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645 recalls were announced in April 2014.
Of the 645 recalls this month scored against our rubric, 9% are Critical, 23% are Severe.
Which agencies issued them
Bar-Jim Inc. is recalling Mrs. Griffin's Hot Barbecue Sauce because it contains undeclared milk, a major food allergen.
Winn-Dixie is recalling Chocolate Flavored Drink Mix because it may contain an undeclared milk allergen. The product was distributed in Florida.
Bar-Jim Inc. is recalling Mrs. Griffin's Hickory Smoke Barbecue Sauce because it contains undeclared milk, a major food allergen.
Siemens Medical Solutions is recalling nine Artis Zee Angiographic x-ray systems due to an inappropriate cable connection that may cause system failure and restricted gantry maneuverability.
Teleflex Medical is recalling 55,521 Weck Vista Optical Bladeless Laparoscopic Access Ports due to complaints of insufflation gas leakage.
Elekta, Inc. is recalling Integrity 1.1 software because it uses static calibration tolerances instead of calculated values for radiation delivery.
3M is recalling Steri-Vac Gas Sterilizers due to a rare failure that could cause ethylene oxide exposure. The issue affects specific models manufactured in late 2006 and 2007.
Siemens Medical Solutions Diagnostics is recalling 1,006 IMMULITE 2000, IMMULITE 2000XPi, and VersaCell systems due to a potential for incorrect test results.
Laboratories Cop Inc is recalling Ideal Protein Double Chocolate Brownies due to possible contamination with thin metal fragments.
Butter Creek Farms is recalling Oatmeal Raisin Cookies due to undeclared wheat and egg. The cookies were sold online and at two retail stores in Washington.
Butter Creek Farms is recalling Sprinkle Cookies because they contain undeclared wheat, egg, and soy. The cookies were sold online and at two retail stores in Washington.
Allesee Orthodontic Appliances is recalling 411 Jet appliances because a missing screw collar may prevent intended tooth movement.
J.P. Boden is recalling specific boys' pajama sets because they fail to meet federal flammability standards, posing a risk of burn injury to children.
Roos Foods Inc. is recalling all brands and sizes of Crema Pura Mexicana cultured sour cream because samples of a related cheese product tested positive for Listeria monocytogenes.
Butter Creek Farms is recalling Nutty Cow Chip Cookies due to undeclared walnut, egg, wheat, soy, and milk.
Whole Foods Market is recalling Tom Yom Soup because the ingredient list includes whey but fails to declare milk as the source of the allergen.
Unilever is voluntarily recalling specific Popsicle ice pop boxes because they may have been exposed to milk, an ingredient not listed on the label.
Teleflex Medical is recalling 55,521 units of Weck Vista Universal Balloon Open Access Ports due to complaints of leakage of insufflation gas through the device.
Infantino LLC is voluntarily recalling 144,000 units of the Squeeze & Teethe Monkey teething ring because the tail may pose a choking hazard to young children.
RaySearch Laboratories is recalling RayStation Radiation Therapy Treatment Planning System software due to potential dose errors caused by program errors.
Teleflex Medical is recalling 55,521 units of 10mm and 12mm Weck Vista Cannulas because they may leak insufflation gas.
Teleflex Medical is recalling 55,521 Weck Vista Universal Cone Open Access devices due to complaints of insufflation gas leakage.
Merit Medical Systems is recalling 80 units of Pressure Monitoring Tubing PM6006 because the products were labeled as sterile but were not sterilized.
Teleflex Medical is recalling 55,521 Weck Vista Universal Laparoscopic Ports worldwide because they may leak insufflation gas during use.
Teleflex Medical is recalling 55,521 Weck Vista Universal Cannulas because they may leak insufflation gas during use.
Ethicon is recalling 223 units of Proceed Surgical Mesh due to a possible incomplete packaging seal that may have compromised sterility and caused delamination.
Ormco/Sybronendo is recalling 150 Spirit MB Orthodontic Brackets because a misplaced ID dot may cause incorrect tooth placement.
Siemens is recalling ACUSON P300 ultrasound systems with PA230 transducers because they may exceed maximum allowable surface temperature limits.
Philips is recalling Pinnacle3 Radiation Therapy Planning System software version 9.0 due to a defect that can cause incorrect beam geometry.
Roche Diagnostics is recalling Omni Micro-electrodes for cobas b221 analyzers because they may leak if used beyond their 52-week lifetime, potentially causing erroneous pH and sodium results.
Butter Creek Farms is recalling Snickerdoodle Cookies due to undeclared wheat and egg. The cookies were sold online and at two retail stores in Washington.
Draeger Medical Systems is recalling 1,544 PS500 Power Supply Units because the battery capacity did not last as long as expected.
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA is voluntarily recalling specific lots of Duloxetine Delayed-Release Capsules due to a customer complaint trend regarding capsule breakage.
