HOFFMANN 5079-6-120Recalls & reported problems
Stryker GmbH · Connecting Rod Micro · Class 2
1 open recall names this device. See the recall details and contact the manufacturer or your healthcare provider.
Quick summary
This Stryker Hoffmann II Carbon connecting rod, a small bone fixation rod used in fracture repair, is the subject of 35 adverse event reports filed between May and August 2026, with no deaths or injuries described. The reports describe cracks found in the rod, in some cases noticed only after inspection. One open recall began in July 2026 because these rods may crack after cleaning and sterilization.
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- Adverse event reports
- 23
- Deaths reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Recalls naming it
- 1
Summary
The FDA's MAUDE database contains 23 adverse event reports that list this exact device (DI 04546540389947), received between May 28, 2026 and Aug 28, 2026 — classified as 23 malfunctions.
The most frequently reported specific device problem is “Crack” (23 reports).
1 FDA recall record name this device's identifier, 1 still open.
6 other recalls cover devices cleared under the same FDA submission (K033476); they may or may not involve this specific model.
Reports come from manufacturers, hospitals and patients and are not verified by the FDA. A report does not prove the device caused the event, and counts can't be used to compare devices or estimate failure rates. How this data works · Data updated Oct 13, 2026.
Reports received per month
Recalls naming this device
- Jul 1, 2026Open, Classified
Potential cracking of the Hoffmann II Carbon Connecting Rods following cleaning and sterilization.
Z-2832-2026 · Root cause: Device Design · FDA record ↗
Most reported problems
Device problems
- Crack23
Patient problems
- No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions23
Recent adverse event reports
The 23 most recent of 23 reports, in the reporter's own words as published by the FDA.
MalfunctionAug 28, 2026Crack
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50502220 ↗MalfunctionAug 28, 2026Crack
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50502219 ↗MalfunctionAug 28, 2026Crack
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50502215 ↗MalfunctionAug 28, 2026Crack
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50502210 ↗MalfunctionAug 27, 2026Crack
It was reported that, cracks were seen on the product after inspection.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50478701 ↗MalfunctionAug 27, 2026Crack
It was reported that, cracks were seen on the product after inspection.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50478243 ↗MalfunctionAug 27, 2026Crack
As reported: "Cracks identified in Hoffmann Micro carbon rods."
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50476263 ↗MalfunctionAug 26, 2026Crack
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50459568 ↗MalfunctionAug 24, 2026Crack
Cracks identified in Hoffmann Micro carbon rods.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50418751 ↗MalfunctionAug 24, 2026Crack
It was reported that, cracks were identified in Hoffmann Micro carbon rods during inspection.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50418749 ↗MalfunctionAug 24, 2026Crack
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50418748 ↗MalfunctionAug 24, 2026Crack
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50418743 ↗MalfunctionAug 24, 2026Crack
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50418728 ↗MalfunctionAug 24, 2026Crack
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50418714 ↗MalfunctionAug 24, 2026Crack
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50418713 ↗MalfunctionAug 24, 2026Crack
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50418712 ↗MalfunctionAug 24, 2026Crack
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50418709 ↗MalfunctionAug 24, 2026Crack
It was reported that the rods are cracked.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50408170 ↗MalfunctionAug 24, 2026Crack
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50408166 ↗MalfunctionAug 20, 2026Crack
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50351528 ↗MalfunctionMay 28, 2026Crack
AS REPORTED: "CARBON RODS SHOW VISIBLE CRACKS AFTER STERILIZATION/CLEANING (REPROCESSING)".
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 25321955 ↗MalfunctionMay 28, 2026Crack
IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE REPLACEMENT DELIVERY OF THE CARBON RODS WERE RECEIVED. THEY WERE PROCESSED ONCE IN THE REPROCESSING/STERILIZATION UNIT FOR MEDIZINPRODUKTE (AEMP (AUFBEREITUNGSEINHEIT FOR MEDIZINPRODUKTE)), UNFORTUNATELY THE CARBON RODS BROKE AGAIN.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 25321524 ↗MalfunctionMay 28, 2026Crack
AS REPORTED: "CARBON RODS SHOW SMALL CRACKS AND SWELLING AFTER THE FIRST CLEANING/STERILIZATION CYCLE."
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 25318337 ↗
Recalls under the same FDA submission
These recalls involve devices cleared under K033476. One submission often covers many models, so check the product and lot details in each record.
- Z-2828-2026 · Jul 1, 2026 · Open, ClassifiedStryker Hoffmann II Connecting Rod Micro 3 x 40mm. Catalog Number: 50796040.
- Z-2827-2026 · Jul 1, 2026 · Open, ClassifiedStryker Hoffmann II Connecting Rod Micro 3 x 30mm. Catalog Number: 50796030.
- Z-2833-2026 · Jul 1, 2026 · Open, ClassifiedStryker Hoffmann II Connecting Rod Micro 3 x 150mm. Catalog Number: 50796150.
- Z-2830-2026 · Jul 1, 2026 · Open, ClassifiedStryker Hoffmann II Connecting Rod Micro 3 x 60mm. Catalog Number: 50796060.
- Z-2829-2026 · Jul 1, 2026 · Open, ClassifiedStryker Hoffmann II Connecting Rod Micro 3 x 50mm. Catalog Number: 50796050.
- Z-2831-2026 · Jul 1, 2026 · Open, ClassifiedStryker Hoffmann II Connecting Rod Micro 3 x 90mm. Catalog Number: 50796090.
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Sources: FDA GUDID, MAUDE and Medical Device Recalls via openFDA. openFDA data is not validated for clinical or regulatory use.