LUCAS CHEST COMPRESSION SYSTEMRecalls & reported problems across all models

We found 3 models of LUCAS CHEST COMPRESSION SYSTEM by Jolife AB in the FDA's device registry (GUDID). Together they are named in 54 adverse event reports in the FDA's MAUDE database, received between Mar 2, 2019 and Sep 28, 2026 — classified as 7 deaths, 10 injuries, 37 malfunctions.

The most frequently reported specific device problem is “Electrical /Electronic Property Problem” (25 reports).

2 FDA recall records name at least one of these models by its device identifier, 2 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. Widely used products collect more reports, so totals can't be used to compare products or estimate failure rates. Only reports that name a model's exact device identifier are counted. What reports can and can't tell you · How this data works

LUCAS CHEST COMPRESSION SYSTEM recalls

FDA recall records that name at least one of these models by its device identifier, newest first. Each recall usually covers specific models or lots, so check the details.

1. Apr 13, 2026Open, Classified

   Due to a subset of chest compression systems/devices where the service performed on the systems were not appropriately documented (The documents for the service performed to justify the passing results were not include in the service records).

   Z-2161-2026 · Root cause: Under Investigation by firm · names 2 of these models · Recall details · FDA record ↗

2. May 21, 2025Open, Classified

   Due to demonstration units of chest compression system being provided to a customer which may potentially be utilized for clinical use.

   Z-1998-2025 · Root cause: Employee error · names 2 of these models · Recall details · FDA record ↗

Most reported LUCAS CHEST COMPRESSION SYSTEM problems

LUCAS CHEST COMPRESSION SYSTEM models

3 models, most reported first. Each model has its own page with its reports, recalls and device details.

• LUCAS™ Chest Compression System 99576

  COMPRESSOR, CARDIAC, EXTERNAL
  2 recalls7 deaths36 reports
• LUCAS™ CHEST COMPRESSION SYSTEM 99576

  Compressor, cardiac, external
  2 recalls15 reports
• LUCAS CHEST COMPRESSION SYSTEM 11576

  Compressor, cardiac, external
  3 reports

Recent LUCAS CHEST COMPRESSION SYSTEM adverse event reports

The 15 most recent reports across all models, in the reporter's own words as published by the FDA.

• MalfunctionSep 28, 2026Electrical /Electronic Property Problem

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 50916254 ↗
• MalfunctionSep 22, 2026Electrical /Electronic Property Problem

  The customer contacted Stryker to report that their device alarmed and stopped. In this state the device would not be able to provide compressions. If a device does malfunction, the device operating instructions indicate that the user is to perform manual chest compressions. There was no patient involvement reported with the event.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 50852444 ↗
• MalfunctionAug 7, 2026Electrical /Electronic Property Problem

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 50170810 ↗
• MalfunctionMar 18, 2026Electrical /Electronic Property Problem

  THE CUSTOMER CONTACTED STRYKER TO REPORT THAT THEIR DEVICE IS NOT PERFORMING COMPRESSIONS. AS A RESULT, THE DEVICE MAY BE UNABLE TO PERFORM AUTOMATIC CPR ON A PATIENT, IF NEEDED. THERE WAS NO REPORT OF PATIENT USE ASSOCIATED WITH THE REPORTED EVENT.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 24631948 ↗
• MalfunctionMar 10, 2026Electrical /Electronic Property Problem

  THE CUSTOMER CONTACTED STRYKER TO REPORT THAT THEIR DEVICE ALARMED AND PAUSED DURING INTERVENTION ON A PATIENT. IN THIS STATE THE DEVICE WOULD NOT BE ABLE TO PERFORM AUTOMATED CHEST COMPRESSIONS. IF A DEVICE MALFUNCTIONS, THE DEVICE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS INDICATE THAT THE USER IS TO REMOVE THE DEVICE AND IMMEDIATELY START MANUAL CHEST COMPRESSIONS. THERE WAS NO ADVERSE EVENT.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 24556188 ↗
• MalfunctionMar 5, 2026Electrical /Electronic Property Problem

  THE CUSTOMER CONTACTED STRYKER TO REPORT THAT THEIR DEVICE ALARMED AND PAUSED. IN THIS STATE THE DEVICE WOULD NOT BE ABLE TO PERFORM AUTOMATED CHEST COMPRESSIONS. IF A DEVICE MALFUNCTIONS, THE DEVICE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS INDICATE THAT THE USER IS TO REMOVE THE DEVICE AND IMMEDIATELY START MANUAL CHEST COMPRESSIONS. THERE WAS NO PATIENT INVOLVEMENT REPORTED WITH THE EVENT.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 24518317 ↗
• MalfunctionMar 2, 2026Electrical /Electronic Property Problem

  THE CUSTOMER CONTACTED STRYKER TO REPORT THAT THEIR DEVICE STOPPED COMPRESSIONS AND ALARMED. IN THIS STATE, A DELAY IN CARDIOPULMONARY RESUSCITATION MAY OCCUR. IF A DEVICE MALFUNCTIONS, THE DEVICE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS INDICATE THAT THE USER IS TO REMOVE THE DEVICE AND IMMEDIATELY START MANUAL CHEST COMPRESSIONS. THERE WAS NO HARM TO THE PATIENT AS A RESULT OF THE REPORTED EVENT.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 24478454 ↗
• MalfunctionFeb 25, 2026Electrical /Electronic Property Problem

