Hazard

Packaging Defect recalls

1,604 recalls in our database tag this hazard, drawn from FDA, USDA FSIS, CPSC, and NHTSA source notices.

What the numbers show

Total: 1,604
Critical: 2
Severe: 82
Most recent: 2026-09-09

Of the 1,604 packaging defect recalls we have scored against our rubric, 2 (0%) are Critical — deaths or serious injuries reported, or the agency’s own highest classification — and 82 (5%) are Severe.

Which agencies issued them

About this hazard tag

Hazard tags are short, machine-readable labels we attach to every recall to make cross-cutting queries possible — “all packaging defect 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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1326–1350 of 1604

ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0844-2015·2014-12-31
Advanced Sterilization Products Recalls STERRAD 200 Cassettes Due to Leak Indicator Defect
Advanced Sterilization Products is recalling STERRAD 200 cassettes because the leak indicator on the packaging may not function properly after exposure to hydrogen peroxide.
Product
STERRAD 200, Product Code 10118 The STERRAD Cassettes are used on STERRAD Sterilization System which is a low temperature general purpose sterilizer used to sterilize heat and moisture sensitive reusable medical devices.
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
0 states
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0846-2015·2014-12-31
Advanced Sterilization Products Recalls STERRAD 100NX Cassettes Due to Leak Indicator Defect
Advanced Sterilization Products is recalling STERRAD 100NX cassettes because the leak indicator on the packaging may not function properly after exposure to hydrogen peroxide.
Product
STERRAD 100NX, Product Code 10144 The STERRAD Cassettes are used on STERRAD Sterilization System which is a low temperature general purpose sterilizer used to sterilize heat and moisture sensitive reusable medical devices.
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
0 states
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0805-2015·2014-12-24
AMS Monarc Subfascial Hammock Kits Recalled for Packaging Integrity Concerns
American Medical Systems is recalling Monarc + and Monarc C Subfascial Hammock kits because routine testing showed the sterile packaging might fail during extreme shipping.
Product
AMS Monarc + Subfascial Hammock with Tensioning Suture REF 72404193 and AMS Monarc C Subfascial Hammock with Tensioning Suture REF 72404195, Sterilized Using Ethylene Oxide. The Monarc + and Monarc C subfascial hammocks are sterile, single use procedure kits, each consisting o
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0806-2015·2014-12-24
American Medical Systems Recalls AdVance Male Sling Systems Due to Packaging Defects
American Medical Systems is recalling AdVance Male Sling Systems because sterile barrier packaging may fail during extreme shipping and handling.
Product
AdVance"Male Sling System, REF 720088-01 & AdVance" XP Male Sling System REF 720163-01 (not commercially available in the US) The AdVance Male Sling System consists of two, sterile single-use surgical instruments called helical needle passers and a mesh sling with attache
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0504-2015·2014-12-10
Teleflex Medical Recalls Aquapak Nebulizer Adaptors Due to Sterility Concerns
Teleflex Medical is recalling Aquapak Nebulizer Adaptors because packaging seals may be open or weak, potentially compromising the sterility of the devices.
Product
Aquapak Adaptor, 028 NEB, INTL, Product No. 403128; Aquapak Adaptor, 033 NEB, INTL, Product No. 403133; Aqaupak Nebulizer Adaptor 028, Sterile, Shelfpak, Product No. 031-28 & 031-28F, Aqaupak Nebulizer Adaptor 033, Sterile, Shelfpak, Product No. 031-33; Aqaupak Nebulizer Adaptor
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0505-2015·2014-12-10
Teleflex Medical Recalls Aquapak Nebulizer Adaptors Due to Seal Integrity Concerns
Teleflex Medical is recalling Aquapak nebulizer adaptors because packaging seals may be open or weak, potentially affecting the sterility of the device.
Product
Aqauapak 728 SW, 760 ML W/028 Adaptor, Intl, Product No. 403728; Aqauapak 1028 SW, 1070 ML/W028 Adaptor, Intl, Product No. 404128; Aqauapak 428 SW, 440 ML W/028 Adaptor, Intl, Product No. 404428; Aquapak 728 SW, 760 ML W/028 Adaptor, Product No. 037-28; Aquapak SW/EAU Sterile, 76
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0483-2015·2014-12-03
Beevers Cannulaide Respirator Recalled for Improper Pouch Seal
Beevers Manufacturing recalled Cannulaide respirators due to improper pouch seals that could affect device shelf life.
Product
Cannulaide, Model 101, 102, 103. Respirator. The Cannulaide product is composed of die-cut hydrocolloid-coated polyurethane film with an integral hook strip (i.e., Velcro) to allow for the use of a loop material to help secure a nasal interface. The Cannulaide is applied
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
7 states
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0132-2015·2014-11-05
Maquet Cardiovascular Recalls Cardiac Surgery Systems Due to Tyvek Pouch Defects
Maquet Cardiovascular is recalling specific cardiac surgery systems because internal findings identified pinholes or cuts in Tyvek pouches within the vacuum tubing sets.
Product
Acrobat V Vacuum Off-Pump System OM-9100S Acrobat SUV Vacuum Off-Pump System OM-9000S Axius Xpose 3 Access Device XP-3000 XPOSE 4 Access Device XP-4000 Acrobat V Vacuum Off-Pump System Each Acrobat V Vacuum Off-Pump system is intended for use during performance of c
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0124-2015·2014-11-05
Cook Medical Recalls Spirotome Soft-Tissue Biopsy Needle Sets
Cook Medical is voluntarily recalling Spirotome Soft-Tissue Biopsy Needle Sets because protective caps may have dislodged inside the packaging.
Product
Spirotome" Soft-Tissue Biopsy Needle Set. The Spirotome Biopsy Needle Set includes a two-part introducer needle that consists of a cutting cannula and a trocar stylet, a helical-tip biopsy needle that has been sized to fit through the lumen of the cutting cannula. The Spirotom
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0100-2015·2014-10-29
Gyrus Medical Recalls Sterile Surgical Forceps and Scissors Due to Seal Defects
Gyrus Medical is recalling specific sterile surgical forceps and scissors because a packaging anomaly may compromise the sterile barrier.
Product
GYRUS ACMI, REF 3345 -Everest BiCOAG MOLly Forceps 5mm/45cm REF 3345PK - PKS MOLly Forceps 5mm/45cm REF 3640 -Everest BiCOAG Macro Jaw Forceps 5mm/45cm REF 3640PK- PKS Macro Jaw Forceps 5mm/45cm REF 3844- Everest BiCOAG LP Scissors 5mm/45cm REF 910010PK- PKS MOLly Forceps 5m
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
22 states
HighFDA (Food)·F-0037-2015·2014-10-22
Bumble Bee Jalapeno Albacore Tuna Recalled for Pouch Seal Defects
Bumble Bee Foods is recalling Jalapeno Albacore Tuna pouches due to seal defects that could allow contamination by pathogens.
Product
Bumble Bee Jalapeno Albacore Tuna with Jalapeno & Olive Oil, Net Wt. 2.5oz, UPC 5763800428
Category
Food
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0066-2015·2014-10-22
Arrow Select Kits Recalled Due to Potential Sterility Compromise
Arrow International is recalling Select Kits and Maximal Barrier Precautions Kits containing BD Posiflush syringes because open seals may compromise sterility.
Product
Arrow Select Kits (ASK) and Maximal Barrier Precautions Kits (CDC) with BD Medical Posiflush 10mL Saline Flush Syringe.
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Food)·F-0033-2015·2014-10-22
Bumble Bee Albacore Tuna Recalled for Pouch Seal Defects
Bumble Bee Foods is recalling specific codes of pouched Albacore tuna due to seal defects that could allow contamination by spoilage organisms or pathogens.
Product
Bumble Bee Prime Fillet Albacore Tuna with Sundried Tomatoes and Olive Oil, Net Wt. 2.5oz, UPC 8660024013
Category
Food
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0036-2015·2014-10-15
Navilyst Medical Recalls PICC Kits Due to Potential Sterility Compromise
Navilyst Medical is recalling specific PICC Convenience Kits because they contain BD syringes with open seals that may affect sterility.
Product
PICC Convenience Kit with Accessories, BioFlo PICC with ENDEXO and PASV Valve Technology, 4F-55 cm SINGLE LUMEN, UPN Product No. H96560M0224751, REF/Catalog No. 60M022475, STERILE --- Indicated for short or long-term peripheral access to the central venous system for intrave
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0025-2015·2014-10-15
Navilyst Medical Recalls BioFlo PICC Kits Due to Syringe Seal Issues
Navilyst Medical is recalling specific BioFlo PICC kits because they contain BD syringes with open seals that may compromise sterility.
Product
BioFlo PICC with ENDEXO Technology Maximal Barrier Nursing Kit, 3F-55 cm, UPN Product No. H965750231, REF/Catalog No. 75-023, STERILE --- Intended for short or long term peripheral access to the central venous system for intravenous therapy, including but not limited to, the
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0033-2015·2014-10-15
Navilyst Medical Recalls PICC Kits Due to Potential Sterility Compromise
Navilyst Medical is recalling specific PICC Convenience Kits because they contain BD syringes with open seals that may affect sterility.
Product
PICC Convenience Kit with Accessories, BioFlo PICC with ENDEXO and PASV Valve Technology, 4F-55 cm SINGLE LUMEN, UPN Product No. H96560M0501981, REF/Catalog No. 60M050198, STERILE --- Intended for short or long-term peripheral access to the central venous system for intraven
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0035-2015·2014-10-15
Navilyst Medical Recalls PICC Kits Due to Potential Sterility Issues
Navilyst Medical is recalling specific PICC Convenience Kits because they contain BD syringes with open seals that may compromise sterility.
Product
PICC Convenience Kit with Accessories, BioFlo PICC with ENDEXO Technology, 5F-55 cm DUAL LUMEN, UPN Product No. H96560M0367051, REF/Catalog No. 60M036705, STERILE --- Intended for short or long term peripheral access to the central venous system for intravenous therapy, incl
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0026-2015·2014-10-15
Navilyst Medical Recalls BioFlo PICC Kits Due to Syringe Seal Issues
Navilyst Medical is recalling specific BioFlo PICC kits because they contain BD syringes with open seals that may compromise sterility.
Product
BioFlo PICC with ENDEXO Technology and PASV Valve Technology Maximal Barrier Nursing Kit, 5F-55 cm, UPN Product No. H965750191, REF/Catalog No. 75-019, STERILE --- Indicated for short or long-term peripheral access to the central venous system for intravenous therapy, includin
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0030-2015·2014-10-15
Navilyst Medical Recalls PICC Kits Due to Potential Sterility Compromise
Navilyst Medical is recalling specific PICC Convenience Kits because they contain BD syringes with open seals that may affect sterility.
Product
PICC Convenience Kit with Accessories, BioFlo PICC with ENDEXO and PASV Valve Technology, 4F-55 cm SINGLE LUMEN, UPN Product No. H96560M1841541, REF/Catalog No. 60M184154, STERILE --- Navilyst Medical, Inc. 10 Glens Falls Technical Park Glens Falls, NY 12801
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
ModerateFDA (Drugs)·D-0010-2015·2014-10-15
VistaPharm Recalls Metoclopramide Oral Solution Due to Leaking Containers
VistaPharm is recalling 322,650 cups of Metoclopramide Oral Solution because the containers leak when inverted.
Product
METOCLOPRAMIDE ORAL SOLUTION, USP 5 mg/5 mL, (present as the hydrochloride), 10 mL cups, Rx only. Manufactured by VistaPharm Inc., Largo, FL 33771. NDC 66689-031-01.
Category
Drug
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0027-2015·2014-10-15
Navilyst Medical Recalls BioFlo PICC Kits Due to Syringe Seal Issues
Navilyst Medical is recalling BioFlo PICC kits because included BD syringes had open seals, potentially affecting sterility.
Product
BioFlo PICC with ENDEXO Technology Maximal Barrier Nursing Kit, 5F-55 cm, UPN Product No. H965750141, REF/Catalog No. 75-014, STERILE --- Intended for short or long term peripheral access to the central venous system for intravenous therapy, including but not limited to, the
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-2523-2014·2014-10-08
Goya Black Beans Recalled for Possible Can Seam Defect
Tradewind Foods is recalling Goya Black Beans due to a possible can seam defect that may compromise product integrity.
Product
Goya Black Beans Frijoles Negros 15.5 oz (439g)
Category
Food
Distribution
10 states
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-2528-2014·2014-10-08
Goya Pinto Beans Recalled for Possible Can Seam Defect
Tradewind Foods de Puerto Rico Inc. is recalling Goya Pinto Beans due to a possible can seam defect that may compromise product integrity.
Product
Goya Pinto Beans Habichuelas Pintas 15.5 oz. (439g)
Category
Food
Distribution
10 states
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-2527-2014·2014-10-08
Goya Red Kidney Beans Recalled for Possible Can Seam Defect
Tradewind Foods de Puerto Rico Inc. is recalling Goya Red Kidney Beans due to a possible can seam defect that may compromise product integrity.
Product
Goya Red Kidney Beans Habichuelas Coloradas 15.5 oz. (439 g)
Category
Food
Distribution
10 states
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-2532-2014·2014-10-08
Goya Small Red Beans Recalled for Possible Can Seam Defect
Tradewind Foods de Puerto Rico Inc. is recalling Goya Small Red Beans due to a possible can seam defect that may compromise product integrity.
Product
Goya Small Red Beans Habichuelas Coloradas Pequenas 15.5 OZ (439g)
Category
Food
Distribution
10 states