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S3 3005 (REF 3005S3EX)Recalls & reported problems

Stryker Corporation · Class 2

Data updated Oct 13, 2026 from official FDA records · Editorial policy

1 open recall names this device. See the recall details and contact the manufacturer or your healthcare provider.

Quick summary

This Stryker S3 hospital bed is an adjustable bed used in healthcare settings. Reports most often describe the bed falling, alarms not sounding, incorrect measurements, and exposed sharp metal edges. The database holds 242 reports, including 2 deaths and 13 injuries, with 227 malfunctions. There is 1 open recall, from May 2021, because beds intended for facilities went to home users, who may not understand the labeling. Reports fell over the last year (7) compared with the year before (16).

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Adverse event reports
242
Deaths reported
2
Injuries reported
13
Recalls naming it
1

Summary

The FDA's MAUDE database contains 242 adverse event reports that list this exact device (DI 07613327278309), received between Mar 23, 2018 and Jul 28, 2026 — classified as 2 deaths, 13 injuries, 227 malfunctions.

The most frequently reported specific device problem is “Electrical /Electronic Property Problem” (43 reports).

1 FDA recall record name this device's identifier, 1 still open.

Reports come from manufacturers, hospitals and patients and are not verified by the FDA. A report does not prove the device caused the event, and counts can't be used to compare devices or estimate failure rates. How this data works · Data updated Oct 13, 2026.

Reports received per month

Nov 2023: 0 reportsDec 2023: 0 reportsJan 2024: 6 reportsFeb 2024: 0 reportsMar 2024: 0 reportsApr 2024: 6 reportsMay 2024: 0 reportsJun 2024: 0 reportsJul 2024: 6 reportsAug 2024: 1 reportsSep 2024: 0 reportsOct 2024: 5 reportsNov 2024: 0 reportsDec 2024: 0 reportsJan 2025: 5 reportsFeb 2025: 0 reportsMar 2025: 1 reportsApr 2025: 7 reportsMay 2025: 0 reportsJun 2025: 0 reportsJul 2025: 0 reportsAug 2025: 0 reportsSep 2025: 0 reportsOct 2025: 3 reportsNov 2025: 0 reportsDec 2025: 0 reportsJan 2026: 3 reportsFeb 2026: 0 reportsMar 2026: 0 reportsApr 2026: 3 reportsMay 2026: 0 reportsJun 2026: 0 reportsJul 2026: 1 reportsAug 2026: 0 reportsSep 2026: 0 reportsOct 2026: 0 reports2024202520267
Last 36 months. The most recent month may be incomplete.

Recalls naming this device

  1. May 12, 2021Open, Classified

    Medical devices intended for use in a healthcare facility were distributed to residential customers and may be in use in a home environment. The product s labeling accurately identifies the correct use environment, but home users may not be aware of or fully understand these instructions intended for healthcare professionals

    Z-2216-2021 · Root cause: Under Investigation by firm · FDA record ↗

Most reported problems

Device problems

  • Electrical /Electronic Property Problem43
  • No Audible Alarm42
  • Incorrect Measurement39
  • Device Fell32
  • Sharp Edges30
  • Unintended System Motion20
  • Positioning Failure13
  • Mechanical Problem8

Patient problems

  • No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions146
  • No Patient Involvement72
  • Fall17
  • Bruise/Contusion3
  • Hip Fracture3
  • No Consequences Or Impact To Patient3
  • Pain3
  • Bone Fracture(s)2

Recent adverse event reports

The 25 most recent of 242 reports, in the reporter's own words as published by the FDA.

  • MalfunctionJul 28, 2026Patient Device Interaction Problem

    Patient problems: Bruise/Contusion

    MAUDE report 50059653 ↗
  • MalfunctionApr 23, 2026Sharp Edges

    THIS RECORD IS A CONSOLIDATION OF RECORDS SUMMARIZED AS A PART OF THE FDA VOLUNTARY MALFUNCTION SUMMARY REPORTING PROGRAM. EVENTS OCCURRED BETWEEN JANUARY 1- MARCH 31, 2026. THIS REPORT SUMMARIZES 6 MALFUNCTION EVENTS(S), WHERE IT WAS REPORTED THE DEVICES EXPERIENCED ACCESSIBLE SHARP EDGES EXPOSED (METAL). NO ADVERSE CONSEQUENCE OR CLINICALLY RELEVANT DELAY IN TREATMENT WAS REPORTED.

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 24966969 ↗
  • MalfunctionApr 23, 2026No Audible Alarm

    THIS RECORD IS A CONSOLIDATION OF RECORDS SUMMARIZED AS A PART OF THE FDA VOLUNTARY MALFUNCTION SUMMARY REPORTING PROGRAM. EVENTS OCCURRED BETWEEN (B)(6) - (B)(6) 2026. THIS REPORT SUMMARIZES 1 MALFUNCTION EVENTS(S), WHERE IT WAS REPORTED THE DEVICES EXPERIENCED CLINICIAN NOT ALERTED/AWARE OF POSSIBLE PATIENT FALL CONDITION. NO ADVERSE CONSEQUENCE OR CLINICALLY RELEVANT DELAY IN TREATMENT WAS REPORTED.

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 24966492 ↗
  • MalfunctionApr 23, 2026Device Fell

    THIS RECORD IS A CONSOLIDATION OF RECORDS SUMMARIZED AS A PART OF THE FDA VOLUNTARY MALFUNCTION SUMMARY REPORTING PROGRAM. EVENTS OCCURRED BETWEEN JANUARY 1- MARCH 31, 2026. THIS REPORT SUMMARIZES 2 MALFUNCTION EVENTS(S), WHERE IT WAS REPORTED THE DEVICES EXPERIENCED FOWLER UNEXPECTED DROP/COLLAPSE OR IV POLE FALLS FROM UPRIGHT POSITION IN AN UNINTENDED DIRECTION. NO ADVERSE CONSEQUENCE OR CLINICALLY RELEVANT DELAY IN TREATMENT WAS REPORTED.

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 24966491 ↗
  • MalfunctionJan 27, 2026Sharp Edges

    THIS RECORD IS A CONSOLIDATION OF RECORDS SUMMARIZED AS A PART OF THE FDA VOLUNTARY MALFUNCTION SUMMARY REPORTING PROGRAM. EVENTS OCCURRED BETWEEN OCTOBER 1-DECEMBER 31, 2025. THIS REPORT SUMMARIZES 4 MALFUNCTION EVENT(S), WHERE IT WAS REPORTED THE DEVICE EXPERIENCED ACCESSIBLE SHARP METAL EDGES. NO ADVERSE CONSEQUENCE OR CLINICALLY RELEVANT DELAY IN TREATMENT WAS REPORTED.

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 24187981 ↗
  • MalfunctionJan 27, 2026No Audible Alarm

    THIS RECORD IS A CONSOLIDATION OF RECORDS SUMMARIZED AS A PART OF THE FDA VOLUNTARY MALFUNCTION SUMMARY REPORTING PROGRAM. EVENTS OCCURRED BETWEEN OCTOBER 1-DECEMBER 31, 2025. THIS REPORT SUMMARIZES 2 MALFUNCTION EVENT(S), WHERE IT WAS REPORTED THE DEVICE EXPERIENCED CLINICIAN NOT ALERTED/AWARE OF POSSIBLE PATIENT FALL. NO ADVERSE CONSEQUENCE OR CLINICALLY RELEVANT DELAY IN TREATMENT WAS REPORTED.

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 24187978 ↗
  • MalfunctionJan 27, 2026Device Fell

    THIS RECORD IS A CONSOLIDATION OF RECORDS SUMMARIZED AS A PART OF THE FDA VOLUNTARY MALFUNCTION SUMMARY REPORTING PROGRAM. EVENTS OCCURRED BETWEEN OCTOBER 1-DECEMBER 31, 2025. THIS REPORT SUMMARIZES 1 MALFUNCTION EVENT(S), WHERE IT WAS REPORTED THE DEVICE EXPERIENCED LITTER/LIFT UNEXPECTED DROP/COLLAPSE. NO ADVERSE CONSEQUENCE OR CLINICALLY RELEVANT DELAY IN TREATMENT WAS REPORTED.

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 24187844 ↗
  • MalfunctionOct 24, 2025Sharp Edges; Sharp Edges

    THIS RECORD IS A CONSOLIDATION OF RECORDS SUMMARIZED AS A PART OF THE FDA VOLUNTARY MALFUNCTION SUMMARY REPORTING PROGRAM. EVENTS OCCURRED BETWEEN JULY 1-SEPTEMBER 30, 2025. THIS REPORT SUMMARIZES 7 MALFUNCTION EVENT(S), WHERE IT WAS REPORTED THE DEVICE EXPERIENCED ACCESSIBLE SHARP EDGES EXPOSED (METAL). NO ADVERSE CONSEQUENCE OR CLINICALLY RELEVANT DELAY IN TREATMENT WAS REPORTED.

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 23383704 ↗
  • MalfunctionOct 24, 2025No Audible Alarm; No Audible Alarm

    THIS RECORD IS A CONSOLIDATION OF RECORDS SUMMARIZED AS A PART OF THE FDA VOLUNTARY MALFUNCTION SUMMARY REPORTING PROGRAM. EVENTS OCCURRED BETWEEN JULY 1-SEPTEMBER 30, 2025. THIS REPORT SUMMARIZES 2 MALFUNCTION EVENTS(S), WHERE IT WAS REPORTED THE DEVICES EXPERIENCED CLINICIAN NOT ALERTED/AWARE OF POSSIBLE PATIENT FALL CONDITION. NO ADVERSE CONSEQUENCE OR CLINICALLY RELEVANT DELAY IN TREATMENT WAS REPORTED.

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 23383700 ↗
  • MalfunctionOct 24, 2025Device Fell; Device Fell

    NO NEW INFORMATION.

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 23383692 ↗
  • MalfunctionApr 28, 2025No Audible Alarm; No Audible Alarm

    THIS REPORT SUMMARIZES 6 MALFUNCTION EVENTS, WHERE IT WAS REPORTED THE DEVICES EXPERIENCED CLINICIAN NOT ALERTED/AWARE OF POSSIBLE PATIENT FALL. THERE WAS 1 EVENT WITH PATIENT INVOLVEMENT WITH A FALL; NO ADVERSE CONSEQUENCE OR CLINICALLY RELEVANT DELAY IN TREATMENT WAS REPORTED.

    Patient problems: Fall; No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 21919632 ↗
  • MalfunctionApr 28, 2025Positioning Failure; Positioning Failure

    THIS REPORT SUMMARIZES 2 MALFUNCTION EVENTS, WHERE IT WAS REPORTED THE DEVICES EXPERIENCED FALSE LATCH OF SIDERAIL. NO ADVERSE CONSEQUENCE OR CLINICALLY RELEVANT DELAY IN TREATMENT WAS REPORTED.

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 21919628 ↗
  • MalfunctionApr 28, 2025Incorrect Measurement; Incorrect Measurement

    THIS REPORT SUMMARIZES 14 MALFUNCTION EVENTS, WHERE IT WAS REPORTED THE DEVICES EXPERIENCED INCORRECT MEASUREMENT. NO ADVERSE CONSEQUENCE OR CLINICALLY RELEVANT DELAY IN TREATMENT WAS REPORTED.

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 21919424 ↗
  • MalfunctionApr 28, 2025Sharp Edges; Sharp Edges

    THIS REPORT SUMMARIZES 5 MALFUNCTION EVENTS, WHERE IT WAS REPORTED THE DEVICES EXPERIENCED ACCESSIBLE SHARP METAL EDGES. NO ADVERSE CONSEQUENCE OR CLINICALLY RELEVANT DELAY IN TREATMENT WAS REPORTED.

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 21919400 ↗
  • MalfunctionApr 28, 2025Grounding Malfunction; Grounding Malfunction

    THIS REPORT SUMMARIZES 1 MALFUNCTION EVENT, WHERE IT WAS REPORTED THE DEVICE EXPERIENCED GROUND PATH COMPROMISED. NO ADVERSE CONSEQUENCE OR CLINICALLY RELEVANT DELAY IN TREATMENT WAS REPORTED.

