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391 recalls were announced in April 2022.
Of the 391 recalls this month scored against our rubric, 2% are Critical, 17% are Severe.
Which agencies issued them
Wayne Farms is recalling approximately 30,285 pounds of ready-to-eat chicken breast fillets that may be undercooked. The recall was initiated after a customer complaint.
Performance Machine is recalling Burly Dominator and Jail Bar motorcycle handlebars because improper welding may cause them to crack and separate, risking loss of vehicle control.
Volvo is recalling 2021-2022 XC40 BEV vehicles because water intrusion may corrode the accelerator pedal sensor, potentially causing unintended acceleration or loss of drive power.
Micro Bird is recalling 2006-2021 transit and school buses because a damaged electrical harness may short circuit and cause a fire.
Chrysler is recalling 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango vehicles due to EGR valve defects that may cause loss of drive power and increase crash risk. Dealers will provide free replacement.
Best Naturals is recalling Organic Wintergreen Essential Oil sold online because the packaging does not meet federal child-resistant requirements. The product contains methyl salicylate and poses a poisoning risk if swallowed by young children.
Micro Bird is recalling 156 school buses from 2006-2021 because a damaged electrical harness may short circuit and cause a fire.
USDA FSIS issued a public health alert for specific Trader Joe's frozen chicken products that were imported without the benefit of reinspection. No illnesses have been reported.
Generac Power Systems is recalling about 53,000 Generac and DR Power electric start pressure washers because the electronic start/stop button can malfunction and cause the unit to self-start, posing a carbon monoxide poisoning risk in confined spaces.
Yamaha is recalling about 760 off-road motorcycles because the gear shift assembly can detach from the crankcase, causing unintentional gear shifting and posing a crash hazard. No injuries have been reported.
Certain 2022 Toyota Tundra vehicles may fail to display the rearview camera during cold weather, violating Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard #111 and increasing crash risk. Toyota will reprogram the software free of charge.
Suburban Manufacturing is recalling SDS2 2-Burner Drop-in Cooktops because internal tubes may fracture and cause a gas leak.
Bed Bath & Beyond is recalling H for Happy™ Woven Bunny Baskets because the plastic eyes can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children. About 12,800 units were sold at Bed Bath & Beyond stores and online in March 2022.
Amazon is recalling about 22,400 AmazonBasics School Classroom Stack Chairs because the frame welds can fail, creating a fall hazard. No injuries have been reported.
Polaris is recalling approximately 1,160 Model Year 2022 RZR Pro R 4 Premium and Ultimate recreational off-road vehicles due to a fire hazard from an incorrectly routed battery cable that can contact the prop shaft.
Liberty Fruit Co Inc is recalling Carol's Cuts Fruit Tray because of Salmonella in the fresh-cut cantaloupe. The product was distributed to retail stores, military groceries, food service, and schools in Kansas, Missouri, Iowa, and Nebraska.
Carol's Cuts Cantaloupe Chunks are recalled due to Salmonella contamination. Products were distributed to retail, military, food service and school locations in Kansas, Missouri, Iowa and Nebraska.
Philips Respironics V60 ventilators are recalled due to an internal electrical circuit defect that may cause the device to stop operating. Approximately 87,138 units worldwide are affected.
Whole Foods Market is recalling WFM 365 Organic Creamy Caesar dressing due to undeclared wheat and soy allergens. Consumers with allergies to these ingredients should not consume the product.
Pink Pussycat Sensual Enhancement capsules are being recalled nationwide. The FDA found they contain undeclared sildenafil and were marketed without FDA approval.
artnaturals ethyl alcohol hand sanitizer (8 fl oz bottles, lot G20127E and G20128A, exp. 5/1/2022) is recalled nationwide due to chemical contamination including benzene, acetaldehyde, and acetal.
Medtronic is recalling 1,483 Harmony Delivery Catheter Systems due to potential capsule bond failure during pulmonary valve replacement procedures. The FDA has classified this as a Class I recall affecting devices distributed in the US and Canada.
Philips Respironics V60 Plus Ventilators are recalled for an internal electrical circuit defect that could cause the device to stop operating. Approximately 12,145 units were affected worldwide.
Carol's Cuts Fruit Medley is recalled due to fresh-cut cantaloupe testing positive for Salmonella. The affected product was distributed to retail, military, food service, and schools in Kansas, Missouri, Iowa, and Nebraska.
Carol's Cuts Hawaiian Blend is being recalled due to Salmonella in fresh-cut cantaloupe. The product was distributed to retail stores, military facilities, food service, and schools in Kansas, Missouri, Iowa, and Nebraska.
Farm Fresh Produce LLC is recalling Super Twa Mushroom Mixed Mushrooms (14.11 oz) due to Listeria monocytogenes contamination identified in California. The recall affects 160 cases distributed in California only.
Philips Respironics V680 Ventilators may stop operating due to an internal electrical circuit fault. Units were distributed worldwide and across the United States.
Wisetrade Corporation is recalling Global Fresh Marketing Enoki Mushrooms because the California Department of Public Health detected Listeria monocytogenes contamination during product sampling. Consumers should not consume the product.
Siemens is recalling 269 Artis Q biplane X-ray systems due to potential coolant level drops that may prevent the X-ray tube from cooling adequately, triggering automatic system shutdown.
Acumed LLC is recalling Cannulated Screws (4.0mm x 12mm) that may not have sufficient strength to hold bone fragments together, risking fracture or joint damage.
Qiagen Sciences LLC is recalling the therascreen KRAS RGQ PCR Kit due to potential false positive or false negative results in KRAS G12C mutation detection. These inaccurate results could invalidate clinical test outcomes.
Siemens is recalling 35 Artis icono floor diagnostic imaging systems due to five potential software errors affecting equipment movements and detector control. The defects may limit functionality during procedures and could delay clinical treatment until the system is restarted.
Acumed 4.0mm x 10mm Cannulated Screws may not have sufficient strength to hold bone fragments in place. This could result in improper bone healing, fracture, or soft tissue damage.
USDA FSIS issued a public health alert for specific ground beef products produced in December 2021 due to possible E. coli O26 contamination. Consumers are advised to discard or return the affected items.
St. Jude Medical's Gallant DR implantable cardioverter defibrillator has a Bluetooth malfunction preventing remote monitoring and reducing battery life. The device enters inductive-only telemetry mode, requiring in-clinic monitoring instead.
GE Healthcare MRI systems may fall during magnet de-installation if rigging and hardware are not properly installed and secured, creating a potential injury hazard.
The Artis Q X-ray system may fail to adequately cool the X-ray tube if coolant levels drop, causing the system to disable imaging and display error messages. 418 systems are affected nationwide.
Siemens Artis zee biplane MN X-ray systems may have inadequate cooling in the X-ray tube circuit, causing automatic system shutdown during operation. Seven affected systems are distributed nationwide.
Mylan Pharmaceuticals is recalling injectable Rifampin vials nationwide due to failed impurities and degradation specifications discovered during stability testing.
Abbott has recalled 588 TactiCath ablation catheters that were preprogrammed with a 'First Use Date' disabling device functionality. The catheters were distributed worldwide and throughout the U.S.
Siemens is recalling 373 Artis zee biplane X-ray diagnostic systems due to a cooling circuit defect that could prevent adequate tube cooling. When the coolant level drops, the system may overheat and shut down imaging capabilities.
The Sight OLO blood analysis device may display and print incorrect reference ranges in software versions 2.59.3 and earlier. This could occur when custom reference ranges were configured after device installation.
Siemens recalls 81 Artis Q.zen ceiling imaging systems distributed nationwide due to risk of inadequate X-ray tube cooling if coolant levels fall below a critical threshold, potentially triggering system shutdown.
Siemens SOMATOM CT scanners with software syngo CT VA30A_SP4 may experience sporadic software errors causing scanning interruptions and potential unexpected radiation doses. 547 units affected nationwide.
Siemens Medical Solutions is recalling 20 Artis pheno diagnostic imaging systems nationwide due to software errors in block movement and detector rotation functions. The malfunction may limit device functionality and delay clinical treatment until the system restarts.
Siemens is recalling 183 Artis zeego X-ray imaging systems due to a cooling system defect that may prevent adequate X-ray tube cooling, triggering automatic system shutdown.
Acon Biotech is recalling Flowflex SARS-CoV-2 Antigen Rapid Tests because the non-EUA authorized kits may produce inaccurate results, including false negatives or false positives.
Navistar is recalling certain 2022-2023 IC BUS school buses because the warning label for the inoperative collision mitigation system may be missing. Drivers may not be aware the safety system is not functioning.
North American Custom Laboratories is recalling LL-37 2 mg/mL injectable vials due to manufacturing process deviations that raise questions about product sterility. The company distributed 25 vials nationwide.
