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

Pkg, Knot Pusher Open recalled by Stryker Endoscopy

Stryker Endoscopy is recalling Pkg, Knot Pusher Open, 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 codes443530 940772 941380 942132 942251 1040526 1041289 1042465 1043108 1043109 1043110 1044455 1045026 1046385 1140655 1141210 1141782 1142627 1143074 1143156 1144548 1145353 1146980 1147097 1240543 1242451 1243364 1244180 1246138 1246145 1340556 1341561 1342150 1343019 1343312 1343417 1346108 1346431 1440890 1441386
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-0599-2015
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, KNOT PUSHER 5MM OPEN, P/N 0250080132 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, Knot Pusher Open recalled?

Yes. Stryker Endoscopy recalled Pkg, Knot Pusher Open on 17 Nov 2014. The recall is Class II and its status is Terminated. Recall number Z-0599-2015.

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?

443530 940772 941380 942132 942251 1040526 1041289 1042465 1043108 1043109 1043110 1044455 1045026 1046385 1140655 1141210 1141782 1142627 1143074 1143156 1144548 1145353 1146980 1147097 1240543 1242451 1243364 1244180 1246138 1246145 1340556 1341561 1342150 1343019 1343312 1343417 1346108 1346431 1440890 1441386

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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