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307 recalls were announced in January 2021.
Of the 307 recalls this month scored against our rubric, 3% are Critical, 33% are Severe.
Which agencies issued them
BMW is recalling certain 2021 X5, X6, and X7 models due to a defect in the steering column shaft universal joint that may not be tightened to specifications, potentially affecting vehicle handling and control.
Mercedes-Benz is recalling 2019 GLA 250 vehicles because the transmission control unit power supply may interrupt, causing the vehicle to shift into neutral while driving.
Tesla is recalling 2012-2018 Model S and 2016-2018 Model X vehicles because center display memory wear can cause loss of rearview camera and turn signals.
Mercedes-Benz is recalling certain 2021 A220, A35 AMG, and CLA250 vehicles because the ISOFIX child seat anchoring bracket on the right-rear seat may be missing the right-side anchoring bar, preventing proper restraint of child car seats.
Mercedes-Benz is recalling 2017-2021 C300, AMG C43, and AMG C63 vehicles because front seat belts may not fully retract, potentially discouraging use and increasing crash injury risk.
Smeal is recalling 2009-2020 Aerial Fire Apparatus vehicles because a defective trolley can detach from the ladder, posing a risk of injury or death.
Chrysler is recalling certain 2021 Jeep Gladiator vehicles with manual transmissions. The clutch pressure plate may overheat and fracture, increasing the risk of fire and potential loss of drive.
Autocar is recalling certain 2018-2021 Xpeditor vehicles because the seat belt harness may chafe and short circuit the engine, causing unexpected stalling that could lead to crashes.
Penumbra Inc. is recalling JET 7 Reperfusion Catheters because distal tip damage could cause vessel injury or death during use.
Penumbra Inc. is recalling JET 7MAX Kits because catheter tip damage during use could cause vessel damage, leading to patient injury or death.
FDA is recalling 20 lb. ready-to-eat chocolate chip cookie dough due to possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination.
Penumbra Inc. is recalling 3,368 JET 7 Reperfusion Catheters because the distal tip may become damaged during use, posing a risk of vessel damage and patient injury or death.
Boston Scientific is recalling Emblem S-ICD Subcutaneous Electrodes because fractures may prevent the device from delivering therapy.
Penumbra Inc. is recalling JET 7 Reperfusion Catheters because distal tip damage could cause vessel injury or death during use.
Complete Pharmacy and Medical Solutions is recalling 1,144 vials of Human Chorionic Gonadotropin 5,000 IU because the product lacked required potency testing.
Medtronic is recalling specific Neonatal Delta Valve Shunt Assemblies because a manufacturing defect may cause the ventricular catheter to disconnect, leading to shunt malfunction.
Audi is recalling one 2019 Q3 vehicle because a production deviation may prevent a steering component from engaging properly, increasing the risk of a crash.
Medtronic is recalling Neonatal Delta Valve Shunt Assemblies because a manufacturing defect may cause the ventricular catheter to disconnect from the valve, leading to shunt malfunction.
Laerdal Medical is recalling 5,035 Compact Suction Units (LCSU 4) because component failures may cause the device to lose suction, potentially delaying treatment or causing suffocation.
Medtronic is recalling 95 Neonatal Delta Valve Shunt Assemblies because a manufacturing defect may cause the ventricular catheter to disconnect from the valve, leading to shunt malfunction.
Steris is recalling Reliance Vision Single-Chamber Washer/Disinfector units because a faulty electrical contactor may cause the drying chamber to overheat, potentially leading to smoke or fire.
American Health Packaging is recalling 1,948 cartons of Nitrofurantoin Capsules USP 100 mg because they failed dissolution specifications. The recall is nationwide.
CB2 is recalling Junction Tall Chests and Low Dressers because they can tip over or entrap children if not anchored to the wall.
JR Simplot is recalling 400 cases of Spud-Queen Lattice Cut frozen potatoes distributed in Alabama and Mississippi because the product contains undeclared wheat.
Complete Pharmacy and Medical Solutions is recalling 1,182 vials of Human Chorionic Gonadotropin because the product lacked required potency testing.
Front steering knuckles in certain Volkswagen Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport vehicles may fracture, causing loss of vehicle control and increasing crash risk. Volkswagen will inspect and replace affected knuckles free of charge.
Edge Pharma, LLC is recalling 48 syringes of Ceftazidime Sterile Ophthalmic Solution because the media used for sterility testing was expired, compromising the assurance of sterility.
Roche is recalling 76 licenses of Cobas Infinity software due to an error that may remove quality flags, allowing unreliable test results to be reported.
GH Foods CA LLC is recalling Smoked Mozzarella Pasta Salad Kits sold at Whole Foods because the ingredient 'Eggs' was not listed on the retail scale label.
Khee Trading, Inc. is recalling 189 cartons of frozen tuna ground meat due to potential elevated levels of histamine. The product was distributed in Minnesota, California, New York, Illinois, and Texas.
GH Foods CA LLC is recalling Asian Noodle Salad Kits because the ingredient 'Eggs' was not listed on the retail scale label, despite a 'may contain' warning.
