Stryker Instruments Div. of Stryker Corporation: Medical Device Recall in 2012 - (Recall #: Z-0455-2013)

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall detail below. You can also see other recalls from the same firm in 2012.

Data Source: FDA.

Product Description:

Neptune¿ 2 Rover - ULTRA ~230V ~ 50 Hz 12A REF 0702-002-000, Rx Caution, consult accompanying documents Consult instructions for use, Max Vacuum; 21.0 in-Hg, 530 mm-Hg, The Neptune Waste Management System consists of a mobile rover unit used to suction and collect fluid waste, small debris and electrocautery smoke from a surgical site. Mobility allows the rover unit to be relocated to a waste disposal area where the rovers collection canisters can be emptied, via the docking station. Intended to be used in the Operating Room, Surgical Centers and Doctors Offices to collect and dispose of surgical fluid waste as well as collect smoke from electrocautery or laser devices.

Product Classification:

Class II

Date Initiated: May 24, 2011

Date Posted: December 12, 2012

Recall Number: Z-0455-2013

Event ID: 63634

Reason for Recall:

Beginning May 24, 2011 Stryker Neptune 2 (N2) Waste Management Systems castors were replaced with a new castor design because investigation found the old design had the potential for the casters to bind compromising the Rover's ability to roll. This can result in additional strain on the operator, due to multiple exposures resulting in back pain.

Status: Terminated

Product Quantity: 154

Code Information:

Part 0702-002-000 (230v) Lot 0733700353 through 1036100423

Distribution Pattern:

Worldwide Distribution-USA (nationwide) and Pacific countries, and the countries of EEMEA, Canada, Latin America, and Japan.

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated