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588 recalls were announced in November 2013.
Of the 588 recalls this month scored against our rubric, 2% are Critical, 18% are Severe.
Which agencies issued them
North American Bus Industries is recalling 2013 31LFW and 40LFW transit buses because excessive paint on steel wheels may cause lug nuts to loosen, potentially leading to wheel detachment.
Airtex is recalling specific aftermarket fuel pumps for Subaru vehicles that may leak fuel when the tank is full, increasing fire risk.
Daimler Trucks North America is recalling 2,564 model year 2008-2009 Sterling Bullet trucks because the left outer tie rod ball stud may fracture, potentially causing loss of steering control.
Nissan is recalling 2013 NV200 vehicles because the steering column may not have been reassembled correctly after inspection, which could lead to a loss of steering.
Volvo is recalling 5,486 model year 2014 trucks because seat belt buckles may fail to release, hindering emergency egress.
Daimler Trucks North America is recalling 2013-2015 Thomas Built school buses because seat belt buckles may fail to release, hindering emergency egress.
Mack Trucks is recalling 2014 CXU and MRU trucks because seat belt buckles may fail to release, potentially hindering emergency egress.
Daimler Trucks North America is recalling 26,310 model year 2014 Freightliner and Western Star trucks because seat belt buckles may fail to release properly, hindering emergency egress.
E-One is recalling 2013 Quest, Cyclone II, and Typhoon fire fighting vehicles because seat belt buckles may fail to release, hindering emergency egress.
Prevost is recalling 2014 H3-45 coaches because seat belt buckles may fail to release fully, potentially hindering emergency egress.
Medtronic Vascular is recalling specific Cougar Nitinol Workhorse Guidewires because the PTFE coating may delaminate and detach from the device.
Terri Lynn Inc. is recalling Deluxe Mixed Nuts labeled 'No Peanuts' because the bags contain undeclared peanuts.
World Class Distribution is recalling Trader Joe's Southwest Salad with Use by Date 11/2/13 due to undeclared soy.
Ergosafe Products LLC is recalling 97 Medcare Max-500 patient stands because the lift might fail with the labeled 500-lb load rating.
ProThera, Inc. is recalling Pro Thera Dual Detox Dietary Supplement because the enzyme Xylanase ingredient was found to be contaminated with chloramphenicol.
Sunny Pine Farm is voluntarily recalling Organic Black Pepper Garlic Chevre due to possible improper pasteurization. The product was sold in Washington state.
Teva Pharmaceuticals is recalling 6,803 cartons of Copaxone pre-filled syringes because a foreign particle was found in one unit.
Terri Lynn Inc. is recalling Deluxe Mixed Nuts with Macadamia because the bags contain undeclared peanuts, posing a risk to people with peanut allergies.
Candela Corporation is recalling 1,258 GentleLase Pro laser surgical instruments because they may emit an unintended single pulse before the trigger is pressed, posing an injury risk.
Bio-Cat Inc is recalling bulk xylanase enzyme blends intended for food and dietary supplement manufacturing due to potential chloramphenicol contamination.
Affirm XL is recalling its nutritional supplement because FDA analysis found it contains sulfoaildenafil, an unapproved analogue of sildenafil.
Greenstone LLC is recalling 4,848 bottles of Spironolactone 50 mg tablets because the manufacturing site change resulted in an unapproved dissolution profile.
Spacelabs Healthcare is recalling CAS I/II Absorbers for Blease anesthesia workstations because the Bag-to-Vent switch may fail due to loose hardware.
Medtronic Vascular is recalling ProVia Crossing Guidewires because the PTFE coating may delaminate and detach from the device.
Bio-Cat Inc is recalling bulk pectinase enzyme blends intended for food and dietary supplement manufacturing because they may be contaminated with chloramphenicol.
Medtronic Vascular is recalling Zinger Steerable Guidewires because the PTFE coating may delaminate and detach from the device.
ProThera, Inc. is recalling Lifeforce Medical Institute Ultra Power dietary supplements because the enzyme Xylanase ingredient was found to be contaminated with chloramphenicol.
Ossur North America Inc is voluntarily recalling 66 units of the A-642100 Fixed Offset Adapter because the component can develop fatigue cracks and separate completely during normal use.
Hospira Inc. is recalling 251,400 vials of Metoclopramide Injection because glass spicules were found during a site inspection.
Hospira Inc. is recalling 681,400 vials of Ondansetron Injection because glass spicules were found during a site inspection.
Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics is recalling Slide Dispense cartridges used with VITROS Chemistry Product Slides due to slide dispense issues.
Medtronic Vascular is recalling 20 units of Cougar Steerable Guidewires because the PTFE coating may delaminate and detach.
