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428 recalls were announced in January 2022.
Of the 428 recalls this month scored against our rubric, 1% are Critical, 37% are Severe.
Which agencies issued them
Abbott is recalling one lot of Ultimum Hemostasis Introducer devices due to a manufacturing error that resulted in incorrect hub and length. Affected devices are 12 cm long instead of the intended 5 cm.
bioMerieux recalls VIDAS Clostridium Difficile GDH diagnostic test kits due to a substrate error that prevents test execution. Affected users must retest samples, potentially delaying results.
bioMerieux's VIDAS Clostridium difficile diagnostic test is being recalled due to a substrate error that prevents the test from running. Users must re-test samples, potentially delaying diagnosis.
Siemens recalled 13 ARTISTE linear accelerator systems for cancer treatment due to a potential safety issue that could cause radiation to be delivered to the wrong treatment site.
SterRx is recalling Succinylcholine Chloride Injection 20 mg/mL vials (1,000 mL) distributed nationwide due to lack of assurance of sterility. The 3,540 affected bags may pose a risk to patients receiving this injectable drug.
The Model B35200 Percept PC Neurostimulator may become unresponsive during cardioversion procedures when circuit electronics are damaged. Affected patients should contact their healthcare provider.
SterRx is recalling phenylephrine HCl injectable solution nationwide due to lack of assurance of sterility. The affected product is a 50 mg per 250 mL injection in 0.9% sodium chloride.
bioMerieux is recalling two lots of VIDAS SARS-COV-2 IgG diagnostic tests due to substrate errors that prevent test execution, requiring users to repeat testing and potentially delaying results.
bioMerieux is recalling VIDAS Measles IgG test kits due to a substrate error that prevents the test from running, requiring users to repeat testing and potentially delaying results.
Migo Trading LLC recalls 200,100 FLOWFLEX COVID-19 rapid self-tests due to inadequate validation and lack of FDA emergency use authorization. The test cannot be reliably used to detect COVID-19 infection.
Giant Eagle, Inc. is recalling frozen diced green peppers (10 oz., Best By 10/14/2023) distributed to stores in Maryland, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Ohio, and Indiana because the product tested positive for Listeria monocytogenes.
Sant' Elia Operations is recalling raw tuna sold at meat counters in Wisconsin because samples tested above 50 ppm histamine, which can cause illness if consumed.
BUBS Naturals Fountain of Youth Formula collagen supplement is recalled nationwide because it contains undeclared milk from an MCT oil powder ingredient. Consumers with milk allergies or sensitivities should not consume this product.
bioMerieux is recalling one lot of VIDAS Mumps IgG diagnostic tests because a substrate error prevents the tests from running, causing delays.
Forbes Rehab Services is recalling Monoprice charging cables and iClever charging bricks for ProSlate Speech Generation Devices due to fire and electric shock risks if cables are damaged or charging occurs near moisture.
Biomerieux is recalling RAPID 20 E diagnostic systems because the package insert contains an incorrect color for interpreting negative CIT test results.
bioMerieux is recalling 1,818 units of VIDAS PRG Progesterone test kits due to a substrate error that prevents the tests from running properly, causing delayed results when patients need repeat testing.
Teligent Pharma is recalling Betamethasone Dipropionate Lotion USP 0.05% (Augmented) due to failure to meet specification for the Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient particle test during routine stability testing.
bioMerieux is recalling three lots of VIDAS RUB IgG test kits due to substrate errors that prevent the test from running, potentially delaying diagnostic results.
bioMerieux is recalling VIDAS FSH test kits due to substrate errors that prevent the test from running, requiring repeated testing and delaying results.
bioMerieux is recalling one lot of VIDAS SARS-CoV-2 IgM tests nationwide due to a substrate defect that prevents the test from running. The defect causes delayed results as users must repeat testing.
A diagnostic test kit manufactured by bioMerieux has been recalled because a substrate error prevents the test from running, which delays test results for patients.
bioMerieux VIDAS LH test kits (lot 1008848600) are affected by a substrate error that prevents test execution, requiring users to repeat testing and potentially delaying results.
bioMerieux is recalling three lots of VIDAS Lyme IgM II diagnostic test kits due to a substrate error that prevents the test from running, requiring users to conduct another test to obtain results.
bioMerieux is recalling 1,579 VIDAS DEX@ diagnostic devices due to substrate errors that prevent test execution, requiring users to rerun tests and potentially delaying results.
Teligent Pharma is recalling Lidocaine Hydrochloride Topical Solution USP 4% due to superpotency. The affected lot was distributed nationwide.
LGS Industries is recalling 2014-2021 trailers because the electric rear door winch cable may break, allowing the door to fall open and increasing injury risk.
Rosenbauer America is recalling 2018-2022 fire trucks because fuel tubes may crack, causing high-pressure leaks that could lead to fire.
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