Stryker recalls disposable Spetzler-Malis bipolar forceps with incorrect 54-month expiration date label. Products should be used within 36 months of manufacture to avoid potential safety issues.
An error was identified on the expiration date of the product label. The shelf life for the products impacted is 36 months (3 years) however the product label represents a 54 month (4.5 year) shelf life.
Stryker is recalling disposable Spetzler-Malis bipolar forceps that have an incorrect expiration date label. The product is labeled as having a 54-month shelf life but should only be used within 36 months. This could lead to potential safety issues if the product is used after its actual expiration date.
The product label incorrectly states a 54-month shelf life when the actual shelf life is 36 months. Using the product after its expiration date could lead to potential safety issues, though the risk is low as this is a labeling error rather than a physical defect.
Medical professionals who use these disposable surgical instruments are likely affected. Patients using these instruments during procedures may be at risk if the product is used after its actual expiration date.
Check for the product name 'Disposable Spetzler-Malis Bipolar forceps, 18CM SM DISP BAYONET 1.5MM TIP' with catalog number 6760-180-015. Lot numbers 201119005 and 201210009 are also associated with this recall.
Verify the expiration date on the product label to ensure it does not exceed the 36-month shelf life from the manufacturing date.
The product label incorrectly states a 54-month shelf life when the actual shelf life is 36 months.
Check the expiration date on the product label to ensure it does not exceed the 36-month shelf life from the manufacturing date.
The risk is low as this is a labeling error rather than a physical defect. Using the product after its expiration date could lead to potential safety issues.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Stryker to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0240-2024 — Stryker Stryker Hello, I own a Stryker that is covered by recall Z-0240-2024 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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