The Recall Desk

Hazard

Infection Risk recalls

3,438 recalls in our database tag this hazard, drawn from FDA, USDA FSIS, CPSC, and NHTSA source notices.

What the numbers show

Total
3,438
Critical
25
Severe
993
Most recent
2026-10-14

Of the 3,438 infection risk recalls we have scored against our rubric, 25 (1%) are Critical — deaths or serious injuries reported, or the agency’s own highest classification — and 993 (29%) 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 infection 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.

2901–2925 of 3438

  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1565-2015·2015-05-13

    Stryker Recalls Wound Drains for Potential Sterility Breach

    Stryker Instruments is voluntarily recalling CBCII Wound Drains and Ambulating Bulbs due to a potential sterility breach in the packaging.

    Product
    1/8 in. Double Trocar with Wound Drain Curved Trocar with Wound Drain/Double Trocar with Wound Drain: The curved trocar wound drain has a curved metal trocar attached to one end of the flexible wound drain tube. There is also a polymeric trocar guard that provides protection…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1563-2015·2015-05-13

    Stryker Recalls Wound Drains Due to Potential Sterility Breach

    Stryker Instruments is voluntarily recalling specific wound drain products because the packaging may have a sterility breach.

    Product
    3/16 in. Double Trocar with Wound Drain Curved Trocar with Wound Drain/Double Trocar with Wound Drain: The curved trocar wound drain has a curved metal trocar attached to one end of the flexible wound drain tube. There is also a polymeric trocar guard that provides protection…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1572-2015·2015-05-13

    Stryker Recalls Curved Trocar Wound Drains for Sterility Breach

    Stryker Instruments is voluntarily recalling 1/4 in. Curved Trocar with Wound Drain devices due to a potential sterility breach in the packaging.

    Product
    1/4 in. Curved Trocar with Wound Drain Curved Trocar with Wound Drain/Double Trocar with Wound Drain: The curved trocar wound drain has a curved metal trocar attached to one end of the flexible wound drain tube. There is also a polymeric trocar guard that provides protection…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1566-2015·2015-05-13

    Stryker Recalls Wound Drains for Potential Sterility Breach

    Stryker Instruments is voluntarily recalling CBCII Wound Drains and Ambulating Bulbs due to a potential sterility breach in the packaging.

    Product
    1/4 in. Trocar with Single Drain Curved Trocar with Wound Drain/Double Trocar with Wound Drain: The curved trocar wound drain has a curved metal trocar attached to one end of the flexible wound drain tube. There is also a polymeric trocar guard that provides protection from…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1556-2015·2015-05-06

    CareFusion LightWand Stylet Recalled for Sterile Packaging Breach Risk

    Vital Signs Colorado is recalling LightWand Stylets because sterile packaging may be breached without visible signs, posing a patient safety risk.

    Product
    CareFusion Vital Signs LightWand Stylet. A device inserted into an endotracheal tube to aid in the intubation procedure.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1557-2015·2015-05-06

    Vital Signs LightWand Stylet Recalled for Sterile Packaging Breach

    Vital Signs Colorado is recalling LightWand Stylets because sterile packaging may be breached without visible signs, posing a patient safety risk.

    Product
    Introduction Pack. A device inserted into an endotracheal tube to aid in the intubation procedure.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1400-2015·2015-04-15

    Civco Medical Recalls Sterile Ultrasound Transducer Covers Due to Leaks

    Civco Medical Instruments is recalling 120 sterile ultrasound transducer covers because leaks were detected that may compromise sterility.

    Product
    CIVCO Surgi-Tip Transducer Cover Sterile (15.2 x 244 cm) polyethylene telescopically-folded cover with attached (3 cm) NeoGuard tip, REF 610-833. Each cover is packaged in a Tyvek pouch with accessories of gel and fasteners. Individual Tyvek pouches are packaged as a box of…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    6 states
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1396-2015·2015-04-15

    Bacterin OsteoSponge Instrument Kits Recalled for Sterilization Errors

    Bacterin International is recalling 63 Instrument Kits for OsteoSponge SC grafts because the instructions for use contain incorrect sterilization parameters.

    Product
    Instrument Kit for use with OsteoSponge SC grafts. The Instrument Kit is used to insert OsteoSponge SC grafts to fill bone defects in the subchondral region of articulating joints. The Instrument Kit is used to establish and maintain a port of entry for arthroscopic…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    23 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1364-2015·2015-04-08

    Biomet Recalls Ziploop Button and ToggleLocs Due to Packaging Seal Issues

    Biomet, Inc. is recalling 50 units of Ziploop Buttons and ToggleLocs manufactured in 2014 because sterile packaging was not properly sealed.

    Product
    Ziploop Button Product Usage: The Ziploop Button is a non-resorbable system intended to aid in ACL reconstructive procedure due to injury or degenerative disease
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1351-2015·2015-04-08

    Medcomp Recalls Catheter Insertion Kits Due to Sterilization Defect

    Medcomp is recalling specific catheter insertion kits because one biological indicator failed during the sterilization process, potentially compromising sterility.

    Product
    Medcomp Duo-Flow 400XL Catheter, Hemo-Flow Catheter, SLX Catheter, Triple Lumen Infusion Catheter, CT rated PICC, Split Cath III, PC Split Cath III; AngioDynamics product- Dura-Flow Catheter, Schon XL Catheter; The affected product are insertion kits used to implant the…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    0 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1326-2015·2015-04-01

    Ameda One-Hand Manual Breast Pump Recalled for Lack of Sterilization

    Ameda, Inc. is recalling 1,763 units of the One-Hand Manual Breast Pump (SKU 17161) because the devices were not sterilized.

    Product
    Ameda One-Hand Manual Breast Pump (SKU 17161) - Primary packaging is 6 pouches with Tyvek header (9.5 x 13.63 x 3.75") within a secondary corrugated shipper (16 x 11.02 x 5.12" inner dimensions). The device is indicated for assisted expression of milk using manual suction.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1327-2015·2015-04-01

    Ameda Dual Short Term HygieniKit Milk Collections System Recalled for Lack of Sterilization

    Ameda is recalling its Dual Short Term HygieniKit Milk Collections System because the devices were not sterilized. Consumers should stop using the product and contact the manufacturer.

    Product
    Ameda Dual Short Term HygieniKit Milk Collections System (SKU 17115) - Primary packaging is 12 pouches with Tyvek header (10.75 x 16.375 x 3") within a secondary corrugated shipper (20.75 x 15.50 x 8.5" inner dimensions). The device is intended to be connected to a powered…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0416-2015·2015-03-25

    Heritage Pharmaceuticals Recalls RIFAMPIN for Injection Due to Sterility Concerns

    Heritage Pharmaceuticals is recalling RIFAMPIN for Injection, USP, 600 mg per vial, due to quality control concerns regarding the assurance of sterility.

    Product
    RIFAMPIN for Injection,USP, 600 mg per vial, Rx Only, Manufactured by: Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd., Hinjwadi, Pune, India Manufactured for: Heritage Pharmaceuticals Inc., Eatontown, NJ 07724 NDC 23155-340-31
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1274-2015·2015-03-25

    Bard Access Systems Recalls BD PosiFlush Saline Syringes Due to Open Seals

    Bard Access Systems is recalling BD PosiFlush Saline Flush Syringes included in certain catheter kits because open seals may compromise product sterility.

    Product
    BD Posiflush Saline Flush Syringe 10 ml inlcuded in the following device kits: PowerGlide Midline Catheter Full Kit (20G) (8cm), PowerGlide Midline Catheter Maximal Barrier Tray (20G) (8cm), PowerGlide Midline Catheter Full Kit (20G) (10cm), The syringe is used to pre-flush…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1262-2015·2015-03-18

    Medela Recalls Sterile Enteral Feeding Syringes Due to Packaging Breach

    Medela Inc. is recalling sterile enteral feeding syringes because a potential packaging breach may have compromised their sterility.

