The Recall Desk

Hazard

Improper Use Risk recalls

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

What the numbers show

Total
8
Critical
0
Severe
0
Most recent
2025-03-05

Of the 8 improper use risk recalls we have scored against our rubric, 0 (0%) are Critical — deaths or serious injuries reported, or the agency’s own highest classification — and 0 (0%) are Severe.

About this hazard tag

Hazard tags are short, machine-readable labels we attach to every recall to make cross-cutting queries possible — “all improper use risk 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.

1–8 of 8

  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1229-2025·2025-03-05

    BD PYXIS medication cabinets labeling update: operating room contraindication

    CareFusion is updating labeling for BD PYXIS medication management cabinets to add a contraindication statement prohibiting use in procedure and operating rooms.

    Product
    139054-01 BD PYXIS MEDFLEX MN 1000 10HH-1FM 139055-01 BD PYXIS MEDFLEX MN 1000 12HH 139053-01 BD PYXIS MEDFLEX MN 1000 2HH-2FH-3FM 139041-01 BD PYXIS MEDFLEX MN 1000 2HH-2FM 139046-01 BD PYXIS MEDFLEX MN 1000 2HH-5FM 139038-01 BD PYXIS MEDFLEX MN 1000 3FM 139040-01 BD PYXIS MEDFL
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0658-2024·2024-01-17

    Medical Device Recall: Baxter Ostene Hemostasis Material Marketing Brochure Inaccuracy

    Baxter Healthcare is recalling marketing materials for the Ostene Hemostasis Material due to inaccuracies that do not align with the product's official Instructions for Use and Prescribing Information.

    Product
    Baxter Ostene Hemostasis Material, Product Codes: a) 1503831, 3.5 G; b) 1503832, 2.5 G; c) 1503833, 1.0 G
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1303-2023·2023-04-05

    Express Mini 500 Chest Drain Recalled for Inadequate Instructions

    The Express Mini 500 Dry Seal Chest Drain has been recalled because its instructions do not adequately warn against draining it for continued use or using it outside healthcare settings. Approximately 8,184 cases were distributed worldwide.

    Product
    Express Mini 500 Dry Seal Chest Drain, Part Number 16400
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0410-2023·2022-12-14

    CareFusion Bipolar Forceps Recalled Due to Missing Instructions for Use

    CareFusion V. Mueller bipolar forceps are being recalled because the provided Instructions for Use are missing critical content about power supply interface and cleaning/maintenance. The complete information is available in the manufacturer's full IFU.

    Product
    CareFusion V. Mueller TITANIUM BAYONET BIPOLAR FORCEPS, 1.0MM TIP, STRAIGHT MEDIUM OVERALL LENGTH 8-3/4" (225MM), REF F-5126
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0415-2023·2022-12-14

    CareFusion Bipolar Forceps Recalled Due to Incomplete Instructions

    CareFusion recalls 142 units of bipolar surgical forceps due to incomplete Instructions for Use lacking power supply interface and maintenance guidance found in the manufacturer's version.

    Product
    CareFusion V. Mueller TITANIUM BAYONET INSULATED IRRIGATING BIPOLAR FORCEPS 1.0MM TIP, STR, MED, INSULATED OVERALL LENGTH 8-3/4" (225MM), REF F-5303
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0391-2023·2022-12-14

    Surgical Bipolar Forceps Recalled for Incomplete Operating Instructions

    Carefusion is recalling bipolar surgical forceps due to incomplete Instructions for Use. The missing instructions cover power supply interface and cleaning procedures.

    Product
    Carefusion V. Mueller" CUSHING BAYONET BIPOLAR FORCEPS, 2.0MM TIP, INSULATED OVERALL LENGTH 7-1/2" (190MM), REF F-2004
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0380-2022·2021-12-22

    FDA Updates Instructions for Miami J Select Collar Device

    Ossur Americas is updating instructions for the Miami J Select Collar (MJS-101) and Miami J Select Collar Set (MJSR-101) to provide additional guidance on device selection and proper use nationwide.

    Product
    Miami J Select Collar, Item: MJS-101, and Miami J Select Collar Set, Item: MJSR-101 Instructions for Use
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2214-2021·2021-08-18

    S3 MedSurg hospital beds recalled from residential sale due to misuse risk

    Stryker's S3 MedSurg hospital beds designed for healthcare facilities were distributed to home customers. The device labeling is correct but home users may not understand professional-use instructions, posing a risk of improper operation.

    Product
    S3 MedSurg Bed - intended to support and transport patients within the Med/Surg and Critical Care hospital environments, Model Number 3002, Part 3002S3CUSTOM, 3002S3EX, 3002S3PATRIOT
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide