Stryker Howmedica Osteonics Corp. Stryker Howmedica Osteonics, Skirted 5 40' Taper V40 Femoral Head (26 mm +8mm offset), hip prosthesis component. Recall
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According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
Stryker Howmedica Osteonics, Skirted 5 40' Taper V40 Femoral Head (26 mm +8mm offset), hip prosthesis component.
Brand
Stryker Howmedica Osteonics Corp.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Catalog number 6260-5-326, Lot code 29018201
Products Sold
Catalog number 6260-5-326; Lot code 29018201
Stryker Howmedica Osteonics Corp. is recalling Stryker Howmedica Osteonics, Skirted 5 40' Taper V40 Femoral Head (26 mm +8mm offset), hip prosthesi due to Packaging mix up between the Taper V40 Femoral Head and the LFIT V40 Femoral Head.. Based on FDA medical device recall database.
Summary derived from FDA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by FDA
Packaging mix up between the Taper V40 Femoral Head and the LFIT V40 Femoral Head.
Recommended Action
Per FDA guidance
Stryker sent Notification letters and Product Accountability Forms via FedEx on September 4, 2009 with return receipt. Corrected letters were sent on September 9, 2009.
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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