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766 recalls were announced in March 2018.
Of the 766 recalls this month scored against our rubric, 2% are Critical, 17% are Severe.
Which agencies issued them
Cook Inc. is recalling 3,364 units of TFE Coated Curved Newton LLT because the label fails to state that the product is heparin-coated.
Zimmer Biomet is recalling eight Vanguard CR Porous Femoral knee implants because they are labeled as 62.5mm Left Femurs but contain 70mm Right Femurs.
Fresenius Medical Care is recalling NaturaLyte Liquid Acid Concentrate because some units in the affected lot had a potassium concentration of 2.25 mEq/L instead of the labeled 2.0 mEq/L.
Zimmer Biomet is recalling 13,227 CR-FLEX knee implants because LDPE packaging may leave residue on the polished surface.
Zimmer Biomet is recalling 24 units of Trabecular Metal Primary Hip Prostheses due to mislabeling. The affected devices were distributed in the US and several international countries.
Novel Laboratories is recalling specific lots of Hydrocodone Bitartrate and Homatropine Methylbromide tablets due to failed impurities and degradation specifications.
Zimmer Biomet is recalling NEXGEN GSF Porous Femoral LPS Flex implants because LDPE packaging may leave residue on the polished surface.
Cook Inc. is recalling 129,727 Amplatz Extra Stiff Wire Guides because the label fails to state that the product is heparin-coated.
Cook Inc. is recalling 12,462 Amplatz Ultra Stiff Wire Guides because the label fails to state that the product is heparin-coated.
Randox Laboratories is recalling 117 kits of Immunoassay Premium Controls because the ACTH component does not meet the stated reconstituted stability claim in the product instructions for use.
Arrow International is recalling 23,904 central venous catheter kits because some may be missing stickers with lot numbers, expiration dates, and UDI information.
Arrow International is recalling 23,904 central venous catheter kits because some may be missing stickers with lot numbers, expiration dates, and UDI information.
Medtronic is recalling 58,954 units of Argyle Suction Tubing because some pouches may be incorrectly labeled as Salem Sump Dual Lumen Stomach Tubes.
Stryker is recalling T/Pump temperature therapy pumps because the operations and maintenance manuals incorrectly added a sentence to the Indications for Use statement.
Arrow International Inc is recalling 23,904 AGB+ Pressure Injectable Quad-Lumen CVC Kits because some units are missing stickers containing lot number, expiration date, and UDI information.
Arrow International is recalling 23,904 central venous catheter kits because some may be missing stickers with lot number, expiration date, and UDI information.
Arrow International is recalling 23,904 central venous access kits because some units may be missing stickers with lot numbers, expiration dates, and UDI information.
Dr. Reddy's Laboratories is recalling Clocortolone Pivalate Cream, 0.1%, 90-gram tubes because viscosity failed stability specifications.
Arrow International Inc. is recalling 23,904 Arrowg+ard Blue central venous catheters because some units are missing stickers with lot, expiration, and UDI information.
Alva-Amco Pharmacal Companies is recalling Psoriasin Daytime Relief Cream because it failed to maintain its label claim of coal tar throughout its expiry period.
Philips is recalling 4,315 HeartStart XL+ defibrillators in China to update software that improves device readiness information.
Randox Laboratories is recalling Immunoassay Premium Plus Controls because the ACTH component does not meet the stability claims in the product instructions.
Arrow International is recalling 23,904 Arrowg+ard Blue Large-Bore Multi-Lumen CVC Kits because some units may be missing stickers containing lot numbers, expiration dates, and UDI information.
Arrow International Inc. is recalling 23,904 Arrowg+ard BLUE PLUS CVC Kits because some units are missing stickers containing lot numbers, expiration dates, and UDI information.
Arrow International is recalling 23,904 PICC kits because some units are missing stickers with lot numbers, expiration dates, and UDI information.
Mickey Brown, Inc. is recalling beef burrito products produced without federal inspection. No adverse reactions have been reported.
Briggs & Stratton is recalling Snapper, Simplicity, and Massey Ferguson riding mowers because a malfunctioning switch may allow the mower to mow while reversing, posing a risk of injury.
Forest River is recalling specific 2012-2017 motorhomes because an incorrectly routed power steering hose may rub against the starter motor, causing electrical arcing and a fire risk.
McElrath Trailers is recalling specific 2013-2018 models because a weld on the trailer neck may fail, potentially causing loss of control and a crash.
Entegra Coach is recalling 2011-2012 and 2015-2016 Aspire motorhomes because an incorrectly routed power steering hose may cause electrical arcing and a fire.
REV Recreation Group is recalling 600 2018 motorhomes because HVAC wires may disconnect, creating a fire risk if reconnected incorrectly.
Forest River is recalling 2018 No Boundaries recreational trailers because the spare tire mount may be too weak, risking tire detachment and road hazards.
