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.

Which agencies issued them

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.

1001–1025 of 3438

  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2554-2021·2021-10-06

    Outlook Pump IV Set Recalled Due to Cassette Leakage and Infection Risk

    B. Braun Medical is recalling Outlook Pump IV Sets due to cassette leakage that may delay medication delivery and cause incomplete dosing or bloodstream infections.

    Product
    OUTLOOK PUMP IV SET, 134 IN.-single-use for use with the Outlook Safety Infusion System and/or Horizon NXT Pump for infusion of parenteral fluids Ref: 477009
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2557-2021·2021-10-06

    B. Braun Outlook Pump Set 3 Recalled for Leakage and Medication Delivery Delays

    B. Braun Medical is recalling 768 units of Outlook Pump Set 3 infusion sets due to potential leakage that could delay or prevent complete medication delivery and increase risk of bloodstream infection.

    Product
    OUTLOOK PUMP SET 3 CARESITE LADS 133 IN.-single use, for use with the Outlook Safety Infusion System and/or Horizon NXT Pump for infusion of parenteral fluids Ref: 490564
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2553-2021·2021-10-06

    B. Braun Outlook Pump Set Recall: Risk of Leakage and Medication Under-Delivery

    B. Braun is recalling 1,752 Y-Type Blood Outlook Pump Set units due to leakage in the cassette portion. The defect may cause delays in medication administration, incomplete dosing, or bloodstream infections.

    Product
    Y-Type Blood, Outlook Pump Set, Caresite-single-use for use with the Outlook Safety Infusion System and/or Horizon NXT Pump for infusion of parenteral fluids Ref: 477005
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-2568-2021·2021-10-06

    Olympus BF-P60 Bronchofiberscope Reprocessing Instructions Updated to Meet FDA Guidance

    Olympus Corporation has issued new, validated reprocessing instructions for the BF-P60 OES Bronchofiberscope to comply with FDA guidance. The recall affects 1,030 devices distributed nationwide and internationally.

    Product
    BF-P60 OES Bronchofiberscope, Model No. BF-P60
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-2570-2021·2021-10-06

    Olympus BF-XT160 Bronchovideoscope Reprocessing Instructions Updated for FDA Compliance

    Olympus Corporation is issuing updated reprocessing instructions for 293 BF-XT160 bronchovideoscopes to comply with FDA 2015 guidance. Healthcare facilities should implement the new sterilization and disinfection procedures.

    Product
    BF-XT160 EVIS EXERA Bronchovideoscope, Model No. BF-XT160
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0827-2021·2021-09-29

    Arformoterol Tartrate Inhalation Solution Recall Due to Sterility Assurance

    Glenmark Pharmaceuticals is recalling Arformoterol Tartrate Inhalation Solution 15 mcg/2 mL nationwide because the manufacturer lacks assurance of sterility for affected lots.

    Product
    Arformoterol Tartrate Inhalation Solution 15 mcg*/2 mL For Oral Inhalation Only Rx Only Manufactured by: Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Inc., USA Monroe, NC 28110 Manufactured for: Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Inc., USA Mahwah, NJ 07430 a) 60x2 mL Sterile Unit-Dose Vials NDC 68462-833-65…
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2530-2021·2021-09-29

    Foley Catheter Tray Recalled for Packaging Defects Affecting Sterile Barrier

    C.R. Bard Inc is recalling SureStep Foley Catheter Trays due to potential packaging defects that may compromise the sterile barrier. The affected lot includes 1140 units distributed nationwide.

    Product
    Catalog A800360, SureStep" Foley Tray, Bard LubricathTM Foley Catheter Tray
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2519-2021·2021-09-29

    ConvaTec DuoDERM wound dressings recalled for potential sterility compromise

    ConvaTec is recalling DuoDERM CGF and Extra Thin dressings due to potential open seals that could compromise sterility. Approximately 2.7 million units were distributed internationally.

    Product
    DuoDERM CGF Dressing 10x10CM (1x5PK) (ICC 187660) DuoDERM Extra Thin Dressing 15X15CM (1X10PK) (ICC 187957) DuoDERM Extra Thin Dressing 10X10CM (1X10PK) (ICC 187955)
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    0 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2490-2021·2021-09-29

    Biopsy Needle Recall Due to Compromised Sterility Assurance

    M.D.L. S.r.l. is recalling 2,750 Aspirated Cyto-Histological Biopsy needles nationwide due to compromised sterility assurance. Affected healthcare providers and patients should consult their healthcare provider for guidance.

