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503 recalls were announced in February 2023.
Of the 503 recalls this month scored against our rubric, 1% are Critical, 14% are Severe.
Which agencies issued them
Hyundai is recalling 2012-2014 Veloster vehicles because high conductive liquid may leak into the Reverse Park Aid Sensor, causing an electrical short circuit and increasing fire risk.
Nissan North America is recalling 2023 Ariya vehicles with potentially loose or missing steering wheel bolts. A detached steering wheel could cause loss of steering control and increase crash risk.
Royal Enfield is recalling 2017-2021 Himalayan motorcycles because road salt may corrode brake calipers, potentially causing brake failure and increasing crash risk.
Tesla is recalling 2022-2023 Model Y vehicles because second-row seat back frame bolts may not be securely tightened, potentially reducing seat belt performance.
Ford is recalling certain 2023 Expeditions, along with F-150 and Lincoln Navigator vehicles, due to a front axle pinion defect that may not have been properly heat-treated. The defect can cause fracture, loss of 4-wheel drive, and wheel lockup, increasing crash risk.
Thor Motor Coach is recalling 2018-2021 Windsport and Hurricane recreational vehicles because the driver and front passenger overhead cabinets may detach while in motion, risking injury to occupants.
Gillig is recalling 2011-2022 Low Floor 29-foot transit buses because the rear suspension lower control arm may fail, increasing crash risk.
Prevost is recalling 2018-2023 H3-45 and 2019 H3-41 vehicles because a fire sensor may corrode, causing sudden engine shutdown and crash risk.
BMW of North America is recalling certain 2023 S 1000 RR motorcycles due to a hand brake lever defect that may reduce brake performance. Approximately 394 units are affected.
Ford is recalling 2023 Transit vehicles with specific accessory kits that disable heating, air conditioning, and defrost systems, increasing crash risk.
XOS is recalling 2021-2022 SV05 Stepvan vehicles because an incorrect tire and loading label could lead to unintentional overloading and increased crash risk.
Ford is recalling 2004-2006 Rangers where replacement passenger air bag inflators may have been installed incorrectly, potentially preventing proper inflation during a crash.
Platinum Health is recalling about 53,000 LumaRail bed assist rails because users can become entrapped between the rail and mattress, risking death by asphyxiation. One death has been reported.
Navistar is recalling 2022-2024 International HV and MV trucks and 2022-2023 IC Bus TC buses. An engine control module software defect can cause the engine to override the parking brake when the transmission remains in drive or reverse and the power take-off switch is engaged, resulting in unintended vehicle movement.
Braun Ambulances is recalling specific 2020 and 2022 Demers ambulances because the rear step may fail under weight due to incorrect welding, posing an injury risk.
BMW is recalling certain 2022-2023 models due to a door locking software defect. Faulty ECU programming may prevent doors from locking while driving, increasing crash injury risk.
Thor Motor Coach is recalling 1,969 Palazzo recreational vehicles from model years 2015–2023 because front brackets supporting the fiberglass panel may become loose and detach while driving, creating a road hazard.
Zinus is recalling about 30,400 SmartBase Euro Slats metal platform bed frames because missing reinforcing brackets can cause the frame to collapse, creating an injury hazard. Consumers should stop using the bed frames and request a free repair kit.
TJX is recalling about 73 Aderes bookcases that can tip over if not anchored to the wall, posing tip-over and entrapment hazards that can result in death or injuries to children. Two reports of unstable bookcases have been received with no injuries reported.
Clark Associates is recalling Lancaster Table & Seating brand high chairs that can break during use, posing a fall hazard to children. Three reports of high chairs breaking have been received, though no injuries have been reported.
Navistar is recalling 2018-2022 International trucks with a software defect that may prevent the park brake from holding during power-take-off operation, risking unexpected vehicle movement.
Star Soap Star Candle Prayer Candle recalled about 1.2 million Mainstays Three-Wick Candles because the wicks can burn too close to the glass container, causing it to break and posing fire and laceration hazards. Consumers should stop using the candles immediately and request a refund.
Chrysler recalls Jeep Gladiator and Wrangler with manual transmissions due to clutch pressure plate overheating and fracturing, risking fire and loss of drive.
Chrysler is recalling 2021-2023 Dodge Durango vehicles because the rear spoiler may not be properly aligned with the roof. The misaligned spoiler can be damaged during liftgate use and potentially detach, becoming a road hazard.
