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.

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801–825 of 1694

  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-1606-2018·2018-05-09

    Philips MD-Eleva Imaging System Recalled for Uncontrolled Table Rotation

    Philips is recalling 206 MD-Eleva imaging systems because the tilt actuator fixation may break, causing the table to rotate uncontrollably at high speed.

    Product
    Mutlidiagnost-Eleva with Flat Detector 708034 As a multifunctional universal imaging application system, General RJF, Fluoroscopy, Radiography and Angiography can be Performed along with more specialized interventional applications on human patients.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-1608-2018·2018-05-09

    Philips MultiDiagnostic-Eleva Recalled Due to Uncontrolled Table Rotation Hazard

    Philips Medical Systems is recalling 184 MultiDiagnostic-Eleva systems because a broken actuator fixation can cause the table to rotate uncontrollably at high speed.

    Product
    MultiDiagnostic-Eleva with Flat Detector 708038 As a multifunctional universal imaging application system, General RJF, Fluoroscopy, Radiography and Angiography can be Performed along with more specialized interventional applications on human patients.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1514-2018·2018-05-02

    Synthes Stem Extractor Recalled Due to Potential Screw Breakage

    Synthes, Inc. is recalling 31 Stem Extractor f/Guide Bar units because the connection screw may break during use.

    Product
    Stem Extractor f/Guide Bar, Part number 03.401.072. Instrumentation for extraction and revision of Epoca shoulder implants.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1511-2018·2018-05-02

    Synthes Flex Arm Recalled for Potential Connection Failure

    Synthes, Inc. is recalling 84 Flex Arm units because the quick connect feature may fail to connect to mating parts.

    Product
    Flex Arm Product Usage: The Synthes Flex Arm is a component of the Synthes Minimally Invasive Support System, which provides secure table mounting for minimally invasive spine surgery. The Flex Arm is designed to hold Synthes Minimally Invasive Retractors, which are connected
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-1409-2018·2018-04-25

    Philips Brilliance iCT SP CT Systems Recalled for Emergency Stop Defect

    Philips is recalling 19 Brilliance iCT SP CT systems because closing the emergency stop may disable the horizontal motor, allowing the couch to move during patient loading.

    Product
    Brilliance iCT SP - Model no. 728311 Computed Tomography X-Ray system Product Usage: Computed Tomography X-ray systems intended to produce cross-sectional Images of the body by computer reconstruction of X-ray transmission data taken at different angles and planes. These devi
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-1420-2018·2018-04-25

    Autochair Milford Smartbase Recalled Due to Leg Folding Hazard

    Autochair is recalling Milford Smartbase units because a weak spring and misaligned locking pin caused legs to fold, dropping a person.

    Product
    Product: Milford Smartbase Model # 9934105 Pride SmartBase Pride product codes: LSMPLCG A & LSMPLCG B
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    0 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1410-2018·2018-04-25

    Philips CT Scanner Recall Due to Emergency Stop Defect

    Philips is recalling 106 Brilliance Big Bore CT scanners because closing the Emergency Stop may disable the horizontal motor, allowing the couch to move during patient loading or unloading.

    Product
    Brilliance Big Bore (Oncology) - Model no. 728243, Computed Tomography X-Ray system Product Usage: Computed Tomography X-ray systems intended to produce cross-sectional Images of the body by computer reconstruction of X-ray transmission data taken at different angles and plan
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1412-2018·2018-04-25

    Philips Brilliance 16 Slice CT System Recalled for Emergency Stop Defect

    Philips is recalling two Brilliance 16 Slice CT systems because the emergency stop may fail to disable the horizontal motor, allowing the couch to move during patient loading.

    Product
    Brilliance 16 Slice (Air) - Model no. 728246, Computed Tomography X-Ray system Product Usage: Computed Tomography X-ray systems intended to produce cross-sectional Images of the body by computer reconstruction of X-ray transmission data taken at different angles and planes. T
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1405-2018·2018-04-25

    Philips Ingenuity CT Recall for Emergency Stop Defect

    Philips is recalling 172 Ingenuity CT systems because closing the Emergency Stop may disable the horizontal motor, allowing the couch to move during patient load or unload.

    Product
    Ingenuity CT - Model no. 728326, 728325, Computed Tomography X-Ray system Product Usage: Computed Tomography X-ray systems intended to produce cross-sectional Images of the body by computer reconstruction of X-ray transmission data taken at different angles and planes. These
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1429-2018·2018-04-25

    Halyard Closed Suction System Recall Due to Loose Flex Connectors

    Halyard Health is recalling certain Closed Suction Systems because the Flex Connectors may become loose or disconnect before or during use.

    Product
    Halyard Closed Suction System for Adults, Multi-Access¿Port¿Closed¿Suction¿System¿for¿Adults. Used to aspirate liquids or semisolids from a patient's upper airway. a. HALYARD* MULTI-PORT, DSY, ENDO 10FR; b. HALYARD* MULTI-PORT, DSY, ENDO 12FR; c. HALYARD* MULTI-PORT,
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1427-2018·2018-04-25

    Halyard Closed Suction System Flex Connectors May Disconnect During Use

    Halyard Health is recalling certain Closed Suction Systems because the Flex Connectors may become loose or disconnect before or during use.

    Product
    Halyard Closed Suction System for Adults, Double Swivel Elbow (DSE). Used to aspirate liquids or semisolids from a patient's upper airway. Labeled as the following: a. HALYARD* 12FR DSE 21.3IN/54CM (WHITE); b. HALYARD* 12 FR TRACH CARE DSE ENDO; c. HALYARD* 12FR DSE 12
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1406-2018·2018-04-25

    Philips Ingenuity Core CT Systems Recalled for Couch Movement Hazard

    Philips is recalling 281 Ingenuity Core CT systems because the emergency stop may fail to lock the couch, allowing it to move during patient loading.

    Product
    Ingenuity Core - Model no. 728321, Computed Tomography X-Ray system Product Usage: Computed Tomography X-ray systems intended to produce cross-sectional Images of the body by computer reconstruction of X-ray transmission data taken at different angles and planes. These devices
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1413-2018·2018-04-25

    Philips Brilliance 64 CT System Recalled for Emergency Stop Defect

    Philips Medical Systems is recalling six Brilliance 64 CT systems because closing the emergency stop may disable the horizontal motor, allowing the couch to move during patient loading.

    Product
    Brilliance 64 - Model no. 728231, Computed Tomography X-Ray system Product Usage: Computed Tomography X-ray systems intended to produce cross-sectional Images of the body by computer reconstruction of X-ray transmission data taken at different angles and planes. These devices
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1414-2018·2018-04-25

    Philips IQon Spectral CT Recalled for Emergency Stop Defect

    Philips is recalling 47 IQon Spectral CT systems because closing the emergency stop may disable the horizontal motor, allowing the couch to move during patient loading.

    Product
    IQon Spectral CT - Model no. 728332, Computed Tomography X-Ray system Product Usage: Computed Tomography X-ray systems intended to produce cross-sectional Images of the body by computer reconstruction of X-ray transmission data taken at different angles and planes. These devi
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1407-2018·2018-04-25

    Philips Ingenuity Core 128 CT Systems Recalled for Emergency Stop Defect

    Philips is recalling 591 Ingenuity Core 128 CT systems because closing the emergency stop may allow the patient couch to move during loading or unloading.

    Product
    Ingenuity Core 128 - Model no. 728323, 728324, Computed Tomography X-Ray system Product Usage: Computed Tomography X-ray systems intended to produce cross-sectional Images of the body by computer reconstruction of X-ray transmission data taken at different angles and planes.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1408-2018·2018-04-25

    Philips Brilliance iCT CT Systems Recalled for Emergency Stop Defect

    Philips is recalling 295 Brilliance iCT CT systems because closing the Emergency Stop may disable the horizontal motor, allowing the couch to move during patient loading.

    Product
    Brilliance iCT - Model no. 728306 Computed Tomography X-Ray system Product Usage: Computed Tomography X-ray systems intended to produce cross-sectional Images of the body by computer reconstruction of X-ray transmission data taken at different angles and planes. These devices
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1415-2018·2018-04-25

    Philips Brilliance 6 Slice CT System Recalled for Emergency Stop Defect

    Philips is recalling Brilliance 6 Slice CT systems because closing the Emergency Stop may disable the horizontal motor, allowing the couch to move during patient loading.

    Product
    Brilliance 6 Slice (Air) - Model no. 728256, Computed Tomography X-Ray system Product Usage: Computed Tomography X-ray systems intended to produce cross-sectional Images of the body by computer reconstruction of X-ray transmission data taken at different angles and planes. Th
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1364-2018·2018-04-18

    Orthofix Recalls Connector System Set Screws Due to Size Discrepancies

    Orthofix is voluntarily recalling specific lots of Connector System set screws because size discrepancies may cause the driver to wedge or strip the screw.

    Product
    ORTHOFIX, Connector System, LARGE SET SCREW, REF 79-2002
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    0 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1319-2018·2018-04-18

    Hill-Rom Progressa Bed Recall Due to Brake Component Failure Risk

    Hill-Rom is recalling 2,117 Progressa adjustable hospital beds because a braking system component may break, causing unwanted bed movement and potential injury.

    Product
    Progressa Bed - AC-powered adjustable hospital bed
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1349-2018·2018-04-18

    Getinge Recalls VOLISTA StandOP Surgical Lights Due to Handle Detachment Risk

    Getinge is recalling 5,214 VOLISTA StandOP surgical lights because the central handle holder can detach, potentially dropping particles into the sterile field during procedures.

    Product
    VOLISTA StandOP Surgical Light; Model numbers VLT600 SF AIM STP, VLT600 DF AIM STP, Ref. codes ARD568811901, ARD568811911 ARD568811951, ARD568811961 The device is designed to illuminate the body of a patient during surgical operations, diagnostics and treatment. These surgica
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1218-2018·2018-04-04

    Deerfield Imaging Recalls IMRIS ORT300 Operating Room Tables

    Deerfield Imaging is recalling 13 IMRIS ORT300 operating room tables because their rotational locking mechanisms may fail to operate, preventing the table from changing between locked and unlocked states.

    Product
    IMRIS ORT300 Removable Operating Room Table, 50-60 Hz Version is intended for use during diagnostic examinations or surgical procedures to support and position a patient.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    0 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1217-2018·2018-04-04

    Deerfield Imaging Recalls ORT200 Operating Room Tables Due to Locking Mechanism Failure

    Deerfield Imaging is recalling 17 IMRIS ORT200 operating room tables because their rotational locking mechanisms fail to operate, preventing the table from changing between locked and unlocked states.

    Product
    IMRIS ORT200 Removable Operating Room Table, 50-60 Hz Version is intended for use during diagnostic examinations or surgical procedures to support and position a patient.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    0 states
  • HighCPSC·18734·2018-03-29

    Octane Fitness Recalls XT-One Elliptical Cross Trainers Due to Fall Hazard

    Octane Fitness is recalling about 570 XT-One elliptical cross trainers because the incline lead screw can shear off, causing foot pedals to drop unexpectedly and creating a fall hazard.

    Product
    Octane Fitness XT-One elliptical cross trainers
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide