Straumann recall: GM Helix Implant
Straumann USA LLC is recalling GM Helix Implant – 417 US. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration published the recall on August 19, 2026; it began on July 13, 2026. Distributed nationwide.
Serious Class II means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems, or the chance of serious harm is remote.
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| Product | GM Helix Implant |
| Brand | Straumann |
| Company | Straumann USA LLC |
| Type | Medical devices |
| Classification | Class II |
| Recall date | July 13, 2026 |
| Published by FDA | August 19, 2026 |
| Quantity | 417 US |
| Recall ID | 99407 |
Recalled products
- GM Helix Implant, Endosseous Dental Implant Article No. 109.984
- FDA recall number
- Z-2929-2026
- Codes, lots and dates
- UDI-DI 7899878024552 Lot MVXJ9
- Quantity
- 417 US
- Classification
- Class II
Identifiers and details
- FDA event ID
- 99407
- Initiated
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Status
- Ongoing
- Firm location
- Andover, MA, United States
Why it was recalled
The reason the FDA lists: “There may be a mismatch between the implant contained inside the packaging and the information described on the outer carton label. If the the incorrect implant is installed, the issue could cause bone compression or difficulty during installation in situations where there is sufficient bone volume”
Where it was sold
Nationwide. Distribution as the FDA records it: “US Nationwide distribution including in the states of AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, IA, ID, IL, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, MI, MO, MS, MT, NC, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI.”
What to do
Compare the recall numbers, lot numbers and expiration dates with what you have. Do not stop a prescribed medicine or device without talking to your pharmacist or doctor – they can arrange a replacement from an unaffected lot.
Official notice: FDA Enforcement Report record (event 99407, openFDA) – the same recall numbers can be searched in the FDA Enforcement Report.
Other Straumann recalls
| Date | Recall | Problem | Agency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 23, 2026 |  Straumann recall: GM Helix ImplantMedical devices · 216 | There is a discrepancy between the product identification on the packaging and the dimensi… Serious | FDA Class II |
| Aug 19, 2026 | Straumann recall: Bone Level TaperedMedical devices · 175 units | Bone Level Tapered (BLT) Implant, D 4.1mm RC, SLActive 14mm, Roxolid, Loxim may inadverten… Serious | FDA Class II |
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About this recall
Is Straumann GM Helix Implant recalled?
Yes. Straumann USA LLC recalled it on July 13, 2026; FDA published it August 19, 2026 (Class II). Only the lots, dates or models listed on this page are included.
Why was it recalled?
There may be a mismatch between the implant contained inside the packaging and the information described on the outer carton label. If the the incorrect implant is installed, the issue could cause bone compression or difficulty during installation in situations where there is sufficient bone volume
What should I do if I have it?
Compare the recall numbers, lot numbers and expiration dates with what you have. Do not stop a prescribed medicine or device without talking to your pharmacist or doctor – they can arrange a replacement from an unaffected lot.
Where was it sold?
Nationwide.
More recalls
Source: recall records published by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (openFDA Enforcement Reports), the USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service, the Consumer Product Safety Commission and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, collected twice a day. Product names, lot codes, dates and model numbers are shown exactly as the agency lists them; the agency's notice is the authority. 77.today is not affiliated with any of these agencies.