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585 recalls were announced in August 2015.
Of the 585 recalls this month scored against our rubric, 13% are Critical, 15% are Severe.
Which agencies issued them
General Motors is recalling 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt vehicles because a misrouted wiring harness may disable the driver-side curtain air bag, increasing injury risk in a crash.
Goshen Coach is recalling 1,494 model year 2014-2015 vans because driver and passenger seat bolts may not be properly tightened, increasing injury risk in a crash.
Nissan is recalling 2015 Armada vehicles because front seat belt buckles may not latch or unlatch properly, increasing crash injury risk.
Keystone RV Company is recalling certain 2014-2016 Avalanche, Alpine, and Laredo models because a rear window labeled as an emergency exit may be blocked by a ladder.
Subaru is recalling 2015-2016 Legacy and Outback vehicles because a deformed seal cap may allow transmission oil to leak onto the exhaust pipe, creating a fire risk.
Victor's Market Company is recalling approximately 7,368 pounds of chicken products because they were slaughtered under religious exemption, which was not declared on the label.
LGS Industries is recalling 3,612 model year 2015-2016 Look, Pace, and Cargo Express trailers because the coupler latch may not fully lock, risking separation from the tow vehicle.
Starcraft RV is recalling 2015-2016 Launch Ultra Lite trailers because improperly secured furnaces may release hazardous exhaust fumes into the cabin.
Viking Range is expanding a recall for about 17,300 dishwashers manufactured before April 2011 because an electrical component can overheat and cause fires.
Turtle Top is recalling certain 2012 Van Terra XL and Odyssey XL transit buses because their windows may not meet federal safety loading requirements.
Volvo is recalling 2016 XC90 vehicles because third-row side curtain air bags may not fully inflate, increasing injury risk in a crash.
The Children's Place is recalling boys' varsity jackets because metal snaps could detach and pose a choking hazard to young children.
Forest River is recalling 2014-2015 Vengeance vehicles because the gross vehicle weight rating on the certification label is incorrect, which could lead to vehicle overloading.
Precious Cargo is recalling infant one-piece garments because the snaps can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children. No injuries have been reported.
Draeger Medical is recalling 373 Fabius MRI anesthesia machines because their parts can be loosened by the magnetic field of MRI equipment.
Forest River is recalling 2015 Palomino PaloMini vehicles because axle tube cambers may be installed upside down, increasing crash risk.
Brett Anthony Foods is recalling 8 oz Vegetable Chili containers in Illinois due to undeclared milk, a major food allergen.
Rising Sun Farms Inc is recalling Nut Free Pesto due to contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. The product was distributed in Florida and Nevada.
Skeletal Kinetics is recalling 67 kits of InjectionPlasty 1.0 Bone Void Filler due to reports of venous uptake, DVT, and pulmonary embolism in implanted patients.
Forest River is recalling 634 model year 2015-2016 XLR trailers because strained wiring at the external power inlet may loosen and arc, increasing the risk of a vehicle fire.
The Anspach Effort, Inc. is recalling 79 Anspach 5MM Fluted Ball dissection tools because the shaft exposure may be greater than labeled when used with certain attachments.
Newmar is recalling 82 model year 2015-2016 Mountain Aire, King Aire, and Essex motor homes because the air suspension control module may lose power, potentially affecting vehicle control.
Winnebago is recalling 2012-2016 Era recreational vehicles because certification labels list incorrect front tire inflation pressures, which could lead to tire failure.
DRV Suites is recalling specific fifth wheel travel trailers because front side reflex reflectors are located above the maximum height of 60 inches, failing to comply with FMVSS 108.
Felling Trailers is recalling 92 model year 2016 FT-6T tilting trailers because improper fender placement may cause tires to rub, potentially leading to tire failure and a crash.
Hamilton Medical is recalling 248 Hamilton-G5 ventilators because the display can freeze, preventing users from operating the device while ventilation continues.
The Anspach Effort, Inc. is recalling 72 Anspach Extra Coarse Diamond Ball tools because the labeled shaft exposure may be inconsistent with actual use, potentially resulting in greater exposure.
FDA is recalling OxiMax N-65 handheld pulse oximeters because missing display segments may cause users to misinterpret oxygen saturation and pulse rate data.
Philips Medical Systems is recalling two Brilliance iCT SP CT systems due to software issues affecting image quality, dose control, and heart rate measurement.
Oxysure Systems is recalling 1,005 Model 615 oxygen cartridges because they do not meet FDA flow rate standards.
The FDA is recalling OxiMax N-560 Pulse Oximeters because missing display segments may cause users to misinterpret oxygen saturation and pulse rate data.
Tornier, Inc. is recalling 99 Aequalis Humeral Nail Targeting Jigs because the mast can separate from the boom, potentially affecting surgical alignment and screw fixation.
Siemens is recalling ACUSON S 1000, S 2000, and S 3000 ultrasound systems due to a potential measurement error in the Doppler manual trace tool that could lead to misdiagnosis.
The Anspach Effort, Inc. is recalling 70 G1 dissection tools because the shaft exposure may be greater than labeled when used with certain attachments.
Ameritrans is recalling 2015 225 vehicles because the back-up camera may display reversed images, increasing the risk of a crash.
Grand BK Corp. is recalling Goodies By Nature RAW Cashews because of Salmonella contamination. The product was distributed in several states via H Mart stores.
Dairy Farmers of America is recalling specific Sandwich Mate cheese slices because a piece of plastic film might remain attached to the product.
The Anspach Effort, Inc. is recalling 70 Anspach 5MM Diamond Ball dissection tools because the shaft exposure may be greater than labeled when used with certain attachments.
The Anspach Effort, Inc. is recalling 177 fluted drum dissection tools because the shaft exposure may be greater than labeled when used with certain attachments.
Philips is recalling 159 Ingenuity CT scanners due to software errors affecting dose control, image artifacts, and heart rate measurement.
Otto Bock Healthcare GmbH is voluntarily recalling 3R62 Pheon prosthetic knee joints because the locking function may fail, potentially causing a fall.
Prism Medical is recalling P-440 Portable Ceiling Lifts because sling loops may not stay attached to the carry bar hooks.
The Anspach Effort, Inc. is recalling 138 fluted drum dissection tools because the shaft exposure may be greater than labeled when used with certain attachments.
The Anspach Effort, Inc. is recalling 99 G1 dissection tools because the labeled shaft exposure may be inconsistent with actual usage, potentially resulting in greater exposure than specified.
EXP Pharmaceutical Services Corp is recalling TAUT Intraducer Peritoneal Catheters because the company failed to register as a medical device establishment or maintain its own quality system.
Encore Medical is recalling 10 units of Foundation Knee System cut blocks because markings are mis-oriented, which could lead to improper surgical cuts.
The Anspach Effort, Inc. is recalling 70 G1 dissection tools because the labeled shaft exposure may be inconsistent with actual use, potentially resulting in greater exposure than specified.
Prism Medical is recalling 409 P-600 Portable Ceiling Lifts because sling loops may not stay attached to the carry bar hooks.
Medtronic MiniMed is recalling 620G and 640G insulin pumps because the bolus screen may fail to timeout, displaying outdated dosing information.
Philips is recalling 139 Ingenuity Core 128 CT scanners due to software errors affecting image quality, dose control, and heart rate monitoring.
Dairy Farmers of America is recalling specific fat-free Swiss cheese products because plastic film strips may remain attached to the slices.
Atkins Nutritionals is voluntarily recalling specific cartons of Atkins Chocolate Candies because they may contain sachets of Atkins Peanut Candies.
The Anspach Effort, Inc. is recalling 246 units of the 4mm Diamond Ball dissection tool because the shaft exposure may be greater than labeled when used with certain attachments.
Philips is recalling 38 Brilliance iCT CT systems due to software errors affecting dose control, heart rate measurement, and image artifacts.
Philips is recalling 82 Ingenuity Core CT systems due to software errors affecting image quality, dose control, and heart rate monitoring.
Symmetry Surgical is recalling 2,708 units of disposable towel clamps due to a lack of sterility assurance. The affected sterile products were distributed in the US, Germany, and Mexico.
Disney Store is recalling about 300 Gadget Pencil Cases because the magnets on the lids can detach and be swallowed, posing a serious internal injury risk to children.
MZB is recalling about 1.9 million children's watches because the case-back can detach, exposing the interior to water and causing skin irritation or chemical burns.
Mutual Pharmaceutical is recalling Clonidine Hydrochloride Tablets because the drug substance was dispensed in unauthorized rooms, violating cGMP standards.
EXP Pharmaceutical Services Corp is recalling GIA Auto Suture Loading Units because the company failed to register as a medical device establishment or establish a quality system.
EXP Pharmaceutical Services Corp is recalling two units of laparoscopic insufflation needles due to regulatory non-compliance regarding establishment registration and quality systems.
EXP Pharmaceutical Services Corp is recalling 12mm vascular transcatheter septal occluders because the company failed to register as a medical device establishment or establish a quality system.
EXP Pharmaceutical Services Corp is recalling six Stryker Round Fluted Bur devices due to the company's failure to register as a medical device establishment.
The Anspach Effort, Inc. is recalling 65 Fluted Drum dissection tools because the specified shaft exposure may be inconsistent with attachments, potentially resulting in greater exposure.
EXP Pharmaceutical Services Corp is recalling SECURESTRAP 5mm Absorbable Strap Fixation Devices because the company failed to register as a medical device establishment or maintain its own quality system.
EXP Pharmaceutical Services Corp is recalling a medical device exchange product because the company failed to register as a medical device establishment or establish its own quality system.
