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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

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

Reported: March 23, 2016 Initiated: February 5, 2016 #Z-1185-2016

Product Description

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

Reason for Recall

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

Details

Units Affected
36
Distribution
Distributed in DC and the states of AL, CA, FL, MN, MT, NC, NE, NY, PA, RI, TN, TX, UT, and WV.
Location
Portage, MI

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Transport Stretcher, and Head and Neck Surgery Stretcher Non-powered stretcher. Recalled by Stryker Medical Division of Stryker Corporation. Units affected: 36.
Why was this product 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
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on March 23, 2016. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1185-2016.