CLASS II Device recall · Reported 24 Dec 2014 · FDA Enforcement Report

Pkg Insert, Retention Grasper recalled by Stryker Endoscopy

Stryker Endoscopy is recalling Pkg Insert, Retention Grasper, distributed nationwide in the US. The recall was initiated on 17 Nov 2014 and the FDA has classified it as Class II.

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Lot, batch or date codes44496 140605 140606 345140 641239 846761 847639 940558 941264 941600 1040627 1040792 1041613 1042525 1043030 1045850 1047039 1141968 1144639 1145068 1146344 1241175 1242199 1242458 1243947 1246162 1340222D 1341522 1341572 1342759 1345289 1345603 141871 1440440 1440691 1441168 1442626 344116 642115
Quantity recalled180,573 units total

Stop using the device if the notice says to, and contact the manufacturer or your healthcare provider for the correction or replacement.

Recall details

Recall number
Z-0725-2015
FDA event ID
69838
Recalling firm
Stryker Endoscopy, San Jose, CA
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Recall initiated
17 Nov 2014
FDA classified
17 Dec 2014
Reported
24 Dec 2014
Type
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Customers notified by
Letter
Reason category
Sterility

Timeline

17 Nov 2014Recall initiated by company
17 Dec 2014Classified by FDA+30 days
24 Dec 2014Published in enforcement report+7 days

Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.

Reason for recall

The parameters provided in the Laparoscopic Manual Instruments Instructions for Use (IFU 1000-401-070 Revision G or prior) do not support the unwrapped Gravity cycle and the Ethylene Oxide cycle sterilization methods

A sterility recall means a product that must be sterile, such as an injection or eye drop, may be contaminated. Using a non-sterile product can cause serious infection.

Product as listed by the FDA

PKG, 5MM INSERT, RETENTION GRASPER, 33CM, P/N 0250080697 Laparoscopic Manual Instruments are intended for cutting, holding, grasping and manipulating of tissue, organs, organ areas and surgical auxiliaries such as suturing material. Some instruments have radio frequency (RF) ports which allow them to be used for electrosurgery. Laparoscopic surgical manual instruments are designed to be used endoscopically through cannulae to perform cutting, grasping, dissecting, retracting, and manipulating functions. This device does not sustain or support life.

Where it was distributed

Worldwide Distribution - USA (nationwide) and Internationally to Algeria, Argentina, Australia, Bolivia, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, France, Germany, Greece, Guam, Guatemala, India, Italy, Japan, Jordan, Kuwait, Latin America, Malaysia, Mexico, Morocco, Netherlands, New Zealand, Peru, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Puerto Rico, Romania, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, and Venezuela.

Nationwide Puerto Rico

Questions about this recall

Is Pkg Insert, Retention Grasper recalled?

Yes. Stryker Endoscopy recalled Pkg Insert, Retention Grasper on 17 Nov 2014. The recall is Class II and its status is Terminated. Recall number Z-0725-2015.

Why was it recalled?

The parameters provided in the Laparoscopic Manual Instruments Instructions for Use (IFU 1000-401-070 Revision G or prior) do not support the unwrapped Gravity cycle and the Ethylene Oxide cycle sterilization methods

Which lots are affected?

44496 140605 140606 345140 641239 846761 847639 940558 941264 941600 1040627 1040792 1041613 1042525 1043030 1045850 1047039 1141968 1144639 1145068 1146344 1241175 1242199 1242458 1243947 1246162 1340222D 1341522 1341572 1342759 1345289 1345603 141871 1440440 1440691 1441168 1442626 344116 642115

Where was it sold?

Worldwide Distribution - USA (nationwide) and Internationally to Algeria, Argentina, Australia, Bolivia, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, France, Germany, Greece, Guam, Guatemala, India, Italy, Japan, Jordan, Kuwait, Latin America, Malaysia, Mexico, Morocco, Netherlands, New Zealand, Peru, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Puerto Rico, Romania, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, and Venezuela.

What should I do if I have it?

Stop using the device if the notice says to, and contact the manufacturer or your healthcare provider for the correction or replacement.

What does Class II mean?

Class II means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems, or the probability of serious harm is remote.

Read the official FDA notice · Source record retrieved 21 Sep 2026. The FDA describes openFDA data as unvalidated; the official notice takes precedence. This page reports the record and gives no medical advice.

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