Stryker recalls Hoffmann II Connecting Rod Micro 3 x 60mm (Catalog 50796060) due to potential cracking after cleaning and sterilization. Affected items may need replacement.
Potential cracking of the Hoffmann II Carbon Connecting Rods following cleaning and sterilization.
Stryker is recalling Hoffmann II Connecting Rod Micro 3 x 60mm parts because they might crack after cleaning and sterilization. This could lead to failure during use, so affected users should check their items and take action.
The connecting rods can crack after cleaning and sterilization, which may cause them to break during use. This could lead to device failure or injury if the broken part causes damage to tissues or equipment.
Users of medical devices like surgical tools or implants that use this connecting rod. Patients or healthcare providers handling these parts are most at risk.
Check for the catalog number 50796060 or GTIN 04546540389923 on the product. All lot numbers are affected.
Look for the catalog number 50796060 or GTIN 04546540389923 on the item.
The connecting rods may crack after cleaning and sterilization, which could lead to failure during use.
Check for the catalog number 50796060 or GTIN 04546540389923 on the product. All lot numbers are affected.
The recall 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-2830-2026 — Stryker Stryker Hello, I own a Stryker that is covered by recall Z-2830-2026 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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