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436 recalls were announced in August 2020.
Of the 436 recalls this month scored against our rubric, 6% are Critical, 23% are Severe.
Which agencies issued them
Ukrop's Homestyle Foods is recalling 1,202 pounds of chicken salad due to misbranding and an undeclared almond allergen. No adverse reactions have been reported.
Fontaine is recalling 1,074 2016-2020 Freightliner 114SD Autohaulers because cab movement may damage the battery cable, creating a fire risk.
Motor Coach Industries is recalling 2017-2020 J4500 motor coaches because a coolant hose may fail, causing engine shutdown and coolant spills that increase crash risk.
Certain 2019-2021 Heartland Cyclone, 2020-2021 Bighorn Traveler, and 2020-2021 Elkridge recreational trailers may have insufficient bracing on the front landing legs, which could buckle and collapse while parked, causing the trailer to drop unexpectedly.
Piaggio is recalling 2019-2020 MP3 500 motorcycles because improperly galvanized brake lines may release hydrogen into the fluid, increasing crash risk.
Grand Design Solitude recreational trailers (2017-2021) are being recalled because the propane supply line may contact the refrigerator burner tube, potentially causing a propane gas leak and increasing fire risk.
PJ Trailers is recalling 2020-2021 DE model trailers. The attachment bolts securing the hydraulic cylinder may fail when the dump box is operated, creating a risk that the box could suddenly drop and injure a person.
Kia is recalling 2013-2015 Optima and 2014-2015 Sorento vehicles because brake fluid may leak inside the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit, potentially causing an electrical short and engine compartment fire.
Chrysler is recalling 2019-2020 RAM 3500, 4500, and 5500 cab chassis vehicles due to a defect that can cause engine damage and fire risk.
Vac-Tron is recalling 140 trucks because the rear extends too far, increasing injury risk in rear-end crashes.
Kia is recalling certain 2018-2021 Stinger vehicles due to risk of engine compartment fire in the antilock brake control unit. Owners should park outside and away from structures until the fuse kit replacement is completed.
Hyundai is recalling 2013-2015 Santa Fe Sport vehicles because brake fluid may leak inside the ABS module, creating a risk of engine compartment fire.
General Motors is recalling 2014-2016 Chevrolet Caprice Police Pursuit vehicles because a steering connector may fail, causing loss of power steering assist and increasing crash risk.
Chrysler is recalling 2018-2020 Dodge Charger Pursuit vehicles because the backup camera may not display in reverse when stealth mode is active, increasing crash risk.
Amazon is recalling Calmer Solutions Wintergreen Essential Oil because the packaging is not child-resistant, posing a risk of poisoning if swallowed by young children.
Chrysler is recalling 2019-2020 Ram 1500 trucks with adjustable pedals because floormats may prevent the accelerator from returning to the idle position, increasing crash risk.
Chrysler is recalling Mopar All-Weather Floor Mat Kits for 2019-2020 Ram 1500 vehicles because the mats may interfere with the accelerator pedal, increasing crash risk.
BMW is recalling 4,265 vehicles because adjustable headlamps may violate federal safety standards, potentially causing glare or reduced visibility.
ZF North America is recalling specific curtain air bag inflators where improperly crimped diffusers may separate during deployment, potentially preventing proper air bag inflation.
Jaguar Land Rover is recalling 2020 Range Rover Evoque vehicles because incorrect tire pressure settings may prevent warning lights from illuminating, increasing crash risk.
Amazon is recalling about 54 bottles of Mystic Moments Birch Sweet Essential Oil because the packaging is not child-resistant, posing a risk of poisoning.
Newmar is recalling specific 2018-2019 motorhomes because the instrument panel brightness cannot be adjusted, creating glare that may increase crash risk.
CPSC warns consumers to stop using and dispose of Morpher flat-folding bicycle helmets because they do not meet federal safety standards, posing a risk of head injury.
Vac-Tron is recalling 134 agricultural vehicles from 2015-2020 because they lack required side and rear clearance lamps and reflectors, which may make them harder to see.
