# FDA recall Z-0126-2023

> **Encore Medical, LP** · Class II · device recall initiated 2022-08-12.

## Product

EMPOWER 3D Knee Tibial Insert, REF: 341-14-708. Orthopedic implant component.

## Reason for recall

Hip liner implant boxes may contain knee inserts and knee insert boxes may contain hip liner implants, which may lead to implants not being available for surgeries, which may cause delays in surgery.

## Distribution

US Nationwide distribution in the states of FL, IN, IL, KY, AZ, TX.

## Key facts

- **Recall number:** Z-0126-2023
- **Recalling firm:** Encore Medical, LP
- **Classification:** Class II
- **Product type:** device
- **Status:** Ongoing
- **Initiation date:** 2022-08-12
- **Report date:** 2022-11-02

- **Voluntary/Mandated:** Voluntary: Firm initiated
- **Location:** Austin, TX, United States

## Primary source

FDA Enforcement Reports: https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/ires/index.cfm?Product=Z-0126-2023

## Citation

> AI Analytics. FDA recall Z-0126-2023. Retrieved 2026-06-24 from https://api.ai-analytics.org/recall/Z-0126-2023. Source: US FDA. Licensed CC0.

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