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LowFDA (Devices)·Z-0584-2017·Announced 2016-11-23

Stryker Recalls RF MultiGen Generator Instructions Due to Sterilization Errors

Stryker is voluntarily recalling Care Instructions for the RF MultiGen Generator because they incorrectly support sterilizing the cables.

What this means for you

Cosmetic or documentation issue. No expected health impact, but the manufacturer is correcting the affected products.

Our severity reasoning: This is an FDA Class III recall involving a documentation error (incorrect instructions) rather than a physical defect or contamination, which is unlikely to cause adverse health consequences.

Plain-English summary

Stryker Instruments Division of Stryker Corporation is voluntarily recalling the Care Instructions and Instructions for Use packaged with the Radiofrequency (RF) MultiGen Generator. The recall is being conducted because the instructions for use incorrectly contained instructions supporting the sterilization of the MultiGen cables.

The affected products are the RF MultiGen, 0406-900-000, and Refurb RF MultiGen, 0406-900-000U. A total of 2,675 units were distributed domestically to numerous states and territories, as well as to foreign countries including France, Germany, Canada, and the UK. The source text does not specify specific actions for consumers or healthcare providers beyond the recall notice.

The recalled product

Product
RF MultiGen¿, 0406-900-000; Refurb RF MultiGen¿, 0406-900-000U
Affected units
2,675

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 (4)

  • RF MultiGen¿
  • 0406-900-000
  • Refurb RF MultiGen¿
  • 0406-900-000U

Distribution

Same manufacturer · Stryker Instruments Div. of Stryker Corporation

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