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Stryker Precision Oscillating Tip Saw, For use with Stryker System 6. Stryker Instruments, Kalamazoo, MI; REF 6209. The

FDA device recall Z-1030-2009 · posted 2009-03-10 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Stryker Instruments Div. of Stryker Corporation
Reason for recall
The handpieces may continue to run even when the trigger is not depressed, which could result in the unintended cutting of bone or soft tissue damage.
Action taken
Consignees were notified of the problem via letter dated October 10, 2008, provided interim instructions to reduce the risk, and informed that Stryker instruments will replace the trigger on all handpieces. Consignees were also instructed on the following: 1) Review the letter and distribute to all affected departments, 2) Complete and sign the enclosed Business Reply Form and fax to 336-499-8603 and 3) Call Stryker Instruments Service Department at 888-308-1983 to schedule service for the handpieces.
Root cause
Component design/selection
Status
Terminated
Product code
KIJ
Quantity affected
25,312 of all units
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution including USA and countries of Australia, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, England, France, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong, India, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Malaysi
Date initiated
2008-10-10
Date posted
2009-03-10
Date terminated
2010-10-27
Location
Portage, MI

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