Carrier is recalling about 530 commercial rooftop HVAC units because a humidifier fan may fail to shut off, posing a fire hazard. No injuries have been reported.
Stampede Meat is recalling approximately 484,800 pounds of frozen raw beef top sirloin steaks because a seasoning ingredient tested positive for Salmonella.
Les Schwab is recalling specific retreaded steel-belted radial truck tires because the vulcanizing compound may not have fully cured, increasing the risk of tread separation and crashes.
Hino is recalling 2018-2019 NE8J, NJ8J, and NV8J trucks because engine valve train lock nuts may be loose, potentially causing engine damage and shutdown.
Standard Meat Company is recalling raw beef top sirloin steaks that may be contaminated with Salmonella. The products were shipped to restaurants nationwide.
Johnsonville is recalling approximately 109,603 pounds of smoked pork sausage products that may contain hard, green plastic pieces.
E-One is recalling 2008-2015 Typhoon, Cyclone II, and Quest II vehicles because front axle spindles may crack and fail, potentially causing a wheel to separate.
Beanworthy is recalling Human Creations EnergyFlux battery chargers and hand warmers sold on Amazon due to a fire and burn hazard.
Mercedes-Benz is recalling certain 2016-2018 GLC models because rear seat belt latch plates may retract into the interior paneling, preventing use.
Southwire is recalling WiOn Indoor In-wall Wi-Fi Switches because they can overheat and pose a fire hazard. No injuries have been reported.
Louis Garneau is recalling specific Course bicycle helmets because they do not meet federal impact safety standards, posing a risk of head injury.
Pagani is recalling 2017 Huayra Coupe BC and Roadster vehicles because battery management software may prevent the car from starting or idling, increasing crash risk.
Handi-Craft is recalling Dr. Brown's Lovey pacifier and teether holders because the snap can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
eheat is recalling about 35,000 Envi wall heaters sold in the U.S. and Canada due to a defect that can cause overheating, smoke, or melting, posing a burn hazard.
Toyota is recalling 2018 Prius C vehicles sold in Puerto Rico because the front passenger air bag and child seating labels may be missing, increasing crash injury risk.
Bella All Natural is recalling Bella Capsules because they contain undeclared sibutramine, a withdrawn controlled substance, making them unapproved drugs.
Lotte International America Corp. is recalling Lotte Kancho Choco-Biscuit products because peanut allergen was found during product sampling and testing.
Ferrara is recalling 2004-2012 Inferno and Igniter emergency vehicles because front axle spindles may crack and fail, potentially causing a wheel to separate.
La Pasta, Inc. is recalling Heinen's Potato Gnocchi 9 oz. due to an undeclared milk allergen. The product was distributed in Illinois and Ohio.
Apollo Care is recalling 360 bags of Vancomycin IV solution because stability data does not support the assigned 90-day beyond use date.
Kovatch Mobile Equipment is recalling specific KME Predator fire apparatus vehicles because inconsistent machining may cause front axle spindles to crack and fail, potentially leading to wheel separation.
Maserati is recalling 2017 Quattroporte and Ghibli vehicles because an engine software issue may cause the transmission to shift into neutral or the engine to shut off unexpectedly.
The FDA is recalling 163 Endo GIA Radial Reloads with Tri-Staple Technology because the device cartridge disengaged during use due to a manufacturing error.
Apollo Care is recalling 312 bags of Vancomycin IV solution because stability data does not support the assigned 90-day beyond use date.
Roche Diagnostics is adding a warning to cobas 6000 and 8000 Modular Series Operator Manuals to prevent operator injury during maintenance.
Bob's Red Mill is recalling 25 lb. bags of Buttermilk Pancake and Waffle Mix because the label failed to list milk as an ingredient.
Abbott is recalling ARCHITECT c8000 Cuvette Segments because a detached post can cause falsely depressed patient results on c4000, c8000, and c16000 instruments.
Synthes (USA) Products LLC is recalling 1,144 sterile 2.5 mm Reaming Rods due to potential gaps in the package seal that may compromise sterility.
Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Company is recalling Sprite Zero cans because sharp edges on the cans could cut consumers' mouths.
Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Company is recalling Sprite cans due to sharp edges that could cause cuts to consumers' mouths.
Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Company is recalling Pibb Zero soda cans because sharp edges were observed, posing a risk of cuts to consumers' mouths.
Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Company is recalling 766,271 cases of Coca-Cola Vanilla Zero 12 oz cans due to sharp edges that may cause mouth cuts.
Abbott Laboratories is recalling cuvette segments for the ARCHITECT Clinical Chemistry system because detached segment posts may cause falsely depressed patient test results.
Medtronic is recalling 449 O-arm O2 Imaging Systems because servicing internal components may cause an electrical short, posing a shock hazard to field service technicians.
Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Company is recalling Dr Pepper Diet cans because sharp edges were observed, posing a risk of cuts to consumers' mouths.
