Stryker Berchtold Chromophare F52: Surgical Lights May Fall Off

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What happened, in plain English

Stryker is recalling Berchtold Chromophare F528 surgical lights because the back cover could fall off. This poses a risk of injury if the cover detaches during use in hospital settings.

Why it’s dangerous

The back cover of the light head is not securely assembled and could detach during use. If the cover falls off, it may cause injury to the user or interfere with medical procedures.

Who’s affected

Hospital staff and medical professionals who use these surgical lights in treatment rooms. The risk is highest for those using the lights in unsecured environments.

How to tell if you have this one

Check the serial number on the light. Affected units have serial numbers from 83180-69712678 to 83180-88970377. These lights are used in hospital treatment rooms for medical procedures.

Brand
Stryker
Category
Medical device

Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

Check Serial Number
Look for the serial number on the light to confirm if it falls within the range 83180-69712678 to 83180-88970377.

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Questions people ask

Why is this light being recalled?

The back cover of the light head could fall off during use, posing a risk of injury.

What should I do if I have this light?

Check the serial number to see if it is in the range 83180-69712678 to 83180-88970377. If it is, contact Stryker for instructions.

Are these lights safe to use?

The lights are safe to use only if the back cover is securely assembled. If the cover falls off, it could cause injury.

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Subject: Recall Z-2539-2019 — Stryker Stryker

Hello,

I own a Stryker that is covered by recall Z-2539-2019 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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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official FDA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.

Official source: FDA Recall #Z-2539-2019 (March 22, 2019) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for Z-2539-2019 to see it in context.
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Stryker Communications recalls Berchtold Chromophare F528 Surgical Lights. Product Usage: The medical lights are for usage in hospital treatment

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