Database updated: 27 October 2026
Safety Information
Medsafe Online Recall Database
Detail of Recall
| Type of Product: | Device |
| Medsafe Reference: | 20368 |
| Brand Name: | Styker Surgical procedure kit, orthopaedic, reusable - Mahwah (reamers) |
| Model: | Triathlon Modular Handle 6541-4-808 |
| Affected: | Multiple lots |
| Software version: | |
| Recalling Organisation: | Stryker New Zealand Ltd 515 Mount Wellington Highway Mount Wellington AUCKLAND 1060 |
| Contact Information: | 0800 787 9287 |
| Manufacturer: | Stryker Howmedica Osteonics |
| Issue: | There have been complaints about the device dissociating or breaking during use. The press fit specifications between the dowel pin and the mating hole in the shaft were not being achieved, potentially resulting in disassociation from the instrument. |
| Recall action type: | Recall |
| Recall action: | Product to be returned to supplier |
| Level of recall: | Hospital/Pharmacy/Laboratory |
| Date Commenced: | 8/7/2016 |
