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.

2026–2050 of 2060

  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1842-2012·2012-06-27

    Terumo Recalls Sarns High-Flow Aortic Arch Cannula Kits Due to Foreign Substance

    Terumo CVS is recalling Sarns High-Flow Aortic Arch Cannula kits because a foreign substance was found on the outer surface of some connectors.

    Product
    CPB CATHETER KIT- DR.VAN TRIGHT. The Sarns High Flow Aortic Arch Cannula is indicated for use in perfusion of the ascending aorta during cardiopulmonary bypass surgery.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1839-2012·2012-06-27

    Terumo Recalls Sarns High-Flow Aortic Arch Cannula Due to Foreign Substance

    Terumo is recalling Sarns High-Flow Aortic Arch Cannulae because a foreign substance was found on the outer surface of some connectors.

    Product
    24FR FLEX ART CANN NON STERILE. The Sarns High Flow Aortic Arch Cannula is indicated for use in perfusion of the ascending aorta during cardiopulmonary bypass surgery.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1840-2012·2012-06-27

    Terumo Recalls Sarns High-Flow Aortic Arch Cannula Due to Foreign Substance

    Terumo CVS is recalling Sarns High-Flow Aortic Arch Cannulae because a foreign substance was found on the outer surface of some connectors.

    Product
    SPECIALTYCARE - HUDGENS. The Sarns High Flow Aortic Arch Cannula is indicated for use in perfusion of the ascending aorta during cardiopulmonary bypass surgery.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1841-2012·2012-06-27

    Terumo Recalls Sarns High-Flow Aortic Arch Cannula Kits Due to Foreign Substance

    Terumo CVS is recalling Sarns High-Flow Aortic Arch Cannula kits because a foreign substance was found on the outer surface of some connectors.

    Product
    CUSTOM CPB CATHETER KIT-DR. The Sarns High Flow Aortic Arch Cannula is indicated for use in perfusion of the ascending aorta during cardiopulmonary bypass surgery.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1835-2012·2012-06-27

    Terumo Recalls Sarns Flexible Arterial Cannulas Due to Foreign Substance

    Terumo CVS is recalling Sarns Flexible Arterial Cannulas because a foreign substance found on the connectors can be dislodged during use.

    Product
    SARNS FLEXIBLE ARTERIAL CANNULA: 6.7 MM (20 FR) 00 WITH 3/8" CONNECTOR,SUTURE RING, 9.5" (24 CM) LONG. The Sarns High Flow Aortic Arch Cannula is indicated for use in perfusion of the ascending aorta during cardiopulmonary bypass surgery.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1832-2012·2012-06-27

    Terumo Recalls Sarns High-Flow Aortic Arch Cannula Due to Foreign Substance

    Terumo CVS is recalling Sarns High-Flow Aortic Arch Cannulas because a foreign substance found on connectors can be dislodged during use.

    Product
    SARNS HIGH-FLOW AORTIC ARCH CANNULA: 5.2 MM (16 FR) 00 WITH 3/8" CONNECTOR, 7.5" (19 CM) LONG. The Sarns High Flow Aortic Arch Cannula is indicated for use in perfusion of the ascending aorta during cardiopulmonary bypass surgery.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1838-2012·2012-06-27

    Terumo Recalls Sarns Flexible Arterial Cannulas Due to Foreign Substance

    Terumo CVS is recalling Sarns Flexible Arterial Cannulas because a foreign substance was found on the connectors that could dislodge during use.

    Product
    SARNS FLEXIBLE ARTERIAL CANNULA: 8.0 MM (24 FR) 00 WITH 3/8" CONNECTOR, CM MARKING, 10" (25 CM) LONG. The Sarns High Flow Aortic Arch Cannula is indicated for use in perfusion of the ascending aorta during cardiopulmonary bypass surgery.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1833-2012·2012-06-27

    Terumo Recalls Sarns High-Flow Aortic Arch Cannula Due to Foreign Substance

    Terumo CVS is recalling Sarns High-Flow Aortic Arch Cannulae because a foreign substance was found on the outer surface of some connectors that can be dislodged.

    Product
    SARNS HIGH-FLOW AORTIC ARCH CANNULA: 6.5 MM (20 FR) 00 WITH 3/8" CONNECTOR, 11" (28 CM) LONG. The Sarns High Flow Aortic Arch Cannula is indicated for use in perfusion of the ascending aorta during cardiopulmonary bypass surgery.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1837-2012·2012-06-27

    Terumo Recalls Sarns Flexible Arterial Cannula Due to Foreign Substance

    Terumo CVS is recalling Sarns Flexible Arterial Cannulas because a foreign substance found on the connector surface can be dislodged during use.

    Product
    SARNS FLEXIBLE ARTERIAL CANNULA: 8.0 MM (24 FR) WITH 3/8" CONNECTOR,SUTURE RING, 9.5" (24 CM) LONG. The Sarns High Flow Aortic Arch Cannula is indicated for use in perfusion of the ascending aorta during cardiopulmonary bypass surgery.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1836-2012·2012-06-27

    Terumo Recalls Sarns Flexible Arterial Cannulas Due to Foreign Substance

    Terumo CVS is recalling Sarns Flexible Arterial Cannulas because a foreign substance was found on the connectors that can be dislodged.

    Product
    SARNS FLEXIBLE ARTERIAL CANNULA: 7.3 MM (22 FR) 00 WITH 3/8" CONNECTOR,SUTURE RING, 9.5" (24 CM) LONG. The Sarns High Flow Aortic Arch Cannula is indicated for use in perfusion of the ascending aorta during cardiopulmonary bypass surgery.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1834-2012·2012-06-27

    Terumo Recalls Sarns High-Flow Aortic Arch Cannula Due to Foreign Substance

    Terumo CVS is recalling Sarns High-Flow Aortic Arch Cannulae because a foreign substance was found on the outer surface of some connectors that could be dislodged.

    Product
    SARNS HIGH-FLOW AORTIC ARCH CANNULA: 6.5 MM (20 FR) 00 WITH 3/8" CONNECTOR, 11" (28 CM) LONG, WITH XCOATING SURFACE COATING. The Sarns High Flow Aortic Arch Cannula is indicated for use in perfusion of the ascending aorta during cardiopulmonary bypass surgery.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Food)·F-1419-2012·2012-06-20

    J&I Trading Group Recalls Fresh Baby Clam Meat Due to Sanitation Concerns

    J&I Trading Group, Inc. is recalling 15 cases of Fresh Baby Clam Meat because the shellfish was harvested from waters potentially exposed to inadequate sanitation controls.

    Product
    Fresh Baby Clam Meat Labels on outer styrofoam container; 200 g packages, 30 or 40 packages/case, refrigerated. Refrigerate after opening. Product arrived via Korean Air Cargo directly to consignees.
    Category
    Food
    Distribution
    1 state
  • HighFDA (Food)·F-1436-2012·2012-06-20

    Orchids Smoked Oysters Recalled for Potential Contamination

    CTC Food International is recalling Orchids brand Smoked Oysters due to potential contamination from insanitary conditions.

    Product
    Orchids brand Smoked Oysters in cottonseed oil, salt added. Net Wt. 3 oz Ingredients: oysters, salt, water. Packed for CTC Food Int'l Inc. South San Francisco, CA 94080 Product of Korea
    Category
    Food
    Distribution
    1 state
  • ModerateFDA (Food)·F-1430-2012·2012-06-20

    King & Prince Seafood Recalls Mrs. Friday's Breaded Oysters for Insanitary Conditions

    King & Prince Seafood is recalling Mrs. Friday's Gourmet Breaded Oysters because they were prepared under insanitary conditions, posing a potential health risk.

    Product
    Mrs.Friday's brand, Gourmet Breaded Oysters, Small 26-34 CT, Ready to Fry, Net Wt 2.5 lbs (1.13 kg).
    Category
    Food
    Distribution
    13 states
  • ModerateFDA (Food)·F-1422-2012·2012-06-20

    Polar Whole Boiled Oysters Recalled for Insanitary Conditions

    Milky Way Intl Trading Corp is recalling Polar Whole Boiled Oysters due to insanitary conditions that may have contaminated the product.

    Product
    Polar Whole Boiled Oysters, 8 oz. net weight, 12 cans/carton.
    Category
    Food
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Food)·F-1432-2012·2012-06-20

    Chicken of the Sea Recalls Oysters Due to Insanitary Conditions

    Chicken of the Sea is recalling specific oyster products because they were prepared or packed under insanitary conditions, posing a potential health risk.

    Product
    1) Chicken of the Sea Whole Oysters, 12 units per case, 8oz., UPC 4800000267; 2) Ace of Diamonds Whole Oysters 24 units per case, UPC 7760015508
    Category
    Food
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1808-2012·2012-06-20

    Vygon Recalls Heparin Lock Flush Syringes and PICC Insertion Kits

    Vygon is recalling Heparin Lock Flush Syringes and kits containing them due to a voluntary recall of similar syringes by the manufacturer.

    Product
    Churchill Medical Systems, Inc. A VYGON COMPANY PICC INSERTION TRAY Prefilled syringes included in the kit are used to maintain the patency of indwelling catheter lumens
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Food)·F-1434-2012·2012-06-20

    Chicken of the Sea Recalls Smoked Oyster Water for Sanitation Issues

    Chicken of the Sea is recalling Pacific Pearl Smoked Oyster Water because the product was prepared under insanitary conditions that may have caused contamination.

    Product
    Pacific Pearl Smoked Oyster Water 12 units per case
    Category
    Food
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Food)·F-1421-2012·2012-06-20

    Campbell's Oyster Stew Recalled for Potential Contamination

    Campbell Soup Company is recalling Campbell's Oyster Stew because it may have been prepared under insanitary conditions, posing a potential health risk.

    Product
    Campbell's Oyster Stew, Net Wt 10.5 oz (298g), Campbell Soup Company, Camden, NJ 08103-1701
    Category
    Food
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Food)·F-1424-2012·2012-06-20

    Daufuski Brand Boiled Oysters Recalled for Insanitary Conditions

    Liberty Gold Fruit Company is recalling Daufuski Brand boiled oysters due to preparation under insanitary conditions that may have contaminated the product.

    Product
    Daufuski Brand boiled Oysters, 8 oz; Distributed by Liberty Gold Fruit, Inc.
    Category
    Food
    Distribution
    8 states
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1806-2012·2012-06-20

    Vygon Recalls Heparin Lock Flush Syringes and Kits

    Vygon is voluntarily recalling Heparin Lock Flush Syringes and kits containing them due to a related recall of VY Flush Heparin Lock Flush Syringes.

    Product
    Churchill Medical Systems, Inc. VAD ACCESS TRAY Kit Prefilled syringes included in the kit are used to maintain the patency of indwelling catheter lumens
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Food)·F-1428-2012·2012-06-20

    Crown Prince Canned Smoked Oysters Recalled for Insanitary Conditions

    Crown Prince Inc is recalling canned smoked oysters prepared under insanitary conditions that may have rendered them injurious to health.

    Product
    Canned oysters. Crown Prince Natural Smoked Oysters with Chili Pepper, 3 oz. Each case is 3oz/18.
    Category
    Food
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide