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The Stryker Model 6390, Power-LOAD, is a power-loading cot fastener system designed to lift, lower, or steer ambulance c

FDA device recall Z-0566-2013 · posted 2012-12-19 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Stryker Medical Division of Stryker Corporation
Reason for recall
Model 6390 Power-LOAD systems built between September 12, 2012 and September 27, 2012 may have been built with a load switch slide that does not meet specifications causing the lifting ability of the arms to be negatively impacted.
Action taken
All in process and Load Switch Slides within Stryker control were quarantined on 09/27/2012. Direct accounts were telephoned beginning 10/26/2012 with "Urgent Medical Device Correction" notices sent beginning on 11/30/2012. The notices explained the reason for the recall, hazards involved, and recommended actions. Stryker field service was to contact consignees to schedule replacement of the affected load switch slide. Consignees were asked to forward a copy of his notice to the new users and advise Stryker of their new location. Questions or concerns should be directed to (269) 389-6927 or (269) 389-6954.
Root cause
Component design/selection
Status
Terminated
Product code
FPO
Quantity affected
24
Distribution
USA, Nationwide including the states of PA, NM, MI, IA, CA, CO, WA, VA, IL, WI, NY, WY, MO, TX, and CT.
Date initiated
2012-10-11
Date posted
2012-12-19
Date terminated
2013-08-30
Location
Portage, MI

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