Stryker Medical Division of Stryker Corporation recalls Stryker PowerPRO (XT, IT, or TL) Cots Stretcher, Wheeled The Stryker Power-PRO" are powered ambulance cots are designed…

Recall date

May 5, 2016

Source

U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) — enforcement report

Recall number

Z-1990-2016

FDA classification

Class II

Brand / firm

Stryker Medical Division of Stryker Corporation

Sold / distributed

Distributed US (nationwide) and the countries of Australia, Canada, Hong Kong, Spain, Switzerland, and United Kingdom.

Why it was recalled

Complaints of smoke coming from the foot end of the cot. This reportedly occurred when either the battery was placed into the cot or shortly after placing the battery into the cot. In addition to the alleged smoking, one of the reports had also noted that when the user attempted to lower the cot (prior to the alleged smoking) the device went into high speed retract and then a few moments later i

Class II means using this product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems; the chance of serious harm is remote.

What was recalled

Stryker PowerPRO (XT, IT, or TL) Cots Stretcher, Wheeled The Stryker Power-PRO" are powered ambulance cots are designed to support and transport a maximum weight of 700 lb. (318 kg) in pre-hospital and hospital environments.