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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1476–1500 of 1694

  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1531-2013·2013-06-19

    International Biomedical Recalls VIA Medical Collection Bags Due to Connector Issues

    International Biomedical is recalling VIA Medical Collection Bags because the connector can become occluded if the luer lock is over-tightened.

    Product
    VIA Medical Collection Bag; The collection bag is an accessory waste bag used in conjunction with the sterile LVM blood gas sensor with the LVM Monitor. The collection bag is packaged in a tyvek pouch which is included in either replacement kit (777-3103) or LVM sensor kit (777
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1485-2013·2013-06-12

    Zimmer Air Dermatome II Recalled Due to Broken Planetary Gear Teeth

    Zimmer Surgical Inc is recalling 13 units of the Zimmer Air Dermatome II handpiece because broken planetary gear teeth may cause the device to fail or operate intermittently during surgery.

    Product
    Zimmer Air Dermatome II, REF 00-8851-001-01 handpiece, w/o hose, Rx, non-sterile grafting instruments intended to provide variable graft thickness and width capabilities.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1482-2013·2013-06-12

    SpineFrontier Recalls Straight Impactor Devices Due to Handle Plate Breakage

    SpineFrontier, Inc. is recalling 10 Straight Impactor - Dorado IBC devices because the impactor plate on the handle broke off during use.

    Product
    Straight Impactor - Dorado IBC, Part Number: SI02140. The device is used to position implants after they have been inserted into the disc space during implantation of intervertebral body fusion devices.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1506-2013·2013-06-12

    Alcon Recalls Constellation Pneumatic Handpieces Due to Tip Dislodgement Risk

    Alcon is removing 8,455 Constellation Pneumatic Handpieces from the market because forceps or scissors tips may dislodge if not attached according to instructions.

    Product
    The Constellation Vision System Pneumatic Handpiece. Indicated for both anterior and posterior segment opthalmic surgery.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1483-2013·2013-06-12

    Zimmer Air Dermatome Recalled for Broken Planetary Gear Teeth

    Zimmer Surgical Inc is recalling 84 units of the Zimmer Air Dermatome because broken planetary gear teeth may cause the device to fail during surgery.

    Product
    The Zimmer Air Dermatome, REF 00- 8801- 001- 00 , Rx, non-sterile grafting instruments intended to provide variable graft thickness and width capabilities
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1481-2013·2013-06-12

    Philips Recalls BrightView SPECT Gamma Cameras Due to Mechanical Failure

    Philips Medical Systems is recalling 505 BrightView SPECT gamma cameras worldwide after a report of unexpected detector motion caused by a mechanical assembly failure.

    Product
    BrightView SPECT gamma camera for Emission Computed Tomography, Philips Medical Systems, Cleveland, OH 44143 BrightView SPECT is a gamma camera designed for single or dual detector nuclear imaging accommodating a broad range of emission computed tomography Emission Computed To
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    44 states
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1446-2013·2013-06-12

    Leica Microsystems Recalls LPC Fine Mesh Cassettes for Closure Failure

    Leica Microsystems is recalling LPC Fine Mesh Cassettes because they failed to stay closed during processing operations. The recall affects 20,160 units distributed in the US and New Zealand.

    Product
    LPC Fine Mesh Cassette for the Leica LPC Printer. Part No: 14060546848; 14060546846; 14060546845; 14060546933; 14060546932; 14060546852; 14060546850; 14060546847. The intended use of this device is for storage of specimens/tissues during processing.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1421-2013·2013-06-05

    Alphatec Recalls Leucadia Autolok Pedicle Screw System Due to Tolerancing Issue

    Alphatec Spine is recalling the Leucadia Autolok Polyaxial Pedicle Screw System because a tolerancing issue may prevent the rod from locking rigidly, potentially compromising spinal stability.

    Product
    Leucadia Autolok" Polyaxial Pedicle Screw System. Intended to help provide correction, immobilization and stabilization of spinal segments.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1431-2013·2013-06-05

    Intuitive Surgical Recalls 8mm Precise Bipolar Forceps Due to Cautery Plug Defect

    Intuitive Surgical is recalling 8mm Precise Bipolar Forceps used with the da Vinci Surgical System because a component may dislodge, preventing proper cautery connection and causing loss of function.

    Product
    8mm Precise Bipolar Forceps used in conjunction with the da Vinci Surgical System, Model IS1200. Multiple use electrosurgical endoscopic instruments.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1324-2013·2013-05-22

    Varian Segmented Cylinder Applicator Set Recalled for Potential Slippage During Treatment

    Varian Medical Systems is recalling 21 Segmented Cylinder Applicator Sets used for brachytherapy because they may slip during treatment, causing radiation to be delivered to areas outside the target.

    Product
    Segmented Cylinder Applicator Set, Model # GM11004150, when used for Pulsed Dose Rate (PDR) Product Usage: Usage: Used during pulsed dose rate brachytherapy to treat vaginal and rectal cancer.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1188-2013·2013-05-08

    GE Healthcare Recalls CT Scanners Due to Heat Exchanger Bolt Defect

    GE Healthcare is recalling 166 CT scanners because improperly torqued heat exchanger bolts may cause parts to detach and spill oil.

    Product
    GE, VCT for Discovery VCT, Discovery RX VCT, and Discovery PET/CT 690, Lightspeed VCT, Discovery CT750HD. Intended to produce cross-sectional images of the body by computer reconstruction of x-ray transmission.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1186-2013·2013-05-08

    Discus Dental Recalls SL3 Soft-Tissue Laser Due to Fiber Breakage

    Discus Dental LLC is recalling 150 SL3 Soft-Tissue Lasers because the fiber optic system contains a fragile glass filament that broke near the handpiece.

    Product
    SL3 SOFT-TISSUE Laser (Model LR2002); Manuf: Discus Dental, LLC, 8550 Higuera Street, Culver City CA 90232. The SL3 is a soft-tissue diode laser intended to be used for dental procedures
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0999-2013·2013-05-08

    Trophy CareStream Dental CS 2100 X-ray System Recalled for Defective Connector

    Trophy Sas is recalling CareStream Dental CS 2100 X-ray systems due to a bent connector causing poor contact in the high-tension transformer power pin.

    Product
    CareStream Dental CS 2100 X-ray system Product Usage: The expected usage (intended use) for all of these products is for dental radiographic examination and diagnosis of the teeth, jaw and oral structures.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighNHTSA·13V168000·2013-04-30

    Jayco Recalls 2013-2014 Recreational Vehicles Due to Awning Motor Defect

    Jayco is recalling 2,491 recreational vehicles because a damaged awning motor may cause the awning to unfurl unexpectedly, increasing the risk of injury or a crash.

    Product
    JAYCO — JAYCO OCTANE, EAGLE, JAY FLIGHT BUNGALOW, JAY FLIGHT DESTINATION
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-1117-2013·2013-04-24

    Hospira GemStar Infusion Pump Recall for Potential Over-Infusion

    Hospira is recalling GemStar infusion pumps because the motor may rotate backwards during low-rate infusions, causing the device to deliver too much medication.

    Product
    The GemStar Pump is a small and lightweight, single channel infusion device designed for use in the home, in the hospital, or anywhere electronic infusion is required. The GemStar Pump can be powered by AC mains adaptor, rechargeable battery pack, docking station, or two disposab
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-1116-2013·2013-04-24

    Hospira GemStar Infusion Pump Recall for Potential Over-Infusion Risk

    Hospira is recalling GemStar infusion pumps because the motor may rotate backwards during low-rate infusions, potentially causing over-infusion of medication.

    Product
    The GemStar Pump is a small and lightweight, single channel infusion device designed for use in the home, in the hospital, or anywhere electronic infusion is required. The GemStar Pump can be powered by AC mains adaptor, rechargeable battery pack, docking station, or two disposab
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-1128-2013·2013-04-24

    SR Instruments FG3105 Patient Scales Recalled Due to Load Cell Failures

    SR Instruments is recalling 806 FG3105 patient scales used with Joerns Healthcare lifters after two load cell failures caused patient falls.

    Product
    SR Instruments FG3105 Patient Scales Used on various Joerns Healthcare Patient Lifters. Model# FG3105 Patient Scales. Product Usage: The FG3105 Scale is designed for Joerns Healthcare for use in portable patient weighing systems. The scale is designed to be connected betwe
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-1066-2013·2013-04-17

    Stelkast Cross-over Acetabular Shell and Liner Hip System Recalled

    Stelkast Co is recalling 254 units of the Cross-over Acetabular Shell and Liner Hip System due to difficulty engaging and securing the liner.

    Product
    Stelkast Cross-over Acetabular Shell and Liner Hip System, Part Numbers SC3458-52, SC3474-52, SC3459-52, and SC3460-52. Intended for use in reconstruction of the articulating surface of the acetabular portion of the hip.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-1078-2013·2013-04-17

    GE Healthcare Recalls Infinia Nuclear Medicine Systems Due to Mechanical Failure Risk

    GE Healthcare is recalling Infinia Nuclear Medicine Systems because a mechanical defect could cause the detector to slide, posing a risk to patients and operators.

    Product
    GE Healthcare Quasar Nuclear Medicine System, Hawkeye Option and Hawkeye 4 Option for Dual-Head Variable Angle Gamma Camera. Nuclear Medicine imaging systems. Recall includes all Infinia systems, all configurations.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1072-2013·2013-04-17

    Elekta Precise Treatment Table Recalled for Column Rotation Defect

    Elekta, Inc. is recalling 443 Precise Treatment Tables because the column rotation can accidentally move from its locked position during radiation therapy.

    Product
    Precise Treatment Table. To be used as part of radiation therapy treatment process.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1079-2013·2013-04-17

    Thermo Fisher CO2 Incubators Recalled for Hinge Failure

    Thermo Fisher Scientific is recalling 15,567 CO2 incubators manufactured before mid-2009 because their coated metal hinges have reportedly failed in the field.

    Product
    CO2 Incubators (General Purpose Incubator), model numbers 370, 371, 380, 381, 3307, 3308, 3310, 3311, 3540, 3541, 3542, 3543, 3584, 3585, 3598, and 3599. Product Usage: Incubators are designed to maintain an optimal environment for the incubation of tissue and cell samples. T
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1061-2013·2013-04-17

    Stryker Recalls Baseplate Impactor Extractor Instruments Due to Handle Detachment

    Stryker Howmedica Osteonics is recalling 871 Baseplate Impactor Extractor instruments because the handle may detach from the cam during surgery.

    Product
    Stryker Orthopaedics Baseplate Impactor Extractor TRIATHLON Instruments. Howmedica Osteonics Corp. 325 Corporate Drive, Mahwah, NJ 07430 USA A subsidiary of Stryker Corporation. Made in USA. Stryker France ZAC Satolas Green Pusignan Av de Satolas Green 69881 MEYZIEU Cedex
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0998-2013·2013-04-03

    Advanced Sterilization Products Recalls STERRAD 200 System Carriage Units

    Advanced Sterilization Products is recalling STERRAD 200 System Carriages because they may become dislodged under excessive load.

    Product
    STERRAD 200 System Carriage, P/N 10208. Used as a tool to expedite loading and unloading processed items from a STERRAD 200 sterilizer.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide