Stryker Howmedica Osteonics Corp. Scorpio CR Basic Femur with Posts; Stryker Orthopaedics; 325 Corporate Drive, Mahwah, NJ 07430. The Scorpio Femoral Components are a knee component that is utilized in total knee arthroplasty (TKA). The femoral component is attached to the bottom of the femoral bone and provides the bearing surface to the tibial insert. Recall
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According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
Scorpio CR Basic Femur with Posts; Stryker Orthopaedics; 325 Corporate Drive, Mahwah, NJ 07430. The Scorpio Femoral Components are a knee component that is utilized in total knee arthroplasty (TKA). The femoral component is attached to the bottom of the femoral bone and provides the bearing surface to the tibial insert.
Brand
Stryker Howmedica Osteonics Corp.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Catalog number 70-3007R, Lot code MHHR5W.
Products Sold
Catalog number 70-3007R, Lot code MHHR5W.
Stryker Howmedica Osteonics Corp. is recalling Scorpio CR Basic Femur with Posts; Stryker Orthopaedics; 325 Corporate Drive, Mahwah, NJ 07430. The due to It was determined that a change made in the dimensions of the collar component of the packaging resulted in the inner blister material being overstret. Based on FDA medical device recall database.
Summary derived from FDA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by FDA
It was determined that a change made in the dimensions of the collar component of the packaging resulted in the inner blister material being overstretched causing a potential hole in the sterile barrier system.
Recommended Action
Per FDA guidance
An "Urgent Product Recall" letter was sent on October 2, 2009 by Federal Express to Stryker branches and Hospital Risk Management Departments in the United States as well as foreign consignees. The letter described the issue, potential hazard and actions for affected accounts. Consignees were instructed to examine their inventory and return recalled product as instructed in the notification letter to Stryker Orthopaedics. In addition, consignees were instructed to reconcile affected product by completing the attached Product Accountability form (with spreadsheet) and faxing to 1-201-831-6069. Direct questions to Stryker Orthopaedics by calling 1-201-972-2100.
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View official FDA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026