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

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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1151–1175 of 1694

  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1982-2015·2015-07-08

    GE Healthcare Recalls Innova IGS 540 Angiographic X-ray Systems

    GE Healthcare is recalling six Innova IGS 540 angiographic X-ray systems due to a potential safety issue that may result in the loss of C-arm gantry motion capability.

    Product
    GE Healthcare Innova IGS 540. Angiographic X-ray systems used in generating fluoroscopic and rotational images of human anatomy for diagnostic, interventional and image-guided surgical procedures.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1933-2015·2015-07-08

    Siemens SOMATOM Emotion 16 CT Scanners Recalled for Broken Gantry Screws

    Siemens is recalling 40 SOMATOM Emotion 16 CT scanners due to broken or bowed screws in the gantry balance weight assembly.

    Product
    SOMATOM Emotion 16; produce cross-sectional images of the body by computer reconstruction of x-ray transmission data from either the same axial plane taken at different angels or spiral planes taken at different angles.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighNHTSA·15E057000·2015-07-02

    Norco Accu Slide Room Mechanism Recall for Unintentional Extension

    Norco is recalling Accu Slide room mechanisms where screws may fail, allowing the room to extend while driving and increasing crash risk.

    Product
    EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER recall
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-1820-2015·2015-07-01

    Hill-Rom Steriseal-Cannula Ophthalmic Recall Due to Dislodgement Risk

    Hill-Rom is recalling Steriseal-Cannula Ophthalmic handpieces because the metal cannula can rotate and become dislodged from the plastic handpiece.

    Product
    Steriseal-Cannula Ophthalmic; Bi-Manual Irrigating/Aspirating Handpiece.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • CriticalFDA (Devices)·Z-1818-2015·2015-06-24

    Hill-Rom Viking Mobile Patient Lifts Recalled for Potential Free Fall Hazard

    Hill-Rom is recalling Viking M, L, and XL Mobile Lifts because a damaged actuator can cause the lift arm to drop suddenly, posing a risk of patient injury or death.

    Product
    Viking M, L, and XL Mobile Lifts. Non-AC-powered patient lift.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    0 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1813-2015·2015-06-24

    Smiths Medical Recalls CADD-Solis Pumps Due to Locking Assembly Binding

    Smiths Medical is recalling CADD-Solis Ambulatory Infusion Pumps because the locking assembly may bind, preventing the cassette or keypad from locking securely.

    Product
    CADD¿- Solis Ambulatory Infusion Pump, Model 2111 & 2112, Version 1.0, Version 2.0 and Version 3.0 & Model 2120, Version 1.0. Provide measured drug therapy to patients in hospital or outpatient settings.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • CriticalFDA (Devices)·Z-1726-2015·2015-06-17

    HeartWare Ventricular Assist System Recalled for Driveline Connector Pin Retraction

    HeartWare Inc is recalling HVAD systems due to complaints about pin retraction within the driveline connector. The recall affects 3,747 units currently in use worldwide.

    Product
    HeartWare Ventricular Assist System (HVAD). Catalog #: 1101, 1103, 1100, 1101, 1102, 1104, 1104JP, and 1205. Intended for use as a bridge to cardiac transplantation in patients who are at risk of death from refractory end-stage heart failure.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    32 states
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-1734-2015·2015-06-17

    Roche Recalls Accu-Chek Spirit Insulin Pumps Due to Mechanical Errors

    Roche Diabetes Care is recalling Accu-Chek Spirit insulin pumps because mechanical errors may stop insulin delivery, potentially leading to severe hyperglycemia.

    Product
    AccuChek Spirit insulin infusion pump.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-1733-2015·2015-06-17

    Roche Recalls Accu-Chek Spirit Combo Insulin Pumps Due to Mechanical Errors

    Roche is recalling Accu-Chek Spirit Combo insulin pumps because mechanical errors may stop insulin delivery, potentially leading to severe hyperglycemia.

    Product
    AccuChek Spirit Combo insulin infusion pump sold as part of Accu-Chek Combo System.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1739-2015·2015-06-17

    Smith & Nephew Recalls R3 Constrained Liner Due to Sizing Defect

    Smith & Nephew is recalling 32 units of R3 Constrained Liners because the locking groove is oversized, which may prevent the locking ring from engaging properly.

    Product
    R3(TM) 28 MM I.D., 62 MM O.D. CONSTRAINED LINER, REF 71339162, QTY: (1), STERILE EO. Product Usage: The R3 Constrained liner Acetabular System is a cemented or uncemented prosthesis intended to replace a hip joint. The Constrained liner is intended for primary or revision pat
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1737-2015·2015-06-17

    Smith & Nephew R3 Constrained Liner Recalled for Sizing Defect

    Smith & Nephew is recalling 12 units of R3 Constrained Liners because the locking groove is oversized, which may prevent the locking ring from engaging properly.

    Product
    R3(TM) 22 MM I.D., 58 MM O.D. CONSTRAINED LINER, REF 71339158, QTY: (1), STERILE EO. Product Usage: The R3 Constrained liner Acetabular System is a cemented or uncemented prosthesis intended to replace a hip joint. The Constrained liner is intended for primary or revision pat
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-1650-2015·2015-06-03

    Philips Brilliance CT 40 Recalled Due to Unexpected Couch Descent

    Philips Medical Systems is recalling 153 Brilliance CT 40 systems because the patient couch may unexpectedly descend to its lowest point during an exam.

    Product
    Brilliance CT 40. 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
    0 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1647-2015·2015-06-03

    Philips MX8000 CT Scanner Recall Due to Unexpected Couch Descent

    Philips is recalling 153 MX8000 CT scanners because the patient couch may descend unexpectedly during an exam.

    Product
    MX8000 Dualv. EXP, 728130. 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
    0 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1656-2015·2015-06-03

    Philips Brilliance iCT CT Systems Recalled for Unexpected Couch Descent

    Philips Medical Systems is recalling 153 Brilliance iCT computed tomography systems because the patient couch may unexpectedly descend during an exam.

    Product
    Brilliance iCT. 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
    0 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1649-2015·2015-06-03

    Philips Brilliance CT 64 Systems Recalled for Unexpected Couch Descent

    Philips is recalling 153 Brilliance CT 64 systems because the patient couch may unexpectedly descend during an exam.

    Product
    Brilliance CT 64. 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
    0 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1654-2015·2015-06-03

    Philips Brilliance CT 10 Air Recalled for Unexpected Couch Descent

    Philips Medical Systems is recalling 153 Brilliance CT 10 Air systems in China because the patient couch may unexpectedly descend during an exam.

    Product
    Brilliance CT 10 Air. 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
    0 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1655-2015·2015-06-03

    Philips Brilliance CT 6 Air Systems Recalled for Unexpected Couch Descent

    Philips is recalling 153 Brilliance CT 6 Air systems because the patient couch unexpectedly descended during exams. The units were distributed in China.

    Product
    Brilliance CT 6 Air. 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
    0 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1653-2015·2015-06-03

    Philips Brilliance CT 16 Air Recalled for Unexpected Couch Descent

    Philips is recalling 153 Brilliance CT 16 Air systems because the patient couch may unexpectedly descend to its lowest point during an exam.

    Product
    Brilliance CT 16 Air. 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
    0 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1651-2015·2015-06-03

    Philips Brilliance CT 16 Power Recalled for Unexpected Couch Descent

    Philips is recalling 153 Brilliance CT 16 Power systems because the patient couch may unexpectedly descend during an exam.

    Product
    Brilliance CT 16 Power. 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
    0 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1657-2015·2015-06-03

    Philips Ingenuity CT Recall for Unexpected Patient Couch Descent

    Philips is recalling 153 Ingenuity CT systems in China because the patient couch unexpectedly descended to its lowest point during an exam.

    Product
    Ingenuity CT. 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
    0 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1652-2015·2015-06-03

    Philips Brilliance CT 16 Water Computed Tomography Systems Recalled for Couch Descent

    Philips Medical Systems is recalling 153 Brilliance CT 16 Water systems because the patient couch may unexpectedly descend during an exam.

    Product
    Brilliance CT 16 Water. 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
    0 states
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-1623-2015·2015-05-27

    GE Healthcare Recalls CT Scanners Due to Over-Torqued Bolts

    GE Healthcare is recalling four CT scanners because over-torqued bolts could cause a component to detach, posing a risk of serious bodily injury.

    Product
    CT LightSpeed 16 and Discovery ST Pet/CT DST. Catalogue # 2339985. Designed to be a head and whole body CT scanner utilizing a new solid state detector.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    3 states