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 21919396 ↗
  • MalfunctionApr 28, 2025Electrical /Electronic Property Problem; Electrical /Electronic Property Problem

    THIS REPORT SUMMARIZES 23 MALFUNCTION EVENTS, WHERE IT WAS REPORTED THE DEVICES EXPERIENCED ACCESSIBLE AC CURRENT. NO ADVERSE CONSEQUENCE OR CLINICALLY RELEVANT DELAY IN TREATMENT WAS REPORTED.

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 21919393 ↗
  • MalfunctionApr 28, 2025Device Fell; Device Fell

    THIS REPORT SUMMARIZES 4 MALFUNCTION EVENTS, WHERE IT WAS REPORTED THE DEVICES EXPERIENCED FOWLER UNEXPECTED DROP/COLLAPSE OR SIDERAIL UNEXPECTED DROP/COLLAPSE . NO ADVERSE CONSEQUENCE OR CLINICALLY RELEVANT DELAY IN TREATMENT WAS REPORTED.

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 21919390 ↗
  • InjuryMar 19, 2025Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem; Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem

    IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE PATIENT GOT OUT OF BED AND FELL RESULTING IN AN IMPACTED FRACTURE OF THE LEFT FEMORAL NECK. THE BED EXIT DID ALARM AS INTENDED.

    Patient problems: Fall; No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 21646799 ↗
  • MalfunctionJan 30, 2025Device Fell; Device Fell

    THIS REPORT SUMMARIZES 2 MALFUNCTION EVENT(S), WHERE IT WAS REPORTED THE DEVICES EXPERIENCED FOWLER COLLAPSE OR SIDERAIL COLLAPSE. THERE WAS NO PATIENT INVOLVEMENT.

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 21273892 ↗
  • MalfunctionJan 30, 2025No Audible Alarm; No Audible Alarm

    THIS REPORT SUMMARIZES 1 MALFUNCTION EVENT(S), WHERE IT WAS REPORTED THE DEVICES EXPERIENCED A FAILURE TO ALARM. IT WAS REPORTED THAT A PATIENT FELL AS A RESULT OF THE FAILURE TO ALARM.

    Patient problems: Fall

    MAUDE report 21273889 ↗
  • MalfunctionJan 27, 2025Electrical /Electronic Property Problem; Electrical /Electronic Property Problem

    THIS REPORT NOW SUMMARIZES 25 MALFUNCTION EVENTS, INSTEAD OF 26.

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 21246126 ↗
  • MalfunctionJan 27, 2025Incorrect Measurement; Incorrect Measurement

    THIS REPORT SUMMARIZES 9 MALFUNCTION EVENT(S), WHERE IT WAS REPORTED THE DEVICE EXPERIENCED INACCURATE SCALE READINGS. THERE WAS NO PATIENT INVOLVEMENT.

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 21246124 ↗
  • MalfunctionJan 27, 2025Sharp Edges; Sharp Edges

    THIS REPORT SUMMARIZES 2 MALFUNCTION EVENT(S), WHERE IT WAS REPORTED THE DEVICE EXPERIENCED ACCESSIBLE SHARP METAL EDGES. THERE WAS NO PATIENT INVOLVEMENT.

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 21246122 ↗
  • MalfunctionOct 29, 2024Incorrect Measurement; Incorrect Measurement

    THIS REPORT SUMMARIZES 8 MALFUNCTION EVENTS, WHERE IT WAS REPORTED THE DEVICES EXPERIENCED INCORRECT MEASUREMENT. THERE WAS NO PATIENT INVOLVEMENT.

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 20556185 ↗
  • MalfunctionOct 28, 2024Device Fell; Device Fell

    THIS REPORT SUMMARIZES 2 MALFUNCTION EVENTS, WHERE IT WAS REPORTED THE DEVICES EXPERIENCED FOWLER UNEXPECTED DROP/COLLAPSE. THERE WAS NO PATIENT INVOLVEMENT.

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 20549984 ↗

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