Stryker recalls Hoffmann II Connecting Rod Micro 3 x 150mm (Catalog 50796150) 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 Hoffmann II Connecting Rod Micro 3 x 150mm parts that could crack after cleaning and sterilization. This poses a risk of failure during use, which might lead to injury if the part breaks unexpectedly.
The connecting rods can crack after cleaning and sterilization, which may cause the part to break during use. If the part breaks unexpectedly, it could lead to injury or complications during surgery.
Medical professionals using these parts in surgical procedures are most at risk. Patients receiving these parts during surgery could be affected if the part cracks.
Check for the catalog number 50796150 on the product. All units produced are affected, including those sold with GTIN 04546540389954.
Look for the catalog number 50796150 or GTIN 04546540389954 on the product.
The product may crack after cleaning and sterilization, which could lead to failure during use.
Check for the catalog number 50796150 or GTIN 04546540389954 on the product.
The recall record does not specify a remedy, so contact Stryker directly for guidance.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Stryker to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2833-2026 — Stryker Stryker Hello, I own a Stryker that is covered by recall Z-2833-2026 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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