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FDA Devices recall · Reported July 25, 2018

Reprocessed HARMONIC Ace¿ +7, 5mm Diameter Shears with Advanced Hemostasis (HARH), Item Number HARH36 Product Usage: The Reprocessed HARMONIC ACE¿+7, 5 mm Diameter Shears with Advanced Hemostasis are indicated for soft tissue incisions when bleeding control and minimal thermal injury are desired. The instruments can be used as an adjunct to or substitute for electrosurgery, lasers and steel scalpels in general, plastic, pediatric, gynecologic, urologic, thoracic, exposure to orthopedic struc

Stryker Sustainability Solutions has received an increase in reports indicating that the affected Reprocessed HARH36 devices may display an error code (No Instrument Uses Remainin…

Recall #
Z-2484-2018
Affected scope
180 units
Initiated
May 8, 2018
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Stryker Sustainability Solutions recalled Reprocessed HARMONIC Ace¿ +7, 5mm Diameter Shears with Advanced Hemostasis (HARH), Item N… - a moderate-severity action.

Reprocessed HARMONIC Ace¿ +7, 5mm Diameter Shears with Advanced Hemostasis (HARH), Item N… was recalled by Stryker Sustainability Solutions in July 25, 2018. Reason: Stryker Sustainability Solutions has received an increase in reports indicating that the affected Reprocessed…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-2484-2018 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Stryker Sustainability Solutions issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-Stryker Sustainability Solutions has received an increase in reports indicating that the affected Reprocessed….

Moderate
severity level
180 units
affected scope
Class II
classification
July 25, 2018
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-2484-2018 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Devices action (record #Z-2484-2018) was formally reported on July 25, 2018, with the manufacturer initiating the action on May 8, 2018. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Stryker Sustainability Solutions is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Tempe, AZ. Federal records list the affected scope as 180 units.

The documented reason for this recall is: Stryker Sustainability Solutions has received an increase in reports indicating that the affected Reprocessed HARH36 devices may display an error code (No Instrument Uses Remaining) upon initial connection to the genera… Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: US Nationwide Distribution in the states of PA, FL, MD, MA, CA, NY, NC, TX, MT, AL, LA, TN. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

180 units

Related Recalls

6

0 from same agency

Product description

Reprocessed HARMONIC Ace¿ +7, 5mm Diameter Shears with Advanced Hemostasis (HARH), Item Number HARH36 Product Usage: The Reprocessed HARMONIC ACE¿+7, 5 mm Diameter Shears with Advanced Hemostasis are indicated for soft tissue incisions when bleeding control and minimal thermal injury are desired. The instruments can be used as an adjunct to or substitute for electrosurgery, lasers and steel scalpels in general, plastic, pediatric, gynecologic, urologic, thoracic, exposure to orthopedic structures (such as spine and joint space), sealing and transection of lymphatic vessels, and other open and endoscopic procedures. The instruments allow for the coagulation of vessels up to and including 7 mm in diameter, using the Advanced Hemostasis hand controls button.

Reason for recall

Stryker Sustainability Solutions has received an increase in reports indicating that the affected Reprocessed HARH36 devices may display an error code (No Instrument Uses Remaining) upon initial connection to the generator. When this error code is present, the device is not able to be used.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the FDA Devices recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Severity class Moderate (Class II)
Status Terminated
Recall number Z-2484-2018
Date reported July 25, 2018
Date initiated May 8, 2018
Recalling firm Stryker Sustainability Solutions
Firm location Tempe, AZ
Affected scope 180 units
Distribution US Nationwide Distribution in the states of PA, FL, MD, MA, CA, NY, NC, TX, MT, AL, LA, TN

Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Devices enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Scale of Impact

180 units units affected - limited or regional distribution scale.

Regional (<10K units) ✓ This recall
Multi-state (10K – 100K units) -
Large-scale (100K – 1M units) -
Massive (≥1M units) -

Bracket cutoffs follow federal recall-disclosure conventions; bar widths scale linearly within each bracket. Source: PlainRecalls analysis of U.S. Food and Drug Administration filings.

What to do with this recall

Match your product against the recall record, then act on the agency remedy.

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  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Reprocessed HARMONIC Ace¿ +7, 5mm Diameter Shears with Advanced Hemostasis (HARH), Item Number HARH36 Product Usage: The Reprocessed HARMONIC ACE¿+7, 5 mm Diameter Shears with Advanced Hemostasis are indicated for soft tissue incisions when bleeding control and minimal thermal injury are desired. The instruments can be used as an adjunct to or substitute for electrosurgery, lasers and steel scalpels in general, plastic, pediatric, gynecologic, urologic, thoracic, exposure to orthopedic structures (such as spine and joint space), sealing and transection of lymphatic vessels, and other open and endoscopic procedures. The instruments allow for the coagulation of vessels up to and including 7 mm in diameter, using the Advanced Hemostasis hand controls button.. Recalled by Stryker Sustainability Solutions. Units affected: 180 units.
Why was this product recalled?
Stryker Sustainability Solutions has received an increase in reports indicating that the affected Reprocessed HARH36 devices may display an error code (No Instrument Uses Remaining) upon initial connection to the generator. When this error code is present, the device is not able to be used.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on July 25, 2018. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-2484-2018.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: US Nationwide Distribution in the states of PA, FL, MD, MA, CA, NY, NC, TX, MT, AL, LA, TN.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (Z-2484-2018) 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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