The Recall Desk

Hazard

Mechanical Failure recalls

1,704 recalls in our database tag this hazard, drawn from FDA, USDA FSIS, CPSC, and NHTSA source notices.

What the numbers show

Total
1,704
Critical
7
Severe
366
Most recent
2026-10-22

Of the 1,704 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

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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826–850 of 1704

  • 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-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…
    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…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • 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-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-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
  • 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
  • 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
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1169-2018·2018-03-28

    Beckman Coulter AutoMate Systems Recalled for Premature Belt Failure

    Beckman Coulter is recalling AutoMate 1200, 1250, 2500, and 2550 systems due to premature belt failure that poses a remote risk of cross-contamination.

    Product
    AutoMate 1200 Catalog Number ODL25120; AutoMate 1250 Catalog Number ODL25125; AutoMate 2500 Catalog Number ODL25250; AutoMate 2550 Catalog Number ODL25255
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    0 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0934-2018·2018-03-21

    Ion Beam Applications Recalls Proteus 235 Proton Therapy Systems

    Ion Beam Applications is recalling 14 Proteus 235 proton therapy systems because an accessory can be improperly inserted, allowing the device to operate incorrectly.

    Product
    Proteus 235, Uniform and Pencil Beam Scanning The Proton Therapy System - Proteus 235 (brand names: Proteus Plus and Proteus ONE) is a medical device designed to produce and deliver a proton beam for the treatment of patients with localized tumors and other conditions…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    6 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0976-2018·2018-03-21

    Deerfield IMRIS T2X Table Recall Due to Rotational Locking Defect

    Deerfield Imaging is recalling 16 IMRIS T2X tables because the rotational locking mechanisms can disengage, potentially causing unintended table movement.

    Product
    IMRIS T2X Table, Part Number 109682-600
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    0 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0844-2018·2018-03-14

    Toshiba Fluoroscopic X-Ray Systems Recalled for Ceiling Drive Bolt Loosening

    Toshiba American Medical Systems is recalling 29 INFX-8000V and INFINIX CF-I/BP PLUS systems because fastening bolts on the ceiling drive loosened, disabling operation.

    Product
    INFX-8000V Fluoroscopic X-Ray Systems; INFINIX CF-I/BP PLUS CARDIAC SYSTEM
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    0 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0843-2018·2018-03-14

    Toshiba INFX-8000C Fluoroscopic X-Ray Systems Recalled for Ceiling Drive Defect

    Toshiba American Medical Systems Inc is recalling 19 INFX-8000C Fluoroscopic X-Ray Systems because fastening bolts on the ceiling drive loosened, causing the device to disable during operation.

    Product
    INFX-8000C Fluoroscopic X-Ray Systems
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    0 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0810-2018·2018-03-07

    Howmedica Recalls 130 AccuLIF TL Insertion Handles Due to Pivot Defect

    Howmedica Osteonics Corp. is recalling 130 AccuLIF TL Insertion Handles because the implant may pivot instead of maintaining a rigid connection when the lever is locked.

    Product
    AccuLIF TL Insertion Handle The AccuLIF Insertion Handle attaches to the implant and is specifically designed to allow a surgeon to insert the implant into the disc space with a fixed engagement between the two components to permit a controlled positioning of the implant in…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    0 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0512-2018·2018-02-14

    Philips BrightView Gamma Cameras Recalled for Collimator Drop Risk

    Philips Medical Systems is recalling BrightView Model 882480 gamma cameras because collimators may drop to the floor during exchange, posing a physical hazard.

    Product
    BrightView Model 882480 Product Usage: BrightView and BrightView X are gamma cameras designed for single or dual detector nuclear imaging accommodating a broad range of Emission Computed Tomography (ECT) studies. The cameras can be used to perform planar static, dynamic…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0517-2018·2018-02-14

    Panoramic PC-1000 Dental X-ray Units Recalled for Lift Motor Wear

    Panoramic Rental Corp. is recalling PC-1000 dental X-ray units because the lift motor may wear if not properly maintained, posing a risk of injury.

    Product
    PC-1000, PC-1000/Laser1000, Model Numbers 800724-2 & 800724-3
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0537-2018·2018-02-14

    Medtronic Ascenda Intrathecal Catheter Recall for Kinking Risk

    Medtronic is recalling specific lots of Ascenda Intrathecal Catheters due to a potential risk of kinking at the proximal end where the catheter connects to the drug infusion pump.

    Product
    Medtronic Ascenda(R) Intrathecal Catheter, Models: (a) 8780, UDI: 00643169202122, 00643169783027 (b) 8781, UDI: 00643169202139 (c) 8784, UDI: 00643169202153 The Ascenda Intrathecal Catheter kits (models 8780, 8781 and 8784) contain parts of an infusion system that…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0460-2018·2018-02-07

    Zimmer Biomet Recalls Affixus Hip Fracture Nails Due to Assembly Defect

    Zimmer Biomet is recalling 638 Affixus Hip Fracture Nails because a manufacturing defect may prevent the set screw and sleeve assembly from staying in place.

    Product
    Affixus Hip Fracture Nail, RH 125 DEG 9MM X 440MM
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0453-2018·2018-02-07

    Zimmer Biomet Recalls Affixus Hip Fracture Nails Due to Assembly Defect

    Zimmer Biomet is recalling 638 Affixus Hip Fracture Nails because a set screw and sleeve assembly may have shifted, preventing proper product assembly.

    Product
    Affixus Hip Fracture Nail, RH 125 DEG 13MM X 320MM
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0429-2018·2018-02-07

    Zimmer Biomet Recalls Affixus Hip Fracture Nail Due to Assembly Defect

    Zimmer Biomet is recalling 638 Affixus Hip Fracture Nails because a manufacturing defect may prevent the set screw and sleeve assembly from staying in place.

    Product
    Affixus Hip Fracture Nail, LH 125 DEG 9MM X 380MM
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide