Stryker recalls Hoffmann II Connecting Rod Micro 3 x 40mm (Catalog 50796040) due to potential cracking after cleaning and sterilization. Affected units may require replacement.
Potential cracking of the Hoffmann II Carbon Connecting Rods following cleaning and sterilization.
Stryker is recalling its Hoffmann II Connecting Rod Micro 3 x 40mm (Catalog Number 50796040) because it can crack after cleaning and sterilization. This could lead to failure during use, especially in medical procedures.
The connecting rods can crack after cleaning and sterilization, which may cause them to break during use. This could lead to complications like tissue damage or surgical failure if the rod breaks unexpectedly.
Medical professionals using these connecting rods in surgical procedures are most at risk. Patients undergoing surgery with this product could be affected if the rod cracks.
Check for the catalog number 50796040 on the product. All units were sold with this specific model and lot numbers.
Look for the catalog number 50796040 on the product label.
The product can crack after cleaning and sterilization, which may cause failure during use.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so check with Stryker for further instructions.
Yes, cracking could lead to failure during use, potentially causing surgical complications.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Stryker to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2828-2026 — Stryker Stryker Hello, I own a Stryker that is covered by recall Z-2828-2026 from Stryker. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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