The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0616-2015·Announced 2014-12-24

Stryker Laparoscopic Reducers Recalled for Sterilization Parameter Errors

Stryker Endoscopy is recalling 180,573 laparoscopic reducers because the instructions for use do not support specific sterilization methods.

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 involves a documentation error regarding sterilization parameters. The source explicitly states no illnesses or injuries are reported, fitting the criteria for a moderate severity voluntary precautionary recall.

Plain-English summary

Stryker Endoscopy is recalling 180,573 units of the PKG, 12.5/11MM - 5.5 Reducer (P/N 0250080204). These laparoscopic manual instruments are intended for cutting, holding, grasping, and manipulating tissue and surgical auxiliaries. The devices are distributed worldwide, including in the United States and numerous international locations.

The recall is due to an error in the Instructions for Use (IFU 1000-401-070 Revision G or prior). The parameters provided in the IFU do not support the unwrapped Gravity cycle and the Ethylene Oxide cycle sterilization methods. This documentation issue may affect the proper sterilization of the instruments.

Healthcare facilities and users should stop using the affected products and contact Stryker Endoscopy for further instructions. The source text does not report any illnesses or injuries associated with this recall.

The recalled product

Product
PKG, 12.5/11MM - 5.5 REDUCER, P/N 0250080204. Laparoscopic Manual Instruments are intended for cutting, holding, grasping and manipulating of tissue, organs, organ areas and surgical auxiliaries such as suturing material. Some instruments have radio frequency (RF) ports which
Manufacturer
Stryker Endoscopy
Affected units
180,573

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

The notice also names 2 states specifically:

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 207 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 207 products in this recall →