XDEEP 1st stage scuba regulators (model NX700) are recalled because a defective screw on the turret connection can break, creating a risk of severe injury and drowning for divers.
USDA FSIS issued a public health alert for New Seasons pizza sauce containing undeclared anchovies, milk, beef, and sulfites. Consumers should discard the product.
Atekcity Corporation is recalling about 2 million Cosori air fryers because a wire connection can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards. The firm has received 205 reports of fires, with 10 minor burn injuries and 23 reports of minor property damage.
Polaris is recalling about 780 Timbersled snow bike conversion kits because a QuickDrive fastener can loosen during operation, causing brake failure and crash risk. No crashes or injuries have been reported.
SCARPA North America is recalling about 770 F1 LT and F1 GT ski boots manufactured in 2022. Screws attaching the ski/walk mechanism can loosen or fall out, causing the mechanism to malfunction and posing a fall hazard.
Harbor Freight Tools is recalling replacement lower blade guards for 12-inch Chicago Electric Miter Saws because they do not sufficiently cover the saw blade and can break during use, posing an injury hazard.
Lucid is recalling certain 2022-2023 Air vehicles because electrically activated contactor switches in the propulsion system may unexpectedly open, cutting power to the electric motors and increasing the risk of a crash.
Wegmans Asian Chop Salad Kit may contain undeclared milk and eggs. Consumers with these allergies should not consume this product and should seek a refund or discard it.
Sentara Infusion Services is recalling Morphine Sulfate intravenous infusion solutions (1 mg/mL and 5 mg/mL) distributed nationwide due to lack of sterility assurance. The products may not be sterile, creating a potential risk of infection.
Conformis Inc. is recalling the iTotal Identity Impactor Handle due to potential loose screws that could fall into patients during surgical procedures. Approximately 70 units from lot D221301 were distributed across multiple U.S. states.
Medline is recalling 1,280 SHOULDER SUSPENSION surgical kits nationwide due to a defective perforated bag that fails to maintain sterility on the kit's exterior, potentially compromising the sterile contents inside.
Sentara Infusion Services is recalling an antibiotic injectable medication due to lack of sterility assurance. Seven bags were dispensed to patients nationwide with a Beyond Use Date of December 2022.
Medline Industries is recalling multiple CENTURION MEDICAL PRODUCTS surgical kits because perforated packaging compromises the sterile barrier. Only contents inside the kit wrapping maintain sterility.
Medline Industries is recalling 630 surgical convenience kits because the perforated bag design fails to maintain sterility of the outer wrapping, though internal contents remain sterile.
Sentara Infusion Services is recalling methadone syringes due to lack of sterility assurance. The affected product was dispensed to patients nationwide.
MicroPort Orthopedics is recalling EVOLUTION MP Tibial Base knee prosthesis components due to a packaging error where a wrong-sized component was placed inside product boxes. One incident was discovered during surgery.
Sentara Infusion Services recalls 83 bags of Milrinone injectable medication nationwide due to lack of sterility assurance. Patients should contact their healthcare provider immediately.
An Olympus EVIS EXERA III colonovideoscope was used in veterinary endoscopy before being designated as a medical facility loaner, creating potential for microbial contamination.
Sentara Infusion Services is recalling Cefazolin antibiotic injections due to lack of sterility assurance. The recall affects 111 bags and 21 syringes distributed nationwide.
Sentara Infusion Services is recalling Vitamin K (Phytonadione) 2.5mg injectable syringes distributed nationwide due to lack of sterility assurance. Patients should contact their healthcare provider.
Cefoxitin injectable antibiotic (1GM and 2GM) prepared by Sentara Infusion Services is being recalled nationwide due to lack of sterility assurance. Affected patients should contact their pharmacy immediately.
Sentara Infusion Services is recalling 91 bags of meropenem injectable antibiotic due to lack of sterility assurance. The product was dispensed nationwide to patients.
Sentara Infusion Services is recalling 16 bags of nafcillin antibiotic infusion nationwide due to lack of sterility assurance. Patients should contact their healthcare provider immediately.
A sterile injectable drug, Abelcet, is being recalled due to bacterial contamination detected in a nationwide shipment. The recall affects 31,879 vials with lot number 1203A.
Sentara Infusion Services is recalling 27 syringes of Methylprednisolone steroid due to lack of sterility assurance. The product was distributed nationwide to patients with a beyond-use date of December 29-31, 2022.
Sentara Home Infusion Pharmacy Services is recalling 14 bags of Ampicillin 8GM in NS 400ML due to lack of sterility assurance. The affected batches were distributed nationwide to patients.
Sentara Infusion Services is recalling 71 bags of Cefepime injectable antibiotic due to lack of sterility assurance. Patients who received affected doses should consult their healthcare provider.
Sentara Infusion Services is recalling Fluconazole 200mg injectable solution due to lack of sterility assurance. The recall affects 13 bags distributed nationwide to patients.
Sentara Infusion Services is recalling 22 bags of Ertapenem (Invanz) injectable antibiotic due to lack of sterility assurance. The product was dispensed nationwide to patients receiving home infusion therapy.
Sentara Infusion Services is recalling 7 bags of INTRALIPID 18GM, a parenteral nutrition solution, due to lack of sterility assurance. The product was dispensed to patients nationwide.
Sentara Infusion Services is recalling 30 bags of Metronidazole 500mg injectable antibiotic distributed nationwide due to lack of sterility assurance. Patients using the product should contact their healthcare provider.
A Vietnamese Coffee Cheesecake product from Hood Famous Bake Shop is being recalled because coconut is listed in the ingredients but not in the allergen declaration, posing a risk to those with coconut allergies.
Amlag & Quibuyen, LLC is recalling White Chocolate Guava Cheesecake (4oz) because soy lecithin and coconut are not declared on the label, risking exposure for allergic consumers.
Sentara Infusion Services is recalling 7 bags of Amikacin 450MG injectable antibiotic due to lack of sterility assurance. The product was dispensed nationwide to patients receiving IV infusions.
Heidi Remington is recalling 76 packages of Lemon Almond Blueberry Bread distributed in Oregon due to undeclared soy lecithin in a releasing agent spray. Soy is a major allergen posing risk to consumers with soy allergies.
Hood Famous Bake Shop is recalling Ube Cheesecake products because coconut is listed in ingredients but not declared in the allergen statement, posing a risk to consumers allergic to coconut.
Amerisource Health Services is recalling Metoprolol Succinate Extended-Release Tablets due to failed dissolution specifications that may prevent proper drug release.
Sentara Infusion Services is recalling 111 bags of TPN (Total Parenteral Nutrition) solution due to lack of sterility assurance. Products were dispensed nationwide to patients.
Select lots of HydroPICC 4Fr catheters are mislabeled with expiration dates that exceed their actual expiration. Affected units should not be used.
Brittle Brothers LLC is recalling multiple brittle products due to undeclared soy allergen distributed in Tennessee. Consumers with soy allergies who may have purchased these products should not consume them.
Sentara Infusion Services is recalling Daptomycin pre-filled syringes distributed nationwide due to lack of sterility assurance. Patients using this antibiotic should contact their healthcare provider immediately.
Lordstown is recalling 2023 Endurance electric pickup trucks because a high-voltage cable fault may cause loss of drive power and prevent restarting.
Hood Famous Bake Shop is recalling Coconut Pandan Cheesecake because sulfite and coconut allergens are not declared on the label. Consumers with allergies should not consume this product.
Toyota is recalling 2022-2023 Tundra and Tundra Hybrid vehicles due to a software error that may cause the instrument panel display to go blank. This prevents drivers from seeing critical information like the speedometer and warning lights.
Sentara Infusion Services is recalling ondansetron 8mg injectable doses due to lack of sterility assurance. The medication was dispensed to patients nationwide with a beyond use date of December 29-30, 2022.
El Tapatio Queso Fresco cheese is being recalled because the product lacks a required ingredient statement on its packaging. This prevents consumers, especially those with food allergies, from identifying potential allergens.
Sentara Infusion Services is recalling levothyroxine injectable syringes dispensed nationwide due to lack of sterility assurance. Patients should contact their healthcare provider if they received this product.
Medline is recalling 1376 surgical convenience kits nationwide due to a packaging defect that compromises the sterility of the outer wrapping. Only the kit contents remain sterile.
The SIEMENS Biograph mCT PET scanner has a potential issue with the locking mechanism that secures the gantry. Six units distributed worldwide including the US, Japan, Chile, and Australia are affected.
Medline Industries recalls 1537 Lab Draw Kits (Reorder #DYNDH1641A, Lot 22HMH339) distributed nationwide due to a perforated outer bag that cannot maintain sterility, compromising the protective barrier.
MEDLINE surgical convenience kits are recalled due to a perforated outer bag that prevents the kit's outer wrapping from remaining sterile. Only the contents inside the wrapper are guaranteed sterile.
HTO Nevada's Maximum Zone2 Topical Analgesic (1oz, Lot #795CP-0003, NDC 80069-012-01) is recalled nationwide in the USA and Canada due to discoloration of the epinephrine active ingredient caused by a manufacturing deviation.
Dobutamine injectable medication distributed by Sentara Infusion Services has been recalled due to lack of sterility assurance. If you received this medication, contact your healthcare provider for guidance.
Sentara Infusion Services is recalling Hydrocortisone sterile injection syringes nationwide due to lack of sterility assurance. Patients who received affected syringes should contact their physician immediately.
Sentara Infusion Services is recalling 17 units of ETHANOL 70% 0.5ML syringes distributed nationwide due to lack of sterility assurance. The syringes may not meet required sterility standards for safe injection.
Sentara Infusion Services is recalling Ampicillin/Sulbactam 3GM intravenous bags due to lack of sterility assurance. The affected product was dispensed nationwide to home infusion patients.
HTO Nevada, Inc. is recalling 4,709 bottles of New & Improved Blue Gel Anesthetic nationwide due to discoloration of the epinephrine active pharmaceutical ingredient resulting from a cGMP deviation in the raw material supply.
PepsiCo is recalling Starbucks Vanilla Frappuccino bottles nationwide due to potential glass contamination. Consumers should not consume affected bottles.
Sentara Infusion Services is recalling 26 bags of Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN) solutions distributed nationwide because the manufacturer cannot assure the products maintain sterility. Patients receiving these products should contact their healthcare provider.
McGuff Compounding Pharmacy recalls 255 vials of thiamine and riboflavin injection nationwide due to foreign substances found in some vials.
Sentara Infusion Services is recalling Diphenhydramine 18mg syringes distributed nationwide due to lack of sterility assurance. The 15-bag recall affects injectable antihistamine products that may pose an infection risk if used.
Sentara Infusion Services is recalling Vancomycin 700 MG and 1000 MG intravenous solution formulations due to lack of sterility assurance. Eighteen bags were distributed nationwide.
A faulty seat belt sensor in 2022 Rivian R1S and R1T vehicles may suppress or prevent air bag deployment during a crash. Affected owners should contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261 for a free replacement.
Sentara Infusion Services recalls 24 bags of TPN (Total Parenteral Nutrition) distributed nationwide due to lack of sterility assurance. The recall affects prescription intravenous nutrition products.
Sentara Infusion Services is recalling Pantoprazole 30mg intravenous syringes due to lack of sterility assurance. The product was dispensed to patients nationwide.
McGuff Compounding Pharmacy Services is recalling Thiamine Hydrochloride and Riboflavin injection vials due to presence of foreign substances in some units.
Sentara Infusion Services is recalling Hydromorphone injectable solutions due to lack of sterility assurance. The recall affects 37 bags distributed nationwide.
Sentara Infusion Services is recalling 14 bags of Levaquin 750MG injectable antibiotic dispensed nationwide due to lack of sterility assurance. The product was distributed to patients for home infusion pump use.
Siemens is recalling the Biograph Horizon 3R Mobile PET/CT system due to a potential failure of the locking mechanism that secures the PET gantry in its scanning or service position. The system has been distributed worldwide.
Sentara Infusion Services is recalling Tobramycin 660mg injectable antibiotic used for home infusion therapy due to lack of sterility assurance. Two bags were dispensed to patients nationwide.
Sentara Infusion Services is recalling eight bags of intravenous penicillin antibiotic due to lack of sterility assurance. The product was dispensed to patients nationwide.
Sentara Infusion Services is recalling 114 bags of 0.9% Sodium Chloride intravenous solution due to lack of sterility assurance. The product was distributed nationwide with Beyond Use dates of December 24–31, 2022.
Roadtrek is recalling certain 2021-2022 recreational vehicles equipped with SDS2 2-burner cooktops because internal burner tubes may fracture and leak gas, creating a fire hazard.
Sentara Infusion Services is recalling 31 nalbuphine syringes (1.5mg and 2.5mg) dispensed nationwide due to lack of sterility assurance. Patients should contact their healthcare provider.
Sentara Infusion Services is recalling Piperacillin/Tazobactam antibiotic injections due to lack of sterility assurance. The 78-unit recall affects patients nationwide.
Sentara Infusion Services is recalling compounded Cefazolin/Heparin injectable syringes due to lack of sterility assurance. Eight syringes with a December 2022 beyond-use date are affected.
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