CLASS II Device recall · Reported 23 Mar 2016 · FDA Enforcement Report

Prime Series Stretchers (Fifth Wheel, Big Wheel recalled

Stryker Medical Division of Stryker is recalling Prime Series Stretchers (Fifth Wheel, Big Wheel and Zoom) Powered stretcher, distributed in 15 states. The recall was initiated on 5 Feb 2016 and the FDA has classified it as Class II.

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Lot, batch or date codesThe hydraulic jack assemblies (Part numbers: 0753-002-101, 0753-002-070, 0753-002-001, and 0753-002-001) used as service parts on Stretchers assembled from 8/28/15 - 8/29/15
Quantity recalled36

Stop using the device if the notice says to, and contact the manufacturer or your healthcare provider for the correction or replacement.

Recall details

Recall number
Z-1184-2016
FDA event ID
73403
Recalling firm
Stryker Medical Division of Stryker, Portage, MI
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Recall initiated
5 Feb 2016
FDA classified
17 Mar 2016
Reported
23 Mar 2016
Type
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Customers notified by
Letter
Reason category
Packaging Defects

Timeline

5 Feb 2016Recall initiated by company
17 Mar 2016Classified by FDA+41 days
23 Mar 2016Published in enforcement report+6 days

Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.

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

Packaging recalls include wrong labels, wrong products in the wrong bottle, missing leaflets, short-filled or empty capsules and seals that fail.

Product as listed by the FDA

Prime Series Stretchers (Fifth Wheel, Big Wheel and Zoom) Powered stretcher

Where it was distributed

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

AlabamaCaliforniaDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaMinnesotaMontanaNorth CarolinaNebraskaNew YorkPennsylvaniaRhode IslandTennesseeTexasUtahWest Virginia

Questions about this recall

Why was it 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 lots are affected?

The hydraulic jack assemblies (Part numbers: 0753-002-101, 0753-002-070, 0753-002-001, and 0753-002-001) used as service parts on Stretchers assembled from 8/28/15 - 8/29/15

Where was it sold?

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

What should I do if I have it?

Stop using the device if the notice says to, and contact the manufacturer or your healthcare provider for the correction or replacement.

What does Class II mean?

Class II means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems, or the probability of serious harm is remote.

Read the official FDA notice · Source record retrieved 26 Sep 2026. The FDA describes openFDA data as unvalidated; the official notice takes precedence. This page reports the record and gives no medical advice.

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1 other product · FDA event 73403

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