Hazard
882 recalls in our database tag this hazard, drawn from FDA, USDA FSIS, CPSC, and NHTSA source notices.
Of the 882 device failure recalls we have scored against our rubric, 30 (3%) are Critical — deaths or serious injuries reported, or the agency’s own highest classification — and 301 (34%) are Severe.
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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 the HeartWare HVAD heart pump implant due to higher rates of neurological adverse events and mortality compared to other devices. The internal pump may also delay or fail to restart.
Biomet is recalling Arcos hip prosthetic components that may develop corrosion and fail, potentially requiring revision surgery.
Biomet is recalling 11 units of a hip replacement component that could experience inner taper corrosion and failure, potentially requiring surgical intervention. No injuries have been reported.
Biomet is recalling 81 units of a hip replacement component due to potential device failure that could require additional surgery. The affected device is the Arcos Modular Revision Hip System High Offset Cone Prox Body, Size A.
Biomet's Arcos hip implant replacement components may develop inner taper fretting corrosion, leading to device failure requiring surgical intervention. Seven units nationwide are affected.
Biomet is recalling 33 units of the Arcos Modular Revision Hip System due to potential inner taper fretting corrosion that could lead to device failure and require surgical intervention.
Biomet recalled 11 Arcos Modular Revision Hip System proximal cones due to potential inner taper fretting corrosion and device failure that could require surgical intervention. Affected units distributed nationwide.
Biomet is recalling Arcos Modular Revision Hip System components that may develop fretting corrosion in the inner taper, risking device failure and the need for revision surgery. Affected patients should contact their healthcare provider.
Smith & Nephew is recalling an orthopedic surgical nail (BHR SQUARE HEADED, catalog #999908) that may detach during surgery. Forty-seven affected units have been distributed worldwide.
Biomet is recalling 11 units of Arcos Modular Revision Hip System Standard Cone Prox Body components due to potential fretting corrosion at the inner taper joint that could cause device failure and require revision surgery.
Biomet is recalling specific Arcos hip implant components due to potential fretting corrosion of the inner taper that could lead to device failure and require surgical intervention.
Biomet is recalling certain Arcos Modular Revision Hip System components due to risk of device failure and fretting corrosion. Affected patients may require revision surgery.
Merit Medical is recalling 373 Prelude Short Sheath Introducer units from lot H2069291 due to potential incorrect dilators in some packages. The defect could affect device functionality in clinical procedures.
Biomet is recalling hip replacement components that could develop fretting corrosion and fail inside the body, potentially requiring revision surgery.
Biomet, Inc. is recalling 21 units of Arcos Modular Revision Hip System Standard Cone Prox Bodies due to risk of fretting corrosion and device failure that may require surgical intervention.
Biomet is recalling its Arcos Modular Revision Hip System Standard Cone Prox Body due to risk of fretting corrosion and device failure in the inner taper. Affected patients should consult their surgeon.
Biomet is recalling specific lots of Arcos Modular Revision Hip System cone bodies due to potential fretting corrosion and device failure that could require surgical intervention.
Biomet is recalling the Arcos Modular Revision Hip System component due to potential inner taper fretting corrosion that could lead to device failure requiring surgery. No injuries have been reported.
Exactech Connexion GXL acetabular polyethylene liners used in hip implants face premature wear risk in certain patient and implant configurations. Consult your orthopedic surgeon if you have this device.
Boston Scientific is recalling INGENIO CRT-P pacemakers that may develop high internal battery impedance, causing unexpected device resets and Safety Mode activation. Affected devices require replacement.
Central hole cover plugs on EcoFit cementless acetabular cups may come loose during surgical implantation, potentially extending operation time or requiring revision surgery. Fifty-one units in Florida and Texas are affected.
Medtronic is recalling CoreValve Evolut PRO PLUS Delivery Catheter Systems due to reports of actuator separation that could affect proper deployment of these cardiac devices.
Edwards Lifesciences is recalling a pressure monitoring set due to potential detachment of the pressure tubing from the blood sampling system. The recall affects 290 units distributed across multiple US states and international locations.
Windstone Medical Packaging is recalling Angio Pack surgical kits containing angio tubing with incomplete or insufficient welds that may fail during use. The recall affects 190 units; no injuries have been reported.
Medtronic is recalling HY10L28R3 perfusion system tubing packs (lot 221679870) manufactured with insufficient or incomplete welds. The recall affects units distributed in nine U.S. states.