BMW is recalling 2021 X7 models for tire information labels with incorrect specifications. The labels may not match the actually installed tires, potentially causing drivers to select wrong tires.
Ferring Pharmaceuticals is recalling 15,175 bottles of DDAVP Nasal Spray because the drug may be superpotent. The recall is voluntary and nationwide.
The Kroger Co is recalling Murray's Chads Smoked Gouda Dip due to potential contamination with Salmonella Newport. Consumers should check sell-by dates and discard the product.
The Kroger Co is recalling Jarlsberg Dip in plastic tubs due to potential contamination with Salmonella Newport. Consumers should check sell-by dates and discard or return the product.
Haven's Kitchen is recalling Golden Turmeric Tahini because the product is labeled as the wrong sauce, resulting in soy being undeclared on the label.
CareFusion 213, LLC is recalling 12,500 units of Chloraprep One-Step applicators because they are not sterile and contain Aspergillus Penicilloides.
The Kroger Co is recalling Murray's Bacon Chive Jarlsberg Dip due to potential contamination with Salmonella Newport. The product was distributed in 20 states.
The Kroger Co is recalling Jarlsberg Dip in plastic tubs due to potential contamination with Salmonella Newport. Consumers should check sell-by dates and return the product.
The Kroger Co is recalling Deli Applewood Cheddar Dip due to potential contamination with Salmonella Newport. Consumers should check sell-by dates and discard the product.
CareFusion 213, LLC is recalling ChlroraPrep One-Step applicators due to the presence of Aspergillus Penicilloides.
Ferring Pharmaceuticals is recalling 29,371 vials of STIMATE nasal spray because the drug is superpotent. The recall is voluntary and nationwide.
The Kroger Co is recalling Deli Southwest Cheese Spread Kits due to potential contamination with Salmonella Newport. Consumers should check their refrigerators and dispose of any affected products.
CareFusion is recalling ChloraPrep With Tint applicators because they are not sterile and contain Aspergillus Penicilloides.
Ferring Pharmaceuticals is recalling 184,325 vials of Desmopressin Acetate Nasal Spray because the drug is superpotent. The recall is voluntary and nationwide.
Smith Foods Inc. is recalling Earth Grown Mocha Fudge Non-Dairy Frozen Dessert due to undeclared cashews, a major food allergen.
The Kroger Co is recalling Deli Southwestern Jarlsberg Dip in plastic tubs due to potential contamination with Salmonella Newport.
The Kroger Co is recalling Deli Ranch Cheese Spread Kits due to potential contamination with Salmonella Newport. The products were distributed in 20 states.
The Kroger Co is recalling AFIN Jarlsberg Cheese Spread Kits due to potential contamination with Salmonella Newport. The products were distributed in 20 states.
The Kroger Co is recalling LCCV Pimento Cheese Dip in plastic tubs due to potential contamination with Salmonella Newport. The product was distributed in 20 states.
The Kroger Co is recalling Deli Jarlsberg Jalapeno Dip in plastic tubs due to potential contamination with Salmonella Newport.
The Kroger Co is recalling Deli Jarlsberg Dip in plastic tubs due to potential contamination with Salmonella Newport. Consumers should check their pantries for affected products.
The Kroger Co is recalling Murray's Jalapeno Jarlsberg Dip in plastic tubs due to potential contamination with Salmonella Newport.
The Kroger Co is recalling Deli Buffalo Blue Cheese Spread Kits due to potential contamination with Salmonella Newport. The product was distributed in 20 states.
Smith Foods Inc. is recalling Earth Grown brand Vanilla Non-Dairy Frozen Dessert because it contains undeclared cashews, a major food allergen.
Arjo Huntleigh is recalling 145 Citadel Plus Bariatric Bed Frame Systems because Modular Junction Box cables can melt, potentially affecting bed functionality.
Lannett Company, Inc. is recalling specific batches of Prednisone Tablets due to a labeling error where 2.5 mg bottles contained 10 mg tablets.
CMP Group is recalling aluminum dock ladders because sharp edges on the steps can cut consumers. About 750 units were sold online from 2017 to 2020.
United Natural Trading Inc. is recalling Price Chopper Southwest Tex-Mex Trail Mix because the packaging incorrectly labels the product, failing to declare wheat.
Nobel Biocare is recalling 188 NobelReplace dental implants because the cap label incorrectly lists measurements as 5.0x8mm instead of the actual 4.3x10mm.
Certain 2020 Audi SQ5 and Q5 vehicles and 2020-2021 Volkswagen models have improperly welded front seat frames. In a rear-end crash, the defective welds could fail and reduce occupant restraint, increasing the risk of injury.
High Liner Foods is recalling frozen Maryland-style crab cakes because they contain undeclared hydrolyzed soy protein.
The Kroger Co is recalling Deli Jarlsberg Cheese Dip in plastic tubs due to potential contamination with Salmonella Newport. The product was distributed in 20 states.
The Kroger Co is recalling Murray's Southwestern Jarlsberg Dip in plastic tubs due to potential contamination with Salmonella Newport.
The Kroger Co is recalling Deli Bacon Chive Jarlsberg Dip due to potential contamination with Salmonella Newport. Consumers should check sell-by dates and discard the product.
Smith Foods Inc. is recalling Earth Grown brand Chocolate Non-Dairy Frozen Dessert because it contains undeclared cashews, a major food allergen.
Chembio Diagnostics is recalling 7,674 kits of the DPP COVID-19 IgM/IgG System because the FDA revoked its Emergency Use Authorization due to performance issues.
Upstate Niagara Cooperative is recalling Wegmans Pineapple Lowfat Yogurt because it may contain undeclared coconut flakes, a potential allergen.
Nature's Path is recalling Gluten-Free Organic Mesa Sunrise Cereal because it contains undeclared wheat and/or barley, posing a risk to individuals with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity.
Communicorp is recalling 6-inch plush Aflac Doctor Duck promotional items because the buttons on the lab coat contain lead levels exceeding federal standards.
Precision Valve & Automation is recalling three PVA PREVENT emergency ventilators due to a software error that may cause false alarms or incomplete air delivery cycles.
Golden Technologies is recalling 251 Model PR515 Lift Chairs due to a suspected poor weld on the back KD bar.
Volkswagen is recalling 2020 and 2021 Atlas vehicles due to driver's side headlights that may have been aimed too low during production. This misalignment fails to meet federal safety standards and reduces driver visibility.
Whirlpool is recalling 528 powered air-purifying respirators because rivets may be mis-assembled, allowing the face shield to detach and fall on the user.
Abdallah Candies is recalling Lund's and Byerly's Sea Salt Caramels because the boxes may contain undeclared almonds, posing a risk to individuals with allergies.
Synthes (USA) Products LLC is recalling 191 units of DePuy Synthes Trauma LCP One-Third Tubular Plates because dimensional features may be out of tolerance, potentially reducing locking strength.
PACCAR is recalling approximately 1,097 certain 2020-2021 Kenworth and Peterbilt heavy trucks with Watson and Chalin steerable lift axle suspension systems. The pivot bolts may be too short to properly engage the locking nuts, risking separation from the suspension and potential vehicle crashes.
He Butt is recalling specific blue cheese salmon burgers sold in Texas due to undeclared wheat. The recall was initiated voluntarily by the firm.
Smith & Nephew is recalling 111 units of Single RIKKI Retractors because they were improperly heat treated. The devices are used during surgery to hold soft tissue away from the surgical site.
Calvin Scott & Co. is recalling Phentermine HCL capsules because light-sensitive products were repackaged in transparent pouches.
Cytocell Ltd. is recalling NUP98 Distal Probe Green units due to a low risk of false positive results in laboratory testing.
Calvin Scott & Company is recalling specific lots of Phentermine HCL capsules because light-sensitive products were repackaged in transparent pouches.
