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688 recalls were announced in July 2014.
Of the 688 recalls this month scored against our rubric, 3% are Critical, 20% are Severe.
Which agencies issued them
MD Custom Rx is recalling Diphenhydramine (Alcohol Base) 25 mg / 0.5 mL Solution because specific products were compounded with an incorrect solvent.
Caraco Pharmaceutical Laboratories is recalling specific lots of Venlafaxine Hydrochloride Extended-Release Tablets, 150 mg, because stability results showed the product did not meet drug dissolution specifications.
West-Ward Pharmaceutical Corp. is recalling Isoniazid Tablets, USP, 300 mg because stability lots failed to meet dissolution specifications.
MD Custom Rx is recalling HCG and Methylcobalamin drops because they were compounded with an incorrect solvent. The product was distributed in Wisconsin.
Forest Pharmaceuticals is recalling Bystolic (nebivolol) 20 mg tablets because they failed stage III dissolution testing. The recall affects 92,544 bottles distributed nationwide.
MD Custom Rx is recalling HCG drops compounded with an incorrect solvent. The recall covers specific lots distributed in Wisconsin.
Zimmer, Inc. is voluntarily recalling specific lots of NexGen Complete Knee Solution stemmed tibial components because the threads may be out of specification.
Intuitive Surgical is recalling Instrument Release Kits for the da Vinci Surgical System to remove the Emergency Grip Release Wrench.
Zimmer, Inc. is voluntarily recalling specific lots of NexGen Complete Knee Solution stemmed tibial components because the threads may be out of specification.
Origio, Inc. is recalling Pasteur Pipets used in IVF laboratories because a breach in the nylon pouch sterile barrier was identified.
Philips Medical Systems is recalling 407 BrightView XCT and BrightView X- gamma cameras because the Flat Panel Display may fail to remain securely locked in the deployed position.
Intuitive Surgical is recalling Vessel Sealer Addendum software for da Vinci surgical systems to update user manuals and remove the Emergency Grip Release Wrench.
Zimmer is voluntarily recalling specific lots of NexGen Complete Knee Solution stemmed tibial components because the threads may be out of specification.
Maui Soda & Ice Works is recalling 2,045 cartons of Roselani Tropics Kona Mud Pie Ice Cream because a complaint reported the cartons contained chocolate Macadamia Nut Ice Cream instead.
BD Biosciences is recalling 35 BD FACS Canto flow cytometers and associated fluidics carts because the laser cooling fans and internal fans are not operational.
Physique Enhancing Science is recalling ENHANCED Ultra Advanced Pre-Workout supplements because they contain Aegeline, an unapproved new dietary ingredient.
Zimmer is voluntarily recalling specific lots of NexGen Complete Knee Solution stemmed tibial components because the threads may be out of specification.
Intuitive Surgical is recalling documentation for the da Vinci Surgical System stapler addendum to remove references to the Emergency Grip Release Wrench.
Nidek Inc. is recalling 185 AFC-330 Non-Mydriatic Auto Fundus Cameras because images may contain white spots that could affect diagnosis.
Intuitive Surgical is recalling Vessel Sealer QRGs for da Vinci systems to remove the Emergency Grip Release Wrench from documentation.
Intuitive Surgical is recalling da Vinci Surgical System manuals to remove the Emergency Grip Release Wrench from the documentation.
Synthes, Inc. is recalling 44 B37 Replacement Screws because the package may not contain the screws identified on the label.
Integra LifeSciences is recalling 1,250 LED battery chargers because they may fail prematurely and not charge the LED battery as intended.
Blue Belt Technologies is recalling two lots of Stride Femoral Knee Components due to packaging mislabeling that could lead to the implantation of the wrong side or size.
Claymount Assemblies BV is recalling 12 Harmony2 grid cabinets because they lack required labeling information and have non-compliant insulation values.
Zimmer, Inc. is voluntarily recalling specific lots of NexGen Complete Knee Solution stemmed tibial components because the threads may be out of specification.
Claymount Assembli is recalling Harmony grid cabinets because their labels lack the manufacturer address, date of manufacture, and required compliance statements.
DeVilbiss Healthcare LLC is recalling 1,809 DV5x Series CPAP units because they were shipped without programmed serial numbers, displaying 'RUN-TEST' on the screen.
Hyundai is recalling 2007-2012 Veracruz vehicles because an oil leak can damage the alternator, causing the vehicle to stop while driving.
Toyota is recalling 2014 Sienna minivans because a damaged transmission cable sleeve may cause incorrect gear selection or vehicle rollaway.
Vermeer is recalling specific R400T, R600HC, and R9X12T trailers because suspension pivot bolts could loosen, causing axle separation and increasing crash risk.
J.C. Madigan is recalling two specific Ford dump trucks because a leaking pressure switch may cause a fire near the exhaust system.
Harley-Davidson is recalling 2014 FXDL Dyna Low Rider motorcycles because engine vibrations may cause the ignition switch to move, potentially stalling the bike while riding.
Genuine Scooters is recalling 2014 Stella 125 Automatic scooters because a faulty engine control unit may cause the engine to stall without warning, increasing crash risk.
Volkswagen is recalling 2015 Golf and GTI vehicles because loose stabilizer link fasteners may interfere with steering, increasing crash risk.
Kanani Foods II, Inc. is recalling approximately 59 pounds of chicken rice bowls because they were produced without a fully implemented Ready-to-Eat HACCP plan.
HEB Meat Processing is recalling approximately 75,465 pounds of fresh beef products sold in Texas because they may contain metal shavings.
General Motors is recalling 5,877,718 vehicles from 1997-2008 because the ignition switch may move out of the run position, preventing airbags from deploying in a crash.
Brake Parts Inc. is recalling specific ACDelco, Carquest, Federated, and Raybestos rear wheel brake shoes because the lining may detach from the steel shoe, potentially reducing braking force or causing wheel lockup.
Big Fireworks is recalling Big Sword Fountain Devices because they can unexpectedly explode, posing impact and burn hazards to users.
Suntree LLC is recalling specific lots of California Grown Shelled Walnuts because they may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
Navitas Naturals is recalling Organic Sprouted Chia Powder because it is linked to a multistate outbreak of Salmonella Newport.
Navitas Naturals is recalling Omega Blend Sprouted Smoothie Mix because chia products were linked to a multistate Salmonella Newport outbreak.
Smith's Country Cheese, Inc. is recalling Gouda cheese wheels contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. The affected products were distributed in Massachusetts.
Navitas Naturals is recalling Omega 3 Smoothie Mixers because chia products were linked to a multistate Salmonella Newport outbreak.
GSF Nut Company LLC is recalling 440 cases of shelled walnuts after an FDA sample tested positive for Listeria monocytogenes.
Green Smoothie Girl is recalling TriOmega Superfood products because they contain Organic Sprouted Chia Powder that may be contaminated with Salmonella.
Oceans Cuisine is recalling 3 lb. tubs of Crab Stuffing with Real Crabmeat due to potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination from raw crab meat.
Nitinol Devices and Components is recalling HydroFinity Hydrophilic Guidewires because the outer polymer jacket may be damaged during use.
Biomet, Inc. is recalling one unit of a Discovery Elbow prosthesis because the surface finish differs from specifications, potentially causing pain requiring surgery.
General Motors is recalling 2005-2007 Buick, SAAB, Isuzu, Chevrolet, and GMC SUVs because fluid in the power window switch may cause a fire.
General Motors is recalling 554,328 Cadillac CTS and SRX vehicles because the ignition switch may move out of the run position, potentially preventing airbags from deploying.
NxStage Medical is recalling dialysate sacks used with the PureFlow SL system because they contain aluminum levels exceeding internal specifications.
Nitinol Devices and Components is recalling HydroFinity Hydrophilic Guidewires because reports indicate the outer polymer jacket may be damaged during use.
Chrysler is recalling 2011-2014 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles because sun visor wiring may short circuit, increasing the risk of fire.
Nitinol Devices and Components, Inc. is recalling HydroFinity Hydrophilic Guidewires because the outer polymer jacket may be damaged during use.
Teva Pharmaceuticals is recalling 9,882 bottles of Dextroamphetamine Sulfate 10 mg tablets because stability testing revealed out-of-specification impurities.
Caraco Pharmaceutical Laboratories is recalling 200 vials of Gemcitabine For Injection USP due to a lack of assurance of sterility.
General Motors is recalling 2007-2011 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra HD trucks equipped with auxiliary batteries due to a risk of electrical fire.
Chrysler is recalling 2014 Jeep Cherokee, Ram 1500, and 2015 Chrysler 200 vehicles because an insufficient weld may cause rear shocks to detach, potentially damaging tires or reducing braking.
Nitinol Devices and Components is recalling HydroFinity Hydrophilic Guidewires because the outer polymer jacket may be damaged during use.
Fontaine is recalling 2015 Magnitude 100 lowbed trailers because inadequate welds may cause structural components to separate, increasing crash risk.
Ford is recalling 2012-2014 Edge, MKX, Taurus, MKS, Flex, and MKT vehicles because a halfshaft may disengage, causing loss of power or vehicle roll-away.
Ford is recalling 2014 Escape vehicles because the panorama roof glass may not be properly bonded, which could cause the glass to separate and increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Ford is recalling 2011-2014 F-59 commercial chassis vehicles because a short circuit in the electrical system may cause a fire.
Ford is recalling 2014 F-53 and F-59 chassis because incorrectly machined brake calipers may leak fluid, increasing stopping distances and crash risk.
Autocar is recalling 287 model year 2012-2015 Xpert trucks because a gap between the cab and body may cause unexpected bouncing at speeds above 25 mph, increasing crash risk.
Ford is recalling certain 2014 Fiesta vehicles because a manufacturing error may cause the fuel tank to leak, increasing the risk of fire.
LiquidSpring is recalling specific aftermarket suspension units for Ford and Chevrolet chassis because a mounting bracket may fail, allowing the fluid tank to separate and become a road hazard.
General Motors is recalling 2014 Buick Regal, Cadillac XTS, Chevrolet Camaro, and Chevrolet Impala vehicles because improperly torqued fasteners may cause steering components to separate, increasing crash risk.
Nidek Inc is recalling RT-5100 and RT-3100 refractors because the near point chart arm may lower spontaneously, posing a risk of patient injury.
Porter-Cable is recalling fixed-base production routers and bases because the handles lack insulation, posing an electrical shock risk. No injuries have been reported.
SteriGear is recalling 110,560 urinary drain bags because the valve can close and create negative pressure, potentially blocking urine flow.
All Power America is recalling about 10,000 single stage snow throwers because a corroded carburetor needle can cause fuel leaks, posing a fire hazard.
NxStage Medical is recalling dialysate sacks with concentrate due to aluminum levels exceeding internal product specifications.
SeaSpine Inc is recalling seven units of the UCR 3mm Hex, Large Axial Driver because the tip may twist or become rounded during use.
Beckman Coulter is recalling UniCel DxH 800 and DxH 600 systems because optical degradation may delay reporting of specific blood cell results.
Beckman Coulter is recalling UniCel DxH 600 and DxH 800 systems because optical degradation may delay reporting of specific blood cell results.
Eillien's Candies is recalling Dark Old Fashioned Sponge Candy because it contains undeclared milk, posing a risk to consumers with milk allergies.
Nitinol Devices and Components, Inc. is recalling HydroFinity Hydrophilic guidewires due to reports of the outer polymer jacket being damaged during use.
Nitinol Devices and Components is recalling HydroFinity Hydrophilic Guidewires because the outer polymer jacket may be damaged during use.
Miami Interculinary Center, Inc. is recalling 1,164 bottles of Floribbean Key Lime Calypso Dip because the label failed to declare allergens in compound ingredients.
Nitinol Devices and Components, Inc. is recalling HydroFinity Hydrophilic guidewires because the outer polymer jacket may be damaged during use.
Nitinol Devices and Components, Inc. is recalling HydroFinity Hydrophilic guidewires because the outer polymer jacket may be damaged during use.
Nitinol Devices and Components is recalling HydroFinity Hydrophilic Guidewires because the outer polymer jacket may be damaged during use.
General Motors is recalling specific 2012-2014 Buick and Chevrolet vehicles because insulation on the engine block heater cord can damage in cold weather, exposing wires.
Sutphen is recalling one 2013 Minitower fire truck because seat belt buckles may fail to release, potentially hindering emergency egress.
Pfizer is recalling Pristiq 50 mg extended-release tablets because a 100 mg tablet was found in a bottle labeled for 50 mg.
Zynex Medical is recalling 1,461 IF 8000 devices because a malfunction can cause them to stop working or overheat, posing a burn risk.
JAS Diagnostics Inc. is recalling specific lots of Glucose Hexokinase Liquid Reagent because they do not perform according to specifications.
Steris Corporation is recalling 68 vertical spring arms for surgical lighting systems because the welded seam may crack or break.
NxStage Medical is recalling dialysate sacks with concentrate due to aluminum levels exceeding internal product specifications.
Nitinol Devices and Components is recalling HydroFinity Hydrophilic Guidewires because reports indicate the outer polymer jacket can be damaged during use.
NxStage Medical is recalling 2,711 cases of dialysate sacks because aluminum levels exceeded internal specifications.
Intuitive Surgical is recalling 20 units of the IS4000 da Vinci Xi 30 Degree, 8mm Endoscope because an orange-yellow tint in the surgical view can make it difficult to differentiate between tissue.
Western / Scott Fetzer Company is recalling Model RG3000 and RG4000 Series Valve Integrated Pressure Regulators (VIPR) because they may separate from aluminum cylinders.
Stryker Endoscopy is recalling 1,992 Shaver Handpiece Sterilization Trays because the provided STERRAD 100S sterilization parameters did not fully consider all worst-case scenarios during validation testing.
Nellcor Puritan Bennett is recalling 104 Puritan Bennett 840 Ventilators due to reports of loss of graphical user interface display information while the device continues to provide breath support.
Siemens is recalling 317 StreamLAB Analytical Workcells because protruding pins on the Input/Output Module have contributed to trip and fall incidents.
Siemens Healthcare is recalling ADVIA Acid/Base Reagent 1 and 2 Kits because trace metal contamination caused the acid bottles to swell.
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