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.

1801–1825 of 3438

  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0645-2018·2018-04-25

    Partell Specialty Pharmacy Recalls Injectable Solution Due to Sterility Concerns

    Partell Specialty Pharmacy is recalling TM #1 Injectable solution because a non-approved sterilization method was used. The product was distributed only in Nevada.

    Product
    TM #1 (ALP 5.9/PAPAV 17.65/PHEN 0.59) Injectable solution, packaged in 3 mL amber vial, Rx only, Partell Specialty Pharmacy, 5835 S. Eastern Ave. #101, Las Vegas, NV 89119 (702) 791-3800
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    1 state
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1425-2018·2018-04-25

    Carefusion Recalls Jamshidi Needles Due to Compromised Sterile Packaging

    Carefusion 2200 Inc is recalling 14,200 Jamshidi (TJ) needles because the integrity of the sterile packaging is potentially compromised.

    Product
    JAMSHIDI (TJ) NEEDLE BM ASP MAC [a.) 13G x 3.5, b.) 8G x 4, c.) 11G x 3.5, d.) 8G x 6, e.) 11G x 6]; STERILE;
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1424-2018·2018-04-25

    Carefusion 2200 Recalls Jamshidi Bone Marrow Needles Due to Packaging Integrity

    Carefusion 2200 Inc is recalling sterile Jamshidi bone marrow needles because the integrity of the sterile packaging is potentially compromised.

    Product
    JAMSHIDI (TJ) NEEDLE BONE MARROW [a.) 13G x 3.5, b.) 8G x 4, c.) 11G x 4, d.) 8G x 6, e.) 11G x 6]; STERILE;
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1333-2018·2018-04-18

    Arrow International Recalls Certain Lots of ARROWg+ard Blue CVC Kits

    Arrow International is recalling specific lots of ARROWg+ard Blue Central Venous Catheter (CVC) kits because the products may not be completely sealed, meaning sterility cannot be guaranteed.

    Product
    ARROWg+ard Blue¿ CVC Kit (1) Part Number (PN): CDC-24301-1A, (2) PN: CDC-24306-1A; (3) ARROWg+ard Blue¿ Large-Bore Multi-Lumen CVC Kit, PN: CDC-22123-1A; (4) Central Venous Catheterization Kit with Blue FlexTip(R) ARROWg+ard Blue(R) Catheter, Sharps Safety Features, and Maximal…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    1 state
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1325-2018·2018-04-18

    Arrow International Recalls Two-Lumen PICC Kits Due to Sterility Concerns

    Arrow International is recalling specific lots of two-lumen PICC kits because the catheters may not be completely sealed, potentially compromising sterility.

    Product
    Arrow¿ Pressure Injectable Two-Lumen PICC Kit, Product Number: EU-05052-HPMSB
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    1 state
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1326-2018·2018-04-18

    Arrow International Recalls Certain Lots of Central Venous Catheter Kits

    Arrow International is recalling specific lots of central venous catheter kits because they may not be completely sealed, preventing a guarantee of sterility.

    Product
    AGB+ Multi Lumen Central Venous Catheterization (CVC) Kit (1) Part Number: AK-42703-P1A; (2) AK-45703-P1A; (3) AK-45703-PB1A; AGB+ Pressure Injectable Multi-Lumen CVC Kit (4) CA-42703-P1A; (5) CA-42854-P1A; (6) CA-45703-P1A; AGB+ Pressure Injectable Quad-Lumen CVC Kit (7)…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    1 state
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1327-2018·2018-04-18

    Arrow PICC Kit Recall Due to Potential Sterility Seal Failure

    Arrow International is recalling specific lots of ARROW PICC Kits because the seals may not be completely closed, meaning the product's sterility cannot be guaranteed.

    Product
    Pressure Injectable ARROW(R) PICC Kit with Chlorag+ard Technology, Part Numbers: (1) ASK-45541-RWJ4; (2) ASK-45552-RWJ4
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    1 state
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1360-2018·2018-04-18

    Zimmer GmbH Recalls Normed Charcot Osteotome Chisels for Disinfection Gap

    Zimmer GmbH is recalling Normed Charcot Osteotome Chisels because a gap between the handle and metal chisel may prevent proper disinfection or sterilization between uses.

    Product
    Normed Charcot Osteotome Chisel (Various sizes)
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    4 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1307-2018·2018-04-11

    C.R. Bard Recalls HydroSil Gripper Intermittent Catheters Due to Seal Defects

    C.R. Bard is recalling specific lots of HydroSil Gripper Intermittent Catheters because some units were found caught in the sterile barrier seal or cut.

    Product
    HydroSil Gripper Intermittent Catheters- 10" lengths - 30 catheters per box, each catheter is packaged in an individual pouch. MGC3 Product Usage Intermittent catheters are intended for urinary bladder drainage in patients requiring catheterization for management of…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1309-2018·2018-04-11

    C.R. Bard Recalls Personal Intermittent Catheters Due to Seal Defects

    C.R. Bard is recalling Personal Intermittent Catheters because some units were found caught in the sterile barrier seal or cut.

    Product
    Personal Intermittent Catheters- 16" and 10" lengths - 30 catheters per box, each catheter is packaged in an individual pouch, Item Numbers: 50612, 50614, 50616, 50618, 52306, 52308, 52310, 52606, 52606G, 52608, 52608G, 52610, 52610G, 53314, 53320, 53514G, 53610, 53610G…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-1247-2018·2018-04-04

    Stryker Recalls 11g Verteport Cement Cannula Due to Sterility Concerns

    Stryker is recalling 11g Verteport Cement Cannulas because bioburden levels were found to be higher than acceptable rates, potentially compromising sterility.

    Product
    11g Verteport Cement Cannula (18/pkg), Product Number: 0306-511-000, UDI: (01)7613252594307 for spinal orthopedic use.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    1 state
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1252-2018·2018-04-04

    Stryker Recalls Orthopedic Cement Mixers Due to Sterility Assurance Issues

    Stryker is recalling 732 units of Revolution CMS orthopedic cement mixers because bioburden levels exceeded internal acceptable rates, compromising sterility assurance.

    Product
    Revolution CMS w/ Femoral Breakaway Nozzle & Med. Press., Product Number: 0606-573-000, UDI: (01)4546540912114 for orthopedic use.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    1 state
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0982-2018·2018-03-21

    Alden Optical Recalls NovaKone Toric Contact Lenses for Sterility Issues

    Alden Optical is recalling 33 units of NovaKone Toric Daily Wear Soft contact lenses because they lack sterility assurance. The lenses were distributed in 25 US states and Canada.

    Product
    NovaKone Toric Daily Wear Soft contact; Catalog Number: AONKT54 Product Usage: The NOVAKONE TORIC lens is indicated for daily wear for persons requiring keratoconus management for the correction of refractive ametropia (myopia, hyperopia and astigmatism) in aphakic and not…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0988-2018·2018-03-21

    Alden HP54 Toric Contact Lenses Recalled for Sterility Assurance Issues

    Alden Optical is recalling HP54 Toric Daily Wear Soft contact lenses because they lack sterility assurance. Consumers should stop using the affected lenses.

    Product
    Alden HP54 Toric Daily Wear Soft contact; Catalog Number: AOHPT54 Product Usage: The ALDEN TORIC LENS for daily wear is indicated for the correction of visual acuity in aphakic and not aphakic persons with non-diseased eyes with refractive ametropia (myopia or hyperopia)…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0903-2018·2018-03-14

    Synthes Reaming Rods Recalled for Potential Sterility Seal Defects

    Synthes (USA) Products LLC is recalling 1,144 sterile 2.5 mm Reaming Rods due to potential gaps in the package seal that may compromise sterility.

    Product
    2.5 mm Reaming Rod, Ball tip, 1150 mm, sterile, Part Number: 351.708S Reaming Rods are intended for guiding of reamers during orthopedic surgery.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0835-2018·2018-03-14

    Stryker Recalls StrykeFlow 2 System Due to Bioburden Testing Results

    Stryker is recalling 60,753 units of the StrykeFlow 2 System because routine bioburden testing found levels higher than internal acceptable rates.

    Product
    StrykeFlow 2 System, labeled sterile. Includes the following: a. STRYKER LAPAROSCOPIC SUCTION IRRIGATOR, Suction/Irrigator 2 (Model 0250070500); b. STRYKER STRYKEFLOW SUCTION IRRIGATOR, Disposable Strykeflow S/I Tip (Model 0250070505); c. STRYKER STRYKEFLOW SUCTION…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    0 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0906-2018·2018-03-14

    Synthes Recalls 2.5 mm Titanium Calibrated Reaming Rods Due to Sterility Concerns

    Synthes (USA) Products LLC is recalling 63 units of 2.5 mm Titanium Calibrated Reaming Rods because potential gaps in the package seal may have compromised product sterility.

    Product
    2.5 mm Titanium Calibrated Reaming Rod, 850 mm, Part Number: 359.083S Reaming Rods are intended for guiding of reamers during orthopedic surgery.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0904-2018·2018-03-14

    Synthes Reaming Rods Recalled for Potential Sterility Seal Defects

    Synthes (USA) Products LLC is recalling 960 sterile 3.0 mm Reaming Rods because package seal defects may compromise sterility.

    Product
    3.0 mm Reaming Rod, with straight ball tip, 950 mm, sterile, Part Number: 351.76S Reaming Rods are intended for guiding of reamers during orthopedic surgery.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0902-2018·2018-03-14

    Synthes Recalls 2.5 mm Reaming Rods Due to Potential Sterility Loss

    Synthes (USA) Products LLC is recalling 216 units of 2.5 mm Reaming Rods because package seal defects may have compromised sterility.

    Product
    2.5 mm Reaming Rod, Ball tip with extension, 950 mm, sterile, Part Number: 351.707S Reaming Rods are intended for guiding of reamers during orthopedic surgery.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0905-2018·2018-03-14

    Synthes 2.5 mm Guide Rods Recalled for Potential Sterility Loss

    Synthes (USA) Products LLC is recalling 21 sterile 2.5 mm Guide Rods due to potential package seal defects that may compromise sterility.

    Product
    2.5 mm Guide Rod, with smooth tip, 950 mm, sterile, Part Number: 355.042S Reaming Rods are intended for guiding of reamers during orthopedic surgery.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0901-2018·2018-03-14

    Synthes Reaming Rods Recalled for Potential Sterility Seal Defects

    Synthes (USA) Products LLC is recalling 2.5 mm Reaming Rods because package seal defects may have compromised sterility. The devices are used in orthopedic surgery.

    Product
    2.5 mm Reaming Rod, Ball tip, 950 mm, sterile, Part Number: 351.706S Reaming Rods are intended for guiding of reamers during orthopedic surgery.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0837-2018·2018-03-14

    Stryker Recalls ACL Interface Screws Due to Bioburden Levels

    Stryker is recalling specific lots of ACL Interface Screws because routine testing found bioburden levels higher than internal acceptable rates.

    Product
    STRYKER WEDGE INTERFERENCE SCREW SYSTEM, ACL Interface Screw, 9MM X 25MM, Model 0234010056, labeled sterile.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    0 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0900-2018·2018-03-14

    Medtronic BIO CAL Temperature Controller Recalled Due to Cleaning Protocol Issues

    Medtronic is recalling BIO CAL Temperature Controllers because it cannot develop a cleaning protocol that meets current industry standards. Users are advised to discontinue use and dispose of the devices.

    Product
    BIO CAL(R) Temperature Controller, Models: (a) 370, (b) 370I Product Usage: The BIO CAL(R) (unit) is a thermal transfer module designed to control patient blood temperature during cardiopulmonary bypass procedures when heating or cooling of the blood is desired.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    0 states