Performance-LOADRecalls & reported problems across all models

We found 4 models of Performance-LOAD by Stryker Corporation in the FDA's device registry (GUDID). Together they are named in 19 adverse event reports in the FDA's MAUDE database, received between Apr 6, 2018 and Apr 23, 2026 — classified as 19 malfunctions.

The most frequently reported specific device problem is “Device Dislodged or Dislocated” (7 reports).

1 FDA recall record name at least one of these models by its device identifier.

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

Performance-LOAD 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. Nov 8, 2016Terminated

   Stryker Medical initiated a voluntary recall of Stryker Performance-LOAD Cot Fasteners due to complaints that fastening system may not have been securely fastened or had an inability to fasten into the Performance-LOAD and bounced back during loading which could cause injury to consumers.

   Z-0739-2017 · Root cause: Under Investigation by firm · names 4 of these models · Recall details · FDA record ↗

Most reported Performance-LOAD problems

Performance-LOAD models

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

• Performance-LOAD 6392

  STRETCHER, WHEELED
  1 recall6 reports
• Performance-LOAD 6392

  STRETCHER, WHEELED
  1 recall5 reports
• Performance-LOAD 6392

  STRETCHER, WHEELED
  1 recall4 reports
• Performance-LOAD 6392

  STRETCHER, WHEELED
  1 recall4 reports

Recent Performance-LOAD adverse event reports

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

• 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 1 MALFUNCTION EVENTS(S), WHERE IT WAS REPORTED THE DEVICES EXPERIENCED FASTENER NO LONGER FACILITATES PROPER COT OPERATIONS DURING LOADING/UNLOADING. NO ADVERSE CONSEQUENCE OR CLINICALLY RELEVANT DELAY IN TREATMENT WAS REPORTED.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 24967392 ↗
• MalfunctionApr 28, 2025Device Fell; Device Fell

  THIS REPORT SUMMARIZES 1 MALFUNCTION EVENT, WHERE IT WAS REPORTED THE DEVICE EXPERIENCED FASTENER NO LONGER FACILITATES PROPER COT OPERATIONS DURING LOADING/UNLOADING. NO ADVERSE CONSEQUENCE OR CLINICALLY RELEVANT DELAY IN TREATMENT WAS REPORTED.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 21921709 ↗
• MalfunctionJan 28, 2025Device Dislodged or Dislocated; Device Dislodged or Dislocated

  THIS REPORT SUMMARIZES 2 MALFUNCTION EVENT(S), WHERE IT WAS REPORTED THE DEVICES EXPERIENCED THE COT UNEXPECTEDLY DISENGAGING FROM THE FASTENER DURING USE. THERE WAS NO PATIENT INVOLVEMENT.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 21258266 ↗
• MalfunctionOct 29, 2024Device Fell; Device Fell

  THIS REPORT SUMMARIZES 1 MALFUNCTION EVENT, WHERE IT WAS REPORTED THE DEVICE EXPERIENCED FASTENER NO LONGER FACILITATES PROPER COT OPERATIONS DURING LOADING/UNLOADING. THERE WAS NO PATIENT INVOLVEMENT.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 20556610 ↗
• MalfunctionJul 26, 2024Device Dislodged or Dislocated; Device Dislodged or Dislocated

  THIS REPORT SUMMARIZES 1 MALFUNCTION EVENT, WHERE IT WAS REPORTED THE DEVICE EXPERIENCED FASTENER UNEXPECTEDLY DISENGAGES. THERE WAS NO PATIENT INVOLVEMENT.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 19843811 ↗
• MalfunctionApr 23, 2024Sharp Edges; Sharp Edges

  THIS REPORT SUMMARIZES 1 MALFUNCTION EVENT, 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 19163289 ↗
• MalfunctionApr 10, 2024Device Fell; Device Fell

  IT WAS REPORTED THAT DAMAGED COMPONENTS ON THE PERFORMANCE LOAD CAUSED THE COT TO TIP DURING UNLOADING (FASTENER NO LONGER FACILITATES PROPER COT OPERATIONS DURING LOADING/UNLOADING). THERE WAS A PATIENT ON THE COT AT THE TIME AND THEY WERE TRANSPORTED TO HOSPITAL TO BE EVALUATED FOR NON-SPECIFIED INJURIES. NO ADVERSE CONSEQUENCE WAS ALLEGED TO HAVE OCCURRED TO THE STAFF UNLOADING THE COT AT THE TIME OF THE INCIDENT.

