Hazard
110 recalls in our database tag this hazard, drawn from FDA, USDA FSIS, CPSC, and NHTSA source notices.
Of the 110 assembly defect recalls we have scored against our rubric, 0 (0%) are Critical — deaths or serious injuries reported, or the agency’s own highest classification — and 12 (11%) are Severe.
Which agencies issued them
Hazard tags are short, machine-readable labels we attach to every recall to make cross-cutting queries possible — “all assembly defect recalls regardless of agency”, “all listeria recalls in California”, “all airbag recalls in 2025”. The tags are extracted from each recall’s source text during the LLM rewrite step and validated against a fixed schema.
A recall can carry multiple tags — a Listeria recall might also be tagged ready-to-eat and undeclared-allergen. Use the full-text search if you want to combine hazard tags with brand or category filters.
Medtronic is recalling 590 units of the Octopus 4 Tissue Stabilizer, Model 29400 due to an assembly error where tubing was attached to the wrong positions during manufacturing.
Medtronic is recalling 288 units of the Octopus Evolution AS Tissue Stabilizer Model TS2500 due to incorrect tubing positioning during manufacturing, where short and long tubes were attached to wrong locations.
Medtronic Perfusion Systems is recalling the Octopus Evolution Tissue Stabilizer, Model TS2000, due to an assembly error where tubing was incorrectly positioned during manufacturing.
Datascope is recalling the Battery Charging Station, model 0998-00-0802, because a protruding screw in the left battery bay limits full insertion of certain batteries and prevents proper charging.
Medtronic is recalling one lot of the Octopus Nuvo Tissue Stabilizer after identifying an assembly issue in which the short and long tubes were attached to the wrong ends of the canister.
ICEfx Cryoablation Systems are recalled because certain desiccant tube subassemblies were built with end caps that were not correctly tightened. 18 units are affected.
The Preventive Maintenance Kit ICEFX, batch 108159110, is recalled because certain desiccant tube subassemblies were built with end caps that were not correctly tightened. One unit is affected.
BMW is recalling certain 2022-2025 iX, 2023-2024 i7 and 2022-2023 i4 vehicles because high-voltage battery cell modules may not have been assembled properly, stressing the module frame.
Onkos Surgical is recalling the ELEOS Male-Female Midsection 40MM component (Part Number 25001040E) of the ELEOS Limb Salvage System due to a potential assembly defect that could affect surgical positioning during implantation.
Globus Medical is recalling MAGEC 2 Rod model MC2-5090S devices because certain units were assembled with a 5.5mm outer diameter rod instead of the required 5.0mm specification.
Medtronic MiniMed is recalling InPen smart insulin pens that may have been incorrectly assembled, potentially causing the insulin cartridge to not fit or the cartridge holder to be difficult to remove. Users without backup insulin could experience temporary hyperglycemia.
Reichert is recalling 1,876 units of the Phoroptor VRx Digital Refraction System (Model 16242) due to an assembly defect that could cause the refraction head to detach during eye examinations.
Zimmer, Inc. is recalling 155 units of NexGen LCCK Legacy knee implant components because the metal support post was assembled incorrectly in some units. The defective assembly could compromise implant function.
Zimmer, Inc. is recalling NexGen LCCK knee implant articular surface components due to incorrect assembly of the metal support post. The defect was identified internally in a small number of units.
Medline Fluid Delivery Sets were incorrectly assembled with macro drip chambers instead of required micro drip chambers. The macro chamber delivers three times more fluid per drop, creating a risk of dosing errors.
FHC, Inc. recalls microTargeting Insertion Tube Set Lot 244517, affecting 40 units distributed domestically. The oversized spacer tube component risks intracranial hemorrhaging during neurosurgical procedures.
Zimmer recalls the Venapax XL endoscopic vessel harvesting system due to assembly defects that may cause endoscope interference during surgery. A Gen 5 tail piece was incorrectly assembled to Gen 4 devices, affecting 432 units nationwide.
Mercury Medical is recalling approximately 1,300 Neo-Tee T-Piece Resuscitators due to a manufacturing defect that may cause the circuit flow controller to come apart, potentially compromising emergency respiratory support.
Tornier Inc. is recalling 38 Stryker Tornier Perform Humeral System Reversed Inserts (model REF DWP2393) due to inverted locking rings. The defect may prevent the insert from seating securely in the implant stem or spacer.
B. Braun Medical is recalling 19,050 AET36 Anesthesia Extension Sets due to potential product leakage from the Spin Lock Connector caused by excess solvent migration during manufacturing.
The Endo Model M tibial components cannot be loosened during surgery, preventing surgeons from making necessary intraoperative adjustments. This may force unplanned procedure changes.
Biomet recalled RingLoc hip acetabular cup components that may have been incorrectly assembled with a mismatched locking ring, potentially causing joint instability. Affected patients may require surgical intervention.
Atrium Medical Corporation recalls FLIXENE vascular grafts due to separation of the slider swivel rod from the core assembly. The device defect affects 53,308 units distributed worldwide.
Black & Decker is recalling about 44,400 CRAFTSMAN V20 Cordless Tillers/Cultivators because misleading assembly instructions can cause consumers to attach the tines upside down, creating a laceration hazard. No injuries have been reported.
EMS CLEANER BOTTLES (Model EG-1000) for dental prophylaxis systems may disassemble under pressure during treatment or storage. FDA Class II recall; no injuries reported.