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October 2020 recalls

622 recalls were announced in October 2020.

What the numbers show

Critical
83
Severe
155
High
286
Moderate
82
Low
16

Of the 622 recalls this month scored against our rubric, 13% are Critical, 25% are Severe.

Which agencies issued them

601–622 of 622

  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-3028-2020·2020-10-07

    Beckman Coulter Recalls UIBC Reagent Lot 2690 Due to Erroneous Results

    Beckman Coulter is recalling 219 units of UIBC reagent lot 2690 because it produces erroneously high patient results at the low end of the linear range.

    Product
    UIBC; Catalog Number: OSR61205; UDI (01) 15099590011925; IVD; Rx Only; WARNING H316 H317 H351 H373 H411 - Product Usage: System reagent for the quantitative determination of Unsaturated Iron Binding Capacity (UIBC) in human serum and plasma on Beckman Coulter AU analyzers.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-3040-2020·2020-10-07

    Ameditech iCup Dx14 Drug Screen Cup Recalled for Performance Failures

    Ameditech is recalling iCup Dx14 Drug Screen Cups because immunoassay enzymes failed performance tests, causing inconsistent detection of compounds.

    Product
    iCup Dx14 Drug Screen Cup(AMT Item Number/ AMT Description): X11-I-DXA-2147-011/ "iCup" Dx 14 Drug Screen Cup 14 Drug Detection: (THC50/COC150)+(MOP300/MET500)+(AMP500/BZO300)+ (BAR300/MTD300)+(BUPG10/TCA1000)+(MDMA500/OXY100)+(PCP25/PPX300) 5 Adulteration Tests: Cr, Ni…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-3047-2020·2020-10-07

    Ameditech Recalls First Check 14 Panel Drug Cups Due to Performance Failures

    Ameditech is recalling 47,005 units of First Check 14 Panel Drug Cups because immunoassay enzymes failed performance tests, preventing consistent detection of compounds.

    Product
    First Check 14 Panel Drug Cup: (BMC style); AMT Item Number 990700B
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • LowFDA (Drugs)·D-0004-2021·2020-10-07

    Rite Aid Nicotine Gum Recalled for Incorrect Package Insert

    P & L Developments is recalling 4,752 cartons of Rite Aid 2 mg nicotine gum because the package insert is for the Canadian market and not the approved US labeling.

    Product
    Nicotine Gum, Nicotine Polacrilex Gum USP, 2 mg (nicotine), 110-count pieces per carton, Distributed By: Rite Aid, 30 Hunter Lane, Camp Hill, PA 17011, NDC 11822-3328-3.
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    2 states
  • LowFDA (Drugs)·D-1625-2020·2020-10-07

    Arbor Pharmaceuticals Recalls Subpotent Nymalize Oral Solution

    Arbor Pharmaceuticals is voluntarily recalling Nymalize (nimodipine) oral solution because the drug is subpotent. The FDA classifies this as a Class III recall.

    Product
    Nymalize (nimodipine) oral solution, 60 mg/20 mL, 12 Unit-Dose Cups and 12 Oral Syringes, 2 inner cartons per outer shipping carton, Rx Only, Distributed by arbor Atlanta, GA, NDC 24338-200-12
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereNHTSA·20V614000·2020-10-06

    Ferrari Recalls 812 Superfast Vehicles for Rear Window Adhesion Defect

    Ferrari is recalling 2018-2020 812 Superfast vehicles because the rear window may have been bonded incorrectly, potentially leading to detachment and increased crash risk.

    Product
    FERRARI — FERRARI 812 SUPERFAST
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighNHTSA·20V615000·2020-10-06

    Motorhome propane stove gas leak recall affects 2020-2021 models

    REV is recalling certain 2020-2021 Fleetwood and Holiday Rambler motorhomes with Dometic propane stoves due to potential gas leaks that could increase fire risk. Owners should contact REV for free repair at 1-800-509-3417.

    Product
    HOLIDAY RAMBLER — HOLIDAY RAMBLER, FLEETWOOD ADMIRAL, FLAIR, BOUNDER, SOUTHWIND
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighNHTSA·20E075000·2020-10-06

    TriMark Recalls 50-200 Door Latches for Emergency Vehicles

    TriMark is recalling 50-200 door latches used in emergency vehicles because trip levers may fail, preventing doors from opening.

    Product
    LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH recall
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighNHTSA·20E074000·2020-10-06

    Lippert Components Recalls Electric Motors in Power Bedlift Systems

    Lippert Components is recalling electric motors in Power Bedlift systems because internal gear failure may cause the bed to extend unexpectedly, increasing injury risk.

