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May 2018 recalls

1,113 recalls were announced in May 2018.

What the numbers show

Critical
47
Severe
240
High
488
Moderate
304
Low
34

Of the 1,113 recalls this month scored against our rubric, 4% are Critical, 22% are Severe.

1101–1113 of 1113

  • LowFDA (Devices)·Z-1464-2018·2018-05-02

    Ace Surgical Supply Recalls Mispackaged Double Blade Shoe Unigraft Knives

    Ace Surgical Supply Co., Inc. is recalling six units of Double Blade Shoe F/Unigraft Knives because a single blade shoe was mistakenly packaged instead of the intended double blade.

    Product
    Double Blade Shoe F/Unigraft Knife 1.5 Thick X 9MM SKU 6500009 Used to achieve epithelial graft in the oral cavity.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    3 states
  • LowFDA (Devices)·Z-1518-2018·2018-05-02

    CooperVision Clariti 1 Day Contact Lenses Recalled for Incorrect Expiration Date

    CooperVision is recalling specific lots of Clariti 1 Day contact lenses because the secondary packaging displays an incorrect expiration date.

    Product
    56% 1 Day Silicone Hydrogel (-2.50), 10 pack, UV Blocking, daily disposable contact lenses The Clariti 1 Day (somofilcon A) Soft (Hydrophilic) Daily Disposable Contact Lens with UV blocker is indicated for daily wear single use only for the correction of refractiveametropia
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • LowFDA (Drugs)·D-0714-2018·2018-05-02

    McKesson Recalls Diltiazem HCl Extended-Release Capsules Due to Dissolution Failures

    McKesson Packaging Services is recalling Diltiazem HCl Extended-Release Capsules because stability testing showed high dissolution results, failing specifications.

    Product
    Diltiazem HCl Extended-Release Capsules, USP 120 mg, 100-count bottles, Rx only, Mfg. By: Par Pharmaceutical One Ram Ridge Rd Chestnut Ridge, NY 10977. NDC: 63739-014-10
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • LowFDA (Devices)·Z-1517-2018·2018-05-02

    CooperVision Recalls Clariti 1 Day Contact Lenses for Incorrect Expiration Date

    CooperVision is recalling Clariti 1 Day contact lenses because the secondary packaging displays an incorrect expiration date.

    Product
    56% 1 Day Silicone Hydrogel (-4.50), 10 pack, UV Blocking, daily disposable contact lenses The Clariti 1 Day (somofilcon A) Soft (Hydrophilic) Daily Disposable Contact Lens with UV blocker is indicated for daily wear single use only for the correction of refractiveametropia
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • LowFDA (Food)·F-1135-2018·2018-05-02

    Italian Rose Garlic Spread Recalled for Documentation and Monitoring Failures

    Italian Rose Garlic Products, LLC is recalling 842 pails of Italian Rose Garlic Spread because the firm failed to document mixing times and monitor pH levels during production.

    Product
    ITALIAN ROSE GARLIC SPREAD, Gluten Free, NET WT. 35 LB (16 kg), www.italian-rose.com, Riviera Beach, FL 33404
    Category
    Food
    Distribution
    1 state
  • SevereNHTSA·18V277000·2018-05-01

    RAM 4500 and 5500 Trucks Recalled for Brake Hose Corrosion Risk

    Chrysler is recalling 2018 RAM 4500 and 5500 trucks because brake hose ferrules may lack anti-corrosion plating, potentially causing fluid leaks and loss of braking.

    Product
    RAM — RAM 4500, 5500
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereNHTSA·18V281000·2018-05-01

    Dodge Charger Recall: Front Driveshaft May Detach and Cause Crash

    Chrysler is recalling 2015-2018 Dodge Charger pursuit police vehicles because the front driveshaft may detach, creating a road hazard and increasing crash risk.

    Product
    DODGE — DODGE CHARGER
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereNHTSA·18V282000·2018-05-01

    2018 Jeep Cherokee Recalled for Fuel Tube Leak Fire Risk

    Chrysler is recalling 2018 Jeep Cherokee vehicles with 2.4L engines because a fuel tube may leak, increasing the risk of a fire.

    Product
    JEEP — JEEP CHEROKEE
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereNHTSA·18V279000·2018-05-01

    2018 Jeep Compass Recalled for Front Suspension Welding Defect

    Chrysler is recalling 2018 Jeep Compass vehicles because front lower control arms may be incorrectly welded, potentially causing separation and loss of vehicle control.

    Product
    JEEP — JEEP COMPASS
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereNHTSA·18V280000·2018-05-01

    Chrysler Recalls 2018 Vehicles for Incorrect Transmission Park Lock Rod

    Chrysler is recalling 2018 Dodge, Jeep, Chrysler, and RAM vehicles because an incorrect transmission park lock rod may prevent the vehicle from staying in Park, increasing crash risk.

    Product
    DODGE — DODGE, CHRYSLER, JEEP CHARGER, CHALLENGER, DURANGO, 300
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighCPSC·18147·2018-05-01

    Sharper Image and Frigidaire Mandoline Slicers Recalled for Laceration Hazard

    Premier Kitchen Products is recalling Sharper Image and Frigidaire mandoline slicers because small blades can separate, posing a laceration hazard. No injuries have been reported.

    Product
    The Sharper Image™ and Frigidaire™ Mandoline slicers
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide

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