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766 recalls were announced in August 2016.
Of the 766 recalls this month scored against our rubric, 10% are Critical, 26% are Severe.
Which agencies issued them
The Father's Table is recalling GFS Raspberry Lemonade Cheesecake because it contains undeclared peanut protein.
The Metrix Company is recalling container fill and transfer sets because they may not meet designed accuracy specifications when dispensing into bags.
The Metrix Company is recalling 93 AUTOCOMP6 XP High Speed Compounders because they cannot meet designed accuracy specifications when dispensing into bags.
Casey's Bakery is recalling Almond Patties because the product contains butter but fails to declare the milk allergen.
Frito-Lay is recalling 20-count SunChips & Rold Gold Mix packages due to a potential for undeclared peanuts. Consumers should stop eating the product and return it to the store.
Toyota is recalling 2010-2015 4Runners with aftermarket exhaust tips that may burn people standing behind the vehicle.
Integra LifeSciences Corp. is recalling 27 units of the External Fixation System Rocker Bottom because the embedded silicone insert may become dislodged or loose.
E-One is recalling one 2015 Typhoon emergency vehicle because a touchscreen may activate accessories without operator input, increasing crash risk.
Frito-Lay is recalling specific Rold Gold pretzel products due to the potential presence of undeclared peanuts.
Porta Inc. is recalling about 60,000 residential elevators because plastic door locks may fail, allowing doors to open before the car arrives and posing a fall hazard.
Frito-Lay is recalling 217,248 units of Baked and Popped Variety Packs nationwide due to potential undeclared peanuts.
The Father's Table is recalling GFS Creamy Indulgence NY Style Cheesecake because it contains undeclared peanut protein.
Grossglockner Inc. is recalling approximately 204 pounds of pork sausage bangers because the packaging labels failed to declare wheat, a common allergen.
Zimmer GmbH is recalling two Avenir Moller hip stem models due to a packaging mix-up that could lead to the use of the incorrect implant.
The Father's Table is recalling GFS Brownie Cheesecake because it contains undeclared peanut protein, posing a risk to individuals with peanut allergies.
Beckman Coulter is recalling Allegra X-5 rotor yokes because a defect allows improper rotor seating, which could lead to rotor failure if buckets are loaded in an imbalanced configuration.
Draeger Medical is recalling 1,599 Babytherm infant warmers due to a risk associated with operating the device in skin temperature mode without a patient connected.
The Metrix Company is recalling 250 mL and 500 mL container fill and transfer sets because the associated auto compounding device cannot meet designed accuracy specifications when dispensing into bags.
LeMaitre Vascular is recalling 256 units of Anastoclip AC Clips because marketing materials incorrectly stated they could be used for dura closure.
Sagent Pharmaceuticals is recalling Oxacillin for Injection due to the presence of small, dark particulate matter in the solution after reconstitution.
Pentax Medical is recalling Video Processor EPK-i5010 units because they were shipped with a water bottle assembly not cleared for use in the United States.
The Metrix Company is recalling Dual Chamber Container fill and transfer sets because the associated auto compounding device cannot meet designed accuracy specifications for dispensing volume.
LeMaitre Vascular is recalling 39 units of the Anastoclip Universal Clip Remover because marketing materials incorrectly stated the device could be used for dura closure.
Smith & Nephew is recalling 185 units of Spherical Head Reflection 6.5 mm Cancellous Screws because the packaging contained 35mm screws instead of the labeled 25mm size.
Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics is recalling specific lots of Theophylline reagents because they may exhibit increased imprecision when used with certain quality control materials.
Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics is recalling specific lots of Syva EMIT 2000 Theophylline reagents due to potential increased imprecision when used with certain quality control materials.
Best Theratronics is recalling 128 cabinet x-ray systems used to irradiate blood products because they failed to comply with performance standards.
LeMaitre Vascular is recalling 471 units of AnastoClip AC Clips because marketing materials incorrectly suggested they could be used for dura closure.
Pentax Medical is recalling the EPK-i5010 Video Processor because it was shipped with a water bottle assembly not cleared for use in the United States.
The Metrix Company is recalling 323 AUTOCOMP6 High Speed Compounders because the devices cannot meet designed accuracy specifications when dispensing into bags.
LeMaitre Vascular is recalling 20 units of the Anastoclip Universal Clip Remover because marketing materials incorrectly stated the device could be used for dura closure, while it is only intended for cardiovascular use.
MicroAire is recalling 29 units of Endotine Transbleph 3.5 because the side label lists an incorrect part number.
The Metrix Company is recalling Dual Chamber Containers because the associated auto-compounding device cannot meet accuracy specifications when dispensing into the bags.
Teva North America is recalling Divalproex Sodium Delayed-release Tablets because they failed tablet specifications. The recall covers 14,370 units distributed nationwide and in Puerto Rico.
Beckman Coulter is recalling UniCel DxC Synchron Clinical Systems because the No Foam Bottle Assembly may leak solution.
Pentax Medical is recalling the EPK-i5010 Video Processor because it was shipped with a water bottle assembly not cleared for use in the United States.
Actavis Inc is recalling Dextroamphetamine Sulfate Extended-Release Capsules because they failed to meet dissolution specifications. The recall covers 8,062 units distributed nationwide.
Pentax Medical is recalling the EPK-i5010 Video Processor because it was shipped with a water bottle assembly not cleared for use in the United States.
Pentax Medical is recalling Video Processor EPK-i5010 units shipped with a water bottle assembly not cleared for US use.
Pentax Medical is recalling the EPK-i5010 Video Processor because it was shipped with a water bottle assembly not cleared for use in the United States.
LeMaitre Vascular is recalling 55 units of the Anastoclip Universal Clip Remover because marketing materials incorrectly stated the device could be used for dura closure.
LeMaitre Vascular is recalling the Anastoclip Universal Clip Remover because marketing materials incorrectly stated the device could be used for dura closure, though it is only intended for cardiovascular use.
Sustainable Community Development LLC is recalling Xtra Immunity Brown Rice Antioxidant Probiotic Extract because the dietary supplement contains drug claims, making it misbranded.
LeMaitre Vascular is recalling 170 units of the Anasto AC Closure System because marketing materials incorrectly stated the device could be used for dura closure.
Alere San Diego is recalling Henry Schein One Step + Mono Rapid Test Devices because the product labeling incorrectly identifies the positive control material as human plasma.
Alere San Diego, Inc. is recalling the Cardinal Health Mono Rapid Test because the product labeling incorrectly identifies the positive control material as human plasma.
Alere San Diego, Inc. is recalling Proadvantage Mono Rapid Test Cassettes because the product labeling incorrectly identifies the positive control material as human plasma.
Teva North America is recalling 2,506 vials of MitoXANTRONE Injection USP because high levels of Impurity D were detected.
Alere San Diego is recalling the Stanbio Rely Mono Rapid Test because the product labeling incorrectly identifies the positive control material as human plasma.
Alere San Diego is recalling Signify Mono tests because the product labeling incorrectly identifies the positive control material as human plasma.
Alere San Diego is recalling Clearview MONO tests because the product labeling incorrectly identifies the positive control material as human plasma.
Alere San Diego is recalling Acceava Mono II Rapid Test Strips because the product labeling incorrectly identifies the positive control material as human plasma.
Tosoh Bioscience is recalling 41 sets of Progesterone 3 Calibrators because the included Instructions for Use (IFU) listed the incorrect lot number.
Aluma/KLM is recalling 2011-2015 8605T, 8610T, and 8612T trailers because misaligned axle mounts may detach, increasing crash risk.
Aluma/KLM is recalling 2011-2015 5410T and 5410WD trailers because missing welds may cause the tongue to separate, increasing crash risk.
Hyundai is recalling 3,031 model year 2015 Genesis sedans because the instrument cluster may display incorrect speed or warning lights, increasing crash risk.
Starbucks is recalling approximately 2.5 million stainless steel straws sold in the U.S. because the rigid design poses a risk of mouth lacerations to young children.
Hyundai is recalling 64,500 2013 Elantra vehicles because a deteriorating brake pedal stopper pad can prevent the brake light switch from retracting, increasing crash risk.
BYA Sports is recalling approximately 760 double hammocks because a weld on the metal ring can fail, causing the hammock to fall and posing a fall hazard to users.
E-Ride is recalling 1,038 EXV2 and EXV4 electric utility vehicles because they may lack a required red rear reflector, increasing crash risk.
Thor Motor Coach is recalling specific 2012-2017 motorhomes because the shower curtains may not resist catching fire, increasing injury risk.
Heartland is recalling specific 2015-2017 travel trailers and fifth wheels because an LED light may short circuit and overheat, increasing fire risk.
Michael Angelo's Gourmet Foods is recalling 5,677 pounds of frozen shrimp scampi and meat lasagna due to misbranding and undeclared allergens like chicken, egg, soy, and shrimp.
KME is recalling 112 fire trucks because a transmission component may fail, preventing operators from switching power output needed for firefighting.
E-One is recalling 2015-2016 Cyclone II and Typhoon fire trucks because a transmission component may fail, preventing the vehicle from pumping water to fight fires.
Jayco is recalling 2013-2017 Redhawk motorhomes because the shower curtains may not resist catching fire, posing an injury risk.
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