    Product
    EQUIPMENT recall
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighNHTSA·20V617000·2020-10-06

    Vespa GTS 300 and GTV 300 Scooters Recalled for Brake Pipe Defect

    Piaggio is recalling 2020-2021 Vespa GTS 300 and GTV 300 scooters because improperly galvanized brake pipe terminals can reduce braking efficiency and increase crash risk.

    Product
    VESPA — VESPA GTV 300, GTS 300
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighNHTSA·20V616000·2020-10-06

    REV Recalls 2019 Road Rescue Type I Ambulances for Door Latch Defect

    REV Ambulance Group is recalling 2019 Road Rescue Type I ambulances because incorrect material in door latches may prevent doors from opening, creating a lock-in risk.

    Product
    ROAD RESCUE — ROAD RESCUE TYPE I
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighNHTSA·20V611000·2020-10-05

    Yamaha Recalls YZF-R3, XMAX, and MT-03 Models for Rear Reflector Defect

    Yamaha is recalling specific 2015-2020 motorcycles and scooters because condensation on the rear reflector lens may reduce its effectiveness, increasing crash risk.

    Product
    YAMAHA — YAMAHA YZF-R3, XMAX, redundant YZF-R3, MT-03
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighNHTSA·20V613000·2020-10-05

    Volvo Recalls 2020 VNL Trucks for Window Hinge Defect

    Volvo Trucks North America is recalling 2020 VNL vehicles because window hinges may fail if sleeper windows are open, posing a crash risk.

    Product
    VOLVO — VOLVO VNL
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereNHTSA·20V607000·2020-10-02

    Mercedes-Benz Recalls 2020 GLC 350e for High-Voltage Wiring Harness Defect

    Mercedes-Benz is recalling 2020 GLC 350e hybrid vehicles because a high-voltage wiring harness shield may fail, causing an electrical malfunction and vehicle stall.

    Product
    MERCEDES-BENZ — MERCEDES-BENZ GLC 350 E
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereNHTSA·20V610000·2020-10-02

    Micro Bird Recalls 2019 MB II Buses Due to Electrical Fire Risk

    Micro Bird is recalling 75 model-year 2019 MB II buses because a grounding wire issue may cause a short circuit, increasing the risk of fire.

    Product
    MICRO BIRD — MICRO BIRD MB II SCHOOL BUS, MB II TRANSIT BUS
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighNHTSA·20E073000·2020-10-02

    Dick's Sporting Goods Recalls Field & Stream Kayak Cradles

    Dick's Sporting Goods is recalling Field & Stream Kayak Cradles because kayaks may fall off while driving, increasing crash risk.

    Product
    EQUIPMENT recall
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighNHTSA·20V605000·2020-10-02

    2021 Motorhome Bunk Bed Motor May Fail, Causing Bunk to Fall

    The P2K Bunk Bed System motor in certain 2021 Coachmen Sportscoach and Forest River Georgetown motorhomes may fail, causing the bunk to fall while the vehicle is in motion. This increases the risk of injury or a crash.

    Product
    COACHMEN — COACHMEN, FOREST RIVER SPORTSCOACH, GEORGETOWN
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighNHTSA·20V608000·2020-10-02

    Mercedes-Benz Recalls 2019 C 300 for Center Console Lock Defect

    Mercedes-Benz is recalling 2019 C 300 vehicles because the center console lock may not function properly, increasing injury risk in rear-end crashes.

    Product
    MERCEDES-BENZ — MERCEDES-BENZ C 300
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighNHTSA·20V604000·2020-10-02

    Aston Martin Recalls Vehicles Due to Loose Front Seat Air Bag Fasteners

    Aston Martin is recalling specific 2017-2020 models because front seat air bag fasteners may not be tightened correctly, increasing injury risk.

    Product
    ASTON MARTIN — ASTON MARTIN VANTAGE, DB11, DBS SUPERLEGGERA
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereNHTSA·20V603000·2020-10-01

    GM Recalls 2018 Trucks and SUVs for Brake Assist Defect

    General Motors is recalling 2018 Cadillac, Chevrolet, and GMC vehicles because a vacuum pump issue can reduce power brake assist, increasing stopping distance.

    Product
    CHEVROLET — CHEVROLET, CADILLAC, GMC SILVERADO 1500, ESCALADE, TAHOE, SIERRA 1500
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide

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