The Recall Desk

Hazard

Incomplete Instructions recalls

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

What the numbers show

Total
51
Critical
0
Severe
0
Most recent
2025-11-12

Of the 51 incomplete instructions 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.

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1–25 of 51

  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0439-2026·2025-11-12

    bk3500 ultrasound systems recalled over incomplete battery safety instructions

    B-K Medical is recalling 124 bk3500 ultrasound systems because the user guide and service manual do not adequately state battery replacement intervals, end-of-life handling or safety precautions.

    Product
    bk3500 Ultrasound System w/battery; Model No. 2300-41; System, Imaging, Pulsed Doppler, Ultrasonic
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0438-2026·2025-11-12

    bk3000 ultrasound systems recalled over incomplete battery replacement guidance

    B-K Medical is recalling 496 bk3000 ultrasound systems because the user guide and service manual do not adequately state battery replacement intervals, end-of-life handling or safety precautions.

    Product
    bk3000 Ultrasound System w/battery; Model No. 2300-66; System, Imaging, Pulsed Doppler, Ultrasonic
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0436-2026·2025-11-12

    bkSpecto ultrasound systems recalled over battery guidance gaps in manuals

    B-K Medical is recalling 1,697 Ultrasound System 1300 bkSpecto units because the user guide and service manual do not adequately state battery replacement intervals, end-of-life handling or safety precautions.

    Product
    Ultrasound System 1300, bkSpecto w/battery; Model No. 1300-21 or 1300-S1; System, Imaging, Pulsed Doppler, Ultrasonic
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0440-2026·2025-11-12

    Ultrasound systems recalled over battery guidance missing from the manuals

    B-K Medical is recalling 895 bk5000 ultrasound systems because the user guide and service manual do not adequately state battery replacement intervals, end-of-life handling or safety precautions.

    Product
    bk5000 Ultrasound System w/battery; Model No. 2300-61; System, Imaging, Pulsed Doppler, Ultrasonic
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0435-2026·2025-11-12

    Flex Focus ultrasound carts recalled over incomplete battery safety instructions

    B-K Medical is recalling 4,426 1202 Flex Focus ultrasound systems because the user guide and service manual do not adequately state battery replacement intervals, end-of-life handling or safety precautions.

    Product
    1202 Flex Focus Ultrasound System, cart models UA1214 and UA1814, used with: Flex Focus 200, Flex Focus 300, Flex Focus 400, Flex Focus 500, Flex Focus 700, Flex Focus 800; System, Imaging, Pulsed Doppler, Ultrasonic
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0437-2026·2025-11-12

    bkActiv ultrasound systems recalled over battery guidance missing from manuals

    B-K Medical is recalling 567 Ultrasound System 2300 bkActiv units because the user guide and service manual do not adequately state battery replacement intervals, end-of-life handling or safety precautions.

    Product
    UUltrasound System 2300, bkActiv w/battery; Model No. 2300-11; System, Imaging, Pulsed Doppler, Ultrasonic
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1102-2025·2025-02-12

    ECG cable shipped with incomplete cleaning and disinfection instructions

    Physio-Control is recalling 245 LIFEPAK 35 ECG cables (Lot 0224) because the shipped instructions do not include proper cleaning and disinfection procedures, creating potential cross-contamination risks.

    Product
    LIFEPAK 35 ECG cable REF 11111-000041
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0506-2024·2023-12-13

    TENS Devices Recalled for Missing Instruction Manual Warnings

    Liberty Medical Solutions is recalling 473 Multi-Mode TENS stimulator units distributed in five states due to missing warnings and contraindications in instruction manuals.

    Product
    Multi-Mode Stimulator, Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-2096-2023·2023-07-12

    Teleflex Surgical Retractor Recalled for Incomplete Pre-Cleaning Instructions

    Teleflex LLC is recalling 170 units of the Pilling Lowsley Prostatic Retractor due to incomplete pre-cleaning instructions in the user manual. Incomplete instructions may prevent proper sterilization of the surgical instrument.

    Product
    Pilling LOWSLEY PROSTATIC TRACTOR CVD, REF 243200; retractor
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-2095-2023·2023-07-12

    Teleflex Pilling O'Reilly Esophageal Retractor Recalled for Incomplete Cleaning Instructions

    TELEFLEX LLC recalled the Pilling O'REILLY ESOPHAGEAL RETRACTOR (REF 381801A) due to incomplete pre-cleaning instructions in the product's Instructions for Use. The recall affects 365 units distributed nationwide and internationally.

    Product
    Pilling O'REILLY ESOPHAGEAL RETRACTOR, REF 381801A; ENT retractor
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0382-2023·2022-12-14

    Surgical Bipolar Forceps Recalled for Missing Instructions

    Carefusion is recalling the V. Mueller Bipolar Forceps Insulated due to missing instructions for power supply interface and cleaning/maintenance procedures.

    Product
    Carefusion V. Mueller"GERALD BIPOLAR FORCEPS INSULATED, 1.0MM TIP OVERALL LENGTH 7" (180MM), REF F-1112
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0393-2023·2022-12-14

    Bipolar forceps recall for incomplete operating and maintenance instructions

    Carefusion is recalling neurosurgical bipolar forceps due to incomplete Instructions for Use. The product is missing critical information about power supply interface and cleaning/maintenance procedures.

    Product
    Carefusion V. Mueller Neuro/Spine JEWELERS BIPOLAR FORCEPS 0.4MM TIP, CURVED, # 7 OVERALL LENGTH 4-3/4" (120MM), REF F-3007
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0401-2023·2022-12-14

    Bipolar Forceps Recall: Missing Device Use and Maintenance Instructions

    CareFusion bipolar forceps recalled due to incomplete Instructions for Use. Missing documentation covers power supply interface and cleaning/maintenance procedures.

    Product
    CareFusion V. Mueller TITANIUM ROUND HANDLE BAYONET BIPOLAR FORCEPS 0.7MM TIP OVERALL LENGTH 10-1/2" (265MM), REF F-5016
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0416-2023·2022-12-14

    Bipolar Surgical Forceps Recalled Due to Missing Instructions for Use

    CareFusion 2200 Inc is recalling V. Mueller bipolar forceps (model F-5304) due to missing Instructions for Use content related to power supply interface and cleaning/maintenance procedures.

    Product
    CareFusion V. Mueller Neuro/Spine TITANIUM BAYONET INSULATED IRRIGATING BIPOLAR FORCEPS 0.5MM TIP, ANGLED-UP, FINE OVERALL LENGTH 8-3/4" (225MM), REF F-5304
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0405-2023·2022-12-14

    Bipolar forceps Instructions for Use missing power supply and maintenance information

    CareFusion bipolar forceps have incomplete Instructions for Use missing power supply interface and maintenance guidance. Users should obtain complete instructions from the manufacturer before use.

    Product
    CareFusion V. Mueller ROUND HANDLE BAYONET BIPOLAR FORCEPS 0.7MM TIP OVERALL LENGTH 10-1/2" (265MM), REF F-5067
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0374-2023·2022-12-14

    Bipolar Surgical Forceps Recalled for Incomplete Instructions for Use

    Carefusion is recalling 418 units of bipolar surgical forceps because the provided instructions lack critical content about power supply interface and maintenance. Complete manufacturer instructions are necessary for safe device operation.

    Product
    CareFusion V. Mueller SCOVILLE-GREENWOOD BAYONET BIPOLAR FORCEPS 1.5MM TIP OVERALL LENGTH 7-3/4" (195MM) , REF F-1002
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0373-2023·2022-12-14

    Surgical Bipolar Forceps Recalled Due to Missing Operating and Maintenance Instructions

    CareFusion is recalling 1369 units of V. Mueller bipolar surgical forceps (Model F-1000) due to incomplete instructions for use. The provided instructions lack information about power supply interface and cleaning and maintenance procedures.

    Product
    CareFusion V. Mueller CUSHING BAYONET BIPOLAR INSULATED FORCEPS, 0.7MM TIP OVERALL LENGTH 7-1/2" (190MM) , REF F-1000
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0409-2023·2022-12-14

    Bipolar Forceps Recall Due to Incomplete Instructions for Use

    BD is recalling CareFusion bipolar forceps due to incomplete Instructions for Use. The IFU is missing critical information about power supply interface and cleaning/maintenance procedures.

    Product
    CareFusion V. Mueller TITANIUM BAYONET BIPOLAR FORCEPS, STRAIGHT, FINE 0.5MM TIP OVERALL LENGTH 8-3/4" (225MM), REF F-5125
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0395-2023·2022-12-14

    CareFusion Bipolar Forceps Recalled for Incomplete Instructions for Use

    CareFusion 2200 Inc is recalling 4,557 units of V. Mueller ADSON Bipolar Forceps due to incomplete Instructions for Use. The IFU is missing content about power supply interface and cleaning and maintenance instructions.

    Product
    CareFusion V. Mueller ADSON BIPOLAR FORCEPS 1.0MM TIP, INSULATED OVERALL LENGTH 4-3/4" (120MM), REF F-3015
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0397-2023·2022-12-14

    Bipolar Surgical Forceps Recalled for Incomplete Instructions for Use

    CareFusion bipolar surgical forceps recalled due to incomplete Instructions for Use missing power supply interface and maintenance guidance.

    Product
    CareFusion V. Mueller euro/Spine TITANIUM ROUND HANDLE BAYONET BIPOLAR FORCEPS 1.5MM TIP OVERALL LENGTH 8-1/2" (215MM), REF F-5006
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0387-2023·2022-12-14

    Bipolar Forceps Recall Due to Incomplete Instructions for Use

    BD recalled Carefusion bipolar forceps due to missing Instructions for Use content regarding power supply interface and cleaning/maintenance. Affected units distributed nationwide and internationally.

    Product
    Carefusion V. Mueller SCOVILLE-GREENWOOD BAYONET BIPOLAR FORCEPS 1.5MM TIPS, IRRIGATING OVERALL LENGTH 7-3/4" (19.7CM), REF F-1304
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0380-2023·2022-12-14

    Bipolar Forceps Recalled for Incomplete Instructions for Use

    Carefusion bipolar surgical forceps recalled due to incomplete Instructions for Use missing critical content on power supply interface and maintenance procedures. Distributed nationwide and internationally.

    Product
    Carefusion V. Mueller GERALD BIPOLAR FORCEPS 1.0MM WIDE TIP OVERALL LENGTH 7" (17.8CM) , REF F-1110
    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-0413-2023·2022-12-14

    Bipolar Forceps Recall: Incomplete Instructions for Surgical Device

    BD recalls CareFusion bipolar forceps (Ref F-5301) due to incomplete Instructions For Use. The IFU is missing information about power supply interface and cleaning and maintenance.

    Product
    CareFusion V. Mueller TITANIUM BAYONET INSULATED IRRIGATING BIPOLAR FORCEPS 1.5MM TIP, STRAIGHT, INSULATED OVERALL LENGTH 8-3/4" (225MM), REF F-5301
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0375-2023·2022-12-14

    Carefusion Bipolar Forceps Recalled Due to Missing Instructions for Use

    Carefusion is recalling 347 units of SCOVILLE-GREENWOOD BAYONET BIPOLAR FORCEPS due to incomplete Instructions for Use. The missing content covers power supply interface and maintenance procedures.

    Product
    Carefusion V. Mueller" SCOVILLE-GREENWOOD BAYONET BIPOLAR FORCEPS 1.5MM TIP INSULATED, OVERALL LENGTH 7-3/4" (195MM), REF F-1003
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide