Stryker 6376 M-1 Cot Fastener Recall: Missing Safety Warnings

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Recalling firmStryker Medical Division of Stryker Corporation3800 E Centre Ave, N/A · Portage, MI 49002-5826

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What happened, in plain English

Stryker is recalling certain 6376 M-1 Cot Fasteners because their operation and maintenance manuals lack critical safety warnings and contain incorrect information. This could lead to improper use and potential safety risks if the fasteners are used without proper guidance.

Why it’s dangerous

The fasteners have manuals that don't include necessary safety warnings and contain incorrect information. This means users might not follow proper procedures, potentially causing errors in medical applications.

Who’s affected

Medical professionals using the 6376 M-1 Cot Fasteners for patient care are most at risk. The specific units affected are those with serial numbers from 170740300 to 170740358.

How to tell if you have this one

Check the serial number on the fastener, which ranges from 170740300 to 170740358. The product is sold under the catalog number 6376000000.

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 fastener, which should be between 170740300 and 170740358.

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Questions people ask

Why is this fastener being recalled?

The operation and maintenance manuals are missing critical safety warnings and contain incorrect information, which could lead to improper use.

How can I check if my fastener is affected?

Check the serial number on the fastener; affected units have serial numbers from 170740300 to 170740358.

What should I do if I have the affected fastener?

Contact Stryker directly to confirm if your fastener is affected and get further instructions.

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Subject: Recall Z-1598-2018 — Stryker Stryker

Hello,

I own a Stryker that is covered by recall Z-1598-2018 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-1598-2018 (March 9, 2018) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for Z-1598-2018 to see it in context.
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Stryker Medical Division of Stryker Corporation recalls 6376 M-1 Cot Fastener, catalog no. 6376000000

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