Stryker Sustainability Solutions is recalling 46 reprocessed diagnostic electrophysiology catheters and cables due to a potential sterility breach in the package seal.
Hospira is recalling GemStar infusion pumps because pressure sensor calibration drift may cause the device to fail occlusion tests or report false errors.
Medtronic Vascular is recalling 1,205 Thunder Steerable Guidewires because the PTFE coating may delaminate and detach from the device.
American Beverage Corp. is recalling Big Burst Orange Drink in 16 oz PET bottles because the nozzle cap may dislodge and be ingested.
Stryker Spine is recalling XIA and Mantis Redux torque wrenches because the hex tips may fracture during final tightening.
GE Healthcare is recalling Centricity Laboratory System software versions 3.3, 4.0, and 4.1 because panel reflexing may fail under specific conditions.
Synthes USA HQ, Inc. is recalling 374 Soft Tissue Retractors because the locking screw nut may break if overtightened.
Krispak Inc. is voluntarily recalling one lot of Good Sense Spicy Sweet Mix because it was mislabeled, resulting in undeclared almond and cashew allergens.
Biomet, Inc. is recalling 25 units of Juggerknotless Drill Bits because the design may make it difficult to insert the suture anchor into the bone.
American Beverage Corp. is recalling Big Burst Fruit Punch Drink because the sports cap nozzle may dislodge and be ingested, posing a health hazard.
American Beverage Corp. is recalling Big Hug Fruit Barrel Grape bottles due to a potential choking hazard from dislodged nozzle cap parts.
Spacelabs Healthcare is recalling 54 qube Compact Patient Monitors because an incorrect microcontroller may prevent the device from powering on.
American Beverage Corp. is recalling Big Hug Lemon Lime Fruit Drink bottles due to a risk that nozzle cap parts could be ingested after excessive chewing.
Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics is recalling VITROS Chemistry CK Slides due to slide dispense issues. The recall affects 86,503 units distributed worldwide.
Aesculap is recalling 30 Arcadius XP L Trial Insertion Instruments because a weak weld may cause the device to disassemble during use.
American Beverage Corp is recalling Guzzler Alpine Freeze bottles because the sports cap nozzle may dislodge if chewed, posing a choking or ingestion risk.
Medtronic Vascular is recalling Zinger Stainless Steel Workhorse Guidewires because the PTFE coating may delaminate and detach.
Stryker is recalling Model FL14E Rose Beds because siderails may appear latched when they are not, posing a risk of patient injury.
American Beverage Corp is recalling Guzzler Citrus Punch because a part of the nozzle cap may dislodge and be ingested.
American Beverage Corp is recalling Guzzler Kiwi-Strawberry beverages because a part of the nozzle cap may dislodge and be ingested.
Biomet Spine is recalling 7,092 Polaris Translation Screws because the screw head may separate from the shaft. The recall covers nationwide distribution including Puerto Rico.
Medtronic Vascular is recalling 1,674 Attain Hybrid Guide Wires because the PTFE coating may delaminate and detach from the device.
Olympus America Inc. is recalling 263 Endoscopic Flushing Pumps because the pump head may not be locked, potentially causing the device to stop and enter power stand-by mode during procedures.
Ghiringhelli Specialty Foods is recalling Trader Joe's Caesar Salads due to undeclared soy, fish, and wheat allergens.
American Beverage Corp. is recalling Big Burst Grape Drink because a part of the nozzle cap could become dislodged and ingested, posing a health hazard.
Kerry Foods is recalling Idahoan Steakhouse Parmesan topping because it was produced on equipment that processed a product testing positive for Salmonella.
Sunny Pine Farm is voluntarily recalling Organic Parsley Chive Chevre due to possible improper pasteurization. The product was sold in Washington state.
American Beverage Corp is recalling Big Hug Lemonade Fruit Drink because a part of the nozzle cap could become dislodged and ingested, posing a health hazard.
American Beverage Corp is recalling Big Juicy Grape Drink because the sports cap nozzle may dislodge and be ingested. The firm does not anticipate finding impacted product in the market.
American Beverage Corp. is recalling Big Hug Fruit Barrel Citrus bottles due to a potential choking hazard from dislodged nozzle cap parts.
GE Healthcare is recalling 710 Vivid E9 ultrasound systems worldwide due to a software defect that can cause the system to slow down and lock up during critical procedures.
American Beverage Corp. is recalling Big Hug Fruit Barrel Kiwi Strawberry bottles due to a potential choking hazard from dislodged nozzle cap parts.
New Algae Company is recalling EDGE dietary supplement packets because the label fails to declare shark cartilage. The product was distributed nationwide.
American Beverage Corp is recalling Big Juicy Blue Raspberry Drink bottles due to a potential nozzle cap dislodgement hazard. The firm anticipates finding no impacted product in the market.
American Beverage Corp. is recalling Big Burst Lemon Lime Drink bottles due to a potential choking hazard from dislodged nozzle cap parts.
Carl Zeiss Meditec is recalling 1,201 IOLMaster 500 devices because an incorrect database value for the AMO Sensar AR40E lens could lead to the implantation of lenses with the wrong diopter.
American Beverage Corp. is recalling Big Burst Citrus Punch Drink bottles due to a potential choking hazard from the sports cap nozzle.
American Beverage Corp is recalling Guzzler Island Punch 20 fl. oz. bottles because a part of the nozzle cap may dislodge and be ingested.
American Beverage Corp. is recalling Big Hug Fruit Barrel Fruit Punch because the sports cap may dislodge and be ingested.
American Beverage Corp is recalling Guzzler Iced Tea due to a potential risk that a part of the sports cap could be ingested after excessive chewing.
Ergosafe Products LLC is recalling 233 Medcare Max-500 patient stands because the lift mechanism might fail under the labeled 500-lb load rating.
American Beverage Corp. is recalling Big Burst Blue Raspberry Drink because the sports cap nozzle may dislodge and be ingested if chewed excessively.
Hospira is recalling 43,840 GemStar infusion pumps worldwide because pressure sensor calibration drift may cause the device to fail occlusion tests or issue false alarms.
American Beverage Corp is recalling Big Juicy Orange Drink in 10 oz plastic bottles because the nozzle cap may dislodge if chewed, posing a health hazard.
American Beverage Corp is recalling Guzzler Orchard Chill bottles because the nozzle cap may dislodge if chewed, posing a choking or ingestion risk.
Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics is recalling ADVIA 1650 system software due to incorrect ration parameter flagging behavior.
Sunny Pine Farm is voluntarily recalling Organic Chevre sold in Washington due to possible improper pasteurization.
Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics is recalling ADVIA 1200 System Software versions 2.00 and 2.01 due to incorrect ration parameter flagging behavior.
GE Healthcare is recalling four models of nuclear medicine and CT imaging systems because the detector may contact a patient's elbow during specific SPECT scans.
Philips is recalling nine Brilliance iCT CT scanners because the footrest extension can contact the gantry or user during operation.
Trumpf Medical Systems is recalling 15 TruSystem Surgical Table Leg Section One Part Light components because the coupler point may detach from the frame.
New Algae Company is recalling Flex dietary supplement bottles because the label fails to declare shark cartilage, a potential allergen.
Sunny Pine Farm is voluntarily recalling Organic Honey Lavender Chevre due to possible improper pasteurization. The product was sold in Washington state.
American Beverage Corp. is recalling Big Hug Fruit Barrel Orange bottles due to a potential risk of nozzle cap parts becoming dislodged and ingested.
American Beverage Corp. is recalling Big Hug Fruit Barrel Blue Raspberry bottles due to a potential choking hazard from the sports cap.
American Beverage Corp is recalling Guzzler Concord Grape beverages because a part of the nozzle cap may dislodge and be ingested.
American Beverage Corp is recalling Guzzler Lemonade 20 fl. oz. bottles due to a risk that nozzle cap parts may dislodge and be ingested.
Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics is recalling ADVIA 1800 System Software V2.01 due to ration parameters flagging behavior issues.
Carl Zeiss Meditec is recalling 4,907 IOLMaster devices because an incorrect lens constant in the internal database could lead to the implantation of intraocular lenses with the wrong power.
Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics is recalling VITROS Chemistry Product Slide Dispense cartridges due to slide dispense issues.
Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics is recalling VITROS Chemistry Slide Dispense cartridges due to slide dispense issues. The recall affects 81,382 units distributed worldwide.
Siemens is recalling Chemistry Calibrators for the Direct Bilirubin Assay because reassigned System Specific Values may cause an average shift in results.
Salter Labs is recalling specific lots of 15-foot CO2 sample lines because they may contain 30-foot tubes instead.
Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics is recalling VITROS ALKP Slides because of slide dispense issues. The recall affects 183,267 units distributed worldwide.
Restoration Robotics is recalling Epsilon Skin Tensioner devices because stainless steel pins may have discoloration from insufficient cleaning during passivation.
Ivoclar Vivadent is recalling ExciTE F DSC Dental Adhesive because it produces blue-green discoloration when used with cements.
L. Perrigo is recalling 108,828 bottles of infants' acetaminophen because some cartons may contain dosing syringes without dose markings.
Restoration Robotics is recalling sterile disposable kits used in hair restoration because skin tensioner pins have discoloration from insufficient cleaning.
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