Dairy Farmers of America is recalling specific Borden and Cumberland cheese products because plastic film strips may remain attached to the slices.
The Anspach Effort, Inc. is recalling 88 G1 dissection tools because the labeled shaft exposure may be inconsistent with actual use, potentially resulting in greater exposure than specified.
EXP Pharmaceutical Services Corp is recalling 10MM Vascular Transcatheter Septal Occluders because the company failed to register as a medical device establishment or establish its own quality system.
The Anspach Effort, Inc. is recalling 80 G1 dissection tools because the labeled shaft exposure may be inconsistent with actual use, potentially resulting in greater exposure than specified.
Hardy Diagnostics is recalling several clinical culture media products, including BHI with Ciprofloxacin, because they lack FDA 510(k) clearance.
EXP Pharmaceutical Services Corp is recalling 5.5mm BioComposite Corkscrew Suture Anchors because the company failed to register as a medical device establishment or maintain its own quality system.
The Anspach Effort, Inc. is recalling 353 Fluted Ball dissection tools because the labeled shaft exposure may be inconsistent with actual usage.
EXP Pharmaceutical Services Corp is recalling three GelPort Laparoscopic Systems because the company failed to register as a medical device establishment or maintain its own quality system.
Dairy Farmers of America is recalling specific imitation cheese products because a piece of plastic film might remain attached to the cheese slice.
Mutual Pharmaceutical is recalling Clonidine Hydrochloride Tablets because the drug substance was dispensed in unauthorized rooms, violating cGMP standards.
Musculoskeletal Transplant Foundation is recalling one lot of Allograft Cortical Pins because the 2.0 mm label may contain 2.4 mm pins.
Hardy Diagnostics is recalling MDR Acinetobacter and other diagnostic media because they lack FDA 510(k) clearance.
EXP Pharmaceutical Services Corp is recalling two units of tracheal stent sizing devices due to regulatory non-compliance regarding establishment registration and quality systems.
Ivoclar Vivadent is recalling IPS Empress Universal Glaze Spray because complaints indicated coarse particles in the glazed surface of dental restorations.
EXP Pharmaceutical Services Corp is recalling four units of Trocar VersaPort Plus V2 devices because the company failed to register as a medical device establishment or maintain its own quality system.
EXP Pharmaceutical Services Corp is recalling Stryker Round Fluted Burs because the company failed to register as a medical device establishment or maintain a quality system.
EXP Pharmaceutical Services Corp is recalling seven sterile laparoscope pouches because the company failed to register as a medical device establishment or maintain a quality system.
Dairy Farmers of America is recalling specific fat-free cheese products because a piece of plastic film strip might remain attached to the cheese slice.
Dairy Farmers of America is recalling Borden Grilled Cheese Melts because a piece of plastic film might remain attached to the cheese slice.
Dairy Farmers of America is recalling fat free white American cheese singles because plastic film strips may remain attached to the slices.
Dairy Farmers of America is recalling Borden 2% Pepper Jack White cheese because plastic film strips may remain attached to the slices.
Dairy Farmers of America is recalling reduced-fat cheese products because a piece of plastic film strip might remain attached to the cheese slice.
Dairy Farmers of America is recalling American Cheddar Flavor Slices because a piece of plastic film might remain attached to the cheese.
Dairy Farmers of America is recalling Borden 2% Sharp Cheddar cheese because plastic film strips may remain attached to the slices.
Dairy Farmers of America is recalling reduced fat cheese products because a piece of plastic film might remain attached to the cheese slice.
Dairy Farmers of America is recalling Marvella American Pasteurized Cheese Singles because a piece of plastic film might remain attached to the cheese slice.
Dairy Farmers of America is recalling Sensations Southwest Pepper Jack cheese because plastic film strips may remain attached to the slices.
Dairy Farmers of America is recalling Borden Sensations Applewood Bacon Cheddar because a piece of plastic film might remain attached to the cheese slice.
Boehringer Ingelheim is recalling 358,647 Combivent Respimat inhalers because the delivery system may fail to spray properly.
The Anspach Effort, Inc. is recalling 95 G1 dissection tools because the specified shaft exposure may be greater than labeled when used with certain attachments.
The Anspach Effort, Inc. is recalling 110 Anspach Fluted Barrel dissection tools because the specified shaft exposure may be inconsistent with attachments, potentially resulting in greater exposure.
EXP Pharmaceutical Services Corp is recalling three units of implantable skin staple systems because the company failed to register as a medical device establishment or establish a quality system.
The Anspach Effort, Inc. is recalling 115 fluted drum dissection tools because the specified shaft exposure may be inconsistent with certain attachments, potentially resulting in greater exposure than labeled.
The Anspach Effort, Inc. is recalling 227 Fluted Acorn dissection tools because the shaft exposure may be greater than labeled when used with certain attachments.
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