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399 recalls were announced in April 2013.
Of the 399 recalls this month scored against our rubric, 5% are Critical, 17% are Severe.
Which agencies issued them
Abbott Diagnostics is recalling Clinical Chemistry Phenobarbital reagent lots due to imprecision issues that increase with the age of the reagent.
Synvasive Technology is recalling 100 kits of Oxford Partial Knee Resection Procedure 3 Packs because they contained the incorrect surgical blade.
Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics is recalling ADVIA Centaur Vitamin D Assay kits due to negative bias in patient samples.
Bacterin International is recalling 165 units of OsteoSelect DBM Putty because the firm's retesting procedure was not validated.
Intuitive Surgical is recalling IS2000 user manuals for the da Vinci S system to provide revised instructions on sterile adapter engagement and instrument installation.
Alere San Diego is recalling 38,571 ALT AST test cassettes because humidity changes may impact test results.
Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics is recalling VITROS 5,1 FS Chemistry Systems because extension springs may be out of specification, potentially causing imprecise test results.
Synvasive Technology is recalling 3,442 reciprocating saw blades due to incorrect labeling regarding blade type, expiration dates, and compatible power systems.
Integra LifeSciences Corp. is recalling XKnife software versions 5.0.1 and 5.0.2 due to a software error that may occur when transmitting beam plans.
Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics is recalling ADVIA Centaur Vitamin D Calibrators due to negative bias in patient samples.
Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics is recalling ADVIA Centaur Vitamin D Calibrators due to negative bias in patient samples.
Two Chefs On A Roll is recalling Trader Joe's Mediterranean Hummus Snack Packs because they may contain small pieces of food-grade equipment material.
DPI Specialty Foods is recalling Cypress Grove Humboldt Fog Goat Cheese because it was labeled as containing cultured raw cow's milk instead of pasteurized goat milk.
Two Chefs On A Roll is recalling Trader Joe's Hummus Dip because it may contain small pieces of food grade equipment.
Pfizer is recalling Levoxyl (levothyroxine sodium) tablets because they emit a strong odor after the package is opened.
Actavis South Atlantic LLC is recalling 555,672 bottles of buPROPion Hydrochloride Extended-Release Tablets (XL) 300 mg because they failed USP dissolution test requirements.
Instrumentation Industries is recalling specific manual jet ventilators and accessories to replace previously distributed Directions for Use with updated versions.
Alere San Diego is recalling 78 kits of the Clearview Mononucleosis Cassette because the positive control may produce false negative results.
Lupin Pharmaceuticals is recalling Suprax (cefixime) oral suspension bottles because the product may not meet color specifications after reconstitution.
West Elm is recalling about 900 Industrial Overarching floor lamps because joint failures can cause the lamp to collapse or the cord to spark, posing injury and shock risks.
C. E. White is recalling specific school bus flip seats installed between 2005 and 2013 because the lower frame gap can pinch the toes or feet of passengers in rearward seats.
Keystone RV Company is recalling 2013-2014 recreational trailers because a damaged awning motor may cause the awning to unfurl unexpectedly, increasing the risk of injury or a crash.
Triple E Recreational Vehicles is recalling 410 model year 2012-2013 Libero, Regency GT, and Unity units because the license plate light does not adequately illuminate the plate at night.
Volvo is recalling 2011-2013 VHD and VNL trucks because a parking brake defect may cause overheating and fire.
Mack Trucks is recalling 2011-2013 Pinnacle CXU trucks because a parking brake leak may cause overheating and fire.
BMW is recalling 2013 R1200 GS motorcycles because a front fork locking bolt may be under-torqued, potentially loosening and hindering rider control.
Dometic is recalling specific motor-powered awnings and service kits because improper installation can damage the motor, causing the awning to unfurl unexpectedly and increase the risk of injury or a crash.
Forest River is recalling 173 model year 2013 Shasta Revere trailers because incorrect tire load and pressure information on labels may lead to overinflation and sudden tire failure.
Prevost is recalling specific coach buses because emergency window decals omit a required step to open the windows, potentially increasing injury risk in a crash.
Prevost is recalling one 2013 H3-45 coach bus because incorrect transmission software may prevent the vehicle from locking while the wheelchair lift door is open.
J.P. Boden is recalling about 1,900 Mini Boden Chunky Cord Dungarees because studs and clasps can detach, posing a choking hazard to infants and small children.
Trident Diving Equipment is recalling high-pressure scuba air hoses that may leak, posing a drowning hazard to users. No injuries have been reported.
Classic Characters is recalling infant froggy socks sold at Cracker Barrel because the stitched frog parts can detach, posing a choking hazard to infants.
Nashua Nutrition is recalling Proti Diet High Protein Chocolate Dream Bars due to potential Salmonella contamination. Consumers should stop eating the product and return it to the place of purchase.
Siemens is recalling ACUSON SC2000 ultrasound systems with specific hardware due to a temperature display error that may underestimate transducer heat, posing a burn risk.
Domega NY International Co Ltd is recalling Green Day brand White Melon Seeds due to undeclared sulfites detected by New York State authorities.
FDA is recalling 6,751 units of the Covidien Endo GIA AutoSuture Universal Loading Unit because a defect may cause difficulty firing the device, potentially requiring medical intervention.
Sage Creek Inc is recalling Hood-Crest canned apricots in light or heavy syrup due to reports of underprocessing, swollen cans, and undercooked fruit.
GE Healthcare is recalling Infinia Nuclear Medicine Systems because a mechanical defect could cause the detector to slide, posing a risk to patients and operators.
Stelkast Co is recalling 254 units of the Cross-over Acetabular Shell and Liner Hip System due to difficulty engaging and securing the liner.
Explorer Van Company is recalling 885 model year 2013 Explorer and Explorer Limited SE vans built on GMC Savana and Chevrolet Express chassis due to a wiring harness defect that may cause a fire.
GE Healthcare is recalling 679 Giraffe OmniBed and Incubator units because display boards may randomly overwrite stored information and set points upon power up or recovery from a power failure.
Engineered Medical Systems is recalling Respironics SealFlex Single Port Ribbed Masks labeled as Infant but actually Neonatal size.
Sage Creek Inc is recalling Hood-Crest canned peaches in the Western US due to reports of underprocessed fruit and swollen or bursting cans.
E-One is recalling 2011-2013 Cyclone II fire fighting vehicles because brake chambers may leak, causing brakes to drag and overheat, which could lead to a fire.
Sage Creek Inc is recalling canned Bartlett pear halves in light or heavy syrup due to reports of under-processed fruit and swollen or bursting cans.
Nutrex Research is recalling Lipo 6 Black Ultra concentrate Fat Destroyer because samples contain DMAA (Methylhexanamine). The recall affects 82,417 sample packets distributed in eight states.
New Chapter, Inc. is recalling 1,004 bottles of Probiotic Elderberry dietary supplements because they may contain undeclared soy.
Physio Control is recalling LIFEPAK CR Plus and LIFEPAK EXPRESS defibrillators because they may experience early internal battery depletion.
GE Healthcare is recalling VMX and VMX Plus mobile X-ray units because a defect in the arm base casting may impact operator or patient safety.
Huffy is recalling 2012 20-Inch Slider Tricycles because the handlebar can loosen, causing loss of control and crash hazards.
NatureBox is recalling 802 units of Umami Almonds because the product may contain wheat, which is not listed in the ingredient statement.
Arrow International is recalling 637 units of FiberOptix Intra-Aortic Balloon Catheter Kits due to a potential internal leak at the fill port.
Red Eagle Enterprises is recalling flour tortillas because they contain undeclared wheat, posing a risk to consumers with wheat allergies.
J T Posey Company is voluntarily recalling 1,673 Biothane Restraint Cuffs because they failed to meet tensile strength specifications, posing a risk of disconnection.
Gerbings is recalling about 9,900 12-volt heated jacket liners sold at Harley-Davidson dealerships and other stores because a defective wire connector can cause overheating and minor burns.
Giant Eagle is recalling Lotsa Chocolate Chip Cookies because the labels fail to declare soy lecithin, a major allergen present in the product.
Daesang America is recalling Sunchang Ssamjang bean paste because the English label omits peanut powder, a major allergen listed in Korean.
ShanTea LLC is recalling 97 cases of Ride The Dragon Honeybush/Licorice tea due to potential Salmonella contamination.
Elekta, Inc. is recalling 443 Precise Treatment Tables because the column rotation can accidentally move from its locked position during radiation therapy.
GE Healthcare is recalling 46 Discovery MR750w 3.0T MRI systems worldwide due to a potential image flip issue that may result in incorrect anatomical localization.
Medtronic is recalling Paradigm insulin infusion pumps because a drive support cap may detach and allow water to damage internal electronics.
Red Eagle Enterprises is recalling flour tortillas because they contain undeclared wheat, a major food allergen.
Red Eagle Enterprises is recalling flour tortillas because they contain undeclared wheat, a major food allergen.
Mike-Sells Potato Chip Co is recalling Honey Barbecue flavored potato chips labeled as 'Gluten Free' due to mislabeling complaints.
ShanTea LLC is recalling 111 cases of Enlightened Mind Mate/Kukicha tea due to potential Salmonella contamination. The product was distributed in 12 states.
GSMS Inc. is recalling specific lots of Lisinopril and Hydrochlorothiazide tablets because they contain minute stainless steel particulates.
Navistar is recalling certain 2011-2013 International commercial trucks because sun shades may separate from the roof, potentially distracting the driver and increasing crash risk.
Siemens Medical Solutions is recalling Elekta MOSAIQ Oncology Information System software versions below 2.41 due to a potential safety risk identified by the manufacturer.
Arrow International is recalling 188 units of FiberOptix Intra-Aortic Balloon Catheter Kits due to a potential internal leak at the fill port.
GE Healthcare is recalling LOGIQ S8 and S7 ultrasound systems equipped with the S4-10-D probe due to a potential safety issue that may cause skin burns.
Stryker Howmedica Osteonics is recalling 871 Baseplate Impactor Extractor instruments because the handle may detach from the cam during surgery.
Siemens is recalling 51 angiographic x-ray systems because a malfunction in the table vertical lift could cause a collision if obstructed by a solid object.
Thermo Fisher Scientific is recalling 15,567 CO2 incubators manufactured before mid-2009 because their coated metal hinges have reportedly failed in the field.
AGFA Corp. is recalling IMPAX CV 7.8 SU3 software due to a design error. The product was distributed in Florida and Kentucky.
New Seasons Market is recalling raw cookie product packaged in reusable totes due to the possibility of plastic or paint shavings in the containers.
Toshiba American Medical Systems is recalling 23 Aquilion 32/64 CT scanners due to a software issue that may cause incorrect Dose Length Product values to display.
AGFA Corp. is recalling 26 units of IMPAX CV software because baseline pulmonary capillary wedge pressure values were not correctly transferring into hospital electronic health records.
Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics is recalling specific lots of Dade Actin FSL Activated PTT Reagent because they show increased heparin sensitivity over their shelf life.
F.H.G Corporation is recalling one lot of Musclepharm Combat Powder due to a packing line issue that may have introduced extraneous materials.
Synthes USA is voluntarily recalling 328 Flexible Grip instruments from the Universal Nail System because they may not be thoroughly cleaned.
F.H.G Corporation is recalling one lot of MusclePharm Combat Powder Cookies 'N' Cream due to potential foreign material contamination from a packing line issue.
Kerr Corporation is recalling Kerr Maxcem Elite resin cement kits and syringes because raw material causes the product to set prematurely, potentially preventing proper restoration placement.
Toshiba American Medical Systems Inc. is recalling one CT scanner in Maryland due to a software defect that may trigger false error messages during low-current scans.
US Endoscopy Group Inc is recalling Torrent irrigation tubing because customers reported water leakage from the white tubing connector.
Ormco is voluntarily recalling one lot of Bracket Buccal Tubes because the packaging incorrectly identifies the product offset, which may cause unintended tooth rotation.
Teva Pharmaceuticals is recalling 62,187 bottles of Cefdinir for Oral Suspension because some bottles may be improperly sealed.
Toshiba American Medical Systems is recalling 27 Titan X and Titan 3T MRI systems because the console LCD monitor backlight may turn off during use.
Lighthouse For The Blind is recalling 635 Type I First Aid Kits because the iodine ampule labeling incorrectly implies the entire package is sterile.
Teva Pharmaceuticals is recalling Portia (levonorgestrel and ethinyl estradiol) tablets because they failed appearance specifications.
Tosoh Bioscience Inc is recalling G7 HPLC analyzers because the Beta-thalassemia mode failed to detect the A2 peak in whole blood samples.
Lighthouse For The Blind is recalling 41,595 First Aid Type III kits because the iodine ampule labels incorrectly imply the entire package is sterile, rather than just the applicator.
Lighthouse For The Blind is recalling 227 First Aid Kits because the iodine ampule labeling incorrectly implies the entire package is sterile.
Lighthouse For The Blind is recalling 1,034 First Aid Kits because the iodine ampule labels incorrectly imply the entire package is sterile, when only the applicator is sterile.
Lighthouse For The Blind is recalling 56,133 First Aid Type I Individual Kits because the iodine ampule labels incorrectly imply the entire package is sterile.
Magno Humphries Inc is recalling Ferrous Sulfate Tablets 325 mg due to the presence of minute pieces of blue polypropylene plastic.
Teva Pharmaceuticals is recalling specific lots of Jolessa tablets because they failed appearance specifications. The recall is nationwide.
Lighthouse For The Blind is recalling 2,815 antiseptic kits because the iodine ampule labels incorrectly imply the entire package is sterile, rather than just the applicator.
Lighthouse For The Blind is recalling First Aid Type IV Belt Type kits because the iodine ampule labels incorrectly imply the entire package is sterile.
Lighthouse For The Blind is recalling 425 First Aid Kits because the iodine ampule labels incorrectly imply the entire package is sterile, when only the applicator is sterile.
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