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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1076–1100 of 1694

  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-0394-2016·2015-12-23

    Insulet Recalls OmniPod Insulin Management System Due to Needle Deployment Failure

    Insulet Corporation is recalling 5,179 boxes of OmniPod Insulin Management Systems because the needle mechanism may fail to deploy or deploy with a delay.

    Product
    OmniPod¿, Insulin Management System (OUS) Catalog Number: 14810 Product Usage: The OmnniPod¿ Insulin Management System is intended for subcutaneous delivery of insulin at set and variable rates for the management of diabetes mellitus in persons requiring insulin and for the
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0396-2016·2015-12-16

    Implant Direct Sybron Recalls DirectGuide Drill Extender for Dental Implants

    Implant Direct Sybron Manufacturing is recalling 26 lots of DirectGuide Drill Extenders because the drill may drop during use.

    Product
    DGDE, DirectGuide Drill Extender. Instrument for use with dental implants. A manufactured device that adds a 6mm extension for a 25mm and 28mm tissue height capability suitable for individual patient needs. The thru hole in the DGDE allows existing surgical drills to be inser
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0375-2016·2015-12-16

    Synthes Recalls Five TFN-Advanced Proximal Femoral Nailing Systems

    Synthes (USA) Products LLC is recalling five TFN-Advanced Proximal Femoral Nailing Systems because a design defect may prevent proper locking mechanism advancement or screw tightening.

    Product
    Trochanteric Fixation Nail- Advanced System-11MM/130 DEG TI CANN TFNA 420MM/Right Sterile (The TFN-ADVANCED Proximal Femoral Nailing System) The TFN-ADVANCED Proximal Femoral Nailing System is intended for treatment of fractures. Intramedullary fixation rod, orthopedic.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    4 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0411-2016·2015-12-16

    Zimmer Persona EM Distal Rod Recalled for Ratchet Latching Defect

    Zimmer, Inc. is recalling 156 Persona EM Distal Rods because the ratchet teeth may not latch onto the rod. The defect could affect the stability of the surgical instrument during use.

    Product
    Persona EM Distal Rod, orthopedic manual surgical instrument for use with Persona Knee Prosthesis, item 42-5399-002-00, part of the Persona Tibial Resection System.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    19 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0410-2016·2015-12-16

    Zimmer Persona EM Proximal Tube Recalled for Ratchet Latching Failure

    Zimmer, Inc. is recalling 156 Persona EM Proximal Tubes because the ratchet teeth may not latch onto the rod.

    Product
    Persona EM Proximal Tube, orthopedic manual surgical instrument for use with Persona Knee Prosthesis, item 42-5399-001-00, part of the Persona Tibial Resection System.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    19 states
  • SevereNHTSA·15V821000·2015-12-07

    Honda Recalls VFR1200F Motorcycles for Driveshaft Universal Joint Wear

    Honda is recalling 2010, 2012, and 2013 VFR1200F motorcycles because driveshaft universal joint bearings may wear prematurely, potentially causing the joint to separate or break.

    Product
    HONDA — HONDA VFR1200F
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0324-2016·2015-12-02

    Pega Medical Recalls SCFE Driver Instruments Due to Threaded Shaft Breakage

    Pega Medical Inc. is recalling 4 SCFE Driver instruments distributed in Florida and Tennessee because the threaded shaft broke during use.

    Product
    SCFE Driver (SCF-MLD273 & SCF-MLD265) instrument used for the insertion of the Free Gliding SCFE Screw System. This instrument is included in the Free Gliding SCFE Screw System instrument tray. This instrument is marked with the catalogue number and lot number. The Free-
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    2 states
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-0285-2016·2015-11-25

    Prism Medical P-300 Portable Consumer Lift Recalled for Drive Shaft Failure

    ErgoSafe Products is recalling 1,721 Prism Medical P-300 Portable Consumer Lifts because the drive shaft and over speed arm may fail, potentially causing a patient to fall.

    Product
    Prism Medical P-300 Portable Consumer Lift; PN 303050, 303050R, and 303051; weight specification 300 lbs. /136 kg.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-0284-2016·2015-11-25

    Prism Medical C-300 Ceiling Lifts Recalled for Drive Shaft Failure

    FDA is recalling 561 Prism Medical C-300 ceiling lifts because the drive shaft and over-speed arm may fail simultaneously, potentially causing a patient to fall.

    Product
    Prism Medical C-300 Consumer Ceiling Lift; PN 330050, 330050R, 330053, 330053R, and 330057; weight specification 300 lbs. /136 kg. Lifting aid used by health care professionals to lift, position, and transfer clients or disabled family members.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0276-2016·2015-11-25

    Synthes Sternal ZIPFIX Application Instrument Recall for Screw Failure Risk

    Synthes is recalling 267 previously repaired Sternal ZIPFIX Application Instruments because the screws may break or loosen.

    Product
    Synthes Application Instrument for Sternal ZIPFIX. Indications for use include primary or secondary closure/repair of the sternum following sternotomy or fracture of the sternum to stabilize the sternum and promote fusion.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    15 states
  • HighNHTSA·15E092000·2015-11-19

    Gillig Recalls Ricon Wheelchair Lifts Due to Bearing Failure Risk

    Gillig is recalling Ricon Model S5510 wheelchair lifts because oversized pivot holes may allow bearings to shift, potentially causing the platform to fall and injure the operator.

    Product
    EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY recall
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0211-2016·2015-11-18

    Boston Scientific Recalls RotaWire Elite Guidewires Due to Wire Fracture Complaints

    Boston Scientific is recalling RotaWire Elite Guidewires and wireClip Torquer devices because of complaints of wire fracture. The devices are used with the Rotablator Rotational Atherectomy System.

    Product
    RotaWire Elite and wireClip Torquer, Guidewire and Guidewire Manipulation Device, Floppy. REF H802223301 (5-pack outer package), REF H802223300 (single unit). The Rotablator rotational atherectomy system consists of a diamond tipped burr capable of high speed rotation des
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    17 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0249-2016·2015-11-18

    Stryker Recalls Triathlon MIS Modular Distal Capture Instruments

    Stryker is recalling specific lots of Triathlon MIS Modular Distal Capture instruments because they may disassociate during use.

    Product
    Stryker Orthopaedics, MIS MODULAR DISTAL CAPTURE TRIATHLON MIS INSTRUMENTS, REF 6541-5-723, Lot AdminECR19205, Non-Sterile, The Triathlon MIS Distal Capture is used when a surgeon elects to use a capture for the distal femoral resection in a Triathlon primary MIS TKA. Once the Tr
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighNHTSA·15V752000·2015-11-13

    Newmar Recalls Motorhomes Due to Engine Cooling Fan Separation Risk

    Newmar is recalling certain 2004-2008 Essex, London Aire, and Mountain Aire motorhomes because the engine cooling fan may separate from the drive, posing an injury risk to nearby individuals.

    Product
    NEWMAR — NEWMAR LONDON AIRE, ESSEX, MOUNTAIN AIRE
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0224-2016·2015-11-11

    Mako RIO Robotic System Components Recalled for Damaged Locking Pins

    Mako Surgical Corporation is recalling RIO system locking pins and connectors because the pins are damaged during assembly.

    Product
    Robotic Arm Interactive Orthopedic (RIO) system component PN#205143 (locking pin) and PN# 112220 (connector). Indicated for use in surgical knee resurfacing and total hip Arthroplasty joint replacement procedures.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0208-2016·2015-11-11

    Siemens e.cam Gamma Camera Recall for Radial Brake Failure

    Siemens Medical Solutions is recalling e.cam Gamma Camera systems due to a potential radial brake failure that could allow the detector to drift.

    Product
    e.cam Gamma Camera, an emission computed tomography system. It is intended to detect or image the distribution of radionuclides in the body or organ, using the following techniques: planar imaging, whole body imaging, tomographic imaging for isotopes with energies up to 588keV.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0196-2016·2015-11-11

    GE Recalls MR Surgical Suite II Tables Due to Transfer Mechanism Issue

    GE Medical Systems is recalling MR Surgical Suite II Tables because a defect in the transfer release mechanism may prevent patient transfer between the MR and surgical tables.

    Product
    MR Surgical Suite II Table, Model Number(s): M8074SS, M8053SS, M0074SS. UPDATE 11-4-2015: Model M0001SS
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    8 states
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0197-2016·2015-11-11

    Philips Recalls GEMINI PET/CT Systems Due to Servo Controller Failure Risk

    Philips is recalling 264 GEMINI PET/CT systems because the CT subsystem's Spindle Block Servo Controllers may fail prematurely.

    Product
    GEMINI PET/CT System, a diagnostic imaging system for fixed or mobile installations that combines Positron Emission Tomography (PET) and X-ray Computed Tomography (CT) systems.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    35 states
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-0168-2016·2015-11-04

    Siemens Medical Solutions Recalls 158 Radiation Therapy Machines

    Siemens Medical Solutions is recalling 158 radiation therapy machines due to a potential safety risk of the gantry colliding with patients or treatment tables.

    Product
    ONCOR Avant Garde, ONCOR Impression Plus, ONCOR Expression, ONCOR Impression, PRIMUS HI, MEVATRON M2/PRIMUS Mid-Energy, ARTISTE; intended use is to deliver x-ray radiation for therapeutic treatment of cancer.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0182-2016·2015-11-04

    Siemens ACUSON SC2000 Ultrasound Systems Recalled for Hardware Defects

    Siemens is recalling 2,099 ACUSON SC2000 ultrasound systems due to hardware defects involving wheel lock disconnection and system lockups.

    Product
    ACUSON SC2000 ultrasound systems model 10433816 Imaging system that provides the ability to measure anatomical structures and calculation packages that provide info for clinical diagnosis purposes.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    1 state
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0154-2016·2015-10-28

    Berchtold TELETOM Equipment Management System Recall for Control Malfunction

    Berchtold Corp. is recalling TELETOM Equipment Management Systems 4 and 6 series due to potential control and brake failure caused by fluid intrusion.

    Product
    TELETOM EQUIPMENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM 4 and 6 series TELETOM is designed for use in operating rooms, medical treatment rooms, intensive care units, or any area of a medical facility that requires a ceiling mounted device to supply power, medical gases, and data-communication servi
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-0125-2016·2015-10-21

    Synthes Recalls Titanium Elastic Nail Inserters Due to Mechanical Failure Risk

    Synthes (USA) Products LLC is recalling 1,550 Inserter for Titanium Elastic Nails (TEN) devices due to a potential for mechanical failures such as breakage.

    Product
    Inserter for Titanium Elastic Nails (TEN), orthopedic device
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0115-2016·2015-10-21

    ViewRay MRIdian Radiation Therapy System Recalled for Unexpected Couch Movement

    ViewRay is recalling four MRIdian Radiation Therapy Systems because the patient couch may move unexpectedly if an encoder fails and the system is restarted.

    Product
    MRIdian¿ ViewRay¿ Radiation Therapy System, ViewRay¿ Is indicated for stereotactic radiosurgery and precision radiotherapy for lesions, tumors, and conditions anywhere in the body when radiation treatment is indicated.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    3 states
  • ModerateFDA (Drugs)·D-0008-2016·2015-10-14

    Daytrana Methylphenidate Patches Recalled for Defective Delivery System

    Noven Pharmaceuticals is recalling Daytrana (methylphenidate) 30 mg patches due to a defective delivery system that failed mechanical peel force specifications.

    Product
    DAYTRANA — DAYTRANA (METHYLPHENIDATE)
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide