Depuy Synthes ATTUNE Revision Hinge Knee Recall
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Depuy Synthes is recalling 66 units of ATTUNE Revision Hinge Knee Hinge Housing Components distributed to MN, NC, and TX due to potential sterility compromise.
What this FDA recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by FDA on August 7, 2026 and geographically references Minnesota, North Carolina, Texas. Its severity classification of "medium" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - FDA Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
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What Happened
The external sterile packaging was found adhered to the internal sterile packaging, potentially compromising sterility.
Which Products Are Affected
Depuy Synthes ATTUNE Revision Hinge Knee Hinge Housing Components with the following part numbers: 151730010, 151730012, 151730014, 151730016, 151730018, 151730020, 151730022, 151730024, 151730026, 151730028, 151730030, 151730032, 151730034, 151730038, 151730040, 151730042, 151730044, 151730046, 151730048, 151730050, 151730052, 151730036. Total of 66 units. Specific GTINs and lot numbers are associated with each part number. Distributed to Minnesota, North Carolina, and Texas. Recall number Z-2616-2026. Class II recall initiated May 19, 2026.
What You Should Do
The recall was voluntarily initiated by the firm. No specific consumer action steps are provided in the source data.
Why This Matters
The potential compromise of sterility in these knee implant components could affect product safety for patients.
Source
FDA recall Z-2616-2026, Depuy (Ireland), ongoing Class II recall.
Original source: FDA Official Notice ↗
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