The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2829-2026·Announced 2026-08-05

Stryker Hoffmann II Connecting Rod Micro May Crack After Cleaning and Sterilization

Stryker GmbH is recalling Stryker Hoffmann II Connecting Rod Micro 3 x 50mm due to a potential risk of the rods cracking 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 product is a medical device with a high-risk hazard (potential structural failure/cracking) where injury has not yet been reported.

Plain-English summary

Stryker GmbH is recalling Stryker Hoffmann II Connecting Rod Micro 3 x 50mm (Catalog Number: 50796050). The recall is being conducted because the rods may potentially crack following cleaning and sterilization processes.

This recall affects approximately 7,571 units distributed worldwide, including nationwide in the United States and in several other countries such as Australia, Canada, Germany, and the UK.

Users should be aware of the potential for rod cracking after sterilization procedures.

The recalled product

Product
Stryker Hoffmann II Connecting Rod Micro 3 x 50mm. Catalog Number: 50796050.
Manufacturer
Stryker GmbH
Hazard
  • structural-failure
  • cracking

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: 50796050. GTIN: 04546540389916. All lot numbers.

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.