The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-2905-2018·Announced 2018-09-05

Stryker QUIKFLAP Cranium Plates Recalled for Sterile Barrier Compromise

Stryker Leibinger is recalling QUIKFLAP cranium plates because the sterile packaging may become compromised after three years, potentially affecting sterility.

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, but the source text describes a potential packaging compromise without reporting any specific injuries, illnesses, or hospitalizations, fitting the criteria for a moderate severity precautionary recall.

Plain-English summary

Stryker Leibinger GmbH & Co. KG is recalling QUIKFLAP 3 X 2-Hole Dog Bone Plates with 1.5x4mm Self Tapping Screws, Part Number 12-01531S, intended for use on the cranium. The recall involves 22,831 units of the medical device.

The recall is issued because there is a potential for the external packaging, which serves as the sterile barrier, to become compromised after a three-year term. This compromise could affect the sterility of the device.

The affected products were distributed in the United States (Arizona, Florida, New Hampshire, and Ohio), Australia, Canada, France, New Zealand, and the United Kingdom. Healthcare providers and facilities should check their inventory for these specific part numbers and codes (1000181748, 1000295062) and contact the manufacturer for instructions on return or replacement.

The recalled product

Product
QUIKFLAP, 3 X 2-HOLE DOG BONE PLATES WITH 1.5X4MM SELF TAPPING SCREWS, Part Number 12-01531S, for use on the cranium
Affected units
22,831

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 (2)

  • 1000181748
  • 1000295062

Distribution

Distributed in 4 states:

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 18 recalled by Stryker Leibinger GmbH & Co. KG 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 18 products in this recall →