The Spinach and Orzo Pasta Kit was recalled because eggs were not listed on the scale label at retail stores, creating a potential allergen cross-contamination risk.
JTM Provisions Co Inc is recalling JTM Food Group brand Ready to Eat White Cheddar Macaroni & Cheese due to possible metal shavings.
Biomet is recalling 174 A.L.P.S. Clavicle Plating Systems because instruments may cold weld, preventing disassociation and increasing the chance of drill fracture.
GH Foods CA LLC is recalling Italian Pasta Salad Kits sold at Whole Foods and Amazon because the label failed to list eggs as an ingredient, despite a 'may contain' warning.
GH Foods CA LLC is recalling Spinach and Basil Pasta Salad Kits because the ingredient 'Eggs' was not listed on the retail scale label, despite a 'may contain' warning.
Boston Scientific is retrieving five ACUITY Universal Cutters that did not undergo the required sterile processing procedure.
GH Foods CA LLC is recalling Pesto Pasta Salad Kits because the ingredient 'Eggs' was not listed on the retail scale label, despite a 'may contain' warning.
Abbott Point Of Care Inc. is recalling i-STAT EG7+ cartridges because the ionized calcium test may report higher than expected results if stored at room temperature for specific periods.
Fujifilm is recalling Synapse PACS Software versions 5.1 and higher because it may display incorrect patient information or PET/CT values.
Beckman Coulter is recalling 276 units of ACCESS SARS-CoV-2 IgG Quality Control cards due to a label error regarding standard deviation values.
Skeletal Kinetics is recalling 2 units of OsteoVation Inject Bone Filler Kits because of a discrepancy between the Mixing Instruction Card and the Instructions for Use.
Piping Rock Health Products is recalling 296 jars of Fitness Labs Organic Coconut Oil due to potential mold contamination. The product was distributed in 34 states and Washington, D.C.
Abbott is recalling i-STAT CG8+ cartridges because the ionized calcium test may report higher than expected results if stored at room temperature for specific periods.
Skeletal Kinetics is recalling 49 units of OsteoVation bone filler kits because the mixing instructions on the card do not match the Instructions for Use.
Smiths Medical ASD Inc. is recalling 4,440 Portex Acapella DH Vibratory PEP Devices because shipping boxes may contain the wrong model number.
The Magstim Company Limited is recalling seven Neurosign 100 Intraoperative Nerve Monitors because they were configured for 240V power instead of the required 120V for the US.
Complete Pharmacy and Medical Solutions is recalling 2,418 vials of Human Chorionic Gonadotropin because the product lacked required potency testing.
Complete Pharmacy and Medical Solutions is recalling 2,400 vials of Human Chorionic Gonadotropin 1,250 IU due to a lack of potency testing.
Exactech is recalling 14 Equinoxe Humeral Stem devices because packages may include incorrect Instructions For Use (IFU).
Allergan is recalling Refresh Relieva Preservative-Free eye drops because the packaging is missing the instructions for use insert.
Roche Molecular Systems is recalling uPath software 1.1 because measurement values are incorrectly calculated in Split View mode when slides have different magnifications.
Excellance is recalling 2019-2020 RAM 4500 and 5500 trucks modified with CLASS Suspension Systems because rear brake lines may wear, causing brake failure.
Subaru is recalling 2021 Outback and Impreza models due to an improperly tightened CVT select lever cable nut that may loosen, causing the gear selector to malfunction and increasing crash risk.
Nissan is recalling 2020 INFINITI QX50 vehicles because the tire and loading information placard may be illegible, potentially leading to incorrect tire installation or overloading.
Brembo is recalling specific brake pads that may corrode and detach, potentially increasing stopping distance and crash risk.
Keystone RV Company is recalling 2020–2021 Dutchmen Voltage recreational trailers because the Federal Identification Tag lists incorrect tire pressure (110 PSI instead of 95 PSI), which could cause tire overinflation and increase crash risk.
Keystone RV Company is recalling 2021 Dutchmen Voltage trailers because the Federal Identification Tag incorrectly lists tire pressure as 95 PSI instead of 110 PSI, which could cause underinflated tires and increase crash risk.
Bob Evans Farms is recalling approximately 4,200 pounds of raw Italian pork sausage due to possible contamination with thin blue rubber.
Divvies LLC is recalling specific lots of vegan vanilla cupcakes because they contain undeclared milk and egg ingredients.
Boston Scientific recalls 278 Lotus Edge Valve Systems due to a failure in visual inspection that prevents proper valve locking during deployment, potentially preventing delivery system release.
Boston Scientific is recalling 207 Lotus Edge Valve Systems because a visual inspection error could prevent the delivery system from releasing during deployment.
Philips is recalling 2,714 Emission Computed Tomography Systems due to a software defect that may cause image misdiagnosis and incorrect patient treatment.
Fresenius Medical Care is recalling Naturalyte Liquid Acid concentrate bottles due to conductivity deviations and calcium concentration below specification.
Siemens is recalling Artis zee, Artis Q, and Artis Pheno systems because the Air Kerma Rate can exceed regulatory limits when frame rates are increased during continuous release.
Fresenius Medical Care is recalling NaturaLyte Liquid Acid concentrate bottles because sodium and/or calcium levels were below manufacturing specifications.
Fresenius Medical Care is recalling Naturalyte Liquid Acid concentrate bottles due to conductivity deviations and calcium concentration below manufacturing specifications.
Boston Scientific is recalling 386 Lotus Edge Valve Systems because a visual inspection error could prevent the delivery system from releasing during deployment.
Keystone is recalling 2019-2020 Impact recreational trailers because a propane gas leak in the stove can increase the risk of fire.
Nostrum Laboratories is recalling Metformin Hydrochloride Extended-Release Tablets, 750 mg, because the product contains N-Nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA) above acceptable intake levels.
Custom Truck And Body Works is recalling 2020 RAM 4500 and 5500 vehicles because a rear brake line may wear, causing brake failure.
Daimler Trucks North America is recalling 2021 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX and EFX school buses because a brake caliper bolt may be incorrectly tightened, potentially reducing brake effectiveness.
Boston Scientific is recalling 319 Lotus Edge Valve Systems because a visual inspection failure may prevent the delivery system from releasing during deployment.
Fresenius Medical Care is recalling NaturaLyte Liquid Acid concentrate bottles because sodium and/or calcium levels were below manufacturing specifications.
Edge Pharma, LLC is recalling 71 syringes of Methotrexate USP Sterile Solution for Injection because the media used for post-compounding sterility testing was expired.
Sunstar Americas is recalling Paroex Oral Rinse due to potential Burkholderia cepacia complex contamination and manufacturing facility violations.
Boston Scientific is recalling 219 Lotus Edge Valve Systems because a visual inspection error could prevent the delivery system from releasing during deployment.
Fresenius Medical Care is recalling 198 drums of Citrasate Liquid Acid concentrate because sodium and/or calcium levels were below manufacturing specifications.
Fresenius Medical Care is recalling 176 drums of Citrasate Liquid Acid concentrate because sodium and/or calcium levels were below manufacturing specifications.
B&G Foods is recalling Food Club Garlic Powder because it contains bacon-flavored bits with undeclared soy, a major allergen.
Fresenius Medical Care is recalling NaturaLyte Liquid Acid concentrate bottles because sodium and/or calcium levels were below manufacturing specifications.
Fresenius Medical Care is recalling NaturaLyte Liquid Acid concentrate bottles because sodium and/or calcium levels were below manufacturing specifications.
The FDA is recalling Divvies Vegan and Nut Free Vanilla Cupcakes because they contain undeclared milk and egg ingredients.
Fresenius Medical Care is recalling NaturaLyte Liquid Acid concentrate bottles because sodium and/or calcium levels were below manufacturing specifications.
Fresenius Medical Care is recalling Naturalyte Liquid Acid concentrate bottles due to deviations in sodium conductivity and calcium concentration.
Western Mixers is recalling specific lots of Goody Goody Trail Mix in California due to undeclared cashews, a tree nut allergen.
GE Healthcare is recalling seven Optima NM/CT 640 units because loose rotor bearing screws caused a bearing release in one field unit.
BLUE STONE IMPORT USA INC is recalling SAMYANG Hot Chicken Flavor Sauce because it contains undeclared wheat, egg, and milk.
Netuno USA, Inc. is recalling 500 cases of Caribbean Red Snapper due to potential Salmonella contamination. The product was distributed in Puerto Rico.
Fresenius Medical Care is recalling Naturalyte Liquid Acid concentrate bottles due to deviations in sodium conductivity and calcium concentration.
Fresenius Medical Care is recalling NaturaLyte Liquid Acid concentrate drums because sodium and/or calcium levels were below manufacturing specifications.
GE Healthcare is recalling 12 NM/CT 860 systems because loose rotor bearing screws caused a bearing release in one field unit.
Fresenius Medical Care is recalling Naturalyte Liquid Acid concentrate bottles due to deviations in conductivity and calcium concentration.
Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics is recalling Atellica CH 930 Analyzers with software version 1.23.2 or lower because multiple software issues may lead to the reporting of discrepant patient results.
Siemens is recalling six Uroskop Omnia X-ray systems because the monitor support arm may become dislodged after intense, long-term use.
GE Healthcare is recalling 12 NM/CT 870 CZT systems because loose rotor bearing screws may cause a bearing to release.
Keystone RV Company is recalling certain 2021 Crossroads Redwood recreational trailers because U-bolts on the rear axles may have been improperly torqued, causing them to loosen and the axle to shift, which increases crash risk.
Blue Stone Import USA Inc. is recalling SAMYANG Buldak Hot Chicken Flavor Sauce due to undeclared wheat, egg, and coconut oil.
Fresenius Medical Care is recalling Naturalyte Liquid Acid concentrate bottles due to conductivity deviations and low calcium levels.
Ocean Providence Minneapolis LLC is recalling 790 lbs of frozen ground tuna due to elevated histamine levels. The product was distributed in five states.
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