Hazard
1,800 recalls in our database tag this hazard, drawn from FDA, USDA FSIS, CPSC, and NHTSA source notices.
Of the 1,800 device malfunction recalls we have scored against our rubric, 31 (2%) are Critical — deaths or serious injuries reported, or the agency’s own highest classification — and 370 (21%) are Severe.
Which agencies issued them
Hazard tags are short, machine-readable labels we attach to every recall to make cross-cutting queries possible — “all device malfunction 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.
Philips recalls Azurion imaging systems because the foot switch pedal may stick in the active position, causing unintended radiation emission. Facilities should stop using the systems and contact Philips for guidance.
Datascope Corp. is recalling 9,175 Cardiosave Rescue Intra-Aortic Balloon Pumps due to autofill failures that can cause the pump to stop.
Philips is recalling wireless foot switches used with Allura Xper and Azurion X-ray systems because they may become unavailable during procedures. Approximately 1,865 units were distributed worldwide.
Olympus Corporation is recalling 1,004 units of the Bronchovideoscope Model BF-3C160 due to a dimensional defect that can cause the endoscope to become lodged in an endotracheal tube connector.
Alcon Custom Pak intraocular lens packages are recalled due to reports of patient injury during surgical procedures caused by plastic debris from over-tightening with the included plastic wrench.
Carefusion 2200 Inc recalls 42 units of Snowden-Pencer surgical dissectors distributed in the US and Canada due to potential cracking of the rotation knob caused by an adhesive defect in manufacturing.
FreeStyle Libre 2 Readers may display an 'Incompatible Sensor' error when attempting to activate a new sensor after incomplete 14-day wear, potentially preventing new sensor activation and causing delayed glucose monitoring.
Carefusion is recalling specific lots of Snowden-Pencer surgical graspers used in endoscopy due to a manufacturing defect that could cause the rotation knob to crack or break. The affected instrument may malfunction during surgical procedures.
Siemens has recalled 10 ARTIS angiography systems due to thermal overload hazard in cable connectors. The issue may cause burning smell and loss of imaging functionality, potentially requiring treatment cancellation or system replacement.
Megadyne Medical Products is recalling 241,457 MEGADYNE Suction Coagulators due to fluid ingress into the handpiece, which may cause unintended activation, failure to activate, or self-activation during surgical procedures.
The metal mounting box on the rotating scanner of the Incisive CT system may become detached and contact other components, potentially injuring users or causing system shutdown.
Wilson-Cook Medical's Fusion Lithotripsy Extraction Baskets are being recalled due to mechanical defects that can prevent the basket from advancing or retracting, or cause the drive wire to break or separate during use.
Hamilton Medical is recalling 2,319 HAMILTON T1 Ventilators due to a software anomaly that may cause the device to stop and enter ambient mode after approximately 91 days of use.
Davol's Ventralight ST hernia repair implant balloon may fail to inflate properly during laparoscopic surgery. This could result in procedure delay, inadequate mesh placement, and risk of infection.
A surgical mesh implant used in ventral hernia repair may fail to inflate properly during the procedure, potentially causing inadequate placement and infection risk. The manufacturer is recalling 169 units worldwide.
Argon Medical Devices is recalling 3 Option Elite Retrievable Vena Cava Filters due to a potential performance defect that could result in pulmonary embolism. Affected units were distributed in Texas.
The FDA is recalling FRED Flow Re-Direction Endoluminal Devices due to a manufacturing defect that may result in incorrect inner stent length, potentially affecting device performance. 474 units were affected.
Boston Scientific is recalling Flexiva Pulse 242 laser fibers due to manufacturing defects that may cause the fiber connector to overheat and cause burn injuries. The recall affects 1,245 units distributed in the US and Canada.
Boston Scientific recalls Flexiva Pulse laser fibers due to manufacturing defects that can cause fiber connector overheating and potential burns if touched. Affects 280 units in US and Canada.
Teleflex is recalling 20,042 endotracheal tubes due to reports of 15mm connector disconnection that could compromise airway management. The FDA classified this as a Class I recall.
Teleflex is recalling 18,353 Flexi-Set Uncuffed Endotracheal Tube sets nationwide due to reports of 15mm connector disconnection. The defect could affect ventilation during use.
TELEFLEX LLC is recalling Slick Set Cuffed Endotracheal Tubes (REF 1700100) due to reports of the 15mm connector disconnecting from the device during use.
Teleflex endotracheal tubes are recalled nationwide due to reported disconnection of the 15mm connector. The recall affects 1,750 units distributed across the US and Puerto Rico.
Teleflex is recalling approximately 170,610 endotracheal tubes due to reports of 15mm connector disconnection. The disconnection could compromise airway management during mechanical ventilation.
TELEFLEX LLC is recalling 3,031 Endotracheal Tube units due to reports of 15mm connector disconnection. The affected Magill model (REF 100380045) was distributed nationwide.