The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0569-2015·Announced 2014-12-17

Stryker 1488 HD 3-Chip Camera Recall for Colored Screen Image

Stryker Endoscopy is recalling 1,965 1488 HD 3-Chip Cameras because a colored screen image may occur in certain operating room environments.

What this means for you

Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class II, and the source text does not report any illnesses, injuries, or deaths. The hazard is a functional defect (colored screen image) without reported harm, fitting the criteria for a moderate severity score.

Plain-English summary

Stryker Endoscopy is recalling 1,965 units of the 1488 HD 3-Chip Camera, Model Number 1488-210-105 - C-Mount. This high-definition camera is indicated for use in general laparoscopy, nasopharyngoscopy, ear endoscopy, sinuscopy, and plastic surgery to view endoscopic surgical sites on video monitors and capture still and video images.

The recall was initiated because, in certain operating room environments, a colored screen image occurs with the affected cameras. The source text does not specify the exact nature of the colored image or the specific environmental conditions that trigger the defect.

The affected units were distributed worldwide, including in the United States, Australia, and Japan. The source text does not report any illnesses, injuries, or deaths associated with this recall. Users should check their camera serial numbers against the list provided in the official recall notice to determine if their unit is affected.

The recalled product

Product
1488 HD 3-Chip Camera; Model Number 1488-210-105 - C-Mount. Product Usage: High definition camera to view endoscopic surgical sites on video monitors and capture still and video images of endoscopic surgical applications. Indicated for use in general laparoscopy, nasophary
Manufacturer
Stryker Endoscopy
Affected units
1,965

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (2)

  • Model 1488-210-105: 1488 HD 3-Chip Camera head
  • C-Mount

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 3 recalled by Stryker Endoscopy under a single FDA (Devices) recall action. The agency files each product separately, so the size of the action is not visible from this page alone.

See all 3 products in this recall →