Severity
Moderate
ModerateClass IITerminated
FDA Devices recall · Reported May 2, 2018
T4 Pullover Toga, Large; Catalog Number: 0400-760-000 Sterile personal protection garment
Separation of material layers may occur, causing a potential risk of exposure to contaminants.
Stryker Instruments Div. of Stryker Corporation recalled T4 Pullover Toga, Large; Catalog Number: 0400-760-000 Sterile personal protection garment - a moderate-severity action.
T4 Pullover Toga, Large; Catalog Number: 0400-760-000 Sterile personal protection garment was recalled by Stryker Instruments Div. of Stryker Corporation in May 2, 2018. Reason: Separation of material layers may occur, causing a potential risk of exposure to contaminants.. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-1503-2018 with the FDA Devices before acting.
The recall
Stryker Instruments Div. of Stryker Corporation issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-Separation of material layers may occur, causing a potential risk of exposure to contaminants..
- Moderate
- severity level
- Class II
- classification
- May 2, 2018
- reported
Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-1503-2018 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This FDA Devices action (record #Z-1503-2018) was formally reported on May 2, 2018, with the manufacturer initiating the action on February 23, 2018. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Stryker Instruments Div. of Stryker Corporation is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Portage, MI. Federal records list the affected scope as 34570 total products.
The documented reason for this recall is: Separation of material layers may occur, causing a potential risk of exposure to contaminants. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: US Nationwide and Ireland, Japan, South Korea, UK. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from FDA Devices - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
Medical Devices recalls over time
Where this recall sits in its category - 40,861 medical devices recalls on record
Of 88,001 recalls with an agency hazard classification, 19,020 are high severity, 64,468 moderate, and 4,513 low. A further 16,157 CPSC/NHTSA recalls have no agency class and are excluded from this split. This recall is classified moderate severity.
Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.
Affected scope
34570 total products
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
Product description
T4 Pullover Toga, Large; Catalog Number: 0400-760-000 Sterile personal protection garment
Reason for recall
Separation of material layers may occur, causing a potential risk of exposure to contaminants.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Severity class | Moderate (Class II) |
| Status | Terminated |
| Recall number | Z-1503-2018 |
| Date reported | May 2, 2018 |
| Date initiated | February 23, 2018 |
| Recalling firm | Stryker Instruments Div. of Stryker Corporation |
| Firm location | Portage, MI |
| Affected scope | 34570 total products |
| Distribution | US Nationwide and Ireland, Japan, South Korea, UK |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Devices enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
What to do with this recall
Match your product against the recall record, then act on the agency remedy.
- Check the recall number (Z-1503-2018) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status with FDA Devices before acting, recall details can be updated.
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official FDA Devices record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
T4 Pullover Toga, Large; Catalog Number: 0400-760-000 Sterile personal protection garment. Recalled by Stryker Instruments Div. of Stryker Corporation. Units affected: 34570 total products.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
Separation of material layers may occur, causing a potential risk of exposure to contaminants.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on May 2, 2018. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1503-2018.
Where was the recalled product distributed? ▼
Distribution: US Nationwide and Ireland, Japan, South Korea, UK.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (Z-1503-2018) against your product. Visit the official FDA Devices website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
Should I stop using a recalled medication or medical device? ▼
Do not stop using a recalled medication or device without consulting your healthcare provider first, as abruptly discontinuing treatment could pose its own health risks. Your doctor can advise on alternatives or whether the recall applies to your specific product lot. Check the recall number and lot information against your product packaging.
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