 LEFT, REF 71421015; due to Complaint received indicating that a package contained a LEGION NARROW PS OXIN SZ 5N RIGHT implant instead of a GENESIS II POSTERIOR STABILIZED FEMORA. Based on FDA medical device recall database.
Summary derived from FDA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by FDA
Complaint received indicating that a package contained a LEGION NARROW PS OXIN SZ 5N RIGHT implant instead of a GENESIS II POSTERIOR STABILIZED FEMORAL SIZE 5 LEFT as described on the product label.
Recommended Action
Per FDA guidance
Smith & Nephew issued an "Urgent Medical Device RECALL Notice" to its consignees on 10/02/2024 via email. The notice explained the issue, potential risk of use of the affected product, and requested the return of the affected devices. Return affected product to: Smith+Nephew | Attn: Quality Hold and Field Action Returns Department | 1450 E Brooks Road, Building G | Memphis, TN 38116 Distributors, sales reps, and district offices were directed to notify their customers. If you have any questions or concerns regarding this recall, please contact FieldActions@smith nephew.com.
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As reported by FDA
AL, CA, DE, GA, MS, NC, TN
Page updated: Jan 10, 2026