The Recall Desk

Hazard

Contamination recalls

2,060 recalls in our database tag this hazard, drawn from FDA, USDA FSIS, CPSC, and NHTSA source notices.

What the numbers show

Total
2,060
Critical
83
Severe
615
Most recent
2026-09-09

Of the 2,060 contamination recalls we have scored against our rubric, 83 (4%) are Critical — deaths or serious injuries reported, or the agency’s own highest classification — and 615 (30%) are Severe.

About this hazard tag

Hazard tags are short, machine-readable labels we attach to every recall to make cross-cutting queries possible — “all contamination 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.

651–675 of 2060

  • SevereFDA (Food)·F-0549-2021·2021-05-26

    Faribault Foods Recalls O Organics Organic Black Beans Due to Seal Defects

    Faribault Foods is recalling O Organics Organic Black Beans because of compromised hermetic seals on the cans. Consumers should check their pantry for the specific UPC and best-by date.

    Product
    O Organics Organic Black Beans, 15 oz. can, UPC 0-79893-40610-7 Distributed by Lucerne Foods, Inc. P.O. Box 99, Pleasanton, CA 94566-0009, 1-800-232-4271
    Category
    Food
    Distribution
    11 states
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0384-2021·2021-05-26

    Pfizer Recalls Sterile Water Vials Due to Insect Particulate Matter

    Pfizer is recalling 49,525 vials of Sterile Water for Injection because an insect was found in one vial. The product is distributed nationwide.

    Product
    STERILE WATER — STERILE WATER (WATER)
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1529-2021·2021-05-12

    LeMaitre Vascular Recalls LeverEdge Contrast Injectors Due to Packaging Particulates

    LeMaitre Vascular is recalling 616 LeverEdge Contrast Injectors because particulates in the packaging foam could contaminate the sterile field.

    Product
    LeverEdge Contrast Injector: 35 cc syringe with ISO 594 female luer lock - Product Usage: intended to be used to perfuse contrast medias into the vessels for angiographic procedures, Catalog #: 4100-00.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0350-2021·2021-05-05

    CareFusion Recalls ChloraPrep Antiseptic Applicators Due to Fungal Growth Risk

    CareFusion 213, LLC is recalling ChloraPrep With Tint antiseptic applicators because fungal growth may breach package integrity at labeled storage conditions.

    Product
    ChloraPrep With Tint 2% w/v chlorhexidine gluconate (CHG) and 70% v/v isopropyl alcohol (IPA) Non-Sterile Solution - Hi-Lite Orange, 0.10 fl. oz. (3 ml) each, 25 applicators in carton, applicator is sterile if package is intact. CareFusion El Paso, TX 79912, NDC 054365-400-11 Cat
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • CriticalUSDA FSIS·013-2021·2021-04-16

    JBS Recalls Imported Boneless Beef for E. coli O157:H7 Contamination

    JBS USA is recalling approximately 4,860 pounds of imported boneless beef products due to possible E. coli O157:H7 contamination. The raw, frozen beef was distributed to processors in New York and Pennsylvania.

    Product
    JBS USA Food Company Recalls Imported Boneless Beef Products Due to Possible E. coli O157:H7 Contamination
    Category
    Food
    Distribution
    2 states
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0315-2021·2021-04-07

    Zydus Recalls Acyclovir Sodium Injection Due to Crystallization

    Zydus Pharmaceuticals is recalling Acyclovir Sodium Injection due to customer complaints of crystallization in the finished product.

    Product
    ACYCLOVIR — ACYCLOVIR (ACYCLOVIR)
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1328-2021·2021-04-07

    Alcon Custom Ophthalmic Surgical Procedure Packs Recalled for Mold

    Alcon is recalling 249,853 custom ophthalmic surgical procedure packs because mold was found on gowns included in the packages.

    Product
    Alcon Custom Ophthalmic Surgical Procedure Packs
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1275-2021·2021-03-24

    Sirtex Medical Recalls SIROS D-Vial Prep Sets Due to Particulate Matter

    Sirtex Medical Limited is recalling SIROS D-Vial Prep Sets because of a potential presence of particulate matter in the D-Vial.

    Product
    SIROS D-Vial Prep Set, Product Code SIR-10200 - Product Usage: intended for single use.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0919-2021·2021-02-03

    Hardy Diagnostics Recalls Brain Heart Infusion Agar Plates Due to Contamination

    Hardy Diagnostics is recalling specific lots of Brain Heart Infusion Agar plates because they failed to inhibit Staphylococcus aureus as required.

    Product
    Brain Heart Infusion Agar with 6 ug/ml Vancomycin Cat no: G14 Lot no: 472698 Manufactured: 2020-10-29 Expires: 2020-12-28 Container Type: 15x100mm plate, 18 ml
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    11 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0836-2021·2021-01-20

    Fresenius Naturalyte Liquid Acid Concentrate Recall for Conductivity Deviation

    Fresenius Medical Care is recalling 123 bottles of Naturalyte Liquid Acid concentrate due to conductivity deviations and low calcium levels.

    Product
    Naturalyte Liquid Acid concentrate bottles, Product Code 08-2351-8 - Product Usage: used in conjunction with Fresenius Renal Technologies Sodium Bicarbonate Concentrate in a compatible 45X dilution three-stream artificial kidney (hemodialysis) machine.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0815-2021·2021-01-20

    Fresenius NaturaLyte Liquid Acid Concentrate Recall for Low Sodium Levels

    Fresenius Medical Care is recalling NaturaLyte Liquid Acid concentrate bottles because sodium and/or calcium levels were below manufacturing specifications.

    Product
    NaturaLyte Liquid Acid concentrate bottles, Model Number 08-2251-0 - Product Usage: used in conjunction with Fresenius Renal Technologies Sodium Bicarbonate Concentrate in a compatible 45X dilution three-stream artificial kidney (hemodialysis) machine.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0814-2021·2021-01-20

    Fresenius NaturaLyte Liquid Acid Concentrate Recall for Low Sodium Levels

    Fresenius Medical Care is recalling NaturaLyte Liquid Acid concentrate bottles because sodium and/or calcium levels were below manufacturing specifications.

    Product
    NaturaLyte Liquid Acid concentrate bottles, Model Number 08-2231-2 - Product Usage: used in conjunction with Fresenius Renal Technologies Sodium Bicarbonate Concentrate in a compatible 45X dilution three-stream artificial kidney (hemodialysis) machine.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0211-2021·2021-01-13

    SCA Pharmaceuticals Recalls Rocuronium Br Syringes Due to Sterility Concerns

    SCA Pharmaceuticals is recalling 13,096 syringes of Rocuronium Br 50 mg/5mL due to a lack of assurance of sterility and potential defective caps.

    Product
    Rocuronium Br 50 mg/5mL (10 mg/mL), a) 5 mL Single Dose Syringe Red Label(barcode 7000485009) Rx Only, SCA Pharmaceuticals, 755 Rainbow Rd., Windsor, CT, 06095 and b) 5 mL Single Dose Syringe White Label (barcode 70004085028), Rx Only, SCA Pharmaceuticals, 8821 Knoedl Ct, Little
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0195-2021·2021-01-13

    SCA Pharmaceuticals Recalls Hydromorphone Injection Syringes Due to Sterility Concerns

    SCA Pharmaceuticals is recalling 3,092 syringes of Hydromorphone HCl injection due to a lack of assurance of sterility and potential defective syringe caps.

    Product
    HYDROmorphone HCl 6 mg/30mL in 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection (0.2 mg/mL), Rx Only, a) 30 mL Plungerless Single Dose Syringe (barcode 70004030016) and b) 30 mL Single Dose Syringe (barcode 70004030018), SCA Pharmaceuticals, 755 Rainbow Rd., Windsor, CT, 06095
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0193-2021·2021-01-13

    SCA Pharmaceuticals Recalls Fentanyl Syringes Due to Sterility Concerns

    SCA Pharmaceuticals is recalling fentanyl syringes because a defective cap may compromise sterility. The product was distributed to hospitals nationwide.

    Product
    fentaNYL 1500 mcg/30 mL (50 mcg/mL), 30 mL Single Dose Syringe, Rx Only, SCA Pharmaceuticals, 755 Rainbow Rd., Windsor, CT, 06095, barcode 70004020016
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-0707-2021·2020-12-30

    ICU Medical Recalls ChemoLock Administration Sets Due to Molding Defect

    ICU Medical is recalling specific ChemoLock administration sets because a molding defect may cause leaks. This could lead to fluid path contamination or exposure to hazardous medications.

    Product
    31" (78 cm) Appx 3.4 ml, Admin Set w/20 Drop Integrated ChemoLock Drip Chamber, Spiros, Bag Hanger, REF: 011-CL3011; 40" (102 cm) Appx 4.9 ml, Admin Set w/ChemoLock, 20 Drop In-Line Drip Chamber, Spiros, Bag Hanger, REF: 011-CL3020; ChemoLock Port w/Spiros, Red Cap, REF: CL-35; 3
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0705-2021·2020-12-30

    ICU Medical Recalls 30-inch IV Administration Sets Due to Molding Defect

    ICU Medical is recalling 325 units of 30-inch IV administration sets because a molding defect in the male luer may cause fluid leaks, potentially leading to infusion delays or contamination.