Calvin Scott & Company is recalling Hydrochlorothiazide 50mg tablets because light-sensitive products were repackaged in transparent pouches, violating CGMP standards.
Calvin Scott & Company is recalling Thyroid Neutral Tabs 2 gr because light-sensitive tablets were repackaged in transparent pouches, violating CGMP standards.
Calvin Scott & Company is recalling specific lots of Phentermine HCL 37.5 mg tablets because they were repackaged in transparent pouches, violating light-sensitivity requirements.
Calvin Scott & Company is recalling Topiramate 25mg tablets because light-sensitive drugs were repackaged in transparent pouches, violating CGMP standards.
Shanghai United Imaging Healthcare Co., Ltd. is recalling three uMI 550 PET/CT systems because a software defect may prevent the CT Hounsfield unit curve from displaying in real time during specific scans.
Argon Medical Devices is recalling 1,000 units of ClosureFast Micro Introducer Sheath Sets because the sterile products were manufactured under one lot with different expiration dates.
CareFusion 303, Inc. is recalling Alaris PCA Module Model 8120 units because the LED display may show dim segments, potentially affecting the visibility of infusion or patient monitoring values.
CareFusion 303, Inc. is recalling Alaris SpO2 Modules because the LED display may have dim segments, potentially affecting the visibility of infusion or patient monitoring values.
Calvin Scott & Company is recalling Phentermine HCL 30mg capsules because light-sensitive products were repackaged in transparent pouches, violating CGMP standards.
Calvin Scott & Company is recalling specific lots of Phendimetrazine 35mg tablets because they were repackaged in transparent pouches, violating CGMP requirements for light-sensitive drugs.
Calvin Scott & Co. is recalling specific lots of Thyroid 1 Grain Tablets because light-sensitive products were repackaged in transparent pouches, violating CGMP standards.
Calvin Scott & Company is recalling specific lots of Phendimetrazine 35mg tablets because light-sensitive products were repackaged in transparent pouches.
Olympus is recalling 21 units of Smart Stapes Protheses Piston because the outer carton was mislabeled, potentially containing a different model.
Philips is recalling 24,545 rechargeable Li-Polymer batteries used in the Expression MR400 MRI Patient Monitoring System. The batteries may fail to charge due to poor electrical contact.
CareFusion 303, Inc. is recalling Alaris Pump Module Model 8100 units because LED display segments may appear dim, potentially affecting the visibility of infusion or patient monitoring values.
Chembio Diagnostics is recalling 97 DPP Micro Reader II kits because the FDA revoked their Emergency Use Authorization due to performance issues.
Smith & Nephew is recalling 528 units of the Polarstem Collar Reamer Guide due to a product design issue. The devices were distributed worldwide and in the US.
Olympus Corporation of the Americas is recalling 16 units of Smart Stapes Protheses Piston due to outer carton mislabeling.
Calvin Scott & Company is recalling Phentermine HCL 30mg capsules because they were repackaged in transparent pouches, exposing the light-sensitive medication to potential degradation.
CareFusion 303, Inc. is recalling Alaris EtCO2 Module Model 8300 units because LED display segments may appear dim, potentially affecting the visibility of infusion or patient monitoring values.
Chembio Diagnostics is recalling 126 DPP Micro Reader kits because the FDA revoked their Emergency Use Authorization due to performance issues.
Sanofi-Aventis is recalling 7,451 vials of Elitek (rasburicase) because routine stability testing showed enzyme activity levels were out of specification.
Calvin Scott & Company is recalling Hydrochlorothiazide 25mg tablets because light-sensitive products were repackaged in transparent pouches.
CareFusion 303, Inc. is recalling Alaris Syringe Module Model 8110 units because the LED display may show dim segments, potentially affecting the visibility of infusion or patient monitoring values.
Pharmaceutical Innovations, Inc. is recalling Ultra/Phonic Focus BP Conforming Gel Pads because the device was incorrectly registered as a Class I device and requires a 510(k) submission.
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