Hazard

Improper Assembly recalls

9 recalls in our database tag this hazard, drawn from FDA, USDA FSIS, CPSC, and NHTSA source notices.

What the numbers show

Total: 9
Critical: 0
Severe: 4
Most recent: 2026-08-12

Of the 9 improper assembly recalls we have scored against our rubric, 0 (0%) are Critical — deaths or serious injuries reported, or the agency’s own highest classification — and 4 (44%) are Severe.

Which agencies issued them

About this hazard tag

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1–9 of 9

HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2886-2026·2026-08-12
United Orthopedic Corp. Recalls Femoral Valgus Offset Adaptors for U2 Total Knee System
United Orthopedic Corp. is recalling specific femoral valgus offset adaptors used in the U2 Total Knee System due to a manufacturing defect in a component screw.
Product
Brand Name: U2 Total Knee System Product Name: Femoral valgus offset adaptor, 2mm, 4mm, 6mm, left and Femoral valgus offset adaptor, 2mm, 4mm, 6mm, right Model/Catalog Number: 9323-5335, 9323-5337, 9323-5339 and 9323-5336, 9323-5338, 9323-5340 Software Version: N/A Product De
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
SevereNHTSA·26V240000·2026-04-15
Audi e-tron brake pedal may detach from the brake booster
Audi is recalling certain 2019-2024 e-tron and Q8 e-tron vehicles because an improperly assembled fastener can cause the brake pedal to detach from the brake booster.
Product
AUDI — AUDI E-TRON SPORTBACK, E-TRON QUATTRO, Q8 SPORTBACK E-TRON, SQ8 E-TRON
Category
Vehicle
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-3207-2024·2024-10-09
Percussionaire IPV In-Line Valve Recall: Blue Cap Removal Labeling Update
Percussionaire is recalling the P5-TEE IPV in-line valve to update labeling and ensure the blue cap is removed before use and delivery of the device.
Product
Percussionaire, Inc., REF: P5-TEE, Qty: 1, Rx Only. IPV (Intrapulmonary Percussive Ventilation) therapy In-Line Valve
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-3208-2024·2024-10-09
Percussionaire IPV Therapy In-Line Valve Recalled for Labeling Deficiency
Percussionaire Corporation recalled 2523 IPV therapy in-line valves due to insufficient labeling regarding cap removal prior to use. Updated labeling ensures patients and healthcare providers understand proper device preparation.
Product
Percussionaire, Inc., REF: P5-TEE-20, Qty: 20, Rx Only. IPV (Intrapulmonary Percussive Ventilation) therapy In-Line Valve
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighCPSC·23218·2023-06-08
Allied Air Enterprises recalls Armstrong and Air Ease gas furnaces for carbon monoxide hazard
Allied Air Enterprises is recalling about 9,255 Armstrong Air and Air Ease single-stage gas furnaces sold between September 2022 and March 2023 due to improper component assembly that can cause the furnace to produce high levels of carbon monoxide.
Product
Armstrong Air and Air Ease single stage gas furnaces
Category
Consumer Product
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-1277-2022·2022-07-13
COVID-19 nasopharyngeal sample collection tray recalled due to improper assembly
American Contract Systems, Inc. recalls 274,400 COVID-19 test kits distributed in Minnesota due to off-site assembly by individuals who may not have been properly trained.
Product
Nasopharyngeal sample collection tray for COVID-19 testing, labeled as COVID TEST KIT NONSTERILE 184312, AHCV18A
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
1 state
HighCPSC·22175·2022-06-30
RIO-Branded Swinging Hammock Chairs Recalled Due to Collapse Injury Hazard
ShelterLogic Group is recalling approximately 786,000 RIO-branded swinging hammock chairs because improper pin insertion during assembly can cause the chair's legs to collapse, injuring users. The company has received 24 reports of injuries including bruises, lacerations, concussions, and back strain.
Product
RIO-branded Swinging Hammock Chairs
Category
Consumer Product
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2149-2019·2019-09-25
Maquet Cardiopulmonary Sets Recalled Due to Incorrect Quick Connector Assembly
Maquet is recalling 54 cardiopulmonary sets because quick connectors were assembled in reverse, preventing proper priming and function.
Product
Maquet Cardiopulmonary (MCP)/Getinge HLS Set Advanced 7.0. Model Number BEQ-HLS-7050 USA, Part Number 701052794
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
17 states
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0830-2018·2018-03-07
Cook Inc. Recalls Percutaneous Gastrostomy Sets Due to Wire Guide Defect
Cook Inc. is recalling 615 units of Mallinckrodt Institute Percutaneous Gastrostomy Sets because wire guides may be loaded backwards into the holder.
Product
Mallinckrodt Institute Percutaneous Gastrostomy Set Product Usage: Intended for the percutaneous placement of a catheter for gastroenteric feeding
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide