FDAClass IINovember 14, 2012

Hoffman LRF Telescopic Strut Short Stryker Stryker recall

Hoffman LRF Telescopic Strut Short Stryker Stryker Trauma AG CH-2545 Seizach Distributed in the USA by Howmedica Osteonics Corp. 325 Corporate Drive…

Why was Hoffman LRF Telescopic Strut Short Stryker Stryker recalled?

Three complaints have been filed where the Hoffman LRF Telescopic Struts have broken during load bearing application by patients having a body weight greater than 250 LBS.

What should I do if I have this product?

Review the official FDA enforcement record for current instructions.

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official FDA record. Only products that match the listed product and lot, UPC or model codes are part of this recall.

Which lot codes, UPCs or models are affected?

K113327 Catalog No: Telescopic Strut Extra Short Hoffman LRF Length: 4933-0-100 :100-125mm (Black) 4933-0-120 Telescopic Strut Short Hoffman LRF Length: 119-161 mm (Yellow) 4933-0-140 Telescopic Strut Medium Hoffman LRF Length 138-201 mm (Blue) 4933-0-180 Telescopic Strut Long Hoffman LRF Length: 177-277 mm (Red); Lot Code: 4933-0-100 Telescopic Strut Extra Short Hoffman LRF Length 100-125mm (Black) X28937; Z04197; Z09163; Z09597; Z12135; 4933-0-120 Telescopic Strut Short Hoffman LRF Length: 119-161 mm (Yellow) X28961; Z04199; Z09161; Z09769; Z12012; 4933-0-140 Telescopic Strut Medium Hoffman LRF Length 138-201 mm (Blue) X34352; Z04200; Z05068; Z09011; Z09598; Z10872; 4933-0-180 Telescopic Strut Long Hoffman LRF Length: 177-277 mm (Red); X28963 ;Z04429; Z09471; Z11686

Product
Hoffman LRF Telescopic Strut Short Stryker Stryker Trauma AG CH-2545 Seizach Distributed in the USA by Howmedica Osteonics Corp. 325 Corporate Drive…
Recalling firm
Stryker Howmedica Osteonics Corp.
Quantity
165 units
Distribution
Nationwide Distribution.
Recall date
November 14, 2012
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (device)
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