The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2263-2021·Announced 2021-08-18

Biomet Hip Implant Cone Bodies Recalled Due to Fretting Corrosion Risk

Biomet is recalling 22 units of Arcos hip implant cone bodies that may develop inner taper fretting corrosion, potentially causing device failure and requiring surgical intervention.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: FDA Class II device with potential for device failure and surgical intervention, but no reported illnesses or injuries. This is a high-risk product where injury has not yet been reported.

Plain-English summary

Biomet, Inc. is recalling the Arcos Modular Revision Hip System High Offset Cone Prox Body, Size A, 60 MM (Item Number: 11-301311). A total of 22 units were distributed nationwide in the United States, with affected lot numbers 678930 and 880200.

The proximal cone bodies in this hip system could potentially develop chatter and fretting corrosion at the inner taper interface. This corrosion may lead to device failure that would require surgical intervention to address.

Surgeons and healthcare facilities that implanted this device should contact Biomet for information on patient monitoring, management options, or device replacement. Patients who have received this implant should contact their healthcare provider if they experience hip pain, instability, or other concerning symptoms.

The recalled product

Product
Arcos Modular Revision Hip System High Offset Cone Prox Body, Size A, 60 MM Item Number: 11-301311
Manufacturer
Biomet, Inc.
Hazard
  • fretting-corrosion
  • implant-failure

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.