  Patient problems: Insufficient Information

  MAUDE report 19082317 ↗
• MalfunctionOct 30, 2023Insufficient Cooling; Insufficient Cooling

  IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE PATIENT WAS NOT COOLING. THE PATIENT TEMPERATURE IS 39 °C WITH A TARGET TEMPERATURE OF 33 °C, WATER TEMPERATURE IS 33 °C SET TO MANUAL MODE.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 18031126 ↗
• MalfunctionOct 24, 2023Device Fell; Device Fell

  THIS REPORT SUMMARIZES 1 MALFUNCTION EVENT, WHERE IT WAS REPORTED THE DEVICE EXPERIENCED FASTENER NO LONGER FACILITATES PROPER COT OPERATIONS DURING LOADING/UNLOADING. THERE WAS NO PATIENT INVOLVEMENT.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 17999204 ↗
• MalfunctionOct 25, 2021Device Dislodged or Dislocated; Device Dislodged or Dislocated

  THIS REPORT SUMMARIZES 1 MALFUNCTION EVENT, WHERE IT WAS REPORTED THE DEVICE EXPERIENCED THE FASTENER UNEXPECTEDLY DISENGAGES. THERE WAS PATIENT INVOLVEMENT; NO ADVERSE CONSEQUENCES WERE REPORTED.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 12693517 ↗
• MalfunctionJul 27, 2021Sharp Edges; Sharp Edges

  THIS REPORT SUMMARIZES 1 MALFUNCTION EVENT, WHERE IT WAS REPORTED THE DEVICE EXPERIENCED SHARP METAL EDGES. THERE WAS NO PATIENT INVOLVEMENT.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 12233887 ↗
• MalfunctionJul 27, 2021Device Dislodged or Dislocated; Device Dislodged or Dislocated

  THIS REPORT SUMMARIZES 1 MALFUNCTION EVENT, WHERE IT WAS REPORTED THE DEVICE EXPERIENCED DISENGAGEMENT OF THE FASTENER. THERE WAS PATIENT INVOLVEMENT; NO ADVERSE CONSEQUENCES WERE REPORTED.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 12233828 ↗
• MalfunctionFeb 15, 2021Device Dislodged or Dislocated; Device Dislodged or Dislocated

  IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE COT CAME OUT OF THE FASTENER WHILE DRIVING. THE PATIENT WAS NOT ADVERSELY AFFECTED AND NO CLINICALLY RELEVANT DELAY IN TREATMENT WAS REPORTED.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 11329852 ↗
• MalfunctionJan 27, 2021Difficult or Delayed Positioning; Difficult or Delayed Positioning

  THIS REPORT SUMMARIZES 1 MALFUNCTION EVENT, WHERE IT WAS REPORTED THE FASTENER NO LONGER FACILITATES PROPER COT OPERATIONS. THERE WAS NO PATIENT INVOLVEMENT.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 11238342 ↗
• MalfunctionOct 28, 2020Device Dislodged or Dislocated; Device Dislodged or Dislocated

  THIS REPORT SUMMARIZES 1 MALFUNCTION EVENT, WHERE IT WAS REPORTED THE COT FASTENER UNEXPECTEDLY DISENGAGED/FALSELY ENGAGED.  THE PARAMEDIC WAS INJURED AS A RESULT OF THE EVENT, AND EXPERIENCED PAIN. THERE WERE NO ADVERSE CONSEQUENCES REPORTED REGARDING THE PATIENT.

  Patient problems: Pain

  MAUDE report 10747648 ↗

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