Hazard

Microbial Contamination recalls

1,320 recalls in our database tag this hazard, drawn from FDA, USDA FSIS, CPSC, and NHTSA source notices.

What the numbers show

Total: 1,320
Critical: 313
Severe: 670
Most recent: 2026-09-09

Of the 1,320 microbial contamination recalls we have scored against our rubric, 313 (24%) are Critical — deaths or serious injuries reported, or the agency’s own highest classification — and 670 (51%) are Severe.

Which agencies issued them

About this hazard tag

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151–175 of 1320

HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1244-2023·2023-03-22
BD Ultra-Fine II insulin syringes recalled for sterility defect
Becton Dickinson recalled 1,472,400 BD Ultra-Fine II insulin syringes due to a sterility defect. The nonsterile syringes pose a risk of local infection at injection sites.
Product
BD Ultra-Fine II Insulin Syringe 0.5mL, 8mm, 30G-Insulin Syringes are designed for administering insulin in the treatment of diabetes mellitus. Catalog Number: 326725
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1241-2023·2023-03-22
BD Insulin Syringes Recalled for Potential Nonsterile Condition
Becton Dickinson & Company is recalling 1.17 million BD Ultra-Fine Insulin Syringes due to a nonsterile manufacturing defect that could expose patients to pathogenic microorganisms and increase infection risk.
Product
BD Ultra-Fine Insulin Syringe 1mL, 6mm, 31G-Insulin Syringes are designed for administering insulin in the treatment of diabetes mellitus. Catalog Number: 326678
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0357-2023·2023-03-08
FDA Recalls Norepinephrine Injection Due to Sterility Concerns
Nephron Sterile Compounding Center is recalling Norepinephrine Bitartrate injection nationwide due to lack of sterility assurance. The recall affects 305,895 bottles across 13 lots.
Product
Norepinephrine Bitartrate in 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, USP, 4 mg/250 mL (16 mcg/mL*), 250 mL Single-Dose Container bottle, packaged in 15 IV Bottles per carton, Rx Only, Nephron 503B Outsourcing Facility, 4500 12th St. Extension, West Columbia, SC 29172, NDC 69374-319-25.
Category
Drug
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1132-2023·2023-02-22
Olympus colonovideoscope recalled for potential microbial contamination from veterinary use
An Olympus EVIS EXERA III colonovideoscope was used in veterinary endoscopy before being designated as a medical facility loaner, creating potential for microbial contamination.
Product
EVIS EXERA III Colonovideoscope-For endoscopy and endoscopic surgery within the lower digestive tract (including the anus, rectum, sigmoid colon, colon, and ileocecal valve) Model/Serial: CF-Q180AL
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0320-2023·2023-02-22
TPN parenteral nutrition bags recalled due to lack of sterility
Sentara Infusion Services is recalling 31 TPN bags due to lack of sterility assurance. The recalled bags with Beyond Use Dates December 24–31, 2022, were dispensed nationwide to patients.
Product
TPN (a) 115GM/AA, 215GM/DEX, 25GM/LIP 1150ML, (b)90GM/AA, 215GM/DEX, 25GM/LIP 1150ML, (c) TPN AA: 100GM DEX: 105GM 2700ML, (d) TPN AA: 100GM DEX: 105GM LIP: 45GM 2700ML, (e) TPN: AA100GM ; DEX185GM ; LIP50GM IN 1500ML, (f) TPN: AA 150GM ; DEX 220GM ; LIP 45GM IN 2400 ml, (g) TPN
Category
Drug
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
CriticalFDA (Drugs)·D-0244-2023·2023-02-08
Easy Care first aid burn cream recalled for microbial contamination
Easy Care first aid burn cream distributed nationwide and in Canada is recalled due to FDA-detected contamination with Bacillus lichenformis and Bacillus sonorensis. The product should not be used.
Product
Easy Care first aid Burn Cream (benzalkonium chloride 0.13% and lidocaine hydrochloride 0.5%), 0.9 g (0.03 oz) packets packaged in boxes of 10, Treatment for Burns, Made in China for Adventure Ready Brands, 944 Industrial Park Rd., Littleton, NH 03561, NDC 90107-0210, Product # 9
Category
Drug
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0253-2023·2023-02-08
Easy Care First Aid Kit Recalled for Microbial Contamination
The FDA is recalling Easy Care First Aid kits containing After Burn Cream due to microbial contamination. The affected product was distributed nationwide and in Canada with lot number W06H15 (expiration August 15, 2024).
Product
Easy Care First Aid 10 Person 2009 ANSI, First Aid Kit, containing Easy Care first aid After Burn Cream 0.9 g packets, Product # 9999-2131
Category
Drug
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0251-2023·2023-02-08
FDA Recalls Easy Care First Aid Kit for Bacterial Contamination
The FDA is recalling Easy Care First Aid Kits with contaminated After Burn Cream packets distributed nationwide and in Canada. Lab testing identified Bacillus lichenformis and Bacillus sonorensis contamination.
Product
Easy Care First Aid 25 Person 2009 ANSI, First Aid Kit, containing Easy Care first aid After Burn Cream 0.9 g packets, Product # 9999-2132
Category
Drug
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0999-2023·2023-01-25
R&D CBC-3D Hematology Control Recalled for Potential Microbial Contamination
R&D Systems is recalling one lot of CBC-3D Hematology Control due to potential microbial contamination that may cause hemolysis or deterioration in the Normal control level.
Product
R&D CBC-3D Hematology Control: (1) CBC-3D Normal Pack Hematology Control, REF 3D501, containing 10 x 2.0mL Control N; (2) CBC-3D TRI PACK Hematology Control, REF 3D503, containing 4 x 2.0 mL Controls L, N, and H; (3) CBC-3D for Mythic 18 Hematology Control, REF 3D503RX,
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0766-2023·2022-12-28
Lamaze Chill Teether Recalled for Potential Microbial Growth in Fluid
Lamaze Chill Teether teething rings are being recalled due to potential microbial growth in the internal fluid. This poses an infection risk, particularly for children with weakened immune systems.
Product
Lamaze Chill Teether, Fluid-Filled Teething Ring, Model No. Y5288L
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Food)·F-1769-2022·2022-09-28
Riced Sweet Potato and Cauliflower Recalled for Inadequate Sanitization
Russ Davis Wholesale recalls riced sweet potato and cauliflower products sold under Crazy Fresh, quick & easy, and private labels due to inadequate sanitizer in wash water. Products distributed across six Midwest states.
Product
Riced Sweet Potato & Cauliflower. Keep Refrigerated. Item 80998. Net Wt. 12 oz. Packed under brands: Crazy Fresh, quick & easy, and grocery store branded.
Category
Food
Distribution
6 states
HighFDA (Food)·F-1781-2022·2022-09-28
Summer Party Fruit Bowl Recalled Due to Inadequate Sanitation
Russ Davis Wholesale is recalling Summer Party Fruit Bowl products distributed across six Midwestern states due to inadequate sanitizer in wash water, which could allow bacterial contamination.
Product
Summer Party Fruit Bowl. Contains: Cantaloupe, Watermelon, Grapes, Strawberries, Blueberries. Water Keep Refrigerated. Item 89296. Net Wt. 64 oz. Kowalski's Markets.
Category
Food
Distribution
6 states
HighFDA (Food)·F-1770-2022·2022-09-28
Sunset Fruit Bowl Recalled Due to Inadequate Sanitizer in Wash Water
Russ Davis Wholesale is recalling Sunset Fruit Bowl because of inadequate sanitizer in the wash water used during processing. The recall affects 87,915 units sold in Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Wisconsin.
Product
Sunset Fruit Bowl. Contains: Pineapple, Honeydew, Cantaloupe, Grapes, Blueberries, Strawberries. Keep Refrigerated. Item 81109. Net Wt. 3.5 lbs. Packed under grocery store brands.
Category
Food
Distribution
6 states
HighFDA (Food)·F-1756-2022·2022-09-28
Strawberry Parfait recalled due to inadequate wash water sanitizer
Russ Davis Wholesale is recalling Strawberry Parfait products due to inadequate sanitizer in wash water. The affected products were sold under Crazy Fresh and Kowalski's Markets brands and distributed in Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Wisconsin.
Product
Strawberry Parfait, Net Wt. 6 oz (170 g) Keep Refrigerated. Packaged under the following brands: 1. Item 80730 Crazy Fresh, or quick & easy. UPC 95631-80730 2. Item 80735 Kowalski's Markets. UPC 95631-80735
Category
Food
Distribution
6 states
HighFDA (Food)·F-1775-2022·2022-09-28
Vegetable trays recalled for inadequate wash water sanitization
Russ Davis Wholesale is recalling vegetable trays due to inadequate sanitizer in wash water. Approximately 87,915 units distributed to six Midwestern states are affected.
Product
Vegetable Tray with Veggie Dip. Contains: Carrots, Celery, Cauliflower, Broccoli, Dill Dip. Keep Refrigerated. Net Wt. 3 lbs. Item 82720. Packaged in the following brands Crazy Fresh, quick & easy, and grocery store brands.
Category
Food
Distribution
6 states
HighFDA (Food)·F-1752-2022·2022-09-28
5 Fruit Blend Recalled Due to Inadequate Sanitization in Wash Water
Russ Davis Wholesale is recalling 5 Fruit Blend products sold across six Midwestern states due to inadequate sanitizer in wash water, which may increase contamination risk.
Product
5 Fruit Blend. Contains: Cantaloupe, Honeydew, Pineapple, Red Grapes, Strawberries. Packaged in the following brands and sizes: 1. Item 80520. Net Wt. 14 oz. Crazy Fresh 2. Item 80845. Net Wt 12 oz. Crazy Fresh, quick & easy, and grocery store branded. 3. Item 8086
Category
Food
Distribution
6 states
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-1777-2022·2022-09-28
Summer Daze fruit salad recalled due to inadequate wash water sanitization
Russ Davis Wholesale LLC is recalling Summer Daze fruit mixture products sold at Kowalski's Markets in the Midwest due to inadequate sanitizer used in wash water during processing.
Product
Summer Daze. Contains: Cantaloupe, Watermelon, Pineapple, Grapes, Blueberries. Keep Refrigerated. Packaged in the following brands and sizes: 1. Item 89270. Net Wt. 16 oz. Kowalski's Markets. 2. Item 89279. Net Wt. 40 oz. Kowalski's Markets.
Category
Food
Distribution
6 states
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-1754-2022·2022-09-28
Strawberry, Blueberry, and Blackberry Products Recalled for Inadequate Wash Sanitizer
Russ Davis Wholesale is recalling strawberry, blueberry, and blackberry products sold under brands including Crazy Fresh and Kowalski's Markets due to inadequate sanitizer in wash water. Products with use-by dates of July 9 through August 2, 2022, are affected.
Product
Strawberry, Blueberry, and Blackberry packaged in the following brands and sizes: 1. Item 80610. Triple Berry Blend Net Wt. 14 oz. Crazy Fresh 2. Item 80867. Triple Berry Blend Net Wt 20 oz. Crazy Fresh, quick & easy, and grocery store branded. 3. Item 89272. Berry
Category
Food
Distribution
6 states
CriticalFDA (Drugs)·D-1509-2022·2022-09-21
Walgreens Dye-Free Magnesium Citrate Laxative Recalled for Microbial Contamination
Vi-Jon, LLC is recalling Walgreens Dye-Free Magnesium Citrate Saline Laxative due to microbial contamination of the non-sterile product. Approximately 29,172 bottles distributed nationwide in the USA, Canada, and Panama are affected.
Product
Walgreens, Dye-Free, Magnesium Citrate, SALINE LAXATIVE, Oral Solution, (1.745 g/fl oz), Lemon Flavor, 10 FL OZ (296 mL), Distributed By: Walgreen Co. 200 Wilmot Rd., Deerfield, IL 60015, NDC 0363-8166-38 UPC 3 11917 20160 3 (green label)
Category
Drug
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
CriticalFDA (Drugs)·D-1504-2022·2022-09-21
Meijer Magnesium Citrate Laxative Recalled for Microbial Contamination
Meijer brand magnesium citrate laxative (10 fl oz) has been recalled nationwide due to microbial contamination of Lot 0557622. Consumers should discard or return the product.
Product
meijer, magnesium citrate Saline Laxative, Oral Solution, (1.745 g/fl oz), Lemon Flavor, 10 FL OZ (296 mL), Dist. By Meijer Distribution, Inc. Grand Rapids, MI 49544; NDC 41250-708-38 UPC 7 13733 45945 7
Category
Drug
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
CriticalFDA (Drugs)·D-1500-2022·2022-09-21
CVS Health Magnesium Citrate Saline Laxative recalled for microbial contamination
CVS Health Magnesium Citrate Saline Laxative is being recalled due to potential microbial contamination of the non-sterile product. Approximately 241,086 bottles were distributed nationwide.
Product
CVS Health, Magnesium Citrate SALINE LAXATIVE, Oral Solution, (1.745 g/fl oz), Lemon Flavor, 10 FL OZ (296 mL), a) UPC 0 50428 30594 2; b) UPC 0 50428 33517 8; Distributed by: CVS Pharmacy, Inc., One CVS Drive, Woonsocket, RI 02895.
Category
Drug
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
CriticalFDA (Drugs)·D-1506-2022·2022-09-21
FDA Recalls Citroma Magnesium Citrate Laxative for Microbial Contamination
Citroma magnesium citrate laxative is recalled due to microbial contamination. The FDA Class I recall affects 42,912 bottles distributed in the USA, Canada, and Panama.
Product
CITROMA — CITROMA (MAGNESIUM CITRATE)
Category
Drug
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-1502-2022·2022-09-21
FDA Recalls CITROMA Magnesium Citrate for Microbial Contamination
Vi-Jon, LLC is recalling CITROMA magnesium citrate oral laxative solution due to microbial contamination. The affected product was distributed nationwide in the USA, Canada, and Panama.
Product
CITROMA — CITROMA (MAGNESIUM CITRATE)
Category
Drug
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-1505-2022·2022-09-21
Magnesium Citrate Laxative Recalled Due to Microbial Contamination
Vi-Jon's Magnesium Citrate oral solution laxative is recalled nationwide due to microbial contamination. Approximately 8,682 bottles are affected.
Product
MAGNESIUM CITRATE — MAGNESIUM CITRATE (MAGNESIUM CITRATE)
Category
Drug
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-1507-2022·2022-09-21
SWAN Citroma Saline Laxative Recalled for Microbial Contamination
Vi-Jon is recalling SWAN Citroma Magnesium Citrate Saline Laxative (10 FL OZ bottles) due to microbial contamination of a non-sterile product. The product was distributed nationwide in the USA, Canada, and Panama.
Product
SWAN, Citroma MAGNESIUM CITRATE, Saline Laxative, Oral Solution, (1.745 g/fl oz), Lemony Flavor, 10 FL OZ (296 mL), Distributed by: Vi-Jon, Inc. One Swan Drive Smyrna, TN 37167; NDC 0869-0166-38 UPC 0 72785 13405 8
Category
Drug
Distribution
Distributed nationwide