Hazard
240 recalls in our database tag this hazard, drawn from FDA, USDA FSIS, CPSC, and NHTSA source notices.
Hazard tags are short, machine-readable labels we attach to every recall to make cross-cutting queries possible — “all device failure 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.
TAS Medical is recalling Tissue Approximation System models because tissue approximation straps (zip-ties) may break before or during surgery. Undetected breaks could lead to hernia recurrence requiring additional corrective surgery.
Lumenis recalled three Pulse 120H laser systems due to a charger defect. The charger's initial current can damage AC controller power resistors, preventing the device from powering on.
Tyber Medical is recalling A.L.P.S. mvX Medial Tibia Plates due to reports that the locking screw can pass through the locking hole during surgery, causing surgical delays.
Augustine Temperature Management recalls 3 Hot Dog patient warming mattresses (US530) due to cable connector deflection that may cause intermittent connection failure, potentially occurring after one year of use.
Olympus Single Use Guide Sheath Kits (models K-201 through K-204) are recalled because the radiopaque tip of the guide sheath may detach and fall into the patient during respiratory procedures.
Angel Medical Systems is recalling The Guardian cardiac diagnostic implants due to devices reaching end of service prematurely. The affected units may fail to properly detect acute coronary syndrome events.
Exactech is recalling Alteon XLE hip replacement liners due to a manufacturing defect. Some units lack the Ethylene Vinyl Alcohol barrier layer required for proper device function.
The SenTiva and SenTiva Duo vagus nerve stimulation generators may stop delivering therapy due to an internal mechanical component becoming stuck, causing potential loss of seizure and depression control.
LivaNova's SenTiva VNS generators (48 units) may stop delivering stimulation due to a mechanical defect. Patients may experience return to baseline seizure or depressive symptoms and may require replacement surgery.
LivaNova is recalling approximately 8,223 SenTiva VNS Therapy generators due to a potential internal component failure that may cause the implanted device to stop delivering seizure therapy. Affected patients should contact their physician.
Olympus is recalling Thunderbeat hand instruments because probe tips can be damaged or break, and pads can detach during use. No injuries have been reported.
Olympus is recalling Thunderbeat hand instruments (Model TB-0535FCS) because probe tips can be damaged or break during use. The recall affects 27,352 units distributed internationally.
Olympus is recalling Thunderbeat surgical hand instruments due to damaged or breaking probe tips that may occur during use and affect surgical procedure safety.
Three Abbott Navitor 29mm transcatheter aortic heart valves were recalled due to a manufacturing error that allowed valves with leaflet deflection outside specifications to be distributed. The defect could affect valve durability or cause valve failure.
Abbott Medical is recalling the Navitor 29mm transcatheter aortic heart valve due to a manufacturing error affecting leaflet specifications. The defect could potentially impact long-term valve durability or cause valve failure.
Maquet Cardiovascular is recalling the VasoView HemoPro Endoscopic Vessel Harvesting System due to silicone detachment from the Harvesting Tool Jaws during use. This FDA Class I recall affects 28,809 units worldwide.
Covidien is recalling specific lots of its Chameleon PTA Balloon Catheter that failed in-house pressure testing. The affected catheters were distributed worldwide to the US and 18 countries.
DRG International is recalling 504 units of its 17-OH Progesterone ELISA kit (Model EIA-1292) due to mismatched control acceptance ranges between the Certificate of Analysis and component labels, causing test failure.
B-K Medical A/S is recalling 1,648 ultrasound systems due to loose power connections that can cause excessive heat and potential thermal events.
Boston Scientific has recalled 308 units of WallFlex and Agile esophageal stent systems due to the potential for delivery catheter tip detachment during stent placement. The affected devices are distributed worldwide.
Boston Scientific is recalling esophageal stent systems due to potential delivery catheter tip detachment during placement. Patients and providers with affected devices should contact the manufacturer for guidance.
Cook Biotech is recalling 130 units of Biodesign Fistula Plug C-FPS-0.7-2 surgical implants because the devices expire prior to the expiration date printed on the labeling. Devices were distributed worldwide including the US and 11 other countries.
Boston Scientific recalls WallFlex and Agile esophageal stent systems (305 units) due to potential delivery catheter tip detachment. Affected products were distributed worldwide.
Medline is recalling medical convenience kits containing defective plastic syringes that may leak or break. The kits are used for epidural and spinal anesthesia procedures and have been distributed worldwide.
Smiths Medical is recalling specific lots of PORTEX Bivona Neonatal Tracheostomy Tubes due to a manufacturing defect that may cause the securement flange to tear, affecting device positioning.