Between 2003 and 2013 there were 709 knee replacement recalls.
This is concerning, to say the least.
When knee replacements start to fail, they can cause pain, inflammation, infection, decrease in range of motion, and result in bone and muscle damage. The surgery to fix the failing knee implant can be dangerous and result in more damage.
Which Companies Have Issued Knee Replacement Recalls?
Almost all of the major companies that manufacture knee replacements implants have had at least one recall, including:
- Biomet
- Smith & Nephew
- DePuy
- Zimmer
- Stryker
- Wright
Why Were Knee Replacements Recalled?
Knee implants were recalled for many reasons, ranging from packaging and labeling issues to a class I recall for possible fracturing. Class I recalls are the most serious. When the FDA issues a class I recall, there’s a good chance that using the product will cause an adverse health consequence or even death.
Defective medical devices cause unnecessary pain and injury for many. Talk to a personal injury near you who specializes in defective medical products to discuss the specifics of your case.