    Product
    Aspirated Cyto-Histological Biopsy needle
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2523-2021·2021-09-29

    C.R. Bard Foley Tray and Drainage Bag Recalled for Packaging Defects

    C.R. Bard is recalling 11,780 Foley Tray units nationwide due to potential packaging defects that may compromise the sterile barrier.

    Product
    Catalog A300316A, SureStep" Foley Tray, Bardex" I.C., Complete Care", Drainage Bag, StatLock" Stabilization Device
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0804-2021·2021-09-22

    Spironolactone Ophthalmic Solution Recalled for Lack of Sterility Assurance

    Greenpark Compounding Pharmacy is recalling Spironolactone Ophthalmic Solution 0.005 mg/mL due to lack of assurance of sterility. The 15 mL bottles were distributed nationwide.

    Product
    Spironolactone Ophthalmic Solution 0.005 mg/mL, 15 mL bottles, Rx only, Greenpark Compounding Pharmacy
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2449-2021·2021-09-22

    Pentax Upper GI Endoscopes and Colonoscopes: Updated Reprocessing Instructions

    Pentax Medical is updating reprocessing instructions for certain gastroscope and colonoscope models to ensure proper sterilization. Affected healthcare facilities should review and implement the updated instructions.

    Product
    Gastroscope Family # 1-Gastroscopes without a Water Jet Channel Models: EG-2790i, EG-1690K, EG-2490K, EG-2790K, EG27-i10; Gastroscope Family # 2- Gastroscopes with a Water Jet Channel Models: EG-2990i, EG-2990K, EG-3490K, EG29-i10; Gastroscope Family # 3-Gastroscopes with Two…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2473-2021·2021-09-22

    McKesson Lap Sponges Recalled for Failed Sterilization Indicator

    Cypress Medical Products is recalling one case of McKesson Lap Sponges due to a failed sterilization indicator that did not change from red to blue, compromising verification of proper sterilization.

    Product
    McKesson Lap Sponge, X-Ray Detectable 12"x 12", 5/pack, Sterile McKesson Part # 16-2112121
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    1 state
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2441-2021·2021-09-15

    Guide Catheters Recalled for Potential Sterilization Defect

    Mivi Neuroscience is recalling 491 MIVI Super 90 Guide Catheters due to potential nonsterility from a pouch seal defect. The catheters are used to guide microcatheters in vascular procedures.

    Product
    MIVI Super 90 Guide Catheters, MIVI Mi-Axus 8F Catheters, REF MIA-9080S (80 cm length); MIA-9090S (90 cm length), and MIA-9095S (95 cm length), MIA-9080-E, MIA-9090S-E, MIA-9095S-E, Sterile. Device is used to facilitate the insertion and guidance of microcatheters into a…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    5 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2442-2021·2021-09-15

    MIVI Super 90 8F Guide Catheter Recalled Due to Potential Sterility Defect

    Mivi Neuroscience is recalling MIVI Super 90 8F Guide Catheters (investigational sterile devices) due to a potential pouch seal defect that could compromise product sterility.

    Product
    MIVI Super 90 8F Guide Catheter, 95 cm, REF MIA-9095S-IDE, For Investigational Use Only; sterile, and Super 90 8F Guide Catheter, 90 cm, REF MIA-9090S-IDE, For Investigational Use Only. Device is used to facilitate the insertion and guidance of microcatheters into a selected…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    5 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2423-2021·2021-09-15

    Arc Endocuff Vision endoscopic device recalled for packaging seal defects

    Olympus recalls Arc Endocuff Vision endoscopic devices for packaging seal defects that may breach sterile barriers, risking patient infection. Approximately 711,157 units nationwide are affected.

