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Terminated

Neptune 2 Rover - ULTRA ~120V ~ 60 Hz 12A REF 0702-001-000, 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.

FDA Recall Z-0454-2013 · Posted 2012-12-03

Recalling FirmStryker Instruments Div. of Stryker Corporation
Recall StatusTerminated
Product CodeJCX
Date Initiated2011-05-24
Date Terminated2014-05-28
Product Quantity5865

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.

Firm Action

Stryker Instruments sent a "STRYKER NEPTUNE 2 ULTRA 120V & 230V WASTE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM" letter dated June 22, 2011 to all affected customers. The letter identified the product, problem, and actions to be taken by the customers. Customers were asked to complete and return a Reply Form via fax to Stryker at 269-906-9121 or email to [email protected]. Technical questions should be addressed to Neptune Field Service at 800-800-4236 ext. 5052.

Root Cause

Component design/selection

Distribution Pattern

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

Official Source

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Source: FDA Enforcement Report / Recall database. Always confirm against the official FDA record.

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