Stryker recalls disposable Spetzler-Malis bipolar forceps with incorrect 54-month expiration date on labels; actual shelf life is 36 months. Affected items may expire sooner than intended.
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 on their labels. The product is labeled as having a 54-month shelf life when it should only last 36 months. This means the items could expire sooner than intended, potentially leading to product failure.
The product label shows a 54-month shelf life, but the actual shelf life is only 36 months. This error means the instruments could expire earlier than intended, potentially leading to product failure if used after the correct expiration date.
Medical professionals who use these disposable surgical instruments are likely affected. The risk is low as the hazard is a labeling error that could lead to product expiration but does not cause injury.
Check for the product name 'Disposable Spetzler-Malis Bipolar forceps, 23CM SLM DISP BAYONET 1.0MM' with catalog number 6780-230-010. Lot numbers 200525014, 201015017, and 201112017 are also affected.
Verify the expiration date on the product label; the actual shelf life is 36 months, not 54 months.
The product label shows a 54-month shelf life, but the actual shelf life is only 36 months due to an error in the expiration date.
Check for the product name 'Disposable Spetzler-Malis Bipolar forceps, 23CM SLM DISP BAYONET 1.0MM' with catalog number 6780-230-010 and lot numbers 200525014, 201015017, or 201112017.
The recall does not require immediate action; check the expiration date to ensure it is within 36 months of the production date.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Stryker to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0256-2024 — Stryker Stryker Hello, I own a Stryker that is covered by recall Z-0256-2024 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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