Class II — Potential Health Hazard

Potential health hazard — use of or exposure to this product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences.

VariAx Compression Plating System Recalled by Stryker Howmedica Osteonics Corp. Due to Stryker received two reports indicating that during screw...

Date: October 10, 2013
Company: Stryker Howmedica Osteonics Corp.
Status: Terminated
Source: FDA (Device)

What You Should Do

Stop using this product immediately. Do not consume, use, or distribute it.

Return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund. If you have questions, contact Stryker Howmedica Osteonics Corp. directly.

Affected Products

VariAx Compression Plating System

Quantity: 118 units

Why Was This Recalled?

Stryker received two reports indicating that during screw insertion under a high lateral angle a bone screw went through a oblong hole.

Where Was This Sold?

This product was distributed nationwide across all 50 states.

Affected (51 states)Not affected

About Stryker Howmedica Osteonics Corp.

Stryker Howmedica Osteonics Corp. has 87 total recalls tracked by RecallDetector.

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Data sourced from the FDA (Device). Last updated March 26, 2026. View original report