The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0795-2015·Announced 2014-12-24

Stryker Endoscopy Recalls Laparoscopic Instruments Due to Sterilization Labeling Errors

Stryker Endoscopy is recalling 180,573 laparoscopic instruments 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 labeling error regarding sterilization methods without reported injuries or illnesses, fitting the criteria for a moderate severity voluntary precautionary recall.

Plain-English summary

Stryker Endoscopy is recalling 180,573 units of laparoscopic manual instruments and accessories. The recall is due to errors in the Instructions for Use (IFU 1000-401-070 Revision G or prior), which do not support the unwrapped Gravity cycle and the Ethylene Oxide cycle sterilization methods.

The affected products are distributed worldwide, including nationwide in the United States and in numerous international locations. The agency has classified this recall as Class II.

Healthcare facilities should stop using the affected instruments and contact Stryker Endoscopy for further instructions regarding the recall.

The recalled product

Product
PKG, 3MM X 20CM INSERT, RIGHT ANGLE DISSECTOR, LONG JAW, P/N 0250282104 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 fre
Manufacturer
Stryker Endoscopy
Affected units
180,573

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 (1)

  • 1041952 1142560 1143735 1345601 1345716

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 →