Archive
479 recalls were announced in October 2015.
Of the 479 recalls this month scored against our rubric, 5% are Critical, 26% are Severe.
Which agencies issued them
B. Braun Medical is recalling 433 Perifix Continuous Epidural Anesthesia Pain Control Trays because the DuraPrep solution may be discolored from unintended sterilant exposure.
Philips Medical Systems is recalling specific MRI systems due to a software defect that may cause cross-reference lines to be positioned incorrectly in spine clinical workflows.
ConforMIS, Inc. is recalling 348 units of the iTotal CR Knee Replacement System because they may contain small amounts of ethylene glycol residue.
Innovative Sterilization Technologies LLC is recalling OneTray Sealed Sterilization Containers because the labels list the wrong steam sterilization time.
ConforMIS, Inc. is recalling 12 units of the iDuo Knee Bicompartmental Knee Replacement System because they may contain small amounts of ethylene glycol residue.
Nutrition Resource Services is recalling JBN Chocolate Confidence Nutritional Support for Bariatric Surgery because the whey protein product is not labeled as containing milk.
ConForMIS is recalling 6 units of the iUNI Unicondylar Knee Replacement System due to potential ethylene glycol residue.
Encore Medical is recalling 20 units of the AltiVate Humeral Socket Shell Trial because the shell trial has difficulty assembling to the broach and the retaining ring disassembles from the screw.
Biomet Microfixation is recalling 5 Thinflap System Cases because the lids require excessive force to open.
Natus Medical is recalling 4,560 neoBLUE 3 Phototherapy systems because the instruction manuals did not accurately reflect the cleared intensity settings.
Synthes (USA) Products LLC is recalling 492 spinal pedicle fixation rods because they were produced using a bead blast process not identified in the manufacturing specification.
Hospira Inc. is recalling 24,100 syringes of Amidate (Etomidate Injection) because stability testing confirmed out-of-specification degradation products.
Wismettac Asian Food is recalling Seasoned Beanthread Salad (Chuka Zensai) due to a lack of required acidified food filing and registration.
Biomet Microfixation is recalling 37 Neuro Combo Set Cases because the lids require excessive force to open.
Rx PAK is recalling Donnatal tablets because the label incorrectly lists Scopolamine Hydrocodone instead of Scopolamine Hydrobromide.
Ford is recalling 2009-2010 Edge and Lincoln MKX vehicles in 22 states and D.C. because salt water corrosion may cause the fuel tank to leak, increasing fire risk.
Mercedes-Benz is recalling 2008-2010 C300, C350, C63, and GLK350 vehicles because the air bag control unit may corrode and malfunction, potentially causing air bags to deploy unexpectedly or fail to deploy.
Mercedes-Benz is recalling 2016 GLE450 and GLE63 coupes because rear drive shaft bolts may loosen, causing the shaft to separate and the vehicle to stall.
Fontaine Trailer Company is recalling 2014-2016 Revolution flat trailers because structural welds may crack, potentially causing a crash.
LaRose Industries is recalling Peanuts Flying Ace ride-on toys because blue hubcaps can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Ford is recalling 2016 E-350 and E-450 vans because the trailer brake controller may fail to actuate trailer brakes, increasing stopping distance and crash risk.
Adolf's Meat Products is recalling approximately 224 pounds of assorted deli meats produced in October 2015 due to possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination.
Ford is recalling 2016 Mustangs because seat belts and child seat anchors may be damaged, failing to restrain occupants in a crash.
General Motors is recalling specific 1997-2004 Chevrolet, Buick, Pontiac, and Oldsmobile vehicles because engine oil may drip onto the hot exhaust manifold, posing a fire risk.
Terex Advance is recalling 288 model year 2011-2015 concrete mixers because steering gear pumps may fail, reducing steering ability and increasing crash risk.
Volkswagen is recalling 2015-2016 Jetta, Beetle, Passat, and Golf vehicles because a camshaft lobe may shear off, causing a loss of brake assist.
Pierce is recalling 2015-2016 Arrow XT, Velocity, Enforcer, and Saber vehicles because front drive axle hex nuts may be loose, risking loss of propulsion.
Isuzu is recalling 2006-2008 Chevrolet, GMC, and Isuzu trucks because the fuel tank may corrode and leak, increasing fire risk.
Mack is recalling 2,571 trucks from 2010-2016 because a turbocharger oil line may leak near the exhaust, increasing fire risk.
Whole Foods Market is recalling approximately 234 pounds of curry chicken salad products in five states due to possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination.
Navistar is recalling specific 2016 International ProStar and TranStar trucks because the transmission may lock or cause unexpected backward movement.
Starcraft RV is recalling 36 model year 2016 Autumn Ridge trailers because unprotected propane lines and wires may be damaged by road debris, increasing the risk of fire.
Honda is recalling specific GL1800, GL1800A, and GL1800B motorcycles because the rear brakes may drag after release, increasing the risk of a crash or fire.
Thor Motor Coach is recalling specific Four Winds motorhomes because a transfer switch may overheat and cause a fire.
Thor Motor Coach is recalling 2016 Challenger, Hurricane, and Windsport motorhomes because the parking brake may fail to hold the vehicle or disengage properly.
Honda is recalling 25,367 2015-2016 Fit LX vehicles because defective rear grab handle brackets may puncture side curtain airbags, increasing injury risk in a crash.
Blue Bird is recalling one 2017 Vision transit bus because an incorrectly installed wiper motor connector may cause the wipers to stop working without warning.
Blue Bird is recalling 63 Vision school buses because an incorrectly installed wiper motor connector may cause the wipers to stop working, reducing visibility in bad weather.
Halcore is recalling 2008-2014 AEV Type II ambulances because the rearward-facing attendant seat belt cable may break, increasing injury risk in a crash.
BMW is recalling one 2015 Rolls-Royce Ghost because its side air bags may fail to meet federal safety standards, increasing injury risk in a crash.
Rustico Foods is recalling approximately 2,659 pounds of packaged soup products produced without the benefit of federal inspection. The products were shipped to retail establishments in southern California.
Shuler Meats is recalling approximately 25,920 pounds of fully cooked smoked turkey legs that were reconditioned without the benefit of FSIS inspection.
United States Stove Company is recalling about 4,400 HomComfort 2400 pellet stoves because the internal fire box baffle can degrade and overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Mack Trucks is recalling 2014 Granite trucks because improperly tightened hex nuts on the drive axle may cause the driveshaft to disconnect, increasing crash risk.
Toyota is recalling specific 2006-2011 models because inconsistent lubricant on the power window switch may cause overheating and fire.
ECCO is recalling specific portable and magnetically mountable LED worklamps because the lithium-ion batteries may overheat, increasing the risk of injury or fire.
Atwood is recalling specific On Demand water heaters installed in RVs because a valve defect may cause water to overheat, posing a scalding risk.
Build-A-Bear Workshop is recalling Starbrights Dragon stuffed animals because the satin seam can open, exposing stuffing material that poses a choking hazard to young children.
L.L. Bean is recalling GTO Hunting Knives with Sheaths because the knife can cut through the sheath, posing a laceration hazard. No injuries have been reported.
Bedford Pharmacy is recalling four vials of P-P (COBAL) 30-2 /mL Injection because of a lack of assurance of sterility. The product was distributed in New Hampshire and Massachusetts.
Bedford Pharmacy is recalling P-P (COBAL) 30-0.5/mL injections because there is a lack of assurance of sterility. The product was distributed in New Hampshire and Massachusetts.
Maserati is recalling 984 model year 2014 Quattroporte GTS vehicles because an improperly secured battery cable may short to ground, potentially causing a fire or vehicle stall.
Nephron Pharmaceuticals is recalling Ipratropium Bromide and Albuterol Sulfate inhalation solution due to a lack of assurance of sterility.
Bedford Pharmacy is recalling P-P-P (COBAL) 30-4-40/mL Injection vials because there is a lack of assurance of sterility. The product was distributed in New Hampshire and Massachusetts.
Bedford Pharmacy is recalling P-P (COBAL) 300-30/mL injections because there is a lack of assurance of sterility. The affected product was distributed in New Hampshire and Massachusetts.
Bentley is recalling certain 2012-2015 Continental GT, GTC, and Flying Spur vehicles because a loose battery cable connection may overheat and cause a fire.
Spartan Motors is recalling 2009-2014 Gladiator and MetroStar vehicles because power steering fluid may overheat, causing the steering to lock unexpectedly.
Synthes (USA) Products LLC is recalling 1,550 Inserter for Titanium Elastic Nails (TEN) devices due to a potential for mechanical failures such as breakage.
Anhing Corporation is recalling Caravelle ABC Cookies due to lead levels and undeclared wheat flour.
Bedford Pharmacy is recalling 4 vials of P-P-P (COBAL) 30-1-20/mL Injection due to a lack of assurance of sterility. The product was distributed in New Hampshire and Massachusetts.
Bedford Pharmacy is recalling Testosterone Cypionate (Complete Formula) 200 mg/mL injections due to a lack of assurance of sterility. The product was distributed in New Hampshire and Massachusetts.
Bedford Pharmacy is recalling Methylcobalamin 1 mg/mL Injection because there is a lack of assurance of sterility. The product was distributed in New Hampshire and Massachusetts.
Bedford Pharmacy is recalling Testosterone Cypionate injections due to a lack of assurance of sterility. The affected products were distributed in New Hampshire and Massachusetts.
Bedford Pharmacy is recalling Hydroxocobalamin 20 mg/mL Injection due to a lack of assurance of sterility. The product was distributed in New Hampshire and Massachusetts.
Bedford Pharmacy is recalling two bottles of Acetylcysteine 10% Ophthalmic Solution because there is a lack of assurance of sterility.
Apotex Inc. is recalling specific lots of Bromfenac Ophthalmic Solution 0.09% because preservative testing failed, raising concerns about sterility.