  THE CUSTOMER CONTACTED STRYKER TO REPORT THAT THEIR DEVICE WOULD NO LONGER PERFORM COMPRESSIONS. IF A DEVICE MALFUNCTIONS, THE DEVICE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS INDICATE THAT THE USER IS TO REMOVE THE DEVICE, AND IMMEDIATELY START MANUAL CHEST COMPRESSIONS. THERE WAS NO REPORT OF PATIENT USE ASSOCIATED WITH THE REPORTED EVENT.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 24442525 ↗
• MalfunctionFeb 19, 2026Detachment of Device or Device Component

  THE CUSTOMER CONTACTED STRYKER TO REPORT THAT THEIR DEVICE'S SUPPORT ARM WAS BROKEN AND WOULD NOT STAY LOCKED INTO THE BACK PLATE. AS A RESULT, THE DEVICE MAY BE UNABLE TO PROVIDED AUTOMATIC CPR TO A PATIENT, IF NEEDED. THERE WAS NO REPORT OF PATIENT USE ASSOCIATED WITH THE REPORTED EVENT.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 24386080 ↗
• MalfunctionFeb 10, 2026Electrical /Electronic Property Problem

  THE CUSTOMER CONTACTED STRYKER TO REPORT THAT THEIR DEVICE ALARMED AND PAUSED. THIS STATE THE DEVICE WOULD NOT BE ABLE TO PERFORM AUTOMATED CHEST COMPRESSIONS. IF A DEVICE MALFUNCTIONS, THE DEVICE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS INDICATE THAT THE USER IS TO REMOVE THE DEVICE AND IMMEDIATELY START MANUAL CHEST COMPRESSIONS. THERE WAS NO PATIENT INVOLVEMENT REPORTED WITH THE EVENT.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 24305433 ↗
• MalfunctionFeb 9, 2026Mechanical Jam

  THE CUSTOMER CONTACTED STRYKER TO REPORT THAT THEIR DEVICE IS ONLY WORKING INTERMITTENTLY. IN THIS STATE, A DELAY IN CARDIOPULMONARY RESUSCITATION MAY OCCUR. IF A DEVICE MALFUNCTIONS, THE DEVICE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS INDICATE THAT THE USER IS TO REMOVE THE DEVICE AND IMMEDIATELY START MANUAL CHEST COMPRESSIONS. THERE WAS NO PATIENT INVOLVEMENT REPORTED WITH THE EVENT.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 24299916 ↗
• MalfunctionFeb 5, 2026Electrical /Electronic Property Problem

  A CUSTOMER CONTACTED STRYKER TO REPORT THAT THEIR DEVICE WAS ALARMED AND PAUSED. IN THIS STATE THE DEVICE WOULD NOT BE ABLE TO PROVIDE COMPRESSIONS. IF A DEVICE DOES MALFUNCTION, THE DEVICE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS INDICATE THAT THE USER IS TO PERFORM MANUAL CHEST COMPRESSIONS. THERE WAS NO PATIENT USE ASSOCIATED WITH THIS EVENT.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 24273088 ↗
• MalfunctionFeb 4, 2026Electrical /Electronic Property Problem

  THE CUSTOMER CONTACTED STRYKER TO REPORT THAT THEIR DEVICE ALARMED AND PAUSED. IN THIS STATE, A DELAY IN CARDIOPULMONARY RESUSCITATION MAY OCCUR. IF A DEVICE MALFUNCTIONS, THE DEVICE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS INDICATE THAT THE USER IS TO REMOVE THE DEVICE AND IMMEDIATELY START MANUAL CHEST COMPRESSIONS. THERE WAS NO REPORT OF PATIENT HARM ASSOCIATED WITH THE REPORTED EVENT.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 24256245 ↗
• MalfunctionFeb 3, 2026Electrical /Electronic Property Problem

  THE CUSTOMER CONTACTED STRYKER TO REPORT THAT THEIR DEVICE WOULD NOT PROVIDE AUTOMATIC CHEST COMPRESSIONS. IN THIS STATE THE DEVICE WOULD NOT BE ABLE TO PERFORM AUTOMATED CHEST COMPRESSIONS, IF NEEDED. IF A DEVICE MALFUNCTIONS, THE DEVICE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS INDICATE THAT THE USER IS TO REMOVE THE DEVICE AND IMMEDIATELY START MANUAL CHEST COMPRESSIONS. THIS ISSUE IS PATIENT RELATED; HOWEVER THERE WAS NO ADVERSE EVENT REPORTED.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 24246936 ↗
• MalfunctionFeb 2, 2026Mechanical Jam

  THE CUSTOMER CONTACTED STRYKER TO REPORT THAT THEIR DEVICE STOPPED COMPRESSION DURING AN INTERVENTION. IN THIS STATE THE DEVICE WOULD NOT BE ABLE TO PERFORM AUTOMATED CHEST COMPRESSIONS, IF NEEDED. IF A DEVICE MALFUNCTIONS, THE DEVICE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS INDICATE THAT THE USER IS TO REMOVE THE DEVICE AND IMMEDIATELY START MANUAL CHEST COMPRESSIONS. THERE WAS NO HARM TO THE PATIENT AS A RESULT OF THE REPORTED EVENT.

  Patient problems: Cardiac Arrest; No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 24242393 ↗