The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2831-2026·Announced 2026-08-05

Stryker Hoffmann II Carbon Connecting Rods Recalled Over Potential Cracking After Sterilization

Stryker GmbH is recalling Hoffmann II Carbon Connecting Rods (catalog 50796090) because they may crack after cleaning and sterilization. The FDA classified this as a Class II recall.

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: FDA Class II recall for a medical device with potential cracking after cleaning and sterilization; no injuries or hospitalizations are mentioned in the source. This matches the rubric's High category for risk-of-harm products without reported injury.

Plain-English summary

Stryker GmbH is recalling the Stryker Hoffmann II Connecting Rod Micro 3 x 90mm, catalog number 50796090 (GTIN 04546540389930). The recall covers all lot numbers and 9,405 units.

The recall was issued because the Hoffmann II Carbon Connecting Rods may crack following cleaning and sterilization. The FDA has classified this recall as Class II.

The product was distributed worldwide, including nationwide in the US and in the countries listed in the recall notice. The notice does not mention any injuries or hospitalizations.

The recall notice does not include specific consumer instructions. Users and distributors should verify whether they have catalog number 50796090 and contact Stryker GmbH for guidance.

The recalled product

Product
Stryker Hoffmann II Connecting Rod Micro 3 x 90mm. Catalog Number: 50796090.
Manufacturer
Stryker GmbH
Hazard
  • device-cracking
  • mechanical-failure

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: 50796090. GTIN: 04546540389930. All lot numbers.

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.