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.

Which agencies issued them

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.

1001–1025 of 2060

HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0967-2018·2018-03-21
Ortho Solutions Recalls System 26 Implants Due to Corrosion Residue
Ortho Solutions is recalling 106 System 26 Forefoot and Midfoot implant trays from the US market because corrosion residue was found inside the cannulated devices.
Product
SYSTEM 26. Part Numbers: OS900035-NS; OS900036-NS; OS900037-NS; OS900038-NS; OS900040-NS; OS900041-NS; OS900042-NS; OS900043-NS; OS900047-NS; OS900048-NS; OS900045-NS; OS900046-NS; OS900050-NS; OS900051-NS; OS900044-NS; OS900049-NS; OS900053-NS; OS900054-NS; OS
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
0 states
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1029-2018·2018-03-21
Zimmer Biomet Recalls Versus 8 Inch Beaded Hip Implants Due to Packaging Residue
Zimmer Biomet is recalling 13,227 Versus 8 Inch Beaded hip implants because LDPE packaging may leave residue on the polished surface.
Product
VERSYS 8 INCH BEADED FC 12X200MM STR STD BODY/NECK 13X200MM STR STD BODY/NECK 14X200MM STR STD BODY/NECK REV 13.5X200MM BWD LT 15X200MM STR STD BODY/NECK REV 13.5X200MM BWD RT REV 15.0X200MM BWD LT REV 15.0X200MM BWD RT REV 16.5X200MM BWD LT REV 16.5X200MM BWD RT Pr
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1031-2018·2018-03-21
Zimmer Biomet Recalls Hip and Knee Implants Due to Packaging Residue
Zimmer Biomet is recalling 13,227 hip and knee implants because LDPE packaging may leave residue on the polished surface.
Product
CR-FLX POR HATCP FEM C-L MINUS CR-FLX POR HATCP FEM C-R MINUS CR-FLX POR HATCP FEM D-L MINUS CR-FLX POR HATCP FEM D-R MINUS CR-FLX POR HATCP FEM E-L MINUS CR-FLX POR HATCP FEM E-R MINUS CR-FLX POR HATCP FEM F-L MINUS CR-FLX POR HATCP FEM F-R MINUS CR-FLX POR HATCP FEM G-L
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1030-2018·2018-03-21
Zimmer Biomet Recalls Knee Prostheses Due to Packaging Residue
Zimmer Biomet is recalling specific knee prostheses because the packaging bags may leave residue on the implant surface.
Product
CR POR FEM HATCP SIZE E/L SIZE F/L Knee Prosthesis
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1033-2018·2018-03-21
Zimmer Biomet Recalls Natural-Knee II Implants Due to Packaging Residue
Zimmer Biomet is recalling 13,227 Natural-Knee II knee implants because LDPE packaging may leave residue on the polished implant surfaces.
Product
NP FEM LT SZ0 NATURAL-KNE NP FEM RT SZ0 NATURAL-KNE NP FEM LT SZ2 NATURAL-KNE NP FEM RT SZ2 NATURAL-KNE NP FEM LT SZ3 NATURAL-KNE The Natural-Knee II System with Cancellous-Structured Titanium (CSTi) Porous Coating
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1048-2018·2018-03-21
Zimmer Biomet Recalls Knee Implants Due to Packaging Residue
Zimmer Biomet is recalling 13,227 CR-FLEX knee implants because LDPE packaging may leave residue on the polished surface.
Product
CR-FLEX POR FEM F-L CR-FLEX POR FEM F-R MINUS CR-FLEX POR FEM G-L This device is indicated for patients with severe knee pain and disability
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1060-2018·2018-03-21
Zimmer Biomet Recalls Knee Implants Due to Packaging Residue
Zimmer Biomet is recalling 13,227 Natural-Knee Flex System femoral components because LDPE packaging may leave residue on the polished implant surface.
Product
GENDER SOLUTIONS NATURAL-KNEE FLEX SYSTEM GENDER SOLUTIONS FEMALE (GSF) FEMORAL COMPONENT NONPOROUS¿ N-K FLX GSF NP FEM SZ 0 RT N-K FLX GSF NP FEM SZ 4 LT N-K FLX GSF NP FEM SZ 4 RT Components with CSTi porous coating are indicated for uncemented or cemented use
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1058-2018·2018-03-21
Zimmer Biomet Recalls Knee Implants Due to Packaging Residue
Zimmer Biomet is recalling 13,227 CR-FLEX knee implants because LDPE packaging may leave residue on the polished surface.
Product
CR-FLEX GSF PCT SZ C-R MINUS¿ CR-FLEX GSF PCT SZ D-L MINUS¿ CR-FLEX GSF PCT SZ D-R MINUS¿ CR-FLEX GSF PCT SZ E-L MINUS¿ CR-FLEX GSF PCT SZ E-R MINUS¿¿ CR-FLEX GSF PCT SZ F-L MINUS¿ CR-FLEX GSF PCT SZ F-R MINUS¿ CR-FLEX GSF PCT SZ G-L MINUS¿ CR-FLEX GSF PCT SZ G-R MINUS¿
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1041-2018·2018-03-21
Zimmer Biomet Recalls Hip and Knee Implants Due to Packaging Residue
Zimmer Biomet is recalling 13,227 hip and knee implants because LDPE packaging may leave residue on the polished surfaces.
Product
CR PRECOAT FEM COMP SIZE BMR CR PRECOAT FEM COMP SIZE C/R CR PRECOAT FEM COMP SIZE D/R CR PRECOAT FEM COMP SIZE E/R CR PRECOAT FEM COMP SIZE F/R CR PRECOAT FEM COMP SIZE G/L CR PRECOAT FEM COMP SIZE H/L CR PRECOAT FEM COMP SIZE H/R CR POROUS FEM COMP SIZE E/L CR POROUS F
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1027-2018·2018-03-21
Zimmer Biomet Recalls Hip Implants Due to Packaging Residue
Zimmer Biomet is recalling specific Versys hip prostheses because LDPE packaging may leave residue on the polished implant surface.
Product
VERSYS 7.5 IN BEADED FC +10 CALCAR 13.5X180MM STR +10 CALCAR 15.5X180MM STR +20 CALCAR 16.5X180MM STR Prosthesis, Hip, Semi-Constrained, Metal/Polymer, Porous Uncemented
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1018-2018·2018-03-21
Zimmer Biomet Recalls Hip Implants Due to Packaging Residue
Zimmer Biomet is recalling 13,227 hip implants because LDPE packaging may leave residue on the polished surface.
Product
CPT 12/14 COCR SIZE 2 EXT prosthesis, hip, semi-constrained, metal/polymer, porous uncemented
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1057-2018·2018-03-21
Zimmer Biomet Recalls NEXGEN GSF Porous Femoral LPS Flex Implants
Zimmer Biomet is recalling NEXGEN GSF Porous Femoral LPS Flex implants because LDPE packaging may leave residue on the polished surface.
Product
NEXGEN GSF POROUS FEMORAL LPS FLEX SIZE F, RIGHT¿ " These devices are indicated for patients with: - Painful and/or disabling knee joints due to osteoarthritis or traumatic arthritis. - Previous tibial condyle or plateau fractures with loss of anatomy or function. - Varus or v
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1045-2018·2018-03-21
Zimmer Biomet Recalls NEXGEN LPS-FLEX Knee Implants Due to Packaging Residue
Zimmer Biomet is recalling NEXGEN LPS-FLEX knee implants because LDPE packaging may leave residue on the polished surface.
Product
NEXGEN LPS-FLEX PRECOAT FEMORAL SIZE E-LT This device is indicated for patients with severe knee pain and disability
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1055-2018·2018-03-21
Zimmer Biomet Recalls Hip and Knee Implants Due to Packaging Residue
Zimmer Biomet is recalling 13,227 hip and knee implants because LDPE bag packaging may leave residue on the polished surfaces.
Product
FEM PRC LT M/RT L SML FEM PRC RT M/LT L SML FEM PRC LT M/RT L SML+ FEM PRC RT M/LT L SML+ FEM PRC LT M/RT L REG FEM PRC RT M/LT L REG FEM PRC LT M/RT L REG+ FEM PRC RT M/LT L REG+ FEM PRC LT M/RT L LGE
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1022-2018·2018-03-21
Zimmer Biomet Recalls Versys Hip Prostheses Due to Packaging Residue
Zimmer Biomet is recalling Versys hip prostheses because LDPE packaging may leave residue on the polished implant surface.
Product
VERSYS 6 INCH BEADED FC 12X160MM LM BODY EXT NECK VERSYS BEADED FULLCOAT REVISION HIP PROSTHESIS
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0836-2018·2018-03-14
Stryker AHTO Tube Set Recalled for High Bioburden Levels
Stryker is recalling AHTO Tube Sets labeled sterile because routine testing found bioburden levels higher than internal acceptable rates.
Product
STRYKER CASSETTE PUMP, AHTO Tube Set, labeled sterile. Includes the following: a. Stryker AHTO Tube Set Packaging (Model 0250070600); b. Stryker AHTO Tube Set with Tip Packaging (Model 0250070620);
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
0 states
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0700-2018·2018-03-07
Moog Curlin Infusion Sets Recalled for Particulate Matter on Spike
Zevex Incorporated is recalling Moog Curlin Infusion Administration Sets because particulate matter was found on the spike. The recall covers 7,979 cases distributed nationwide and internationally.
Product
MOOG Curlin Infusion Administration Set, Ref 340-4166, Non-DEHP Microbore Tubing with Non-Vented Spike, Anti-Siphon Valve included for Free Flow Protection, packaged 20/box, for use with the Moog Curlin Ambulatory Volumetric Infusion Pump, RX, Sterile. Product Usage: Admini
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0697-2018·2018-03-07
Moog Curlin Infusion Administration Set Recalled for Particulate Matter
Zevex Incorporated is recalling Moog Curlin Infusion Administration Sets due to particulate matter found on the spike. The recall covers 56,244 cases distributed nationwide and internationally.
Product
MOOG Curlin Infusion Administration Set, Ref 340-4114, Non-DEHP Microbore Tubing with Non-Vented Bag Spike, packaged 20/box, for use with the MOOG Curlin Ambulatory Volumetric Infusion Pump, RX, Sterile. Product Usage: Administration set to be used with the Moog Curlin infu
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0699-2018·2018-03-07
Moog Curlin Infusion Administration Set Recalled Due to Particulate Matter
Zevex Incorporated is recalling specific lots of Moog Curlin Infusion Administration Sets because particulate matter was found on the spike.
Product
MOOG Curlin Infusion Administration Set, Ref 340-4134, Non-DEHP Microbore Tubing with Non-Vented Bag Spike and Y-Site with Check Valve, packaged 20/box, for use with the Moog Curlin Ambulatory Volumetric Infusion Pump, RX, Sterile. Product Usage: Administration set to be us
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0702-2018·2018-03-07
Moog Curlin Infusion Sets Recalled for Particulate Contamination
Zevex Incorporated is recalling specific lots of Moog Curlin Infusion Administration Sets due to particulate matter found on the spike.
Product
MOOG Curlin Infusion Administration Set, Ref 340-4169, Non-DEHP Microbore Tubing with Non-Vented Bag Spike and distal Ultrasite Needleless Injection Port (Positive Pressure), Anti-Siphon Valve included for Free Flow Protection, packaged 20/box, for use with the Moog Curlin Ambula
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0698-2018·2018-03-07
Moog Curlin Infusion Set Recalled for Particulate Contamination
Zevex Incorporated is recalling Moog Curlin Infusion Administration Sets because particulate matter was found on the spike.
Product
MOOG Curlin Infusion Administration Set, Ref 340-4133, Non-DEHP Microbore Tubing with Non-Vented Bag Spike and Needleless Injection Port (Positive Pressure), packaged 20/box, for use with the Moog Curlin Ambulatory Volumetric Infusion Pump, RX, Sterile. Product Usage: Admini
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
SevereUSDA FSIS·019-2018·2018-03-03
Interstate Meat Distributors Recalls Ground Beef and Pork for E. coli Risk
Interstate Meat Distributors is recalling approximately 14,806 pounds of ground beef and pork products due to possible E. coli O157:H7 contamination.
Product
Interstate Meat Dist., Inc. — Interstate Meat Distributors, Inc., Recalls Ground Beef and Pork Products due to Possible E. coli O157:H7 Contamination
Category
Food
Distribution
3 states
SevereFDA (Food)·F-0828-2018·2018-02-28
Gobugi Holdings Recalls Dried Anchovies Due to Botulism Risk
Gobugi Holdings Inc. is recalling dried anchovies in California and Oregon because the product is uneviscerated and may be contaminated with Clostridium botulinum.
Product
Dried Anchovy, size (S), (M), (L), packaged in 1.5 kg. cardboard box without brand name. The cardboard box states "***IMPORTED BY: GOBUGI HOLDINGS, INC. 4520 SW 110TH AVE. BEAVERTON, OREGON 97005***PRODUCT OF REPUBLIC OF KOREA***". Small (S) Anchovy Korea, packaged in a clear
Category
Food
Distribution
2 states
SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0573-2018·2018-02-07
Baxter Recalls Nexterone Injection Due to Polyethylene Particulate Matter
Baxter Healthcare is recalling Nexterone (amiodarone HCl) Premixed Injection because polyethylene particulate matter was identified in the product packaging.
Product
NEXTERONE — NEXTERONE (AMIODARONE HYDROCHLORIDE)
Category
Drug
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
SevereFDA (Food)·F-0626-2018·2018-01-31
Rugby D3 Vitamin Liquid Recalled for Yeast and B. cepacia Contamination
Pharmatech LLC is recalling Rugby D3 Vitamin liquid due to the presence of yeast and potential contamination with B. cepacia.
Product
Rugby D3 Vitamin liquid 400 IU/1 mL dose 1 2/3 fl. oz. (50 mL) UPC 00536-8400-80
Category
Drug
Distribution
1 state