Stryker Howmedica Osteonics Corp. Triathlon-Press-Fit Stem These devices are modular components of a total knee system. These modular stems are intended for use with femoral and tibial components in primary or revision total knee arthroplasty. Recall
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According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
Triathlon-Press-Fit Stem These devices are modular components of a total knee system. These modular stems are intended for use with femoral and tibial components in primary or revision total knee arthroplasty.
Brand
Stryker Howmedica Osteonics Corp.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
5565-S-015 TRI PRESS-FIT STEM 15MM X 100MM M3M07B, 5565-S-016 TRI PRESS-FIT STEM 16MM X 100MM M3M01B, 5565-S-016 TRI PRESS-FIT STEM 16MM X 100MM M3M01E, 5565-S-017 TRI PRESS-FIT STEM 17MM X 100MM M3M03A, 5566-S-012 TRI PRESS-FIT STEM 12X150MM M3L11F, 5566-S-013 TRI PRESS-FIT STEM 13X150MM M3L12B, and 5566-S-018 TRI PRESS-FIT STEM 18X150MM M3L17D
Products Sold
5565-S-015 TRI PRESS-FIT STEM 15MM X 100MM M3M07B, 5565-S-016 TRI PRESS-FIT STEM 16MM X 100MM M3M01B, 5565-S-016 TRI PRESS-FIT STEM 16MM X 100MM M3M01E, 5565-S-017 TRI PRESS-FIT STEM 17MM X 100MM M3M03A, 5566-S-012 TRI PRESS-FIT STEM 12X150MM M3L11F, 5566-S-013 TRI PRESS-FIT STEM 13X150MM M3L12B, and 5566-S-018 TRI PRESS-FIT STEM 18X150MM M3L17D
Stryker Howmedica Osteonics Corp. is recalling Triathlon-Press-Fit Stem These devices are modular components of a total knee system. These modular due to Stryker Orthopaedics became aware of a visual defect in certain blister packages of certain devices.. Based on FDA medical device recall database.
Summary derived from FDA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by FDA
Stryker Orthopaedics became aware of a visual defect in certain blister packages of certain devices.
Recommended Action
Per FDA guidance
Recall notification letters were sent via Federal Express on November 21, 2008 to Stryker Branches/Agencies, Hospital Risk Management, Chief of Orthopaedics and Surgeon. The letters explained the problem and indicated that there are no risk factors. Contact Stryker Orthopaedics for additional information at 1-201-831-5718.
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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