Stryker Howmedica Osteonics Corp.: Medical Device Recall in 2013 - (Recall #: Z-0610-2013)

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall detail below. You can also see other recalls from the same firm in 2013.

Data Source: FDA.

Product Description:

Stryker Howmedica Osteonics; Stryker T2 Humerus System Teflon Tube, sterile; REF 1806-0073S The T2 Nailing System is designed to treat complex fractures in Humeral, Femoral, Tibial and Ankle applications. The Teflon Tube is an optional instrument used to exchange the Ball Tip Guide Wire with the Smooth Tip Guide Wire once reaming is completed. Stryker Stryker Trauma GmbH 24232 Schonkirchen, Germany distributed in USA by: Howmedica Osteonics Corp., 235 Corporate Drive,

Product Classification:

Class II

Date Initiated: August 6, 2012

Date Posted: January 2, 2013

Recall Number: Z-0610-2013

Event ID: 63457

Reason for Recall:

During the manufacturing of the affected lot a manufacturing error has led to embrittlement of the tube material of the T2 Humerus Teflon Tube.

Status: Terminated

Product Quantity: 100 units (73 units US; 27 units OUS)

Code Information:

Catalog No: 1806-0073S Lot Code:123596

Distribution Pattern:

Worldwide distribution: USA (nationwide) including states of: AL, CO, CT, IL, IN, MO, MS, NC, NJ, NY, OR,and TX; and countries of: Australia, Canada, France, Spain and United Kingdom.

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated