Hazard
1,434 recalls in our database tag this hazard, drawn from FDA, USDA FSIS, CPSC, and NHTSA source notices.
Of the 1,434 manufacturing defect recalls we have scored against our rubric, 7 (0%) are Critical — deaths or serious injuries reported, or the agency’s own highest classification — and 107 (7%) are Severe.
Which agencies issued them
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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.
Dr. Reddy's Laboratories is recalling Tizanidine HCl 4 mg tablets nationwide because some tablets are shaved, failing the required tablet specification.
Covidien recalls 96 units of its Sonicision Reusable Generator surgical device due to a manufacturing assembly error that may cause device malfunction, thermal burns, or tissue damage. The defect may also disable the audio indicator that signals device activation.
Medtronic is recalling StimLoc Burr Hole Cover neurosurgical devices and related components due to excess nylon flash on the clip. The defect could affect device function during implantation or use.
BioFire Diagnostics is recalling 29 FilmArray Blood Culture Identification Panel kits distributed nationwide due to false negative test results caused by a pouch manufacturing error.
Eli Lilly is recalling 36,540 vials of Zyprexa (olanzapine) 10 mg intramuscular injection due to manufacturing deviations affecting the drug product's appearance, size, and color.
PAI Holdings is recalling Nystatin Oral Suspension nationwide due to a lack of Current Good Manufacturing Practice (CGMP) controls that could allow carryover of Senna Syrup into the product.
API Solutions Inc. is voluntarily recalling Azelaic Acid 99.0+% Micro 500 Grams (Lot #AZA181105, Exp 11/09/2021) distributed in five states due to current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) deviations identified during manufacturing.
HeartWare HVAD Pump Implant Kit (REF MCS1705PU) recalled because the pump's impeller shroud height does not meet the lower control limit. The device is used for hemodynamic support in patients with advanced heart failure.
Sanit Technologies, LLC is recalling Durisan Antimicrobial Solutions Hand Sanitizing Wipes (benzalkonium chloride, 0.13%) due to manufacturing deviations that could result in contaminated product.
Cardinal Health is recalling 13,426 units of Nonsterile Radial/Femoral Angiography Drape (Catalog #29529N) due to a manufacturing defect where plastic film causes the drapes to stick, preventing proper unfolding and application in surgical settings.
Siemens recalls Atellica analyzers (CH 930, IM 1300, IM 1600) due to valve manufacturing defects that may cause leaking and affect clinical test result accuracy.
Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics has recalled Atellica CH 930 Analyzer valves that may malfunction due to a manufacturing defect. The affected valves may wear and leak over time, potentially impacting diagnostic test accuracy.
Siemens is recalling Atellica IM 1300 diagnostic analyzer valves due to a manufacturing defect that may cause leaking and affect test result accuracy.
Cardinal Health is recalling Cesarean Birth Drapes due to a plastic film defect. The defect causes the drapes to stick, preventing proper unfolding and application during surgery.
Smith & Nephew is recalling 5 units of a knee prosthesis component due to surface damage from a manufacturing error. The affected lot was distributed in specific U.S. states.
Medical Action Industries is recalling Mosquito Hemostats due to potential flaking metal and brown spots on the devices. The recall affects 23 boxes of surgical instruments distributed nationwide.
Medtronic recalls 11 packs of HY10Y54R4 Custom Perfusion System tubing manufactured with insufficient or incomplete welds. No injuries have been reported.
Medtronic recalls Custom Perfusion System tubing packs due to incomplete welds in the manufacturing process that may affect device integrity.
Anodyne Surgical has recalled hydrodissection cannulas due to a possible yellowish-brown or greenish-brown residue on the tip. The affected devices were distributed in multiple US states and Canada.
Medtronic is recalling 14 tubing packs of its HY10J00R12 perfusion system due to insufficient or incomplete welds. The affected lot is 221227814 with a use-by date of August 28, 2022.
Medtronic is recalling specific lots of BB8M63R5 adult cardiac perfusion tubing packs due to incomplete welds in the manufacturing process. These defects could compromise tubing integrity during cardiac surgery.
Medtronic is recalling specific lots of CB1H18R20 Custom Perfusion System tubing packs because they may have been manufactured with insufficient or incomplete welds. No injuries have been reported.
Medtronic is recalling specific lots of Custom Pack HY8R62R13 E Pack perfusion system tubing due to manufacturing defects. Affected lots may have incomplete welds that could compromise device function during use.
Hardy Diagnostics is recalling the Quickslide GramPro 1 Automated Gram Stanier due to defective tubing in the pump mechanism that could cause device malfunction.
Kerry Inc. is recalling Garlic Alfredo Sauce (product code 20607981) because the product was manufactured with a non-food grade anti-foamer ingredient. The affected sauce was distributed to AZ, CO, OK, TX, and WI.