Stryker Medical Division of Stryker Corporation recalls Transport Stretcher, and Head and Neck Surgery Stretcher Non-powered stretcher

Recall date

February 5, 2016

Source

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

Recall number

Z-1185-2016

FDA classification

Class II

Brand / firm

Stryker Medical Division of Stryker Corporation

Sold / distributed

Distributed in DC and the states of AL, CA, FL, MN, MT, NC, NE, NY, PA, RI, TN, TX, UT, and WV.

Why it was recalled

The hydraulic jack assemblies (PN: 0753-002-101, 0753-002-070, 0753-002-001, and 0753-002-001) were manufactured using the incorrect oil. The oil used does not contain the same wear resistance additives as the specified oils and therefore its use increases the potential for wear which may cause a leak event or jack drift. Testing was done to evaluate the jacks with incorrect oil and leak events we

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

What was recalled

Transport Stretcher, and Head and Neck Surgery Stretcher Non-powered stretcher