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Stryker Trio Connector Hex Socket for Torque Wrench 3.5MM Not Sterile: Manufactured by: Stryker Spine SAS, Cestas, Franc

FDA device recall Z-1886-2009 · posted 2009-09-16 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Stryker Spine
Reason for recall
The Trio 3.5MM Hex socket has been reported to break under high stresses.
Action taken
Product Correction letters were sent on July 1, 2009 to all Branches/Agencies, Surgeons and Hospital Risk Management OR Supervisor by Federal Express. The letter indicates the potential hazards associated with the breakage and it reinforces the appropriate surgical technique in using the hex socket. Customers are requested to complete an acknowledgement form and return it via FAX to Aminah Crawford at 201.760.8370 within five (5) days of receipt of the notice. If you have questions, please contact Tiffani Rogers, Regulatory Compliance Manager at 201.760.8206.
Root cause
Other
Status
Terminated
Product code
MNH
Quantity affected
143
Distribution
Nationwide - OR, AR, CA, MA, KY, MD, GA, FL, NY, NM, UT, FL, OK, KS, MI, MN, IN, MT, TX, WI, and TN.
Date initiated
2009-07-01
Date posted
2009-09-16
Date terminated
2009-10-20
Location
Allendale, NJ

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