Lupin Pharmaceuticals is recalling specific lots of Suprax Cefixime for Oral Suspension because the product failed impurity specifications at the 9-month stability station.
American Health Packaging is recalling HydrOXYzine HCl Tablets because the active pharmaceutical ingredient came from an unapproved source.
Viiv Healthcare is recalling 1,056 bottles of Tivicay (dolutegravir) 50 mg tablets because they were found to contain Promacta (eltrombopag). The recall covers products distributed nationwide, including Puerto Rico.
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA is voluntarily recalling specific lots of Duloxetine Delayed-Release Capsules due to a customer complaint trend regarding capsule breakage.
Fast-Pak Trading Inc. is recalling Evropa Zele Bonboni Jelly Candy in New York because laboratory analysis found the unapproved green colorant chlorophyllin.
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA is voluntarily recalling specific lots of Duloxetine Delayed-Release Capsules due to a customer complaint trend regarding capsule breakage.
Stryker Howmedica Osteonics is recalling 48 Citation V40 Hip Stems because a left-sided implant was found in packaging labeled for a right-sided implant.
Ormco is recalling 150 units of Titanium Orthos Brackets because the color identification dot was marked on the wrong tie-wing.
Teva Pharmaceuticals is recalling specific lots of QVAR inhalation aerosol because they failed impurity specifications during stability testing.
Lupin Pharmaceuticals is recalling 4,038 bottles of Suprax Cefixime for Oral Suspension because the product failed impurity specifications at the 9-month stability station.
Walong Marketing is recalling Asian Taste Green Tea Pumpkin Seeds because they contain sodium copper chlorophyllin, an ingredient not permitted in U.S. food products.
Technidata S.A. is recalling TDWorkstation software versions 11.01.A and higher because a conflict may cause the system to send incorrect patient demography to connected instruments.
Dueco is recalling modified commercial vehicles with Sure Power DC-DC converters where the potting compound may conduct electricity, posing a fire risk.
Transportation Collaborative, Inc. is recalling 843 Trans Tech school buses because seats may not remain anchored to the floor, increasing injury risk in a crash.
LiquidMetal is recalling specific Kronk wheels that may crack, causing rapid loss of tire pressure and increasing the risk of a crash.
Harley-Davidson is recalling 2013-2014 FXSB and FXSBSE motorcycles because suspension variances may cause the fuel level sensor to read inaccurately, potentially leading to unexpected stalling.
PACCAR is recalling 2014-2015 Peterbilt 587 trucks because a software malfunction may cause fog lights to turn on with high beams, potentially blinding oncoming traffic.
Oshkosh is recalling 2012-2014 S-Series Ready Mixed Concrete trucks because condensation in the intake manifold may freeze, causing elevated exhaust temperatures or flames that increase the risk of fire or burn injury.
Honda is recalling 2014 Odyssey vehicles because a damaged electrical connector may prevent the passenger-side side curtain air bag from deploying in a crash.
Motor Coach Industries is recalling 2009-2014 E4500 and J4500 motorcoaches because a missing weld on second-row seat tracks could cause seats to detach in a crash.
Hussong Manufacturing is recalling about 13,600 gas fireplaces and inserts in the U.S. because a control module defect can cause gas buildup and explosions.
Mazda is recalling 2001-2004 Tributes in specific states due to corrosion at the lower control arm attachment, which can cause loss of steering control.
Ducati is recalling 2012-2013 1199 Panigale motorcycles because a wiring issue may disable the horn, high beam, and right turn signals, increasing crash risk.
Tyson Foods is recalling approximately 75,320 pounds of frozen chicken nuggets that may contain small pieces of plastic. The recall affects products shipped to a retail warehouse club and institutional users in Indiana and Arkansas.
Mazda is recalling 2014-2015 Mazda3 and Mazda6 vehicles because a software error may cause the engine to stall in heavy rain, increasing crash risk.
Navistar is recalling 2014 International TranStar trucks with specific Cummins engines because condensation may freeze and cause exhaust flames or fire.
Mazda is recalling approximately 19,000 2014 Mazda6 vehicles because the fuel tank can be overfilled, potentially causing gas to leak and increasing fire risk.
K2 Sports is recalling Kwicker and Kwicker BC snowboard bindings because they can release unexpectedly, posing a fall hazard to users.
Evenflo is recalling specific convertible and harnessed child seats because the harness buckle may become stuck, making it difficult to remove a child in an emergency.
Thoratec is recalling HeartMate II Implant Kits because serious injuries and deaths occurred when patients switched from primary to backup System controllers.
Thoratec is recalling HeartMate II System Controllers because serious injuries and deaths occurred when patients switched from primary to backup controllers.
Thoratec is recalling HeartMate II Pocket Controllers because serious injuries and deaths were reported when patients switched from primary to backup controllers.
World Pure Foods Wholesalers is recalling Kinnikinnick Original Homestyle Waffles sold in Michigan due to undeclared milk.
Dole Fresh Vegetables Inc is recalling Italian Blend Salad due to a positive Listeria Monocytogenes test by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency.
World Pure Foods Wholesalers is recalling Kinnikinnick Panko Style Bread Crumbs sold in Michigan due to undeclared milk.
Thoratec is recalling 36 HeartMate II LVAD Pump and Pocket Controller Kits because switching from the primary to the backup controller caused serious injuries and deaths.
Velocity Medical Solutions is recalling DICOM Export Format for Sum Dose v3.0.0 software because it may replace calculated doses in Eclipse treatment plans.
Nutra Balance Products is recalling 432 units of Thickened Water Pudding Thick Phase 3 because the product was found to contain mold.
Ford is recalling 2013-2014 Fusion, Escape, C-Max, and Lincoln MKZ vehicles because sub-standard welds may cause seatbacks to loosen, increasing injury risk in crashes.
American Outdoor Products is recalling 633 pounds of dehydrated Fettuccini Alfredo with Chicken because the packaging contains undeclared milk and wheat allergens.
Flying Food Group LLC is recalling Good and Fresh brand Sausage & Egg English Muffins because they were assembled with raw sausage meat.
Ford is recalling 2001-2004 Escape vehicles in 21 states and D.C. due to corrosion that can cause lower control arm separation and loss of steering control.
World Pure Foods Wholesalers is recalling Kinnikinnick Cinnamon & Brown Sugar Homestyle Waffles sold in Michigan due to undeclared milk.
Nutra Balance Products is recalling Thickened Water Nectar Thick due to FDA findings of mold. A related product also tested positive for bacteria.
Jin Sun Mi International is recalling watermelon ice bars because they contain undeclared peanuts.
BioCardia is recalling Morph AccessPro Steerable Introducers due to potential particulates in the inner lumen that could cause an embolic event.
Siemens is recalling 37 AXIOM Artis angiography systems because a cooling unit defect may cause a system failure and gantry drop.
Axel Chemicals is recalling 1,000 kg of L-Citrulline bulk product because an unknown compound was found in at least one drum.
Crown Food Distributors is recalling Golden Natural Fruit Island due to undeclared sulfites and FD&C Yellow #6.
Teleflex Medical is recalling 55,521 units of Weck Vista Universal Balloon Open Access Ports due to reported gas leakage that may delay laparoscopic surgeries.
Villa International is recalling specific driver and passenger seats used in 2013-2014 Tiffin and American Coach motorhomes because the seat belts may fray and fail to restrain occupants.
Creole Delicacies Kitchens Inc is recalling Cookin' Cajun Acadiana Style Etouffee Seasoning Blend because it contains undeclared wheat flour.
HP Hood LLC is recalling my essentials brand sour cream because a metal bolt fragment from a filling machine was found in the product.
Wolfgang B. Gourmet Foods is recalling Fairway brand Condiment Grilling Sauce because it contains undeclared fish (anchovies). The product was distributed in New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut.
Teleflex Medical is recalling 55,521 Weck Vista Universal Laparoscopic Ports because complaints were received regarding leakage of insufflation gas, which can delay surgical procedures.
Teleflex Medical is recalling non-absorbable polypropylene sutures because they failed to meet minimum needle attachment strength requirements.
Teleflex Medical is recalling 5/10 mm Weck Vista Universal Cannulas because they may leak insufflation gas, potentially delaying laparoscopic surgeries.
Teleflex Medical is recalling non-absorbable poly(ethylene terephthalate) surgical sutures because they did not meet minimum needle attachment strength requirements.
BioCardia, Inc. is recalling Morph AccessPro Steerable Introducers because particulates in the inner lumen could cause an embolic event.
Plum Inc. is recalling specific varieties of Stage 2 World Baby food due to intermittent plastic spout damage that may cause choking.
Teleflex Medical is recalling 55,521 units of Weck Vista Universal Cannulas because they may leak insufflation gas, potentially delaying laparoscopic surgeries.
Teleflex Medical is recalling Vista Optical Bladeless Laparoscopic Access Ports because gas leakage can delay or prevent the completion of laparoscopic surgeries.
Teleflex Medical is recalling 55,521 Weck Vista Optical Bladeless Laparoscopic Access Ports due to reported gas leakage that may delay surgical procedures.
Teleflex Medical is recalling 55,521 units of Weck Vista Universal Balloon Open Access Ports due to reported gas leakage that may delay laparoscopic surgeries.
Medtronic is recalling specific lots of the FiberNet Embolic Protection System because a yellow polyimide tube was not removed during manufacturing.
Chicken Soup for the Soul is recalling Thai-Style Chicken Broth because it contains undeclared wheat, a major food allergen.
Mevion Medical Systems is recalling the S250 Proton Radiation Therapy System because a geometric positioning error can occur after rotational corrections are applied to treatment fields.
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