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.

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 mechanical failure 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.

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576–600 of 1703

HighFDA (Devices)·Z-3269-2018·2018-10-03
Bausch + Lomb Stellaris Elite Vit Cutter Recall for Cap Separation
Bausch & Lomb is recalling Stellaris Elite Vit Cutters because the back cap may separate from the cutter body during use.
Product
Bausch + Lomb Stellaris Elite Vision Enhancement System, 23 ga. Posterior Mid-Field Elite Pack, REF SE5423MV (containing the Stellaris Elite 23 GA Vit Cutter, Model BL5627), packaged in sterile trays, 6 trays/shipper.
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
26 states
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-3271-2018·2018-10-03
Bausch + Lomb Stellaris Elite Vit Cutter Recall for Cap Separation
Bausch & Lomb is recalling Stellaris Elite vit cutters because the back cap may separate from the body. The defect poses a risk of harm during use.
Product
Bausch + Lomb Stellaris Elite 25 GA Vit Cutter, Model BL5628, 7500 cpm, packaged in sterile pouches, 6/shipper.
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
26 states
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-3275-2018·2018-10-03
Bausch + Lomb Stellaris Elite Vit Cutter Back Cap Separation Recall
Bausch + Lomb is recalling Stellaris Elite 23 GA Vit Cutters because the back cap may separate from the cutter body.
Product
Bausch + Lomb Stellaris Elite Vision Enhancement System, 23 ga. Combined Wide-Field Elite Pack, REF SE5523WV (containing the Stellaris Elite 23 GA Vit Cutter, Model BL5627), packaged in sterile trays, 6 trays/shipper.
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
26 states
SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-2971-2018·2018-09-26
Pro-Med Instruments Recalls DORO LUCENT Locking Transitional Member
Pro-Med Instruments is recalling 31 DORO LUCENT Locking Transitional Members because mixing design revisions may cause the headrest system to malfunction.
Product
DORO LUCENT Locking Transitional Member, REF 1101.031 Component of headrest system used in open and percutaneous craniotomies and spinal surgeries
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
7 states
SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-3008-2018·2018-09-26
Ventana ISH iView Blue Detection Kit Recalled for Leaking Dispensers
Ventana Medical Systems is recalling 559 units of the ISH iView Blue Detection Kit because the reagent dispensers may leak or stick.
Product
VENTANA ISH iView Blue Detection Kit, Catalog Number 05278511001, model 800-092 Immunohistochemistry (IHC) for in vitro diagnostic use.
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
0 states
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-3183-2018·2018-09-26
Med-Mizer Recalls PR1000 Pivot Rehab Beds Due to Cable Pinching Risk
Med-Mizer is recalling 230 PR1000 Pivot Rehab Beds because wires may become pinched during extreme left pivoting, requiring patient transfer until repaired.
Product
PR1000 Pivot Rehab Bed AC powered adjustable bed.
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
28 states
SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-3075-2018·2018-09-19
Zimmer Biomet Recalls Affixus Hip Fracture Nail Due to Set Screw Malfunction
Zimmer Biomet is recalling Affixus Hip Fracture Nails because the set screw cannot advance or reverse from its original position.
Product
Affixus¿ Hip Fracture Nail Right 125¿ 13 mm x 420 mm,Item Number: 814313420
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
42 states
SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-3132-2018·2018-09-19
Zimmer Biomet Recalls Affixus Hip Fracture Nail Due to Set Screw Defect
Zimmer Biomet is recalling 5,947 Affixus Hip Fracture Nails because the set screw cannot advance or reverse from its original position.
Product
Affixus¿ Hip Fracture Nail 130¿ 13 mm x 180 mm, Item Number: 814513180
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
42 states
SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-3074-2018·2018-09-19
Zimmer Biomet Recalls Affixus Hip Fracture Nail Due to Set Screw Defect
Zimmer Biomet is recalling Affixus Hip Fracture Nails because the set screw cannot advance or reverse from its original position.
Product
Affixus¿ Hip Fracture Nail Right 125¿ 13 mm x 400 mm, Item Number: 814313400
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
42 states
SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-3161-2018·2018-09-19
Zimmer Biomet Recalls Affixus Hip Fracture Nail Due to Set Screw Defect
Zimmer Biomet is recalling Affixus Hip Fracture Nails because the set screw cannot advance or reverse from its original position.
Product
Affixus¿ Hip Fracture Nail Left 130¿ 11 mm x 440 mm, Item Number: 814611440
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
42 states
SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-3086-2018·2018-09-19
Zimmer Biomet Recalls Affixus Hip Fracture Nails Due to Set Screw Defect
Zimmer Biomet is recalling 5,947 Affixus Hip Fracture Nails because the set screw cannot advance or reverse from its original position.
Product
Affixus¿ Hip Fracture Nail Left 125¿ 9 mm x 420 mm, Item Number: 814409420
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
42 states
SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-3155-2018·2018-09-19
Zimmer Biomet Recalls Affixus Hip Fracture Nail Due to Set Screw Defect
Zimmer Biomet is recalling Affixus Hip Fracture Nails because the set screw cannot advance or reverse from its original position.
Product
Affixus¿ Hip Fracture Nail Left 130¿ 11 mm x 320 mm, Item Number: 814611320
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
42 states
SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-3048-2018·2018-09-19
Zimmer Biomet Recalls Affixus Hip Fracture Nail Due to Set Screw Issue
Zimmer Biomet is recalling Affixus Hip Fracture Nails because the set screw cannot advance or reverse from its original position.
Product
Affixus¿ Hip Fracture Nail Right 125¿ 9 mm x 300 mm, Item Number 814309300
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
42 states
SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-3069-2018·2018-09-19
Zimmer Biomet Recalls Affixus Hip Fracture Nails Due to Set Screw Defect
Zimmer Biomet is recalling 5,947 Affixus Hip Fracture Nails because the set screw cannot advance or reverse from its original position.
Product
Affixus¿ Hip Fracture Nail Right 125¿ 13 mm x 300 mm, Item Number: 814313300
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
42 states
SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-3090-2018·2018-09-19
Zimmer Biomet Recalls Affixus Hip Fracture Nail Due to Set Screw Defect
Zimmer Biomet is recalling Affixus Hip Fracture Nails because the set screw cannot advance or reverse from its original position.
Product
Affixus¿ Hip Fracture Nail Left 125¿ 11 mm x 320 mm, Item Number: 814411320
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
42 states
SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-3087-2018·2018-09-19
Zimmer Biomet Recalls Affixus Hip Fracture Nail Due to Set Screw Defect
Zimmer Biomet is recalling 5,947 Affixus Hip Fracture Nails because the set screw cannot advance or reverse from its original position.
Product
Affixus¿ Hip Fracture Nail Left 125¿ 9 mm x 440 mm, Item Number: 814409440
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
42 states
SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-3070-2018·2018-09-19
Zimmer Biomet Recalls Affixus Hip Fracture Nail Due to Set Screw Defect
Zimmer Biomet is recalling Affixus Hip Fracture Nails because the set screw cannot advance or reverse from its original position.
Product
Affixus¿ Hip Fracture Nail Right 125¿ 13 mm x 320 mm, Item Number: 814313320
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
42 states
SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-3166-2018·2018-09-19
Zimmer Biomet Recalls Affixus Hip Fracture Nail Due to Set Screw Defect
Zimmer Biomet is recalling 5,947 Affixus Hip Fracture Nails because the set screw cannot advance or reverse from its original position.
Product
Affixus¿ Hip Fracture Nail Left 130¿ 13 mm x 320 mm, Item Number: 814613320
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
42 states
SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-3148-2018·2018-09-19
Zimmer Biomet Recalls Affixus Hip Fracture Nails Due to Set Screw Issue
Zimmer Biomet is recalling 5,947 Affixus Hip Fracture Nails because the set screw cannot advance or reverse from its original position.
Product
Affixus¿ Hip Fracture Nail Left 130¿ 9 mm x 320 mm, Item Number: 814609320
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
42 states
SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-3107-2018·2018-09-19
Zimmer Biomet Recalls Affixus Hip Fracture Nail Due to Set Screw Defect
Zimmer Biomet is recalling Affixus Hip Fracture Nails because the set screw cannot advance or reverse from its original position.
Product
Affixus¿ Hip Fracture Nail Left 125¿ 13 mm x 460 mm, Item Number: 814413460
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
42 states
SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-3129-2018·2018-09-19
Zimmer Biomet Recalls Affixus Hip Fracture Nail Due to Set Screw Defect
Zimmer Biomet is recalling 5,947 Affixus Hip Fracture Nails because the set screw cannot advance or reverse from its original position.
Product
Affixus¿ Hip Fracture Nail Right 130¿ 11 mm x 420 mm, Item Number: 814511420
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
42 states
SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-3068-2018·2018-09-19
Zimmer Biomet Recalls Affixus Hip Fracture Nail Due to Set Screw Defect
Zimmer Biomet is recalling Affixus Hip Fracture Nails because the set screw cannot advance or reverse from its original position.
Product
Affixus¿ Hip Fracture Nail Right 125¿ 13 mm x 280 mm, Item Number: 814313280
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
42 states
SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-3054-2018·2018-09-19
Zimmer Biomet Recalls Affixus Hip Fracture Nail Due to Set Screw Defect
Zimmer Biomet is recalling 5,947 Affixus Hip Fracture Nails because the set screw cannot advance or reverse from its original position.
Product
Affixus¿ Hip Fracture Nail Right 125¿ 9 mm x 460 mm, Item Number: 814309460
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
42 states
SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-3134-2018·2018-09-19
Zimmer Biomet Recalls Affixus Hip Fracture Nail Due to Set Screw Defect
Zimmer Biomet is recalling 5,947 Affixus Hip Fracture Nails because the set screw cannot advance or reverse from its original position.
Product
Affixus¿ Hip Fracture Nail Right 130¿ 13 mm x 280 mm, Item Number: 814513280
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
42 states
SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-3135-2018·2018-09-19
Zimmer Biomet Recalls Affixus Hip Fracture Nail Due to Set Screw Defect
Zimmer Biomet is recalling 5,947 Affixus Hip Fracture Nails because the set screw cannot advance or reverse from its original position.
Product
Affixus¿ Hip Fracture Nail Right 130¿ 13 mm x 300 mm, Item Number: 814513300
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
42 states