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.
Integra LifeSciences is recalling the Universal Flexible Arm (part number REF 1362275) because excess tightening force can break the internal cable at the tip, rendering the device unusable.
Siemens is recalling seven Symbia Intevo SPECT/CT imaging systems due to a quality defect in the bolts that secure the CT balancing weights, which could create a safety issue.
Philips is recalling adult Smart PADS cartridges for HeartStart HS1 defibrillators due to potential gel separation from the pad backing. Affected pads may have reduced gel contact, potentially affecting device performance.
SyncVision cardiac imaging systems may display incorrect measurements during same-session procedures if workflow steps are performed out of order, potentially affecting patient treatment.
Meridian Bioscience is recalling Revogene diagnostic devices due to compromised photomultiplier tubes that may produce false-positive or indeterminate test results.
Illumina is recalling 674 NextSeq 550Dx DNA sequence analyzers worldwide. A short circuit may occur after reconnecting circuit components, causing the device to become inoperable.
Mevion S250 and S250i Proton Therapy Systems hand pendants may malfunction, causing unintended motion of the therapy couch and nozzle. This poses a risk of patient injury if they contact moving equipment.
Outset Medical is recalling Tablo hemodialysis consoles (models PN-0003000 and PN-0006000) nationwide due to a component that may cause heat-related damage to the device.
Bard Peripheral Vascular is recalling 49,760 SAFE-T PLUS lumbar puncture trays for adults due to manometer leaking and mating issues. Healthcare providers should discontinue use and contact the manufacturer.
Bard Peripheral Vascular Inc is recalling pediatric lumbar puncture trays due to manometer leaking and mating failures that could prevent proper pressure measurement during procedures.
Bard Peripheral Vascular Inc is recalling 1,260 Adult Lumbar Puncture Drug Free Trays due to manometer leaking and mating issues that could affect device function.
Bard Peripheral Vascular Inc. recalls SAFE-T PLUS lumbar puncture trays due to manometer leaking and mating issues affecting device function. The FDA Class II recall covers 15,650 devices distributed nationwide and internationally.
Teleflex is recalling Arrow-Trerotola Percutaneous Thrombolytic Device kits worldwide due to reports of tip separation during use, affecting approximately 1,874 units.
Teleflex recalls approximately 1,400 Arrow-Trerotola Percutaneous Thrombolytic Device (PTD) kits due to reports of tip separation during use. The medical device is used for dialysis graft declotting and has been distributed worldwide.
Teleflex Medical is recalling Arrow-Trerotola PTD kits due to reports of tip separation during use. The affected device is used for declotting dialysis grafts and fistulae.
Smiths Medical is recalling certain Medfusion syringe infusion pumps due to intermittent alarm system failures that may occur during power-on self-tests outside the warranty period.
The wireless foot switch in Philips Veradius Unity medical systems can lose function due to a firmware issue. This could cause delays or interruption of medical procedures if alternative input methods are not used.
Philips is recalling Zenition 50 wireless foot switches (Model #718096) because a firmware issue can cause them to suddenly stop responding, potentially delaying medical procedures.
Smith & Nephew recalls INTEGRA SURFIX ALPHA Screwdriver Torx 10 units because they are out of specification and may not mate properly with the Surfix Alpha Lock screw.
FDA recalls Intelli-C footrest accessories due to missing friction rubber blocks in the clamping mechanism. The defect may cause the footrest to slip during use.
GE Healthcare recalls the Vscan Extend portable ultrasound device because the battery may become depleted and prevent the device from powering on if not turned off before battery removal or when used without AC power.
GE Healthcare is recalling GE Vscan Extend portable ultrasound devices that may fail to power on if not turned off before battery removal or when connected to a computer without AC power.
Covidien is recalling LigaSure Blunt Tip Laparoscopic Sealer/Divider devices (lot 11320187X) due to an assembly defect that may prevent the device jaws from opening after tissue application, creating a risk of bleeding and tissue injury.
Uromedica is recalling nonsterile implantation instrument sheaths (Lot UM00794 and UM00817) because the U-channel sheaths may damage ProACT implant devices during implantation procedures. Affected devices were distributed nationwide.
Abbott Molecular is recalling 74 Alinity m Systems due to an issue with the installation of updated camera firmware. Affected devices were distributed in the United States and internationally.