    Product
    30" (76 cm) Appx 5.5 mL 20 Drop Admin Set w/Integrated Clave Drip Chamber, 1.2 Micron Filter, Spiros, Bag Hanger, REF: CH3286
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0700-2021·2020-12-30

    ICU Medical Recalls Spinning Spiros and ChemoAccess Infusion Components

    ICU Medical is recalling specific infusion components due to a molding defect that may cause leaks, risking fluid contamination or exposure to hazardous medications.

    Product
    Spinning Spiros, Closed Male Luer, REF: 060-CH2000S; SURPLUG ChemoAccess Closed Male Luer, REF: 066-CH2000S; SURPLUG ChemoAccess 5" (13cm) Bag Spike Adaptor with Closed Male Luer, REF: 066-CH3034; 35" (89 cm) Appx 3.9 ml, 10 Drop Admin Set w/Integrated Clave Drip Chamber, Clave,
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0706-2021·2020-12-30

    ICU Medical Recalls Spiros Male Luer Devices Due to Molding Defect

    ICU Medical is recalling Spiros closed male luer devices due to a molding defect that may cause leaks. The defect could lead to infusion delays, fluid contamination, or exposure to hazardous medications.

    Product
    Spiros CLOSED MALE LUER w/RED CAP, 25 UNITS, REF: 011-CH2000SC-25; 76 cm (30") Appx 3.2 ml, 20 Drop Admin Set w/Integrated ChemoClave Drip Chamber, Spiros w/Purple Cap, Bag Hanger, REF: 011-CH3185; 46 cm (18") Appx 7.4 ml, Trifuse Add-On Set w/2 Spiros w/Purple Caps, Bag Spike, 3
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0699-2021·2020-12-30

    ICU Medical Spiros Administration Sets Recalled for Molding Defect

    ICU Medical is recalling Spiros administration sets due to a molding defect that may cause leaks, potentially leading to fluid path contamination or exposure to hazardous medications.

    Product
    42 IN (107 cm) Appx 5.0 ml, 20 Drop Admin Set, Spiros, REF: 20131-01; 31" (79 cm) Admin Set w/20 Drop Integrated Clave Drip Chamber, Spiros, Bag Hanger Drop-in Red Cap, 4 Units, REF: CH3330-C; 60 IN (152 cm) Appx 1.1 ml, Smallbore Set, MicroClave Clear, Spiros, REF: CH3353; 8" (2
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0711-2021·2020-12-30

    ICU Medical Recalls Spiros Blood Sets Due to Molding Defect

    ICU Medical is recalling Spiros blood sets because a molding defect may cause leaks, risking fluid contamination or air-in-line.

    Product
    26 IN(66 cm) APPX 3.4ml, 10 DROP BLOOD SET, 170 MICRON FILTER, Spiros, REF: Z2795
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0702-2021·2020-12-30

    ICU Medical Recalls Spiros Male Luer Connectors Due to Molding Defect

    ICU Medical is recalling Spiros male luer connectors and administration sets due to a molding defect that may cause leaks, potentially leading to fluid path contamination or exposure to hazardous medications.

    Product
    30" (76 cm) Appx 3.2 ml, 20 Drop Admin Set w/Integrated Clave Drip Chamber, Spiros, Bag Hanger, REF: 20124-01; Spinning Spiros Closed Male Luer, Red Cap, REF: 20130-01; Spinning Spiros, Closed Male Luer, REF: CH2000S; Spinning Spiros Closed Male Luer, 10 units, REF: CH2000S-10; S
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0703-2021·2020-12-30

    ICU Medical Recalls ChemoLock Admin Sets Due to Molding Defect

    ICU Medical is recalling specific ChemoLock administration sets because a molding defect may cause leaks. This could lead to fluid path contamination or exposure to hazardous medications.

    Product
    30" (76 cm) Appx 3.3 ml, 20 Drop Admin Set w/Integrated ChemoLock Drip Chamber, Spiros w/Red Cap, Hanger, REF: CL3011; 31" (79 cm) Appx 3.4 ml, 20 Drop Admin Set w/Integrated ChemoLock Drip Chamber, Spiros w/Red Cap, Bag Hanger, REF: CL3011T; 40" (102 cm) Appx 4.9 ml, Admin Set w
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide