CLASS II Device recall · Reported 24 Dec 2014 · FDA Enforcement Report
Pkg, Schertel Forceps, Fenestrated recalled by Stryker Endoscopy
Stryker Endoscopy is recalling Pkg, Schertel Forceps, Fenestrated, distributed nationwide in the US. The recall was initiated on 17 Nov 2014 and the FDA has classified it as Class II.
Check your package
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-0674-2015
- 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
- Device type
- Heart & Vascular Devices
Timeline
| 17 Nov 2014 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 17 Dec 2014 | Classified by FDA | +30 days |
| 24 Dec 2014 | Published 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, SCHERTEL FORCEPS, FENESTRATED, P/N 0250080312. 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.
Questions about this recall
Is Pkg, Schertel Forceps, Fenestrated recalled?
Yes. Stryker Endoscopy recalled Pkg, Schertel Forceps, Fenestrated on 17 Nov 2014. The recall is Class II and its status is Terminated. Recall number Z-0674-2015.
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?
42933 140481 143691 143692 244219 246731 246732 247405 640116 646137 646140 744912 744915 749912 840178 842220 842235 842238 842344 847887 847888 847889 847891 847892 847893 847894 847895 847899 848003 941360 941362 941363 941365 941366 941367 941368 941372 941373 941374 1044887 1046603 1046606 1047025 1047026 1047027 1140203 1142289 1142290 1143095 1143703 1144245 1144724 1144725 1144726 1144727 1144728 1145801 1146163 1146376 1146728 1146729 1146983 1147051 1240178 1240179 1240362 1240957 1242410 1244440 1245119 1245120 1245121 1245511 1340288 1340721 1340722 1341833 1342683 1343533 1343991 1343992 140404 162099
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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