Stryker recalls reprocessed Xcel Bladeless Trocars (H12LP) distributed after a prior recall. These endoscopic surgical tools may be in use at medical facilities. No specific remedy is stated in the recall notice.
Through investigation, it was determined that H12LP Trocars in scope of a previous H12LP recall were distributed to facilities within the distribution chain following the recall execution activities initially performed by distributor.
Stryker is recalling reprocessed Xcel Bladeless Trocars (H12LP) that were distributed after a previous recall. These surgical tools are used in minimally invasive procedures. The recall occurs because the product was sent to facilities following the initial recall actions.
The hazard involves reprocessed trocars being distributed to facilities after a prior recall was executed. This means the product may still be in use at medical facilities despite the initial recall. The recall does not specify a mechanism for injury but indicates potential continued distribution.
Medical facilities that received these reprocessed trocars after the previous recall. Surgeons and surgical teams using the affected models are most at risk.
Check for the model number H12LP on the trocar. Look for lot numbers listed in the recall (e.g., 3727435, 3732833, etc.). These reprocessed endoscopic trocars are used in minimally invasive surgical procedures.
Identify the model number (H12LP) and lot numbers from the list provided in the recall notice.
The recall occurs because the reprocessed trocars were distributed to facilities after the initial recall was executed by the distributor.
The official notice states no remedy is provided.
The recall does not specify a mechanism for injury, only that the product was distributed after a prior recall.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Stryker to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0498-2019 — Stryker Stryker Hello, I own a Stryker that is covered by recall Z-0498-2019 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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