Mindray is recalling 2,875 A-Series anesthesia delivery systems due to a software issue that may apply incorrect settings or skip startup leak tests.
Gilster-Mary Lee Corp. is recalling Food Club and Essential Choice Puffed Rice cereal because it was packaged with undeclared wheat, posing a risk to consumers with wheat allergies.
Toshiba American Medical Systems is recalling 29 INFX-8000V and INFINIX CF-I/BP PLUS systems because fastening bolts on the ceiling drive loosened, disabling operation.
Double-Cola Co. is recalling Cherry SKI Lemon Orange Authentic Citrus Soda 12 oz cans because the label failed to list Yellow #5 and Red 40.
Synthes (USA) Products LLC is recalling sterile Light Clips for the Oracle Retractor because potential gaps in the package seal may compromise sterility. The product is used during orthopedic surgery.
Mindray is recalling A7 Anesthesia Delivery Systems because a software issue may cause incorrect settings to be applied or the startup leak test to be skipped.
Zimmer Biomet is recalling 127 Sirus Drill instruments because they may not be adequately cleaned, potentially leading to infection.
Get The Tea is recalling Life Change Fat Burner because the product contains soy, which is not listed on the label.
Vitalab Co Inc is recalling specific lots of Natural Source Vitamin C dietary supplements because they contain lactose but fail to declare the major food allergen milk on the label.
Philips Medical Systems is recalling 11 Brilliance Big Bore Oncology CT scanners due to software errors that may affect image generation and display settings.
Bausch & Lomb Inc is voluntarily recalling LASEREDGE Knives for ophthalmic surgery because an atypical volume of complaints indicates dull blades. The recall affects products lacking specific electro-polish and penetration force testing.
Philips is recalling 119 Brilliance Big Bore CT scanners due to software errors that may prevent image generation or display incorrect settings.
Toshiba is recalling 17 INFX-8000F Fluoroscopic X-Ray Systems because fastening bolts on the ceiling drive loosened, causing the device to disable during operation.
King of Pops is recalling Key Lime Pie Handcrafted All-Natural Pops because they contain undeclared soy. Consumers should stop eating the product.
Toshiba American Medical Systems Inc is recalling 19 INFX-8000C Fluoroscopic X-Ray Systems because fastening bolts on the ceiling drive loosened, causing the device to disable during operation.
Stryker is recalling 60,753 units of the StrykeFlow 2 System because routine bioburden testing found levels higher than internal acceptable rates.
Gasco Industrial, Corp. is recalling BELCA Soy Sauce in Puerto Rico because the product contains an undeclared wheat allergen.
Abbott is recalling ARCHITECT c4000 Cuvette Segments because a detached post can cause falsely depressed patient results in adjacent cuvettes.
Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Company is recalling Barq's Root Beer cans due to sharp edges that could cause cuts.
Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Company is recalling 766,271 cases of Grape Fanta 12 oz cans because sharp edges on the cans could cause cuts to consumers' mouths.
Synthes (USA) Products LLC is recalling 63 units of 2.5 mm Titanium Calibrated Reaming Rods because potential gaps in the package seal may have compromised product sterility.
Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Company is recalling specific cans of Coca-Cola, Original Taste, because sharp edges were observed that could cause cuts to consumers' mouths.
Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Company is recalling Diet Coke Lime cans because sharp edges were observed, posing a risk of cuts to consumers' mouths.
Bausch & Lomb Inc is voluntarily recalling 1,236,749 LaserEdge ophthalmic knives because an atypical volume of complaints indicates dull blades. The recall affects products lacking specific electro-polish and penetration force testing.
DePuy Orthopaedics is recalling 130 Concorde Lift Torque Limiting Handles due to a potential for intra-operative breakage of driver tips.
Synthes (USA) Products LLC is recalling 960 sterile 3.0 mm Reaming Rods because package seal defects may compromise sterility.
Snyder's-Lance is voluntarily recalling 6.5 oz Emerald brand Glazed Walnuts due to undeclared peanuts, almonds, cashews, and pecans.
Synthes (USA) Products LLC is recalling 216 units of 2.5 mm Reaming Rods because package seal defects may have compromised sterility.
Gasco Industrial is recalling NuChef Soy Sauce in Puerto Rico due to an undeclared wheat allergen.
Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Company is recalling Mello Yola citrus-flavored soda cans because sharp edges on the cans could cut consumers' mouths.
Synthes (USA) Products LLC is recalling 21 sterile 2.5 mm Guide Rods due to potential package seal defects that may compromise sterility.
Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics is recalling 349 units of VITROS DAT Performance Verifier I because the storage labeling is incorrect, which may cause lower than expected test results.
Ion Beam Applications is recalling three Proteus 235 proton therapy systems in Florida due to potential energy range discrepancies in the first layer of irradiation plans.
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