Stryker Hoffmann II Carbon Connecting Rods Recalled Over Potential Cracking After Sterilization
Stryker is recalling Hoffmann II Carbon Connecting Rods (catalog 50796040) because they may crack after cleaning and sterilization.
What this means for you
Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.
Our severity reasoning: The FDA classified this as a Class II recall and the source reports no injuries; the potential cracking defect creates a risk of harm, matching the High criterion for risk-of-harm products without reported injury.
Plain-English summary
Stryker GmbH is recalling the Hoffmann II Connecting Rod Micro 3 x 40mm, catalog number 50796040, GTIN 04546540389909. The recall covers all lot numbers of this catalog item, totaling 6,244 units.
The reason for the recall is potential cracking of the Hoffmann II Carbon Connecting Rods following cleaning and sterilization. The FDA has classified this recall as Class II.
Distribution was worldwide, including nationwide U.S. distribution across many states and in numerous countries. The source does not specify a particular lot range; all lot numbers are affected.
Healthcare providers and users should verify whether they have affected catalog number 50796040 and consult the FDA recall notice for further instructions.
The recalled product
- Product
- Stryker Hoffmann II Connecting Rod Micro 3 x 40mm. Catalog Number: 50796040.
- Manufacturer
- Stryker GmbH
- Hazard
- Affected units
- 6,244
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)
- Catalog Number: 50796040. GTIN: 04546540389909. All lot numbers.
Distribution
Part of a larger recall action
This product is one of 7 recalled by Stryker GmbH 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.
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