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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1001–1025 of 1694

  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2067-2016·2016-07-06

    Pentax Choledochoscope Recall Due to Potential Instrument Channel Lodging

    Pentax Medical is recalling 50 units of FCP-8P and FCP-9P choledochoscopes because accessories and therapeutic devices may become lodged in the instrument channel.

    Product
    Choledochoscope Intended to provide optical visualization of and therapeutic access to the Biliary Tree. This anatomy includes, but is not restricted to, the organs, tissues and subsystems: Common Bile, Hepatic, Cystic and Pancreatic Ducts. The instrument is introduced via the w
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    2 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2087-2016·2016-07-06

    Siemens Hettich Centrifuge Modules Recalled for Premature Bucket Failures

    Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics Inc. is recalling 487 Hettich Centrifuge Modules due to premature bucket failures. The units were distributed nationwide.

    Product
    Hettich Centrifuge Modules: StreamLAB Centrifuge Module (10372372 or 10444807 or 10706836) Aptio Centrifuge Module (10703032 or 10713761) FlexLab High Throughput Centrifuge Module (11171747) FlexLab and Aptio Centrifuge Module (10628157 or 11266581): Used to separate substanc
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2070-2016·2016-07-06

    Pentax Cystoscopes Recalled Due to Risk of Lodged Accessories in Instrument Channel

    Pentax Medical Company is recalling 120 cystoscopes because operational and therapeutic accessories can become lodged in the instrument channel.

    Product
    Cystoscope Intended to provide optical visualization of and therapeutic access to the Urinary Tract. This anatomy includes, but is not restricted to, the organs, tissues and subsystems: Urethra to the Bladder. The instrument is introduced via the urethra when indications consist
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    2 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2073-2016·2016-07-06

    Pentax Laryngo Stroboscope Recalled Due to Lodged Accessories Risk

    Pentax Medical Company is recalling 206 Laryngo Stroboscopes because operational and therapeutic accessories can become lodged in the instrument channel.

    Product
    Laryngo Stroboscope Product Usage Intended to provide optical visualization of, therapeutic access to, the Upper Airway and Vocal Folds. This anatomy includes, but is not restricted to, the organs, tissues and subsystems: Larynx, Pharynx and Vocal Cords. The instrument is introd
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    2 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2066-2016·2016-07-06

    Pentax Choledocho-Nephroscope Recalled Due to Lodged Accessories in Instrument Channel

    Pentax Medical is recalling 126 Choledocho-Nephroscope units because operational and therapeutic accessories can become lodged in the instrument channel.

    Product
    Choledocho-Nephroscope Intended to provide optical visualization of and therapeutic access to the Abdominal Cavity. This anatomy includes, but is not restricted to, the organs, tissues and subsystems: Biliary tree with access to the Common bile Duct, Hepatic Duct, Cystic Duct, K
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    2 states
  • SevereNHTSA·16V479000·2016-06-28

    Ford Recalls 2015-2016 Focus Electric Vehicles for Transmission Defect

    Ford is recalling 865 model year 2015-2016 Focus Electric vehicles because the transmission's differential pinion gear shaft may overheat and fracture, potentially causing a loss of motive power and park function.

    Product
    FORD — FORD FOCUS ELECTRIC
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1844-2016·2016-06-08

    Skytron EZ Slide Operating Table Recalled for Potential Slide Cap Detachment

    Skytron is recalling 458 EZ Slide Operating Tables because incorrectly manufactured parts may cause the slide cap to detach, risking injury to patients or staff.

    Product
    EZ Slide Battery/line powered hydraulic table with removable leg section and 21 top slide General Purpose Surgical Table Skytron EZ Slide Operating Table General Purpose Surgical Table
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1881-2016·2016-06-08

    Orthofix Firebird NXG Spinal Fixation Set Screw Driver Recalled

    Orthofix is recalling 36 units of the Firebird NXG Spinal Fixation System Set Screw Driver because the tool may disengage from the handle during use.

    Product
    Firebird NXG Spinal Fixation System Set Screw Driver used to insert a set screw into a spinal fixation construct. Rx Only Provided non Sterile.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    14 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1829-2016·2016-06-01

    RTI Surgical Recalls Streamline OCT Spinal Fixation Instruments

    RTI Surgical is recalling 17 Streamline OCT Crosslink Counter Torque Sleeves because a defect may obstruct the cannula, potentially causing driver slippage and patient injury.

    Product
    Streamline OCT Occipito-Cervico-Thoracic System, Crosslink Counter Torque Sleeve. Spinal fixation device instrument.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighNHTSA·16V299000·2016-05-13

    Supreme Recalls 2007-2009 Silver Crown and Ponyxpress RVs for Step Defect

    Supreme Corporation is recalling 2007-2009 Silver Crown and Ponyxpress vehicles because a bolt on the electric entry steps may fracture, causing the steps to become unstable.

    Product
    SUPREME — SUPREME PONYXPRESS, SILVER CROWN
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighNHTSA·16V293000·2016-05-12

    E-One Recalls 2015-2016 Emergency Vehicles Due to Pump Strainer Defect

    E-One is recalling 140 model year 2015-2016 Cyclone II, Quest II, and Typhoon emergency vehicles because pump intake strainers may be improperly soldered.

