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559 recalls were announced in March 2015.
Of the 559 recalls this month scored against our rubric, 18% are Critical, 26% are Severe.
Which agencies issued them
Altec is recalling 2014 Aerial Devices because a counterbalance valve may crack, causing hydraulic leaks and unintended boom movement that increases injury risk.
Gourmet Kitchen Inc. is recalling approximately 16,722 pounds of beef and chicken appetizers due to misbranding and an undeclared peanut allergen.
Bear Creek Smokehouse is recalling approximately 3,700 pounds of beef products because they contain soy, a known allergen not declared on the label.
BMW is recalling certain 2014-2015 X5 vehicles because the Head Protection System air bag may not be securely connected to the inflator, increasing injury risk in a crash.
Toyota is recalling specific 2014-2015 Camry, Highlander, and RAV4 vehicles because a manufacturing defect in the electric power steering system may cause it to fail, increasing crash risk.
General Motors is recalling 2015 Buick Encore and Chevrolet Trax vehicles because steering column wear may cause sudden loss of power steering assist, increasing crash risk.
Grand Papa's Inc. is recalling approximately 644 pounds of fried pork skin products produced without federal inspection. The products were shipped to a retail location in Michigan.
Toyota is recalling 2,497 RAV4 EV vehicles because a software issue may cause the electric motor to shift to neutral, resulting in a loss of drive power.
BMW is recalling 2015 428i and 435i Convertibles because a programming error may cause the driver's front air bag to deploy at the wrong time, increasing injury risk in a crash.
General Motors is recalling 2011-2013 Chevrolet Volt vehicles because the engine may start automatically if the electrical system is left on, posing a carbon monoxide risk in enclosed spaces.
Bon Appetizers, LLC is recalling approximately 10,429 pounds of chicken products because they contain peanut, a known allergen, which is not declared on the label.
Westinghouse Lighting is recalling about 5,000 glass shade holders sold at Home Depot because an incorrectly wired pull chain switch poses a risk of electrical shock.
L & L Foods is recalling 30,665 pounds of bacon bits because the product contains soy lecithin, an allergen not listed on the label.
Levels of Discovery is recalling about 150 Fly Boy Airplane Rockers because red wooden knobs on the steering console can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
M&M's World is recalling about 19,000 youth loungewear pants because they fail federal flammability standards for children's sleepwear, posing a burn risk.
Jardine Foods Inc is recalling 300 units of Four Banditos Sampler because ingredients contained undeclared peanuts.
Stone Mountain Pecan Co. is recalling 540 packages of Pecanettes because the product tested positive for Salmonella. The affected packages were distributed in Georgia.
Jardine Foods Inc is recalling 3,576 units of Mesquite Barbecue Sauce because ingredients contained undeclared peanuts.
S&S Food Import Corp. is recalling uneviscerated dried roach fish due to potential Clostridium botulinum contamination. The product was distributed in six states.
Jardine Foods Inc is recalling Shotgun Willie's Texas Chili Seasoning because it contains undeclared peanuts.
Morris J. Golombeck, Inc. is recalling 115,000 lbs of ground cumin seed because it may contain undeclared peanut protein.
Whole Foods Market is recalling specific lots of Raw Macadamia Nuts because they tested positive for Salmonella. The product was distributed in six southeastern states.
Jardine Foods Inc is recalling D.L. Jardine's Texas Chili Bag O'Fixins Kit because ingredients contained undeclared peanuts.
Jardine Foods Inc is recalling 1,896 units of D.L. Jardine's Killer Barbecue Sauce because ingredients contained undeclared peanuts.
H-E-B is recalling Homestyle White Corn Tortillas in Texas due to the presence of corn stalk fragments.
Actavis Inc. is voluntarily recalling 29,405 cartons of Vancomycin Hydrochloride Capsules, USP, 250 mg, because the drug was found to be subpotent.
Mack is recalling 2012-2015 Pinnacle trucks because the fifth wheel latch switch may be pushed accidentally, causing the trailer to disconnect.
Sole Grano LLC is recalling Fairway Organic Cranberry Low Fat Granola because it may contain undeclared almond and wheat allergens.
BMW is recalling specific 2005-2011 motorcycles because the rear wheel mounting flange may crack if bolts are over-tightened, potentially causing the wheel to detach.
Indian Motorcycle is recalling 2015 Scout models because a rear brake master cylinder defect may cause reduced or lost braking power, increasing crash risk.
Bendix is recalling specific TR-3 Inversion Air Brake Valves because incorrect dimensions may cause brakes to drag and overheat, increasing the risk of a wheel end fire.
Kalmar is recalling 311 model year 2014-2015 Ottawa T2 terminal tractors because a battery cable may detach, causing the engine harness to melt and increasing the risk of a fire.
Sagent Pharmaceuticals is recalling Atracurium Besylate Injection vials because FDA observations regarding aseptic and GMP practices at the manufacturing site may have impacted product sterility.
Boston Scientific is recalling 14 IntellaTip MiFi radiofrequency ablation catheters due to reports of char formation on the distal tip electrodes.
Richard Wolf Medical Instruments Corp. is recalling 83 I-Cart units because transformers may overheat, causing smoke and black plastic material to leak from the chassis.
Sagent Pharmaceuticals is recalling Atracurium Besylate Injection vials because FDA observations suggest potential impacts on product sterility.
Jardine Foods Inc is recalling D.L. Jardine's Texas Chili Works due to undeclared peanuts in the ingredients.
Elekta, Inc. is recalling 907 Focal Sim radiation therapy treatment planning systems because the Monaco Image Statistics Tool may produce incorrect CT to ED values.
Halyard Health is recalling KimVent Closed Suction Systems for Adults because a hole or crack may cause air to leak. The recall affects 5 cases distributed to specific US states and Japan.
Izzio Artisan Bakery is voluntarily recalling a specific lot of Lemon Poppy Muffins because the product is undercooked and may contain undercooked egg.
Philips Medical Systems is recalling Allura Xper X-Ray Angiographic systems due to a software error that may prevent the five-minute fluoroscopy audible signal from sounding.
Zipline Medical is recalling Zip 8i Surgical Skin Closure Devices because the manufacturer's seal may be missing, compromising sterility assurance.
Zipline Medical is recalling Zip 8M Wound Closure Devices because the manufacturer's seal may be missing, compromising sterility assurance.
Siemens is recalling ADVIA Centaur Systems Progesterone Kits because results above 30 ng/mL show high bias. The recall covers 11,980 kits distributed worldwide.
Maquet is recalling 486 Servo-I ventilator CO2 analyzers worldwide due to a calibration problem caused by an internal circuit board defect.
T. Marzetti Company is recalling LaRosa's Creamy Garlic Dressing packets because ingredient labels were switched, resulting in undeclared milk, egg, and sulfites.
MegaMex Foods is recalling Herdez Chilpotle Peppers due to an undeclared wheat allergen. The recall covers 58,749 cases distributed nationwide.
T. Marzetti Company is recalling LaRosa's Italian Dressing packets because the ingredient labels were switched, potentially leaving undeclared milk, egg, or sulfite allergens.
Actavis Inc. is voluntarily recalling 51,472 cartons of Vancomycin Hydrochloride Capsules, USP, 125 mg, because the drug is subpotent.
Halyard Health is recalling KimVent Closed Suction Systems for Adults because a hole or crack was found that may cause air to leak.
Xoran Technologies is recalling 432 MiniCAT X-ray imaging devices nationwide due to out-of-tolerance kVp, unexposed frames, and out-of-tolerance dose.
Elekta, Inc. is recalling Monaco radiation therapy treatment planning systems because the Image Statistics Tool may incorrectly convert CT to ED values.
iCAD, Inc. is recalling DynaLOC Breast Interventional Planning Software Versions 3.1 and 3.2 because a device malfunction may cause biopsy needles to miss targets, potentially leading to incorrect diagnoses.
Halyard Health is recalling KimVent Wet Pak closed suction systems because a defect may cause air leaks.
Zipline Medical is recalling Zip 16 Surgical Skin Closure Devices because the manufacturer's seal may be missing, compromising sterility assurance.
Biosense Webster is recalling LASSO NAV Duo Loop eco Catheters due to reports of difficulty retracting and damage to the spine cover.
INO Therapeutics is recalling 45 INOmax DSIR units because a specific software and display combination may trigger false alarms, interrupting nitric oxide therapy.
Kroger is recalling approximately 140,000 Kids Korner children's zipper hooded sweatshirts because the zipper pull can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
SCARPA is recalling F1 EVO ski boots because the Tronic system may fail to release from bindings, posing a fall hazard.
Urban Outfitters is recalling four styles of Cheeky Teacups because gold paint accents can spark in the microwave, posing a fire hazard.
Baxter Healthcare is recalling 55 AMIA v1.0 APD Systems to add a warning about the risk of unintended increased intraperitoneal volume for vulnerable patients.
Remel Inc is recalling Oxoid Legionella BCYE Growth Supplement SR0110A because it may fail to recover Legionella pneumophila, leading to false negative test results.
Arjo Hospital Equipment AB is recalling 271 RotoRest Delta Advanced Therapy Systems because their labeling contains unapproved medical claims.
Stryker Howmedica Osteonics is recalling nine V40 femoral heads because they could not be assembled with their corresponding stem trunnions.
Arjo Hospital Equipment AB is recalling 226 Rotoprone Therapy Systems because their labeling and instructions for use contain unapproved medical claims.
Baxter is recalling Self-Righting Syringe Tip Caps because the latex symbol is missing from the labels.
Intuitive Surgical is recalling 706 Vacuum Source Tubing Sets for the EndoWrist Stabilizer because shipping damage may have compromised the sterile packaging.
Arrow International Inc. is recalling 165 units of FiberOptix Intra-Aortic Balloon Catheter Kits because the outer package label incorrectly identifies the product size.
Arjo Hospital Equipment AB is recalling 567 TriaDyne Proventa Critical Care Therapy Systems because their labeling and instructions for use contain unapproved medical claims.
Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics is recalling ADVIA Centaur Systems Progesterone Kits because results above 30 ng/mL may show high bias.
Hi-Tech Pharmacal is recalling 581 units of Ferrous Sulfate Elixir because stability testing showed out-of-specification pH results.
Qualitest Pharmaceuticals is recalling 2,808 bottles of Amlodipine Besylate tablets because one lot contains oversized tablets.
CooperSurgical is recalling 95 units of Pessary Kit-CUBE#2 because the packaging label displays the incorrect size.
Pfizer is recalling 139 bottles of Oxecta (oxycodone HCl) 7.5 mg tablets because they failed impurity and degradation specifications.
DePuy Orthopaedics is recalling one lot of SMARTSET GHV Gentamicin Bone Cement because it is partially agglomerated, which may cause surgical delays.
Akorn, Inc. is recalling Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray because the preservative benazalkonium chloride failed to meet stability specifications.
Actavis Elizabeth LLC is recalling 42 bottles of Dextroamphetamine Sulfate Extended-Release Capsules, 15 mg, because they failed dissolution specifications.
Siemens is recalling ADVIA Centaur Progesterone Kits due to high bias in results above 30 ng/mL. The recall affects 1,719 kits distributed worldwide.
Zimmer, Inc. is recalling specific Zimmer Segmental System hip stems because the PMMA coating may be missing or not meet specifications.
Pfizer is recalling 137 bottles of Oxecta (oxycodone HCl) 5 mg tablets because they failed impurity and degradation specifications.
Medtronic MiniMed is recalling CareLink Pro and CareLink Clinical software due to a defect that may cause inaccurate display of Temp Basal time and duration in reports.
Nanophase Technologies is recalling 4,104 cartons of Z-COTE HP 1 Transparent Zinc Oxide powder due to illegible labels where writing is rubbing off.
AvKARE Inc. is voluntarily recalling 214 unit dose packs of Quinapril 5 mg tablets nationwide because the medication is subpotent.
AvKARE Inc. is voluntarily recalling 431 unit dose packs of Quinapril Tablets USP, 40 mg, because the medication was found to be subpotent.
Mercedes-Benz is recalling 2015 C300 and C400 vehicles because the fuel delivery module may be improperly secured or have pinched wires, increasing the risk of fire or stalling.
Meritor is recalling specific MT-40-14X rear drive train axles because low lubricant levels may cause bearing failure and increase crash risk.
K.J. Sportswear is recalling about 9,200 children's Thor pajamas because they fail to meet federal flammability standards, posing a risk of burn injury.
Comet USA is recalling about 2,100 efco gas trimmers because the engine muffler can break during use, posing a fire hazard. Consumers should stop using the units and return them for a free replacement.
Blue Bird is recalling 2013-2016 All American and Vision school buses because incorrect fasteners may cause seat belts to be improperly anchored, increasing injury risk in crashes.
Mercedes-Benz is recalling certain CLS 400, 550, and 63 models because LED tail lights may not illuminate on the sides, reducing rear visibility and increasing crash risk.
Toyota is recalling 2012-2015 Yaris vehicles sold in Puerto Rico because the roof headliner may not provide proper occupant protection in a crash.
Winnebago is recalling 2015 ERA, View, and Itasca Navion vehicles because an incorrectly installed door component may make doors harder to open after a crash.
Harbor Freight is recalling specific Haul Master trailer light kits because they may fail to meet federal safety standards, potentially reducing trailer visibility to other drivers.
Tiffin Motorhomes is recalling 2014 Breeze motorhomes because a steering knuckle may fracture, potentially causing loss of vehicle control and increasing crash risk.
Haldex is recalling specific air brake actuators where an internal defect may cause brake drag and overheating, increasing the risk of fire.
Forest River is recalling 2015 XLR Nitro XLT31FQSL recreational vehicles because the fueling station hose may be too close to a fuel-burning appliance, increasing fire risk.
Forest River is recalling one 2015 XLR Hyperlite trailer because fuel vapors may ignite near a fuel-burning appliance. The unit is being repaired at the dealership before delivery.
Multiprens is recalling STK-100 triangle kits manufactured between October 2011 and July 2014 because they fail to meet Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 125.
Rapala is recalling StrikeMaster Lithium Lazer ice augers because the trigger switch may fail to turn off the unit, posing an injury risk.
PACCAR is recalling 2006-2016 Peterbilt trucks because tire labels may list incorrect pressure, risking tire failure and crashes.
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