Bedford Pharmacy is recalling Methylcobalamin (Bacteriostatic) 1 mg/mL Injection due to a lack of assurance of sterility. The product was distributed in New Hampshire and Massachusetts.
Bedford Pharmacy is recalling P-P-P (COBAL) 30-1-5/mL Injection vials because the agency could not ensure the product was sterile. The recall affects vials distributed in New Hampshire and Massachusetts.
Micro Bird is recalling 2015 T-Series school buses because an undersized electrical wire in the mirror system may overheat and cause a fire.
ViewRay is recalling four MRIdian Radiation Therapy Systems because the patient couch may move unexpectedly if an encoder fails and the system is restarted.
Clinical Innovations, LLC is voluntarily recalling the Ebb Complete Tamponade System due to a potential balloon leak that may prevent the device from delivering therapy when needed.
Old Time Candy is recalling 72 containers of French Burnt Peanuts because the packaging fails to list peanuts, sugar, artificial colors, and salt as ingredients.
Krud Kutter is recalling about 85,000 adhesive removers because the packaging is not child-resistant and the labels lack required hazard warnings.
Innopower is recalling specific Hawk climbing sticks because the folding steps can bend or break, posing a fall hazard. Consumers should stop using the products and contact the company for a free replacement.
Liquid Force is recalling about 2,050 Response kiteboard control systems because the release mechanism can stick, posing a risk of injury to users.
Bedford Pharmacy is recalling P-P-P (COBAL) 30-2-30/mL injections because of a lack of assurance of sterility. The product was distributed in New Hampshire and Massachusetts.
DJO, LLC is recalling Monode Shortwave Accessories due to overheating and burning of the wire insulation inside the applicator.
Jayco is recalling 2016 Eagle Half Ton fifth wheel trailers because they lack required warning labels on the towing hitch regarding weight limits and braking.
Zimmer GmbH is recalling 57,603 units of Natural Nail CM Long intramedullary fixation rods because compromised outer trays may lead to periprosthetic infection.
Midway Importing, Inc. is recalling Sedalmex pain reliever tablets due to potential cross-contamination with cephalosporin. Consumers should stop using the product and return it to the point of purchase.
Tastee Apple Inc. is recalling Plain Caramel Apples because the product contains peanuts that are not listed on the label.
Ohm Laboratories is recalling Premier Value Loratadine Orally Disintegrating Tablets because an assay test result was out of specification.
Actavis is recalling 13,284 bottles of Metformin Hydrochloride Extended-Release Tablets, 1000 mg, because they failed dissolution specifications at the 8-hour timepoint.
Boehringer Ingelheim Roxane Inc. is recalling 5,160 bottles of Furosemide Tablets USP because the wrong active ingredient was used during manufacturing.
Ferring Pharmaceuticals is recalling 32,341 vials of Bravelle 75 IU because the drug was found to be subpotent. The recall is voluntary and nationwide.
Ohm Laboratories is recalling Meijer Loratadine Orally Disintegrating Tablets due to an out-of-specification assay result.
Win Luck Trading Inc is recalling Grove Grow Notes Glutinous Rice because it contains undeclared alcohol. The product was distributed in New Jersey.
Ohm Laboratories is recalling 311 boxes of Allergy Relief (Loratadine) tablets due to an out-of-specification assay result.
Perez Casas Enterprises is recalling Candy El Pecas Mango Chile due to undeclared Yellow #5 and Red #40 dyes.
Materne North America is voluntarily recalling GoGo SQueeZ Applesauce, Apple Strawberry, due to the potential presence of mold.
Materne North America is voluntarily recalling GoGo SQueeZ Applesauce, Apple Pumpkin Cinnamon, due to the potential presence of mold.
Perez Casas Enterprises is recalling watermelon lollipops because they contain undeclared Yellow #5 and Red #40 dyes.
Materne North America is voluntarily recalling GoGo SQueeZ Applesauce, Apple Banana, due to the potential presence of mold. The recall affects 34,573 cases distributed in the US and Canada.
Materne North America is voluntarily recalling GoGo SQueeZ Applesauce, Apple Peach Sweet Potato, due to the potential presence of mold.
Materne North America is voluntarily recalling GoGo SQueeZ Applesauce, Apple Grape, due to the potential presence of mold.
Ohm Laboratories is recalling specific batches of Leader Loratadine Orally Disintegrating Tablets because they failed potency testing. Consumers should stop using the affected products.
The Mentholatum Company is recalling WellPatch Capsaicin Pain Relief Patches because the word 'not' was missing from safety instructions, potentially leading to improper use.
Toshiba is recalling 459 Aquilion CT Systems because specific multi-phase scanning operations may prevent raw data from being saved.
Materne North America is voluntarily recalling GoGo SQueeZ Applesauce, Apple Pear, due to the potential presence of mold. The recall affects 34,573 cases distributed in the US and Canada.
Ohm Laboratories is recalling HEB Loratadine Orally Disintegrating Tablets because an out-of-specification assay result indicated the drug was superpotent.
Looking for a different month? Back to 2015.