    Product
    E-ONE — E-ONE CYCLONE II, QUEST II, TYPHOON
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1589-2016·2016-05-11

    GE Revolution CT Recalled for Potential X-Ray Tube Loosening

    GE Medical Systems is recalling 26 Revolution CT systems worldwide because a manufacturing error may cause the X-ray tube to loosen, leading to scan errors or image artifacts.

    Product
    GE, Revolution CT. The system is intended for head, whole body, cardiac, and vascular X-ray Computed Tomography applications
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    4 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1583-2016·2016-05-04

    Mako Surgical Recalls RESTORIS PST RIO Offset Shell Impactor

    Mako Surgical Corporation is recalling 96 units of the RESTORIS PST RIO Offset Shell Impactor due to a potential disassociation of the orientation pin.

    Product
    RESTORIS PST RIO Offset Shell Impactor For use by orthopedic surgeons specifically for the purpose of positioning and implanting acetabular cup components during Total Hip Arthroplasty (THA) surgery.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighCPSC·16155·2016-05-03

    Cascade Designs Recalls Avalanche Rescue Probes Due to Suffocation Risk

    Cascade Designs is recalling Striker 320 and 240 avalanche rescue probes because a lock button failure may prevent the probe from extending, posing a suffocation hazard.

    Product
    Avalanche rescue probes
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1380-2016·2016-04-20

    Philips EPIQ Ultrasound Systems Recalled for Control Panel Fastener Loosening

    Philips is recalling EPIQ diagnostic ultrasound systems because fasteners securing the control panel may loosen, potentially causing the assembly to detach.

    Product
    EPIQ DIAGNOSTIC ULTRASOUND SYSTEM, Model EPIQ 5C, EPIC 5G, EPIQ 5W, EPIQ 7C, EPIC 7GC, and EPIQ 7W. Diagnostic Ultrasound System for ultrasound imaging in abdominal, cardiac adult, cardiac other (fetal), cardiac pediatric, cerebral vascular, cephalic (adult), cephalic (neonata
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1363-2016·2016-04-20

    Natus Medical Recalls Medix NatalCare ST-LX Neonatal Incubators

    Natus Medical is recalling Medix NatalCare ST-LX neonatal incubators because defective hinge assemblies may cause ports to detach.

    Product
    Medix NatalCare ST-LX Intensive Care Incubator. Neonatal incubator.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1332-2016·2016-04-13

    Applied Medical Recalls Epix Universal Clip Appliers Due to Loading Defect

    Applied Medical Resources Corp is recalling specific Epix Universal Clip Applier kits due to a potential loading mechanism nonconformance.

    Product
    STD KIT GK260, Standard Set 360 Z Product Usage: The Epix disposable laparoscopic clip applier is indicated for ligation of tubular structures or vessels in laparoscopic and general surgical procedures.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1329-2016·2016-04-13

    Applied Medical Recalls Epix Universal Clip Appliers Due to Loading Mechanism Defect

    Applied Medical Resources Corp is recalling CA500 Epix Universal Clip Appliers due to a potential loading mechanism nonconformance. The recall affects 1,771 units distributed in the U.S. and internationally.

    Product
    CA500 Epix Universal Clip Applier Product Usage: The Epix disposable laparoscopic clip applier is indicated for ligation of tubular structures or vessels in laparoscopic and general surgical procedures.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1330-2016·2016-04-13

    Applied Medical Resources Recalls Epix Universal Clip Applier Kits

    Applied Medical Resources Corp is recalling specific Epix Universal Clip Applier kits due to a potential loading mechanism nonconformance.

    Product
    STD GK258, AME Standard Kit 44 Product Usage: The Epix disposable laparoscopic clip applier is indicated for ligation of tubular structures or vessels in laparoscopic and general surgical procedures.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1245-2016·2016-03-30

    Nidek RT-5100 and RT-3100 Refractors Recalled for Arm Malfunction

    Nidek Inc is recalling RT-5100 and RT-3100 refractors because the Near Point Chart Arm may lower spontaneously, posing a risk of slight injury to the patient's face or nose.

    Product
    RT-5100 (Epic 5100) Refractor and RT 3100 Refractor: Product Usage: Instrument providing means of positioning spherical and cylindrical lenses, prisms and other optical devices in front of a subjects eye for purpose of determining refractive error and binocular functions.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1185-2016·2016-03-23

    Stryker Recalls 36 Non-Powered Stretchers Due to Hydraulic Jack Assembly Defect

    Stryker is recalling 36 non-powered stretchers because hydraulic jack assemblies were manufactured with incorrect oil, increasing the risk of leaks or jack drift.

    Product
    Transport Stretcher, and Head and Neck Surgery Stretcher Non-powered stretcher
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    15 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0911-2016·2016-03-16

    Abbott Vascular Recalls MitraClip Clip Delivery System Due to Mandrel Fracture

    Abbott Vascular is recalling the MitraClip Clip Delivery System because a mandrel fracture may prevent the clip from detaching during implantation.

    Product
    MitraClip Clip Delivery System, product number MSK0101. The MitraClip System contains the Clip Delivery System, product number CDS0201, GTIN 08717648195914 and the Steerable Guide Catheter, product number SGC0101, GTIN 08717648195921. The MitraClip Clip Delivery System (CDS)
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide