| | Class 2 Recall Hoffman LRF Wire Bolt |  |
| Date Posted |
January 17, 2013 |
| Recall Number |
Z-0695-2013 |
| Product |
Hoffman LRF Wire Bolt, Catalog number 4933-1-001 through -003. |
| Code Information |
Catalog number 4933-1-001, Lot number Z02804, Z08348, Z08350, Z12549, Z16753. Catalog number 4933-1-002, Lot number Z08351, Z12554, Z16246, Z16752. Catalog number 4933-1-003 Lot Number Z08349, Z09344, Z12551, Z16996.
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Recalling Firm/ Manufacturer |
Stryker Howmedica Osteonics Corp. 325 Corporate Drive Mahwah, New Jersey 07430 |
| Consumer Instructions |
Contact the recalling firm for information |
| For Additional Information Contact |
Ms. Colleen O'Meara 201-831-5970
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Reason for Recall |
Two complaints have been filed where Hoffman LRF Wires have broken during load bearing application by patients.
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| Action |
Stryker sent "Urgent Medical Device Removal" notification letters and acknowledgement forms dated 10/25/2012 via Fed Ex to Branches/Agencies with return receipt. Stryker sent notification letters/acknowledgement forms dated 10/26/202 via Fed Ex to Hospital Risk Management, Hospital Chief of Orthopaedics and Surgeons. The letters described the device issue and provided recommended actions. Questions were directed to Stryker Customer Service. |
| Quantity in Commerce |
476 units |
| Distribution |
Nationwide Distribution, including the states of PA, OH, NY, CA and IL. |
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