The Gallant HF Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (REF# CDHFA500Q) may experience a Bluetooth malfunction that prevents remote monitoring and reduces battery life. Consult your healthcare provider.
North American Custom Laboratories recalls BPC-157 injectable solution due to manufacturing deviations that compromise sterility assurance. The FDA classified this as a Class II recall affecting 778 vials distributed nationwide.
Siemens is recalling 80 Artis Q floor X-ray systems nationwide due to a cooling circuit failure that may cause insufficient cooling of the X-ray tube, resulting in automatic system shutdown.
Siemens Medical Solutions is recalling its Artis Q.zen X-ray imaging system due to a coolant circulation defect that may cause insufficient tube cooling and system shutdown.
Navistar is recalling certain 2022-2023 commercial buses equipped without forward radar units. The required warning label indicating the collision mitigation system is inoperative may be missing, increasing crash risk.
Qiagen Sciences' KRAS mutation testing kit can produce false positive or false negative results due to testing flags or warnings. 435 kits distributed across 16 U.S. states are affected.
North American Custom Laboratories is recalling 189 vials of Ipamorelin/Sermorelin injectable due to manufacturing deviations that call into question the sterility of this prescription medication.
Blue Bird is recalling 2023 Vision school buses because incorrect pins on the air stop arm may cause it to fail, increasing injury risk during boarding.
Siemens Artis icono biplane diagnostic imaging systems may experience software errors affecting block movements and detector rotation, potentially delaying treatment until the system is restarted.
Siemens' Artis zee X-ray imaging systems may have inadequate cooling if the coolant level drops, potentially causing X-ray tube overheating. The system displays warnings and blocks X-ray operation to prevent equipment damage.
Siemens is recalling 38 Artis Q zeego X-ray systems nationwide due to a cooling circuit malfunction that may prevent adequate cooling of the X-ray tube, triggering automatic system shutdown.
Medtronic Xomed integrated power console software version 2.7.3.0 has a defect that causes the set number of rotations to mismatch the actual rotations in specific modes when used with M5 handpieces. No injuries have been reported.
Huntleigh Healthcare Ltd. is recalling 150 HUNTLEIGH Disposable Intraoperative Probes (8MHz) because the faceplate may become detached from the probe body during use.
Melanotan II injection (35 vials) is being recalled nationwide due to manufacturing deviations that could compromise product sterility. Patients should not use affected lots and should contact their healthcare provider.
Micro Bird is recalling 2018-2020 MB II school buses because GenQ seats may be attached with insufficient hardware, increasing injury risk in a crash.
ARA-290 (Cibinetide Acetate) injection is recalled due to manufacturing deviations that call sterility into question. Patients should contact their healthcare provider, as 28 vials have been distributed nationwide.
Specialty Desserts Services is recalling Miller's Ale House Capt. Jack's Buried Treasure ice cream due to failure to declare milk, egg, wheat, soy, almonds, and coconut allergens. Consumers with these allergies should not consume the product.
Certain Gallant VR Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator units experience Bluetooth malfunction preventing remote monitoring and reducing battery longevity.
PT-141 (Bremelanotide) injection vials are recalled due to manufacturing deviations that compromise sterility assurance. The FDA Class II recall involves 43 vials distributed nationwide.
Beach Brand Foods is recalling New England Beach Pizza products due to potential metal contamination. The affected lots include Lot 087 with best-by date 11/09/2022, distributed in New Hampshire and Massachusetts.
Matrix Medical Network is recalling 3,226 At-Home COVID-19 Test kits distributed across 24 U.S. states because the tests were not authorized by the FDA for home sample collection.
A software anomaly in the Merlin PCS 3650 programmer may cause an in-clinic pacing test to fail terminating and prevent restoration of the implanted device's normal settings. Approximately 30,069 affected devices have been distributed worldwide.
Resource Optimization & Innovation LLC is recalling 3,570 Regard IV Start Kits due to a recalled component, the PDI Prevantics Swab. The affected kits were distributed to two consignees in Missouri.
St. Jude Medical's Merlin 2 programmer software can fail to stop a clinical Decrement Test and restore pacing parameters during in-clinic testing, affecting 401 devices worldwide.
Sartorius Corporation is recalling the Virus Counter Platform Model VC3100 (model numbers VIR-92166, VIR-92341) distributed nationwide to 82 units, classified as a Class II FDA medical device recall.
Siemens is recalling 305 Artis zee floor X-ray imaging systems because the cooling circuit may fail to maintain adequate coolant levels, potentially causing the X-ray tube to overheat. The system includes automatic safeguards that shut down X-ray operation if overheating is detected.
Daimler Vans USA is recalling 2019-2021 Freightliner and Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vans because a software error may prevent the rearview camera from displaying an image.
Sermorelin Acetate injectable (76 vials) recalled nationwide due to manufacturing deviations that compromise sterility assurance. No illnesses reported.
Terumo Cardiovascular Systems Corp is recalling two lots of cardiovascular procedure kits due to packaging damage that occurred during shipping. The recall affects 64 units distributed in California and Indiana.
Siemens is recalling 69 Artis Q.zen biplane systems where coolant levels may drop sufficiently to prevent adequate X-ray tube cooling, triggering automatic shutdown safeguards.
Beckman Coulter is recalling IRISpec CA/CB/CC control kits due to failures in glucose measurement for the CA Control component. The recall affects laboratory quality control products distributed worldwide.
Abbott is recalling 2,134 TactiCath ablation catheters manufactured with a preprogrammed 'First Use Date' that disables the device. Affected devices with 37 specific lot numbers were distributed in the U.S. and 21 other countries.
Microbiologics Inc recalls an inactivated Mycoplasma genitalium reference standard (Lot HE0069-02-1) because its quality control process did not meet specification requirements. This reference material is used in diagnostic and laboratory testing.
Baxter is recalling DISCPAC syringe tip caps that are mislabeled as self-righting when they do not possess this capability, risking improper use in medical procedures.
Microbiologics Inc is recalling an inactivated Mycoplasma genitalium reference material (Catalog # HE0070N, Lot HE0070-01-1) because the quality control process did not meet specification requirements.
Siemens Artis zee ceiling X-ray systems may fail to cool the X-ray tube if the coolant level drops. The system will automatically block X-ray emissions and display warning messages to prevent equipment damage.
DNA Genotek Inc. is recalling ORAcollect Dx oral DNA collection devices because the stabilizing liquid can evaporate, reducing shelf life and potentially affecting sample preservation.
DNA Genotek Inc. is recalling ORAcollect RNA: ORE-100 kits due to evaporation of the stabilizing liquid, which reduces shelf life. Approximately 17,080 units are affected, including lot YJ530.
Siemens is recalling Artis zee floor MN X-ray systems due to a potential cooling circuit malfunction. If coolant drops below adequate levels, the X-ray tube may not cool properly and the system will automatically shut down.
VIRGIN SCENT INC has recalled 46,368 bottles of artnaturals Hand Sanitizer nationwide due to manufacturing process deviations. The affected lots were produced using common ingredients from a contaminated batch.
Preferred Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is recalling Diclofenac Sodium Topical Solution because the manufacturing firm discontinued its stability study program, a CGMP violation. All products within their expiration dates are affected.
artnaturals Scent-Free Hand Sanitizer is recalled due to manufacturing process deviations. Approximately 570,268 bottles distributed nationwide are affected.
Porsche is recalling certain 2020-2021 Taycan vehicles because the driver and passenger seat wire harness could become damaged during horizontal seat adjustment. A damaged harness may deactivate airbags, increasing crash injury risk.
Lakeside Refrigerated Services is recalling approximately 120,872 pounds of ground beef products due to possible E. coli O103 contamination. The products were shipped to retail locations nationwide.
Blue Bird is recalling 2022-2023 Vision school buses because an incorrectly routed fuel line can chafe and leak, increasing fire risk.
PACCAR is recalling 2018-2020 Kenworth and Peterbilt trucks because steering arm fasteners may fail, potentially causing loss of steering control.
Gillig is recalling 2014-2021 Low Floor transit buses because rear-mounted ultracapacitors may allow the engine to start unexpectedly while the master battery disconnect switch is off.
Blue Bird is recalling 2022-2023 Vision transit buses because an incorrectly routed fuel supply line can chafe and leak, increasing fire risk.
Michelin is recalling specific Pilot Sport 4 ZP tires because they lack the required DOT certification symbol on the sidewall.
Daimler Trucks North America is recalling 2019-2023 Thomas Built Bus HDX commercial buses because an improperly routed battery cable may chafe and cause an electrical short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
Tennessee Brown Bag, LLC is recalling approximately 4,590 pounds of beef jerky produced without federal inspection. Consumers are advised not to consume the products.
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