The Recall Desk

Hazard

Mechanical Failure recalls

1,694 recalls in our database tag this hazard, drawn from FDA, USDA FSIS, CPSC, and NHTSA source notices.

What the numbers show

Total
1,694
Critical
7
Severe
304
Most recent
2026-09-02

Of the 1,694 mechanical failure recalls we have scored against our rubric, 7 (0%) are Critical — deaths or serious injuries reported, or the agency’s own highest classification — and 304 (18%) are Severe.

About this hazard tag

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326–350 of 1694

  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2227-2020·2020-06-10

    Zimmer Biomet Recalls Vital MIS Spinal Fixation Implants Due to Locking Issues

    Zimmer Biomet is recalling Vital MIS Spinal Fixation system implants because reports indicate the extended tab screws may not lock adequately, causing the closure top to back out after surgery.

    Product
    Vital MIS Spinal Fixation system implants CANN POLY EXT TAB 7.5X55MM, Item Number 810M7555 - Product Usage: are non-cervical spinal fixation devices intended for posterior pedicle screw fixation, posterior hook fixation, or anterolateral fixation. Pedicle screw fixation is indica
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2252-2020·2020-06-10

    FDA Recalls Multifire VersaTrack Auto Suture Hernia Stapler Due to Assembly Error

    The FDA is recalling 12,610 units of the Multifire VersaTrack Auto Suture Hernia Stapler because a manufacturing error may cause staples to fail to advance properly.

    Product
    Multifire VersaTrack Auto Suture Hernia Stapler, 4.0mm, Part No. 174021 - Product Usage: has application in endoscopic general surgery procedures for fixation of mesh in the repair of hernial defects and in other surgical specialties for approximation of tissue(s).
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    0 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2216-2020·2020-06-10

    Zimmer Biomet Recalls Vital MIS Spinal Fixation Implants Due to Locking Issues

    Zimmer Biomet is recalling Vital MIS Spinal Fixation system implants because the extended tab screws may not lock properly, causing the closure top to back out after surgery.

    Product
    Vital MIS Spinal Fixation system implants CANN POLY EXT TAB 5.5X45MM, Item Number 810M5545 - Product Usage: are non-cervical spinal fixation devices intended for posterior pedicle screw fixation, posterior hook fixation, or anterolateral fixation. Pedicle screw fixation is indica
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2215-2020·2020-06-10

    Zimmer Biomet Recalls Vital MIS Spinal Fixation Implants Due to Locking Failure

    Zimmer Biomet is recalling Vital MIS Spinal Fixation system implants because the extended tab screws may not lock properly, causing the closure top to back out after surgery.

    Product
    Vital MIS Spinal Fixation system implants CANN POLY EXT TAB 5.5X40MM, Item Number 810M5540 - Product Usage: are non-cervical spinal fixation devices intended for posterior pedicle screw fixation, posterior hook fixation, or anterolateral fixation. Pedicle screw fixation is indica
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2222-2020·2020-06-10

    Zimmer Biomet Recalls Vital MIS Spinal Fixation Implants Due to Locking Issues

    Zimmer Biomet is recalling Vital MIS Spinal Fixation system implants because the extended tab screws may not lock properly, causing the closure top to back out after surgery.

    Product
    Vital MIS Spinal Fixation system implants CANN POLY EXT TAB 6.5X55MM, Item Number 810M6555 - Product Usage: are non-cervical spinal fixation devices intended for posterior pedicle screw fixation, posterior hook fixation, or anterolateral fixation. Pedicle screw fixation is indica
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2224-2020·2020-06-10

    Zimmer Biomet Recalls Vital MIS Spinal Fixation Implants Due to Locking Issues

    Zimmer Biomet is recalling Vital MIS Spinal Fixation system implants because the extended tab screws may not lock adequately, causing the closure top to back out after surgery.

    Product
    Vital MIS Spinal Fixation system implants CANN POLY EXT TAB 6.5X40MM, Item Number 810M6540 - Product Usage: are non-cervical spinal fixation devices intended for posterior pedicle screw fixation, posterior hook fixation, or anterolateral fixation. Pedicle screw fixation is indica
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2226-2020·2020-06-10

    Zimmer Biomet Recalls Vital MIS Spinal Fixation Implants Due to Locking Issues

    Zimmer Biomet is recalling Vital MIS Spinal Fixation system implants because the extended tab screws may not lock properly, causing the closure top to back out after surgery.

    Product
    Vital MIS Spinal Fixation system implants CANN POLY EXT TAB 7.5X50MM, Item Number 810M7550 - Product Usage: are non-cervical spinal fixation devices intended for posterior pedicle screw fixation, posterior hook fixation, or anterolateral fixation. Pedicle screw fixation is indica
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2225-2020·2020-06-10

    Zimmer Biomet Recalls Vital MIS Spinal Fixation Implants Due to Locking Issues

    Zimmer Biomet is recalling Vital MIS Spinal Fixation system implants because the extended tab screws may not lock properly, causing the closure top to back out after surgery.

    Product
    Vital MIS Spinal Fixation system implants CANN POLY EXT TAB 7.5X45MM, Item Number 810M7545 - Product Usage: are non-cervical spinal fixation devices intended for posterior pedicle screw fixation, posterior hook fixation, or anterolateral fixation. Pedicle screw fixation is indica
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2212-2020·2020-06-10

    Zimmer Biomet Recalls Vital MIS Spinal Fixation Implants Due to Locking Issues

    Zimmer Biomet is recalling Vital MIS Spinal Fixation system implants because reports indicate the extended tab screws may not lock adequately, causing the closure top to back out post-operatively.

    Product
    Vital MIS Spinal Fixation system implants CANN POLY EXT TAB 4.5X40MM, Item Number 810M4540 - Product Usage: are non-cervical spinal fixation devices intended for posterior pedicle screw fixation, posterior hook fixation, or anterolateral fixation. Pedicle screw fixation is indica
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2218-2020·2020-06-10

    Zimmer Biomet Recalls Vital MIS Spinal Fixation Implants Due to Locking Issues

    Zimmer Biomet is recalling Vital MIS Spinal Fixation system implants because the extended tab screws may not lock properly, causing the closure top to back out after surgery.

    Product
    Vital MIS Spinal Fixation system implants CANN POLY EXT TAB 5.5X55MM, Item Number 810M5555 - Product Usage: are non-cervical spinal fixation devices intended for posterior pedicle screw fixation, posterior hook fixation, or anterolateral fixation. Pedicle screw fixation is indica
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2232-2020·2020-06-10

    Zimmer Biomet Recalls Vital MIS Spinal Fixation Implants Due to Locking Issues

    Zimmer Biomet is recalling Vital MIS Spinal Fixation system implants because reports indicate the extended tab screws may not lock adequately, causing the closure top to back out after surgery.

    Product
    Vital MIS Spinal Fixation system implants CANN BL POLY EXT 8.5X60MM, Item Number 811M8560 - Product Usage: are non-cervical spinal fixation devices intended for posterior pedicle screw fixation, posterior hook fixation, or anterolateral fixation. Pedicle screw fixation is indicat
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2213-2020·2020-06-10

    Zimmer Biomet Recalls Vital MIS Spinal Fixation Implants Due to Locking Issues

    Zimmer Biomet is recalling Vital MIS Spinal Fixation system implants because the extended tab screws may not lock properly, causing the closure top to back out after surgery.

    Product
    Vital MIS Spinal Fixation system implants CANN POLY EXT TAB 4.5X45MM, Item Number 810M4545 - Product Usage: are non-cervical spinal fixation devices intended for posterior pedicle screw fixation, posterior hook fixation, or anterolateral fixation. Pedicle screw fixation is indica
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2223-2020·2020-06-10

    Zimmer Biomet Recalls Vital MIS Spinal Fixation System Implants

    Zimmer Biomet is recalling Vital MIS Spinal Fixation system implants due to reports of inadequate locking of extended tab screws and post-operative backing out of the closure top.

    Product
    Vital MIS Spinal Fixation system implants CANN POLY EXT TAB 7.5X35MM, Item Number 810M7535 - Product Usage: are non-cervical spinal fixation devices intended for posterior pedicle screw fixation, posterior hook fixation, or anterolateral fixation. Pedicle screw fixation is indica
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2214-2020·2020-06-10

    Zimmer Biomet Recalls Vital MIS Spinal Fixation Implants Due to Locking Issues

    Zimmer Biomet is recalling Vital MIS Spinal Fixation system implants because reports indicate the extended tab screws may not lock adequately, causing the closure top to back out after surgery.

    Product
    Vital MIS Spinal Fixation system implants CANN POLY EXT TAB 5.5X35MM, Item Number 810M5535 - Product Usage: are non-cervical spinal fixation devices intended for posterior pedicle screw fixation, posterior hook fixation, or anterolateral fixation. Pedicle screw fixation is indica
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2220-2020·2020-06-10

    Zimmer Biomet Recalls Vital MIS Spinal Fixation Implants Due to Locking Issues

    Zimmer Biomet is recalling Vital MIS Spinal Fixation system implants because reports indicate the extended tab screws may not lock adequately, causing the closure top to back out after surgery.

    Product
    Vital MIS Spinal Fixation system implants CANN POLY EXT TAB 6.5X45MM, Item Number 810M6545 - Product Usage: are non-cervical spinal fixation devices intended for posterior pedicle screw fixation, posterior hook fixation, or anterolateral fixation. Pedicle screw fixation is indica
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2230-2020·2020-06-10

    Zimmer Biomet Recalls Vital MIS Spinal Fixation Implants Due to Locking Issues

    Zimmer Biomet is recalling Vital MIS Spinal Fixation system implants because reports indicate the extended tab screws may not lock adequately, causing the closure top to back out post-operatively.

    Product
    Vital MIS Spinal Fixation system implants CANN BL POLY EXT 8.5X50MM, Item Number 811M8550 - Product Usage: are non-cervical spinal fixation devices intended for posterior pedicle screw fixation, posterior hook fixation, or anterolateral fixation. Pedicle screw fixation is indicat
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2253-2020·2020-06-10

    FDA Recalls Multifire VersaTrack Auto Suture Hernia Stapler Due to Assembly Error

    The FDA is recalling 12,610 units of the Multifire VersaTrack Auto Suture Hernia Stapler because a manufacturing error may prevent staples from advancing properly.

    Product
    Multifire VersaTrack Auto Suture Hernia Stapler, 4.8mm, Part No. 174023 - Product Usage: has application in endoscopic general surgery procedures for fixation of mesh in the repair of hernial defects and in other surgical specialties for approximation of tissue(s).
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    0 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2234-2020·2020-06-10

    Zimmer Biomet Recalls Vital MIS Spinal Fixation Implants Due to Locking Issues

    Zimmer Biomet is recalling Vital MIS Spinal Fixation system implants because reports indicate the extended tab screws may not lock adequately, causing the closure top to back out after surgery.

    Product
    Vital MIS Spinal Fixation system implants CANN POLY EXT TAB 7.5X40MM, Item Number 810M7540 - Product Usage: are non-cervical spinal fixation devices intended for posterior pedicle screw fixation, posterior hook fixation, or anterolateral fixation. Pedicle screw fixation is indica
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2132-2020·2020-06-03

    Smith & Nephew Recalls Journey II Uni Resection Prep Trial Instruments

    Smith & Nephew is recalling 200 units of Journey II Uni Resection Prep Trial instruments because a manufacturing defect could cause the device to disassemble during surgery.

    Product
    JOURNEY II UNI RESECTION PREP TRIAL, LEFT MEDIAL/ RIGHT LATERAL - Product Usage: The JOURNEY II Uni Resection Prep Trial is a reusable surgical instrument used during range of motion trialing to assess joint tension and component alignment during surgery. The provisional moveable
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2135-2020·2020-06-03

    MOTek Medical Recalls Body Weight Support Light Due to Yoke Detachment Risk

    MOTek Medical is recalling 80 units of the Body Weight Support Light (Model RB011) because a manufacturing deviation may cause the yoke to detach from the cable guide.

    Product
    Body Weight Support (BWS) Light; Model No. RB011; a component of C-Mill, Grail, M-Gait - Product Usage: is designed to facilitate functional gait training of subjects with gait and/or balance impairment by providing dynamic partial vertical unloading during walking on a treadmill
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2062-2020·2020-05-27

    Innovasis Recalls Oryx Cervical Screw Caddies Due to Incorrect Labeling

    Innovasis is recalling six Oryx Cervical Screw Caddies because the labels for fixed and variable rescue screws are swapped. This mislabeling could lead to improper screw installation.

    Product
    Oryx Cervical Screw Caddy, Model Number BTA-172, as part of the Oryx Cervical Plate System - Product Usage: The Cervical Plate System is intended for use in anterior cervical fixation.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-1960-2020·2020-05-20

    Intuitive Surgical Recalls da Vinci Xi Systems Due to Arm Faults

    Intuitive Surgical is recalling 74 da Vinci Xi Surgical Systems because a manufacturing variation can cause arm faults and loss of functionality during surgery.

    Product
    da Vinci Xi Surgical System
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    13 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1896-2020·2020-05-13

    Intuitive Surgical Recalls da Vinci Xi Universal Surgical Manipulators

    Intuitive Surgical is recalling 270 Universal Surgical Manipulator units from da Vinci Xi systems due to high friction causing arm movement issues.

    Product
    da Vinci Xi Surgical System, IS4000 - Product Usage: The da Vinci Xi surgical system (IS4000) is made of three main components: the Surgeon Console (SC), the Vision Cart (VC), and the Patient Cart (PC). The Patient Cart is the operative component of the IS4000 system and its prim
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1898-2020·2020-05-13

    NuVasive MAGEC 2 Spinal Rods Recalled for Actuator Separation

    NuVasive Inc. is recalling MAGEC 2 spinal rods because actuator end caps may separate, exposing internal components and releasing titanium wear debris.

    Product
    NUVASIVE MAGEC 2 Rod X.X mm XX mm, REF MC2-XXXXS LOT 0000000 AAA - Product Usage: comprised of a sterile single-use spinal rod that is surgically implanted using appropriate NuVasive Reline, Reline Small Stature, and Armada fixation components (i.e. Pedicle screws, hooks and/or
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1899-2020·2020-05-13

    Varian Multileaf Collimator Recall Due to Software-Related Leaf Movement Failure

    Varian Medical Systems is recalling 151 Multileaf Collimators because a software upgrade caused leaves to fail to move during specific arc treatments.

    Product
    Varian Multileaf Collimator [MLC]; Millenium Multileaf Collimator [52, 80, 120 leaf]; High Definition 120 Multileaf Collimator Model Number(s): product code: H54 and H56; MLC software version 8.5 - Product Usage: is intended to assist the clinician in the delivery of external be
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide