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554 recalls were announced in March 2014.
Of the 554 recalls this month scored against our rubric, 7% are Critical, 27% are Severe.
Which agencies issued them
General Motors is recalling specific 2014-2015 Chevrolet and GMC vehicles because a transmission oil cooler line may not be securely seated, creating a potential fire hazard.
General Motors is recalling approximately 1.4 million vehicles due to a potential sudden loss of electric power steering assist, which increases the risk of a crash.
Jaguar is recalling 2013-2014 XF 2.0L GTDi vehicles because a loose hose clamp may allow the Charge Air Cooler hose to detach, potentially causing the engine to stall and loss of steering and brake assistance.
Crossroads RV is recalling 2015 Zinger, Rezerve, and Sunset Trail trailers because brittle frame spring hangers may fracture, increasing crash risk.
Land Rover is recalling 2014 Range Rover Evoque vehicles because damaged rear suspension bolts may fail, causing the link arm to separate and increasing crash risk.
General Motors is recalling 2013-2014 Chevrolet Cruze vehicles with 1.4L turbo engines because the right front half shaft may fracture, potentially causing loss of power or unexpected vehicle movement.
Speedway Motors is recalling specific brake light switches used in hot rods that may crack, causing brake fluid leaks and increased stopping distances.
Jaguar is recalling 2013-2014 XJ, XF, and XK vehicles because rear toe links can separate, potentially causing loss of vehicle control and increasing crash risk.
Mercedes-Benz is recalling 2014 GL350, GL450, GL550, and GL63 vehicles because the second-row seat may not fold low enough for proper child seat anchoring.
Jaguar Land Rover is recalling 5,238 2014 Range Rovers because a software defect may prevent the turn signal indicator from flashing at a double rate to warn of a malfunction.
Vactor is recalling certain 2010-2014 HXX and 2012-2014 Guzzler Guzzcavator trucks because the water heater may come loose due to incorrect fasteners, posing a road hazard.
Daimler Trucks is recalling 2014 Freightliner and Western Star trucks because seat belt buckles may fail to release, potentially hindering emergency egress.
Keystone RV Company is recalling 2014 Summerland, Springdale, Bullet, and Cougar models because brittle frame spring hangers may fracture, increasing crash risk.
Tiffany Coach Builders is recalling 2009-2010 Coach, Limo, and Shuttle Buses because voltage spikes may damage electrical components, increasing the risk of a fire.
General Motors is recalling 2014 Cadillac ELR vehicles because the electronic stability control system may fail to alert drivers if disabled, increasing crash risk.
Lenovo is recalling about 34,500 ThinkPad notebook computer battery packs in the U.S. because they can overheat and pose a fire hazard.
Excel Industries is recalling about 3,700 BigDog and Hustler riding mowers because the seat switch may fail to detect when the rider leaves, posing a risk of injury.
Ricon is recalling S and K series wheelchair lifts with armored pendant cables that may not clear the lift, posing a fire risk.
Toyota is recalling 2013 Highlanders because the second-row left seat may not lock in place, increasing injury risk in a crash.
Baxter Healthcare is voluntarily recalling 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection IV solutions due to the presence of particulate matter, including fibers and plastic particles.
Abbott Diabetes Care is recalling FreeStyle Flash Blood Glucose Monitors because they may produce inaccurate low blood glucose readings when used with specific test strips.
Fabscout Entertainment is recalling Silver Sword capsules because FDA analysis found they contain sildenafil, an undeclared active pharmaceutical ingredient.
Baxter Healthcare is recalling 14,574 bags of Clinimix E IV solution found to contain particulate matter, including wood, sodium citrate, and dextrose.
Gretchen's Shoebox Express is recalling Starbucks brand Greek Yogurt Raspberry & Lemon Parfait cups due to undeclared egg.
Fabscout Entertainment, Inc. is recalling Clalis capsules because FDA analysis found they contain sildenafil, an undeclared active pharmaceutical ingredient.
Baxter Healthcare is recalling 7,388 bags of Clinimix 5/15 sulfite-free IV solution because they contain particulate matter, including wood, sodium citrate, and dextrose.
Baxter Healthcare is voluntarily recalling 105,216 containers of 5% Dextrose Injection due to the presence of particulate matter, including fibers and plastic particles.
Baxter Healthcare is recalling 7,068 bags of Clinimix E IV solution because they contain particulate matter, including wood, sodium citrate, and dextrose.
Tortillas Mexico is recalling corn tortillas with expiration dates from December 20, 2013, to February 27, 2014, after a consumer found a metal staple in a baked tortilla.
All American Seasonings is recalling specific lots of white cheddar jalapeno seasoning powder due to a potential salmonella contamination in the jalapeno powder ingredient.
Hospira is recalling 40,360 vials of Marcaine (bupivacaine hydrochloride) injection because some units contain visible metal particles that discolor the solution.
Purely Pomegranate, Inc. is voluntarily recalling frozen pomegranate arils due to public concerns about the Hepatitis A Virus.
Fannie May Confection Brands Inc is recalling 4 oz. Heart-Shaped Boxes of Assorted Chocolates due to an undeclared peanut allergen.
Convatec Inc. is recalling Curion CuriStay Nelaton latex Foley catheters because the drainage lumen was found blocked by excess lubricious coating material.
Terumo CVS is recalling Sarns Malleable Dual-stage Venous Return Cannulae because in-process inspections found exposed basket wire on certain lots.
Philips is recalling HeartStart Home and OnSite AEDs because solder residue may prevent the device from delivering therapy in an emergency.
Dayton Nut Specialties Inc is recalling Creation Special Snack Mix because the packaging failed to declare peanuts, tree nuts, soy, wheat, and Yellow #5.
Tortillas Mexico is recalling flour tortillas with expiration dates from December 20, 2013, to February 27, 2014, due to a metal detector malfunction that may have allowed metal fragments into the product.
Good Neighbors Specialty Foods is recalling Tabouli Salad because a customer found a blade inside the product.
USDA FSIS issued a public health alert for Nutriom LLC egg products because the company refused to expand a recall of items found to be unfit for human consumption due to falsified lab results.
Tortillas Mexico is recalling wheat tortillas because a consumer found a metal staple in a baked tortilla. The firm's metal detector was not functioning.
Elekta, Inc. is recalling SL & SLi Series linear accelerators because customers are resetting default values outside recommended factory settings.
Philips is recalling EPIQ 7 Ultrasound Systems because they may report incorrect Doppler velocities when using specific settings, potentially affecting diagnostic accuracy.
Otto Bock is recalling Aerial and Aerial Active wheelchair cushions because internal testing found a small risk of flammability after high-temperature washing.
Terumo CVS is recalling Sarns Malleable Dual-stage Venous Return Cannulae because in-process inspections found exposed basket wire on certain lots.
Convatec Inc. is recalling Medline Sterile Foley Catheters because the drainage lumen was found to be blocked by excess lubricious coating material.
High Mowing Organic Seed is recalling 655 units of Organic Sprouting Seeds Ancient Eastern Blend because the product contains undeclared wheat.
Philips is recalling HeartStart FR3 AEDs because the circuit board may separate, preventing the device from delivering a shock during an emergency.
Terumo CVS is recalling Sarns Dual-stage Venous Return Cannulae because in-process inspections found exposed basket wire on certain lots.
Convatec Inc. is recalling 31,250 latex Foley catheters because the drainage lumen was found to be blocked by excess lubricious coating material.
Biomet 3i is recalling BellaTek Zirconia Dental Abutments because of reports of fractures. The recall covers 10,454 units distributed worldwide.
Dayton Nut Specialties Inc is recalling 59 cases of Bar Star Snack Mix because the packaging failed to declare direct allergens including peanuts, tree nuts, soy, and wheat.
Convatec Inc. is recalling 54,590 Toray Hydrocoat Foley Catheters because the drainage lumen was found to be blocked by excess lubricious coating material.
CSM Bakery Products North America is recalling specific lots of 10-inch Chocolate Supreme Cake Layers because they may contain pieces of a red plastic scoop.
SATCO Products is recalling KolourOne LED light bulbs because the metal housing can separate and fall, posing a risk of injury to bystanders.
Nissan is recalling 2013 Pathfinders because a transmission hose may detach, causing fluid leaks and loss of acceleration.
Terumo CVS is recalling Sarns Dual-stage Venous Return Cannulae because in-process inspections found exposed basket wire on certain lots.
Siemens is recalling 50 syngo Dynamics PACS units because improper error handling could display images for one patient and reports for another, risking misdiagnosis.
Mar Cor Purification is recalling 232 Millenium HX Portable Reverse Osmosis Systems due to high inlet water pressure and solenoid valve issues that could delay dialysis treatment.
Exactech is recalling 242 Gibralt Spine System Polyaxial Screws because they contain springs made of type-304 stainless steel instead of the specified titanium alloy.
Philips is recalling EPIQ 5 Ultrasound Systems because they may report incorrect Doppler velocities when using specific settings, potentially affecting diagnostic accuracy.
Terumo CVS is recalling Sarns Malleable Dual-stage Venous Return Cannulae because in-process inspections found exposed basket wire on certain lots.
Convatec Inc. is recalling 5,540 SLC 2-way Foley catheters because excess lubricious coating material was found blocking the lumen.
Alere San Diego, Inc. is recalling specific lots of the Alere Triage TOX Drug Screen because they produce false negative results for PCP more often than stated in the package insert.
Teleflex Medical is recalling Rusch Brochopart endobronchial tubes because the cuff may inflate to one side, preventing a proper seal of the right lung.
Convatec Inc. is recalling 4,760 SLC 3-way standard latex Foley catheters because the drainage lumen was found to be blocked by excess lubricious coating material.
GE Healthcare is recalling Optima CT580 and Discovery CT590RT scanners running software version 13BW16.3 because a software issue may cause artifacts that hide pathology during head scans.
Terumo CVS is recalling Sarns Malleable Dual-stage Venous Return Cannulae because in-process inspections found exposed basket wire on certain lots.
Golden Technologies is recalling 5,044 Buzzaround XL mobility scooters because the front-to-rear lockup may unintentionally disengage due to an improper fit.
Abbott Diabetes Care is recalling FreeStyle Blood Glucose Monitors because they may produce inaccurate blood glucose readings when used with specific test strips.
Medical Information Technology, Inc. is recalling MEDITECH Microbiology software releases 5.6 through 6.14 because of a potential for erroneous result reporting.
RX South LLC is recalling 250 syringes of Hydroxyprogesterone Caproate 250mg/ml due to visible crystals formed by extreme cold during shipping.
Paddock Laboratories is recalling seven lots of Perrigo Clindamycin Palmitate Hydrochloride for Oral Solution due to the presence of particulate matter.
Noven Pharmaceuticals is recalling Daytrana (methylphenidate) transdermal patches because out-of-specification results indicate the release liner may be difficult to remove.
Noven Pharmaceuticals is recalling 187,860 Daytrana patches because the release liner may be difficult to remove. The defect affects the ability to apply the patch correctly.
Clarity Medical Systems is recalling 234 RetCam 3 halogen lamps that may fail early, potentially damaging internal electrical components.
China Daheng Group Inc. is recalling 238 Denlase and Penlase dental laser systems because the user manuals lacked required calibration procedures.
Stryker is voluntarily recalling 90 units of 2.5MM Aggressive Sinuscopic Shaver Blades because the etched line guide is missing the required 1cm to 7cm number scale.
Terumo CVS is recalling Sarns Malleable Dual-stage Venous Return Cannulae because in-process inspections found exposed basket wire on certain lots.
Biomet, Inc. is recalling specific lots of Intramedullary Bone Saw Cam Assemblies because they were incorrectly labeled as Saw Blade Assemblies.
Zimmer, Inc. is recalling 3,638 units of Natural-Knee N-K II Domed All-Poly Pat components due to discoloration caused by premature oxidation.
Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics is recalling VITROS White Correction Factor Slides because an incorrect assay value was printed on the carton, which may delay reporting of specific test results.
Zimmer, Inc. is recalling 3,638 units of Natural-Knee II knee prostheses because a component was found to be discolored due to premature oxidation.
Zimmer, Inc. is recalling specific Natural-Knee II unicompartmental knee system tibia components due to discoloration caused by premature oxidation during storage.
AtriCure is recalling 46 Reusable Clip Appliers because a customer reported a cracked spring in the handle. The devices were distributed nationwide.
Zimmer, Inc. is recalling 3,638 Natural-Knee II Posterior Stabilized Condylar Tibial Inserts because free radical oxidation caused discoloration.
Zimmer, Inc. is recalling 3,638 Natural-Knee/Apollo knee implants because a component was discolored due to premature oxidation.
Zimmer, Inc. is recalling 3,638 Apollo Revision/Constrained Knee System tibia inserts because they were discolored due to premature oxidation during storage.
Zimmer, Inc. is recalling 3,638 Apollo Knee System tibia inserts because free radical oxidation caused discoloration. The issue resulted from improper storage conditions prior to packaging.
Biomet is recalling 10 Intramedullary Bone Saw Cam Assemblies because they were incorrectly labeled as Saw Blade Assemblies.
Zimmer, Inc. is recalling 3,638 units of Natural-Knee II Constrained Knee System tibia components due to discoloration caused by premature oxidation.
Traxx International Corp is recalling Guaifenesin API powder because it may contain polyethylene fibers from a sifting screen.
Zimmer, Inc. is recalling 3,638 units of the Natural-Knee Flex System due to discoloration caused by premature oxidation during storage.
Zimmer, Inc. is recalling 3,638 units of Natural-Knee II System components due to discoloration caused by premature oxidation. The affected devices were stored in transparent containers exposed to light.
Zimmer, Inc. is recalling 3,638 Natural-Knee Congruent Tibial Inserts with Screws because a complaint identified discoloration caused by premature oxidation during storage.
Remel Inc is recalling Oxoid Vancomycin 30 mcg susceptibility discs because some may lack the antibiotic, potentially affecting in-vitro testing results.
Zimmer, Inc. is recalling 3,638 Natural-Knee II Poly Ultra Tibia components worldwide due to discoloration caused by premature oxidation during storage.
Zimmer, Inc. is recalling 3,638 units of MOST Options System hinged tibia inserts because free radical oxidation caused discoloration. The issue resulted from improper storage conditions prior to packaging.
DeRoyal Industries is recalling 8,962 pairs of cotton adjustable limb holders due to a moldy smell. The products were distributed in the US and Argentina.
Zimmer, Inc. is recalling 3,638 Apollo Knee Tibial Baseplates and Inserts because free radical oxidation caused discoloration in some units.
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