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771 recalls were announced in May 2017.
Of the 771 recalls this month scored against our rubric, 6% are Critical, 23% are Severe.
Which agencies issued them
Abbott Medical Optics is recalling Healon V due to a remote possibility of microscopic glass particles from manufacturing damage.
Arthrex, Inc. is recalling specific Anthrex PEEK SwiveLock SP Vented anchors because some eyelets broke during insertion.
Givaudan Flavours Corp is recalling 50 lb bags of Chili Seasoning because an ingredient may contain Salmonella. The product was distributed to Illinois, Ohio, and Missouri.
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries is recalling Olanzapine Tablets, 7.5 mg, because they failed impurity specifications. The recall covers 6,138 bottles distributed nationwide and in Puerto Rico.
Med-Hot Thermal Imaging, Inc. is recalling 12 units of the MTI 2000 Thermal Imaging System because the indications for use are not cleared or approved for the U.S. market.
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries is recalling Olanzapine Tablets, 20 mg, because they failed impurity specifications. The recall covers 14,784 bottles distributed nationwide and in Puerto Rico.
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries is recalling specific lots of Olanzapine Tablets, 2.5 mg, because they failed impurity specifications.
Zimmer Biomet is recalling 49 Bone Dowell Harvest Tubes that were mislabeled as 8mm but are actually 9mm in size.
Smith & Nephew is recalling 12 units of Peri-Loc Volar Distal Radius plates that were laser-etched as left plates but packaged as right plates.
Vertical Pharmaceuticals is recalling one lot of OB Complete with DHA Prenatal Multivitamin because the label claim for Omega-3 Fatty Acids does not match the actual formulation.
Zimmer Biomet is recalling specific lots of Cobalt bone cement because a breach in the sterile Tyvek packaging could lead to loss of sterility.
Medtronic is recalling 36 units of PAK Needle Beveled and Trocar Tips because packaging may contain incorrect needle types instead of the required combination.
Stryker is recalling 65 PROFESS Registration Kits shipped near or past their expiration dates. The kits are used for intranasal and sinus surgery.
CooperSurgical is recalling lnflatoball Latex Rubber Pessaries because the secondary packaging incorrectly states the product is latex-free, despite being made of 100% latex.
Zimmer CAS is recalling 34 NDI P7 Position Sensors due to a manufacturing issue that may cause them to stop functioning during use.
Almore International Inc. is recalling Microfil Composite Instruments because packaging labels incorrectly display a sterile symbol, although the devices are not sterile.
PAR Sterile Products LLC is recalling Buprenorphine Hydrochloride Injection due to the presence of white, crystalline particulates in the vials.
Siemens is recalling 159 RAPIDPoint 500 Blood Gas Analyzers because a blank patient ID field may cause demographic errors.
Akorn, Inc. is recalling 1,292 kits of IC-Green (indocyanine green for injection) due to low pH values. The product was distributed nationwide.
Sanofi-Aventis is recalling 2,133 vials of Mozobil (plerixafor) nationwide because the package insert is incorrect or missing.
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA is recalling specific lots of Prednisolone Oral Solution because they failed stability specifications.
Mentor Texas, LP. is recalling 28 units of Mentor Smooth Round SPECTRUM Post-Operatively Adjustable Saline Breast Implants because the Dome Pack accessory is missing.
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries is recalling Olanzapine Tablets, 10 mg, because they failed impurity specifications. The recall covers 38,316 bottles distributed nationwide and in Puerto Rico.
Nova Bus is recalling 2016 LFS Artic transit buses because a network communication loss may cause the computer to apply full throttle without driver input.
PACCAR is recalling 2012-2018 Kenworth T800 and T880 trucks because an incorrectly sized brake control airline may increase stopping distance and crash risk.
USDA FSIS issued a public health alert for imported raw veal products potentially contaminated with E. coli O103. No illnesses have been reported.
Bradshaw International is recalling Bialetti coffee presses because the glass beakers can break during normal use, posing a laceration hazard.
Daytona Helmets International is recalling specific Skull Cap D1, D3, and D6 helmets manufactured in May 2015 because they may not adequately protect the wearer in a crash.
VanMoof is recalling B and S series bicycles because front fender bolts may not break during obstructions, posing fall and impact hazards.
Terex is recalling 2007-2016 aerial devices and digger derricks because the onboard electrical breaker may fail to trip during a short circuit, increasing the risk of user injury.
Terex is recalling 444 Digger Derricks and Aerial Devices from 2012-2017 because a hood switch may prevent remote engine shutdown, increasing injury risk.
Hickory Springs is recalling Summit-brand seat covers for RAM ProMaster, Ford Transit, and Mercedes Sprinter vehicles because the seam may prevent seat-mounted air bags from deploying.
Forest River is recalling 2018 Palomino recreational trailers because the Federal Placard lists incorrect tire and rim specifications, which may increase crash risk.
Green Chile Food Company is recalling approximately 252,854 pounds of ready-to-eat frozen burrito products because they may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
Keystone RV Company is recalling 2017-2018 Raptor fifth-wheel recreational trailers because tires may contact outriggers, risking tire damage and loss of control.
Valley Innovative Services is recalling approximately 130,071 pounds of frozen entrée products containing waffles due to possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination.
Honeywell is recalling SWIFT wireless gateways sold with fire alarm systems because they may fail to communicate with detectors during a fire, leaving occupants unalerted.
Little Passports is recalling Science Expeditions Northern Lights kits because the included battery packs can overheat and cause burns. No injuries have been reported.
Bombardier is recalling 2017 Can-Am Spyder RT motorcycles because a manufacturing error may cause headlights to shine too high, potentially blinding oncoming traffic.
Toyota is recalling 2013-2017 Tundra and Sequoia vehicles with specific aftermarket wheels because lugnuts may crack and detach, increasing crash risk.
Daimler Trucks North America is recalling 2016-2018 Thomas Built Buses Minotour school buses because occupant seats may lack reinforcement brackets, increasing injury risk in crashes.
Daimler Trucks North America is recalling 2017 Freightliner Cascadia and Western Star 5700 trucks because brittle axle output shafts may fracture, increasing crash risk.
Daimler Trucks is recalling 2014-2018 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner EFX and HDX school buses because occupant seats may lack under-rail washers, reducing anchorage strength.
Volkswagen is recalling 2012-2014 Passat diesel vehicles because a short heat shield may allow grease to leak and contact hot exhaust parts, increasing fire risk.
Daimler Trucks North America is recalling 2013-2018 Thomas Built Saf-T-Liner HDX buses because seat lap belts may be anchored to the seat rather than the bus structure, increasing injury risk in a crash.
Daimler Trucks North America is recalling 2013-2018 Thomas Built Saf-T-Liner HDX school buses because seat lap belts may be anchored to the seat rather than the bus structure.
Nature's Truth is recalling Slow Release Iron 45 mg supplements because the bottles do not meet child-resistant closure requirements. Consumers should keep the product away from children and return it for a refund or replacement.
Carrier and Bryant are recalling about 23,300 heat pumps because capacitors can fail, causing the units to overheat and pose a fire hazard.
NY Livestock Market, Inc. is recalling approximately 1,495 pounds of whole young chickens due to possible nitrofurazone contamination.
Meridian Medical Technologies is recalling EpiPen auto-injectors because the delivery system may fail to activate, preventing patients from receiving epinephrine.
Killer Brownie Distributing LLC is recalling German Chocolate Killer Brownies due to undeclared peanuts, a potential allergen hazard.
Ton Shen Health Inc is recalling Life Rising Formulas SHT Chest Relief capsules because the product is potentially contaminated with lead. The recall affects 37 bottles distributed in Illinois.
Killer Brownie Distributing LLC is recalling Original KB Killer Brownies due to undeclared peanuts. The product was distributed to Minnesota, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin.
Aroma Imports Inc is recalling Nabelsi Thyme (Zatar) in 450g and 4.5kg packages due to elevated lead levels. The product was distributed in five states.
Seafarers Inc. is recalling approximately 9,961 lbs of Fresh Jumbo Lump Crabmeat from Venezuela due to potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination.
Meridian Medical Technologies is recalling EpiPen Jr. auto-injectors because the delivery system may fail to activate, preventing patients from receiving epinephrine.
Killer Brownie Distributing LLC is recalling Killer Brownie products due to undeclared peanuts. The mislabeled items were distributed to five states.
La Granja Inc is recalling 4,000 units of 4-ounce mango ice cream bars due to possible Salmonella Enteritidis contamination. The product was distributed in Alabama, Georgia, North Carolina, and South Carolina.
Olde York Potato Chips is recalling Clancy's Snack Combo Packs sold at ALDI in eight states due to undeclared milk.
Beyond Meat is recalling specific lots of Beyond Beef Feisty Crumbles due to undeclared peanuts. The recall covers products distributed in California, Florida, Missouri, and Illinois.
Seafarers Inc. is recalling pre-cooked, chilled Fresh Lump Crabmeat because it may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. The product was distributed to nine states.
Temsa is recalling 2014-2017 TS45 motorcoaches because improper fasteners on the leveling valve linkage may loosen and detach, potentially damaging tires and increasing crash risk.
Olympus is recalling 863 Endoeye HD II video telescopes because a damaged temperature sensor can cause the tip to become abnormally hot.
Seafarers Inc. is recalling pre-cooked, chilled Fresh Claw Crabmeat from Venezuela because it may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
Sysmex America Inc is recalling XN-10 and XN-11 hematology analyzers due to a risk of fire caused by misaligned internal protective sheets.
Roche Diabetes Care is recalling specific versions of the Accu-Chek Connect app because a bug in the Bolus Advisor feature may provide incorrect insulin dosing advice.
Kabob's Acquisition is recalling approximately 5,946 pounds of Monte Cristo sandwiches because a French toast ingredient was recalled for possible Listeria contamination.
Weaver Popcorn Co. is recalling Trail's End Chicago sports collection snack tins due to potential Salmonella contamination.
Killer Brownie Distributing LLC is recalling Peanut Butter KB Killer Brownies due to undeclared peanuts. The product was distributed to five states.
Tradewind Foods is recalling Goya Octopus in Vegetable Oil because the product contains squid instead of octopus, posing a risk to consumers with seafood allergies.
Becton Dickinson is recalling 57,750 units of BD FlowSmart Set MiniMed Pro-set in California due to reports of bent catheters causing high blood glucose.
Natus Medical is recalling neoBLUE 2 phototherapy lights sold from 2003 to 2008 to prevent the use of replacement boards that allow higher light intensity than originally cleared.
Urban Remedy is voluntarily recalling 656 bottles of Whole Foods Market Cold Pressed Juice, Apple, because the product was mislabeled and contains undeclared tree nuts.
Roho Inc. is recalling 5,646 units of ROHO High and Mid Profile cushions because the Smart Check tool may cause improper inflation, increasing the risk of skin or soft tissue injury.
Tradewind Foods is recalling Goya Octopus in Hot Sauce because the product contains squid instead of octopus, posing a risk to consumers with octopus allergies.
Arro Corporation is recalling 10-gram packets of Chili Spice Blend due to possible Salmonella contamination. The product was distributed in Ohio.
Medtronic is recalling MiniMed 620G and 640G insulin pumps with software version 2.6 or below because a software anomaly can prevent the internal battery from charging, leading to pump shutdown.
Breg Inc is recalling sterile dressings (P/N 02328) because a small percentage may have unsealed pouches, rendering them non-sterile.
AM Conservation Group is recalling about 37,000 luminescent night lights because they can overheat and pose a fire hazard. Consumers should stop using the products and contact the firm for a free replacement.
Breg Inc is recalling 2,609 units of Dressing Rect L (P/N 02428) because some may have unsealed pouches, rendering them non-sterile.
Tradewind Foods is recalling Goya Octopus in Garlic Sauce because the product contains squid instead of octopus. This mislabeling poses a risk to consumers with seafood allergies.
Bard Peripheral Vascular Inc. is recalling 570 units of MR GHIATAS Beaded Breast Localization Wire because they may be non-MR compatible instead of MR compatible.
Nassau Candy is recalling H.E. B. brand Pomegranate Infused Cranberries Covered in Dark Chocolate because the product may contain undeclared almonds.
Graco is recalling specific My Ride 65 convertible child seats because the webbing may not adequately restrain a child in a crash, increasing injury risk.
Sprague Devices is recalling Heavy-Duty Bus Pantograph Wiper Arms because the mounting casting may crack, causing the arms to bend or detach and reducing driver visibility.
Terumo Medical Corporation is recalling SurFlo IV Catheters because a small percentage may have damage that allows the catheter to break during withdrawal.
Merge Healthcare is recalling 23 Schiller CO2 sensors that may display false clogging alarms, potentially adding bias to CO2 measurements and affecting alarm notifications.
Dale Medical Products is recalling Stabilock Endotracheal Adhesive Bases because the adhesive faceplate may lose its properties and fail to adhere to the patient's face.
Dale Medical Products is recalling Stabilock Endotracheal Tube Holders because the adhesive faceplate may lose its properties and fail to adhere to the patient's face.
Medtronic is voluntarily recalling Newport HT70 and HT70 Plus ventilators because they may shut down spontaneously without an alarm during normal operation.
Ardent Mills is recalling Safeguard Flour product code 5122286 in 50 lb bags because it may be contaminated with Salmonella.
The Anspach Effort, Inc. is recalling 50 units of the SMALL ATTACHMENT, JACOBS CHUCK because the supplied directions for use did not contain a recommended service interval.
The Anspach Effort, Inc. is recalling 439 eMax2 Plus consoles because the supplied directions for use did not contain a recommended service interval.
The Anspach Effort, Inc. is recalling five B-Sagittal Assembly pneumatic systems because the supplied directions for use did not contain a recommended service interval.
The Anspach Effort, Inc. is recalling 148 Standard Craniotomes because the supplied directions for use did not include a recommended service interval.
Boston Scientific is voluntarily removing three lots of JETSTREAM atherectomy catheters because some units were mislabeled with incorrect sizes.
The Anspach Effort, Inc. is recalling 679 Pediatric Craniotomes because the supplied directions for use did not contain a recommended service interval.
The Anspach Effort, Inc. is recalling 16 units of the 26.65cm Attachment, Black Max because the supplied directions for use did not contain a recommended service interval.
The Anspach Effort, Inc. is recalling 320 SC2100 Foot Controls because the supplied directions for use did not contain a recommended service interval.
Tradewind Foods is recalling Goya Octopus in Olive Oil because the product contains squid instead of octopus. This labeling error affects consumers in Puerto Rico and the Caribbean.
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