    Product
    - NTL-30 30ml Nutrio Enteral Feeding Syringe (sterile) - NTL-60 60ml Nutrio Enteral Feeding Syringe (sterile) - TL-INT-60 60ml Nutrio Enteral Feeding Syringe with Twistlok adapter (sterile) - INT-60 60mL Nutrio Intopo Enteral Feeding Syringe (sterile) - NGF-60 60ml Nutrio…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1235-2015·2015-03-11

    Zipline Medical Recalls Zip 8M Wound Closure Devices Due to Sterility Concerns

    Zipline Medical is recalling Zip 8M Wound Closure Devices because the manufacturer's seal may be missing, compromising sterility assurance.

    Product
    Zip 8M Wound Closure Device; for wounds up to 8 cm in length; Product number PS9080; Rx only, Sterile Indicated for use during and after skin incision procedures to approximate skin and hold together skin edges until healing can take place.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1039-2015·2015-02-11

    Baxter Integrated APD Set Recalled for Leakage Complaints

    Baxter Healthcare is recalling 8,640 units of Integrated APD Sets with Cassette 3-Prong due to leakage complaints. The sterile fluid path is used for peritoneal dialysis.

    Product
    Baxter Integrated APD Set with Cassette 3-Prong, Sterile, nonpyrogenic fluid path. Product Usage: The recall device is indicated for use in the treatment of patients with renal failure to provide PD fluid exchanges with Baxter HomeChoice PD Systems in clinical and home use…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0360-2015·2015-01-28

    Walgreens Recalls Tigecycline Infusions Due to Sterility Concerns

    Walgreens Infusion Services is recalling Tigecycline in normal saline due to a lack of sterility assurance. The products were distributed in six southern states.

    Product
    Tigecycline various strengths in normal saline
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    6 states
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0374-2015·2015-01-28

    Walgreens Recalls L-cysteine Infusions Due to Sterility Concerns

    Walgreens Infusion Services is recalling L-cysteine products due to a lack of sterility assurance. The affected products were distributed in six southern states.

    Product
    L-cysteine various strengths
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    6 states
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0366-2015·2015-01-28

    Walgreens Recalls Folic Acid Syringes Due to Sterility Concerns

    Walgreens Infusion Services is recalling folic acid pre-drawn syringes due to a lack of sterility assurance. The products were distributed in six states.

    Product
    Folic acid 1 mg/ 0.2 ml pre-drawn syringes
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    6 states
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0344-2015·2015-01-28

    Walgreens Recalls Cefoxitin Infusion Bags Due to Sterility Concerns

    Walgreens Infusion Services is recalling Cefoxitin in normal saline bags due to a lack of sterility assurance. The products were distributed in six states.

    Product
    Cefoxitin various strength in normal saline bags
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    6 states
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0357-2015·2015-01-28

    Walgreens Recalls Ceftriaxone Infusions Due to Sterility Concerns

    Walgreens Infusion Services is recalling ceftriaxone in normal saline due to a lack of sterility assurance. The products were distributed in six states.

    Product
    Ceftriaxone various strengths in normal saline
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    6 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0895-2015·2015-01-07

    Atricure CryoICE Cryogenic Probe Recalled for Potential Sterility Compromise

    Atricure Inc is recalling 19,190 CryoICE cryogenic probes due to packaging defects that may have compromised sterility.

    Product
    Cryogenic probe for cardiac ablation surgery, packaged individually in Tyvek pouches Product Usage: Cryogenic probe for cardiac ablation surgery. The CryoICE cryoablation probe is a sterile, single use device intended to use in the cryosurgical treatment of cardiac…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0312-2015·2014-12-31

    Vann Healthcare Pharmacy Recalls Tri-mix #4 Due to Sterility Concerns

    Vann Healthcare Pharmacy is recalling Tri-mix #4 vials because an FDA inspection found deficiencies that raise concerns about the pharmacy's ability to consistently assure sterility.

    Product
    Tri-mix #4 (Papaverine 30 mg, Phentolamine 1 mg, Prostaglandin-1 10 mcg/mL), packaged in 10 mL sterile glass vials, Rx, Vann Healthcare Pharmacy, 1220 N Race Street, Glasgow, KY 42141
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    1 state