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.

Which agencies issued them

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1451–1475 of 1694

HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2095-2013·2013-09-04
Siemens Recalls Linear Accelerator Tabletops Due to Screw Breakage Risk
Siemens is recalling specific linear accelerator tabletops because manufacturing errors may cause screws to break off, potentially affecting patient safety.
Product
PRIMUS, ONCOR, ARTISTE Linac systems with component Tabletop, 550TxT, TT-A s/n 1001-1233 and Tabletop 550TxT, TT-S s/n 1001-1083. Product Usage: The intended use of the SIEMENS branded, ARTISTE, ONCOR and PRIMUS family of linear accelerator systems is to deliver X-ray ph
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1989-2013·2013-08-28
GE Healthcare Precision 500D X-Ray Systems Recalled for Monitor Suspension Defect
GE Healthcare is recalling Precision 500D systems because a locking nut on the overhead video monitor suspension may loosen, posing a risk of impact.
Product
GE Healthcare, Precision 500D Product Usage: The Precision 500D is designed to perform radiographic and fluoroscopic x-ray examinations.
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-1957-2013·2013-08-21
SpineFrontier Invue Solid Driver Recalled Due to Broken Nipple
SpineFrontier, Inc. is recalling nine Invue Solid Drivers because the nipple broke off during use, potentially affecting spinal surgery.
Product
Invue Solid Driver, Tipped, AO. Part Number: 11-70083. Allows the user to retain the screw when changing axis of insertion during fixation of spinal intervertebral.
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
3 states
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1953-2013·2013-08-21
Zimmer Trabecular Metal Reverse Shoulder Instrumentation Recalled for Tab Fracture
Zimmer, Inc. is recalling Trabecular Metal Reverse Shoulder System Instrumentation due to potential tab fracture during use.
Product
REF 00-4309-071-36 Trabecular Metal Reverse Shoulder System Instrumentation, Glenosphere Helmet, 36 mm Diameter Nonsterile, Qty -1 Instrumentation used in shoulder replacement surgery. The glenosphere helmet is used to insert the glenosphere onto the base plate prior to impact
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1954-2013·2013-08-21
Zimmer Trabecular Metal Reverse Shoulder Instrumentation Recalled for Tab Fracture
Zimmer, Inc. is recalling Trabecular Metal Reverse Shoulder System instrumentation due to a potential for tab fracture during use.
Product
REF 00-4309-071-40 Trabecular Metal Reverse Shoulder System Instrumentation, Glenosphere Helmet, 40 mm Diameter Nonsterile, Qty -1 Instrumentation used in shoulder replacement surgery. The glenosphere helmet is used to insert the glenosphere onto the base plate prior to impact
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1942-2013·2013-08-21
GE Healthcare Recalls Mobile X-Ray Units Due to Erratic Drive Performance
GE Healthcare is recalling Optima and Brivo mobile x-ray units because of erratic drive performance. The recall affects 458 units distributed worldwide.
Product
GE Healthcare, Optima XR220amx, Optima XR200amx, and Brivo XR285amx. The series are indicated for use on adult and pediatric patients for general-purpose diagnostic radiographic examinations and procedures. The systems are indicated for taking radiographic exposures of the sku
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1926-2013·2013-08-14
SpineFrontier Recalls Rev E PedFuse Return Screw Inserters Due to Loose Set Screw
SpineFrontier, Inc. is recalling eight Rev E PedFuse Return Screw Inserters because a set screw can loosen, causing the collar and locking sleeve to slide off the instrument.
Product
Rev E PedFuse Return Screw Inserter, Part Number: 11-80030 Screw inserters are instruments which capture, hold and drive pedicle screw assemblies. There is a capturing feature that engages and holds the screw in place. There is also a feature used to lock the screw to the ins
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
1 state
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1932-2013·2013-08-14
SpineFrontier T-Handle Strike Plate Separation Recall
SpineFrontier, Inc. is recalling 11 T-Handles because the strike plate loosened and separated during an operation.
Product
T-Handle, Strike Plate, Push Connection, Part Number: SI50023 Rev A T-handles are silicone handled instruments that have a quick release end. The silicone T-handle has an impactor cap on the proximal end of the handle which is designed to be struck with a mallet. T-handles are
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
3 states
HighNHTSA·13V362000·2013-08-14
Ice Castle RV Edition Recalled for Awning Motor Screw Shear Risk
American Surplus is recalling 2014 Ice Castle RV Edition vehicles because awning motor screws may shear, causing the awning to unfurl unexpectedly and increasing injury or crash risk.
Product
ICE CASTLE — ICE CASTLE RV EDITION
Category
Vehicle
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighNHTSA·13V350000·2013-08-08
OBS Recalls Four Motorhomes Due to Power Awning Motor Defect
OBS is recalling four motorhomes because a design change in the power awning motor assembly may cause screws to shear, potentially allowing the awning to unfurl unexpectedly.
Product
ROYAL — ROYAL, OBS RTBGN, ADVENTURE III, CONCEPT
Category
Vehicle
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1832-2013·2013-08-07
Exactech Articulated Driver Recalled for Potential Disassembly During Use
Exactech, Inc. is recalling 57 Articulated Driver units because the cross pin may shift out of position, potentially leading to instrument disassembly during orthopedic surgery.
Product
Exactech Articulated Driver A nonpowered hand-held device intended for medical purposes to manipulate tissue, or for use with other devices in orthopedic surgery.
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
7 states
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1848-2013·2013-08-07
Siemens Luminos dRF Fluoroscopic X-Ray System Recalled for Software Error
Siemens is recalling four Luminos dRF Fluoroscopic X-Ray systems due to a software error that may cause the table to tilt and collide with the floor.
Product
Siemens Luminos dRF Fluoroscopic X-Ray system Fluoroscopic X-Ray system
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
4 states
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1786-2013·2013-07-31
Steris Recalls Fine Traction Devices Due to Bearing Defect
Steris Corporation is recalling 16 units of Fine Traction Devices because a bearing failed pre-release reliability testing. The devices were distributed in five US states and Canada.
Product
STERIS Fine Traction Device, one unit per box Product Usage: The Fine Traction Device is used to provide traction and enable fine adjustments to traction and orientation of the leg during orthopedic procedures.
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1745-2013·2013-07-24
Synthes Recalls Multi Vector Distractor Pin Holding Clamps Due to Binding
Synthes USA is voluntarily removing Multi Vector Distractor Pin Holding Clamps because the clamp and nut construct may fail to engage threads and bind.
Product
Multi Vector Distractor Pin Holding Clamp, limited bone stock The holding clamp is part of the Multi Vector Distractor which cis used for mandibular bone lengthening, including conditions such as congenital mandibular deficiencies or post-traumatic defects. The Multi Vector Di
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1722-2013·2013-07-17
Biomet Recalls Oxford Fixed Bearing Partial Knee Implants
Biomet is recalling 23 Oxford Fixed Bearing Partial Knee implants due to a design flaw that may cause bone impingement.
Product
REF 154237 Oxford Fixed Bearing Partial Knee Cemented Lateral Tibia Size F5 ARCOM UHMWPE / CO-CR-MO Alloy Only for use in Lateral compartment Sterile R The Oxford Fixed Bearing Knee is a Partial knee replacement system consisting of a femoral component and a fixed bearing
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
4 states
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1707-2013·2013-07-17
Biomet Recalls Oxford Fixed Bearing Partial Knee Components Due to Design Flaw
Biomet is recalling 23 Oxford Fixed Bearing Partial Knee components because the tibial bearing design may cause anterior impingement in terminal extension.
Product
REF 154216 Oxford Fixed Bearing Partial Knee Cemented Lateral Tibia Size C5 ARCOM UHMWPE / CO-CR-MO Alloy Only for use in Lateral compartment Sterile R The Oxford Fixed Bearing Knee is a Partial knee replacement system consisting of a femoral component and a fixed bearing
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
4 states
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1711-2013·2013-07-17
Biomet Recalls Oxford Fixed Bearing Partial Knee Components Due to Design Flaw
Biomet is recalling 37 Oxford Fixed Bearing Partial Knee components because a design flaw may cause bone to impinge on the bearing.
Product
REF 154222 Oxford Fixed Bearing Partial Knee Cemented Lateral Tibia Size D4 ARCOM UHMWPE / CO-CR-MO Alloy Only for use in Lateral compartment Sterile R The Oxford Fixed Bearing Knee is a Partial knee replacement system consisting of a femoral component and a fixed bearing
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
4 states
HighNHTSA·13V301000·2013-07-15
Lakota Recalls 2014 Charger and Bighorn Trailers for Awning Motor Defect
Lakota is recalling 2014 Charger and Bighorn recreational trailers because a design change may cause awning motor screws to shear, potentially leading to unexpected awning deployment and injury.
Product
LAKOTA — LAKOTA CHARGER, BIGHORN
Category
Vehicle
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighNHTSA·13E039000·2013-07-12
Fastec Industrial Recalls Recreational Vehicle Door Locks Due to Jamming Risk
Fastec Industrial is recalling specific RV door locks that may jam, potentially trapping occupants inside the vehicle.
Product
EQUIPMENT recall
Category
Consumer Product
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighNHTSA·13V306000·2013-07-10
Matthews Specialty Vehicles Recalls Buses Due to Awning Motor Screw Shear Risk
Matthews Specialty Vehicles is recalling specific 2000-2013 model year buses because power awning motor assembly screws may shear, potentially causing the awning to unfurl unexpectedly.
Product
THOMAS BUILT — THOMAS BUILT, FREIGHTLINER, INTERNATIONAL CHSU/MICKEY, XCR, FE, TERRASTAR
Category
Vehicle
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1577-2013·2013-07-03
BD SafetyGlide Syringe Tray Recalled for Needle Mechanism Failure
Becton Dickinson is recalling 1,326,000 units of BD SafetyGlide Allergy syringe trays because the needle safety mechanism may disengage.
Product
BD SafetyGlide Allergy. REF 305950 Sterile Allergy Treatment Syringe Tray. The device is used for aspiration and injection of medications.
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighNHTSA·13V286000·2013-07-02
Kibbi Recalls 2013 Renegade Trailer Due to Awning Motor Defect
Kibbi is recalling one 2013 Renegade KIT28TA trailer because a design change may cause awning motor screws to shear, potentially allowing the awning to unfurl unexpectedly and increasing injury or crash risk.
Product
RENEGADE — RENEGADE KIT28TA
Category
Vehicle
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1547-2013·2013-06-26
Biomet Recalls Phoenix Retrograde Femoral Connecting Bolts Due to Fit Issues
Biomet is recalling 75 Phoenix Retrograde Femoral Connecting Bolts because an undersized diameter may cause the hex driver to get stuck, delaying surgery.
Product
Biomet Trauma Phoenix Retrograde Femoral Connecting Bolt Trauma Fixation Systems. Product Usage: The Phoenix Retrograde Femoral Nail is indicated for alignment, stabilization, and fixation of fractures caused by trauma or disease and the fixation of femurs that have been surg
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1536-2013·2013-06-19
OrthoPediatrics Recalls 90 Degree Cannulated Infant Blade Plates
OrthoPediatrics Corp is recalling 130 90 Degree Cannulated Infant Blade Plates due to reports of the plates bending during surgery.
Product
90 Degree Cannulated Infant Blade Plate 35mm x 5mm x 3 Hole Product Usage: The OrthoPediatrics Locking Cannulated Blade Plate System is intended for fixation of long bone fractures and osteotomies in all pediatric subgroups (except neonates) and in small stature adults. Spe
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1521-2013·2013-06-19
Applied Medical Recalls Epix and Direct Drive Laparoscopic Graspers
Applied Medical is recalling specific lots of Epix and Direct Drive Laparoscopic Graspers because the trigger may fracture, potentially leaving the jaws closed.
Product
Applied Medicals Epix¿ and Direct Drive Laparoscopic Graspers, Model Numbers C4130 and C4140. Used for grasping and manipulating tissue during general or laparoscopic surgery.
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide