The Recall Desk

Hazard

Mechanical Failure recalls

1,703 recalls in our database tag this hazard, drawn from FDA, USDA FSIS, CPSC, and NHTSA source notices.

What the numbers show

Total
1,703
Critical
7
Severe
366
Most recent
2026-10-21

Of the 1,703 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 366 (21%) are Severe.

About this hazard tag

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351–375 of 1703

  • 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…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • 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…
    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…
    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…
    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…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1855-2020·2020-05-13

    Nobel Biocare Recalls Dental Implant Abutments Due to Incorrect Screws

    Nobel Biocare is recalling 215 Snappy Abutment 5.5 CC RP 3 mm units because they may contain incorrect screws that could loosen.

    Product
    Snappy Abutment 5.5 CC RP 3 mm; pre-manufactured prosthetic components directly connected to the endosseous implant, catalog no. 36683 - - Product Usage: Dental implant abutments are intended to be used in the upper or lower jaw and used for supporting tooth replacements to…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1897-2020·2020-05-13

    Intuitive Surgical Recalls da Vinci X Universal Surgical Manipulators

    Intuitive Surgical is recalling 270 Universal Surgical Manipulators for da Vinci X systems due to high friction causing arm movement issues.

    Product
    da Vinci X Surgical System, IS4200 - 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…
    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…
    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…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1856-2020·2020-05-13

    Nobel Biocare Universal Base Abutments Recalled for Incorrect Screws

    Nobel Biocare is recalling 238 Universal Base CC RP 1.5 mm abutments because they may contain incorrect screws that could loosen.

    Product
    Universal Base CC RP 1.5 mm; The Universal Base Abutment in combination with Nobel Biocare end osseous implants are indicated for single-unit if screw retained and for multiple-unit if cement retained crowns are used; catalog no. 38214 - Product Usage: Dental implant abutments…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1857-2020·2020-05-13

    Nobel Biocare Recalls Dental Implant Abutments Due to Incorrect Screws

    Nobel Biocare is recalling 478 Temporary Snap Abutments because packages may contain incorrect screws that could loosen, requiring retightening.

    Product
    Temporary Snap Abutment Engaging CC RP 1.5 mm; Pre-manufactured prosthetic components directly connected to the endosseous implant; catalog no. 38761 - Product Usage: Dental implant abutments are intended to be used in the upper or lower jaw and used for supporting tooth…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1853-2020·2020-05-13

    Nobel Biocare Recalls Dental Implant Abutments Due to Incorrect Screw Risk

    Nobel Biocare is recalling 239 units of Temporary Abutment Engaging CC RP components because packages may contain incorrect screws that could loosen.

    Product
    Temporary Abutment Engaging CC RP pre-manufactured prosthetic components directly connected to the endosseous implant, catalog no. 36664 - - Product Usage: Dental implant abutments are intended to be used in the upper or lower jaw and used for supporting tooth replacements to…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1852-2020·2020-05-13

    Nobel Biocare Recalls Dental Implant Abutments Due to Incorrect Screw Risk

    Nobel Biocare is recalling 236 units of temporary dental implant abutments because packages may contain an incorrect screw that could loosen.

    Product
    Temporary Abutment Non-Engaging CC RP pre-manufactured prosthetic components directly connected to the endosseous implant, catalog no. 36662 - Product Usage: Dental implant abutments are intended to be used in the upper or lower jaw and used for supporting tooth replacements to…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1854-2020·2020-05-13

    Nobel Biocare Recalls Dental Abutments Due to Incorrect Screw Risk

    Nobel Biocare is recalling 227 Esthetic Abutment CC RP 1.5 mm units because they may contain incorrect screws that could loosen.

    Product
    Esthetic Abutment CC RP 1.5 mm pre-manufactured prosthetic components directly connected to the endosseous implant, catalog no. 36669 - Product Usage: Dental implant abutments are intended to be used in the upper or lower jaw and used for supporting tooth replacements to restore…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereNHTSA·20V261000·2020-05-08

    Maintainer Recalls 2019-2020 International and Chevrolet Tow Vehicles for PTO Defect

    Maintainer is recalling 16 modified 2019-2020 International CV and Chevrolet Silverado tow vehicles because incorrectly installed Power Take Offs may loosen, risking transmission fluid loss and rear wheel lockup.

    Product
    INTERNATIONAL — INTERNATIONAL, INTERNATIONAL MOTORS CV, CHEVY SILVERADO MEDIUM DUTY
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1801-2020·2020-05-06

    Philips Azurion 7 M20 X-Ray System Recalled for Loose Screw Risk

    Philips is recalling 162 Azurion 7 M20 angiographic X-ray systems because unspecified torque on C-arm roll motor screws could cause them to become loose.

    Product
    Phillips Azurion 7 M20, Angiographic X-Ray System Code 722079 Image guidance in diagnostic, interventional and minimally invasive surgery procedures for the following clinical application areas: vascular, non-vascular, cardiovascular and neuro procedures.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1826-2020·2020-05-06

    Elekta Recalls Leksell Vantage Stereotactic System Instrument Carriers

    Elekta Inc is recalling 25 Leksell Vantage Stereotactic System Instrument Carriers because a faulty locking piece may not meet required locking force standards.

    Product
    Leksell Vantage Stereotactic System. Instrument Carrier, Part of Leksell Vantage Arc (1053958). Neurological stereotaxic Instrument
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-1746-2020·2020-04-29

    Wilson-Cook Recalls HEMO-10 Hemospray Endoscopic Hemostat Devices

    Wilson-Cook Medical is recalling HEMO-10 Hemospray Endoscopic Hemostat devices because the handle or activation knob may crack or break, potentially causing the carbon dioxide cartridge to exit the handle.

    Product
    HEMO-10 Hemospray Endoscopic Hemostat
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-1745-2020·2020-04-29

    Wilson-Cook Recalls HEMO-7 Hemospray Endoscopic Hemostat Devices

    Wilson-Cook Medical is recalling HEMO-7 Hemospray Endoscopic Hemostat devices because the handle or activation knob may crack or break during activation, potentially causing the carbon dioxide cartridge to exit the handle.

    Product
    HEMO-7 Hemospray Endoscopic Hemostat
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1703-2020·2020-04-22

    Sysmex CF-70 Blood Smear Transporter Recalled for Software Mismatch Hazard

    Sysmex America is recalling 93 CF-70 instruments because a software mismatch may prevent the device from halting when the cover door is opened.

    Product
    The CF-70 instrument (product code: LXG; Regulation Number: 862.2050) receives magazines containing stained blood smears from SP-50, selects only smears that require analysis, and transports them to the DI-60 for further analysis. After completing the analysis on DI-60 the…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1692-2020·2020-04-22

    Encore Medical Recalls djosurgical Linear Neck Trials Due to Retaining Ring Failure

    Encore Medical is recalling 28 djosurgical Linear Neck Trials because the retaining ring has a potential to fail inter-operatively.

    Product
    djosurgical Linear Neck Trials with Spring Sides, Standard, nonsterile, REF S-200635; and djosurgical Linear Neck Trials with Spring Sides, Lateral, nonsterile, REF S-200636. The firm name on the label is djosurgical, Austin, TX.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    7 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1671-2020·2020-04-15

    Abbott ARCHITECT C System Mixer Recall Due to Blade Separation Risk

    Abbott is recalling ARCHITECT C System Mixers because the blade may separate from the mixer due to screw and nut failure, leading to inadequate mixing of samples and reagents.

    Product
    ARCHITECT C System Mixer - Product Usage: The ARCHITECT Clinical Chemistry System is designed to perform automated chemistry tests, utilizing photometry and potentiometric technology. The mixer is a component and it is used on all ARCHITECT Clinical Chemistry systems to mix the…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-1632-2020·2020-04-08

    Merits E604 Pilot Navigator Stairlift Recalled Due to Pinion Gear Defect

    Merits Health Products is recalling 82 E604 Pilot Navigator Stairlifts because the pinion gear may disengage from the track, allowing the lift to slip or jolt.

    Product
    Merits E604 Pilot Navigator Stairlift - Product Usage: To transport patients up stairs.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide