FDA Device Recalls

Recalls /

#124146

Product

Stryker Orthopaedics Rim Impactor Tip Product Usage: Used for MDM surgery.

FDA product code
HWAImpactor
Device class
Class 1
Medical specialty
Orthopedic
Affected lot / code info
Catalog number 12350-013 all lot codes

Why it was recalled

Stryker has received complaints associated with cracks and/or fracture of the Ball Impactor Tip and Rim Impactor Tip Instruments.

Root cause (FDA determination)

Device Design

Action the firm took

Stryker sent an Urgent Medical Device Correction letter dated October 1, 2013 to all affected customers via Fed Ex. The letter identified the affected product, problem and actions to be taken. Customers were instructed to complete and fax the attached Product Correction Acknowledgement form to 855-251-3635.

Recalling firm

Firm
Stryker Howmedica Osteonics Corp.
Address
325 Corporate Dr, Mahwah, New Jersey 07430-2002

Distribution

Distribution pattern
USA Nationwide Distribution

Timeline

Recall initiated
2013-09-30
Posted by FDA
2013-12-27
Terminated
2016-10-19
Status

Source: openFDA Device Recall endpoint. Recall record ID #124146. The FDA issues recall classifications as health-hazard assessments, not legal findings; for legal claims consult a licensed attorney.