    Product
    Arc Endocuff Vision as follows: ARV110 ENDOCUFF-V M BLUE PK8, Part Number: E0420501; ARV120 ENDOCUFF-V L GREEN PK8, Part Number: E0420500; ARV130 ENDOCUFF-V S PURPLE PK8, Part Number: E0420502; ARV140 ENDOCUFF-V XL ORANGE PK8 ARV110, Part Number: E0420503 Intended to be…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2379-2021·2021-09-08

    Baxter Prismaflex Dialysis Membranes Recalled for Sterilization Failure

    Baxter is recalling Prismaflex HF 1000 dialysis membranes (Lot 20B2330M) because products labeled as sterile may not have been properly sterilized due to manufacturing defects and data manipulation. Non-sterile devices could pose infection risks to patients.

    Product
    Baxter prismaflex, HF 1000 PAES membrane, REF 107140 Used with Prismaflex or PrisMax control units for continuous fluid management and renal replacement therapies.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2405-2021·2021-09-08

    Discectomy Device Kit Class II recall due to sterile barrier compromise

    Clarus Medical recalls the Lase Discectomy Device Kit due to potential compromise of the sterile barrier seal. Approximately 858 units were distributed in the US and internationally.

    Product
    Lase DiscectomLase Discectomy Device Kit, Models 1100-002 and 1100-002 SHORTy Device Kit, Models 1100-002
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    0 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2388-2021·2021-09-08

    Surgical arm suspension kits recalled due to sterilization concerns

    Aspen Surgical Products is recalling Jessie Sterile Arm Suspension Kits due to bioburden levels exceeding sterilization validation limits. This may compromise the sterile field and increase infection risk.

    Product
    Jessie Sterile Arm Suspension Kit, Product Code 711300, (previous product code 100401), Sample Kit S711300
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0748-2021·2021-08-25

    Adenosine Injection Recalled for Lack of Sterility Assurance

    Teva Pharmaceuticals USA is recalling Adenosine Injection (60 mg/20 mL vials) nationwide due to lack of assurance of sterility, which could pose a serious health risk if the product is not sterile.

    Product
    Adenosine Injection, USP, 60mg/20 mL (3 mg/mL), 20 mL single-dose vial, Rx only, Mfd in the USA for: NorthStar Rx LLC Memphis, TN 38141, NDC 16714-180-01
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0739-2021·2021-08-25

    Teva Norepinephrine Bitartrate Injection Recalled for Sterility Assurance

    Teva Pharmaceuticals USA is recalling Norepinephrine Bitartrate Injection, USP 4 mg/4 mL vials due to lack of assurance of sterility. The product was distributed nationwide.

    Product
    Norepinephrine Bitartrate Injection, USP 4 mg/4 mL, 4 mL single dose vials, packaged in 10 vial cartons (NDC 0703-1153-03) Rx only, Teva Pharmaceuticals USA Inc. North Wales, PA 19454, vial NDC 0703-1153-01
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0745-2021·2021-08-25

    Octreotide Acetate Injection 50 mcg/mL Recalled for Lack of Sterility Assurance

    Teva Pharmaceuticals is recalling Octreotide Acetate Injection 50 mcg/mL in single-dose vials due to lack of assurance of sterility. The recall affects specific lots distributed nationwide, including Puerto Rico.

    Product
    Octreotide Acetate Injection 50 mcg/mL, 1 mL single-dose vial, Rx only, Teva Pharmaceuticals USA. Inc. North Wales, PA 19454, NDC 0703-3301-01
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0734-2021·2021-08-25

    Idarubicin Hydrochloride Injection Recalled Due to Sterility Concerns

    Teva Pharmaceuticals USA is recalling Idarubicin Hydrochloride Injection 20 mg/20 mL vials nationwide due to lack of assurance of sterility. The recall affects 2,091 vials distributed across the United States and Puerto Rico.

    Product
    Idarubicin Hydrochloride Injection 20 mg/20 mL, 20 mL single-dose vial, Rx only, Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc. North Wales, PA 19454, NDC 0703-4156-11
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0732-2021·2021-08-25

    Haloperidol Decanoate Injection recalled due to sterility concerns

    Teva Pharmaceuticals USA is recalling Haloperidol Decanoate Injection 100 mg/mL due to lack of assurance of sterility. The recall affects 16,226 vials distributed nationwide, including Puerto Rico.

    Product
    Haloperidol Decanoate Injection 100 mg/mL, packaged in a) 1 mL single-dose vials (NDC 0703-7131-01), b) 5 mL multi-dose vials (NDC 0703-7133-01), Rx only, Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc. North Wales, PA 19454.
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide