The Recall Desk

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

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1526–1550 of 1604

  • ModerateFDA (Food)·F-1821-2013·2013-08-28

    Plum Organics Mighty 4 Nutrition Blend Recalled for Seal Defects

    Plum Inc. is recalling 81,347 cases of Mighty 4 Essential nutrition blend pouches due to intermittent ineffective hermetic seals that may lead to spoilage.

    Product
    Plum Organics Mighty 4 Essential nutrition blend; Sweet Potato Blueberry Millet , Greek yogurt in 4 oz pouch. Six pouches per box. USDA Organic. Selling case USPC: 846675003416; Case USPC:00846675003539 Distributed by Plum Inc., Emeryville, CA.
    Category
    Food
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Food)·F-1820-2013·2013-08-28

    Plum Organics Mighty 4 Nutrition Blend Recalled for Seal Defects

    Plum Inc. is recalling Mighty 4 Essential nutrition blend pouches due to intermittent ineffective hermetic seals that may allow spoilage.

    Product
    Plum Organics Mighty 4 Essential nutrition blend; Spinach, Kiwi, Barley, Greek yogurt in 4 oz pouch. Six pouches per box. USDA Organic. Selling case USPC: 846675003447; Case UPC: 00846675003560 Distributed by Plum Inc., Emeryville, CA.
    Category
    Food
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1939-2013·2013-08-21

    Atrium Medical Recalls C-QUR TacShield Mesh Due to Packaging Adhesion

    Atrium Medical Corporation is recalling C-QUR TacShield Mesh units because the coated mesh can adhere to the inner packaging liner when exposed to high humidity.

    Product
    C-QUR TacShield Mesh (All sizes and shapes). Intended for use in soft tissue deficiencies.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1936-2013·2013-08-21

    Atrium Medical Recalls C-QUR Mesh Due to Packaging Adhesion Issues

    Atrium Medical Corporation is recalling C-QUR Mesh products because the coated mesh can adhere to the inner packaging liner when exposed to high humidity.

    Product
    C-QUR Mesh (All Sizes, shapes). Intended for use in soft tissue deficiencies.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1938-2013·2013-08-21

    Atrium Medical Recalls C-QUR V-Patch Mesh Due to Adhesion Issues

    Atrium Medical Corporation is recalling C-QUR V-Patch Mesh units because the coated mesh may adhere to the inner packaging liner when exposed to high humidity.

    Product
    C-QUR V-Patch Mesh (All sizes and shapes). Intended for use in soft tissue deficiencies.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1937-2013·2013-08-21

    Atrium Medical Recalls C-QUR Edge Mesh Due to Packaging Adhesion

    Atrium Medical is recalling C-QUR Edge Mesh products because the coated mesh can adhere to the inner packaging liner when exposed to high humidity.

    Product
    C-QUR Edge Mesh (All sizes and shapes). Intended for use in soft tissue deficiencies.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Drugs)·D-843-2013·2013-08-14

    Novartis Recalls Excedrin Extra Strength Due to Unsealed Pouches

    Novartis is recalling Excedrin Extra Strength tablets in pouches that may not be fully sealed. The recall covers products distributed in the US, Puerto Rico, Brazil, and Panama.

    Product
    Excedrin Extra Strength (Acetaminophen 250 mg, Aspirin (NSAID) 250 mg and Caffeine 65 mg), a) 2-ct tablets in pouches b) boxes of 50/2-ct packages, Distributed by Novartis Consumer Health, Inc., Parsippany, NJ, NDC 0067 2030 02 Foreign packaging: c) Parsel Forte and d) Cibale
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Drugs)·D-844-2013·2013-08-14

    Novartis Recalls Excedrin Migraine Pouches Due to Incomplete Seals

    Novartis is recalling 10.6 million Excedrin Migraine pouches because the packaging may not be fully sealed, potentially compromising product integrity.

    Product
    Excedrin Migraine (Acetaminophen 250 mg, Aspirin (NSAID) 250 mg and Caffeine 65 mg), a) 2-count tablets packaged in pouches, Distributed by Novartis Consumer Health, Inc., Parsippany, NJ, NDC 0067 203 702 Foreign packaging: b) Excedrin Migrana (Acetaminophen 250 mg, Aspirin 2
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Drugs)·D-846-2013·2013-08-14

    Novartis Recalls Parsel Plus Pouches Due to Potential Sealing Defects

    Novartis is recalling 472,000 pouches of Parsel Plus in Brazil and Panama because the packaging may not be fully sealed.

    Product
    Parsel Plus (reference US product: Excedrin Tension Headache) (Acetaminophen 500 mg and Caffeine 65 mg), packaged in 2-count pouches, Distributed by Novartis Consumer Health, Inc., USA and Novartis Consumer Health S.A., Brazil, for Novartis de Venezuela. The foreign packagi
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • LowFDA (Drugs)·D-845-2013·2013-08-14

    Novartis Recalls No Doz Max Strength Caffeine Caplets Due to Packaging Defect

    Novartis Consumer Health is recalling No Doz Max Strength caplets because the pouches may not be fully sealed.

    Product
    No Doz, Max Strength (200 mg caffeine) caplets, 2-count caplets per pouch, Distributed by Novartis Consumer Health, Inc., Parsippany, NJ, NDC 0067 2070 02
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Drugs)·D-830-2013·2013-08-07

    Torrent Pharma Recalls Olanzapine Tablets Due to Defective Container

    Torrent Pharma Inc is recalling 18,721 bottles of Olanzapine Tablets 10 mg because the packaging filler material was not approved.

    Product
    Olanzapine Tablets, USP, 10 mg, Rx Only, 30 tablets per bottle, Mfd for: Prasco Laboratories, Mason OH, 45040, USA, Mfd by: Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd., Indrad-382 721, Dist. Mehsana India, NDC 66993-463-30
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1728-2013·2013-07-24

    Karl Storz Balloon Catheter Recalled for Potential Sterility Compromise

    Karl Storz Endoscopy America is recalling 27023WU Balloon Catheters because packaging defects may compromise sterility. The recall affects 40 units distributed to five US states.

    Product
    27023WU Balloon Catheter, 3 Fr., 2/pkg, sterile, contains latex. The RUSCH ureter occlusion catheter is indicated for the routine occlusion of the ureter to prevent the movement of stone fragments during treatment. The coaxial catheters will also allow simultaneous drainage
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    5 states
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1682-2013·2013-07-17

    Baxter Recalls Four Lead TUR Irrigation Sets Due to Packaging Pinholes

    Baxter Healthcare is recalling 356,728 units of Four Lead TUR irrigation sets because pinholes in the packaging could compromise sterile barrier properties.

    Product
    Four Lead TUR irrigation Set, for use with UROMATIC Plastic Containers, Product Code 2C4013 - Approximate Length 85" (2.2. m) Usage: Baxter irrigation sets are intended for the delivery of irrigating solutions from the fluid container to the irrigation site during bladder ir
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1684-2013·2013-07-17

    Baxter Recalls Arthroscopic Irrigation Sets Due to Packaging Pinholes

    Baxter Healthcare Corp. is recalling Four Lead Arthroscopic Irrigation Sets because pinholes in the packaging could compromise sterile barrier properties.

    Product
    Four Lead Arthroscopic Irrigation Set, for use with ARTHROMATIC Plastic Containers, Product Code 2C4031 -Approximate Length 99" (2.5. m) Usage: Baxter irrigation sets are intended for the delivery of irrigating solutions from the fluid container to the irrigation site during
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1683-2013·2013-07-17

    Baxter Arthroscopic Irrigation Sets Recalled Due to Packaging Pinholes

    Baxter Healthcare is recalling Two Lead Arthroscopic Irrigation Sets because pinholes in the packaging could compromise sterile barrier properties.

    Product
    Two Lead Arthroscopic Irrigation Set, for use with ARTHROMATIC Plastic Containers, Product Code 2C4030 - Approximate Length 98" (2.5. m) Usage: Baxter irrigation sets are intended for the delivery of irrigating solutions from the fluid container to the irrigation site during
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1637-2013·2013-07-10

    TPS Micro Reciprocating Rasp Recalled Due to Compromised Sterile Seal

    Surgical Instrument Service And Savings, Inc. is recalling four units of TPS Micro Reciprocating Small Tear Cross Cut Rasps because the sterile barrier seal may be compromised.

    Product
    TPS Micro Reciprocating Small Tear Cross Cut Rasp 5.0mm x 11mm Ref. 5100-37-113 Lot 122518, 122447. Orthopedic manual surgical instrument
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1626-2013·2013-07-10

    Surgical Suture Recall Due to Compromised Sterile Barrier Seal

    Surgical Instrument Service and Savings, Inc. is recalling GII QuickAnchor Plus sutures because the sterile barrier seal may be compromised, allowing product to fall out of the pouch.

    Product
    GII QuickAnchor Plus, ETHIBOND Polyester Suture, 36", double-Armed w/CP 2 Needles 2. Ref. 212034 Lot 123266 General and Plastic Surgery
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1643-2013·2013-07-10

    Surgical Instrument Service Recalls ENDOPATH Trocars Due to Compromised Sterile Seals

    Surgical Instrument Service and Savings, Inc. is recalling 259 ENDOPATH trocars and accessories because compromised sterile seals may allow product to fall out of the pouch.

    Product
    - ENDOPATH Resposable Bladeless Trocar, Non-Handled, w/Housing, 100mm, (Green) 10/11mm Ref. 511NA Lot 123215, 122647 - ENDOPATH Resposable Bladeless Trocar, Non-Handled, w/Housing, 100mm, (Orange) 5.0mm Ref. 35LNA Lot 123215, 122647 - ENDOPATH Resposable Trocar w/Dilating T
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1642-2013·2013-07-10

    Surgical Instrument Service And Savings Recalls Phacofragmentation System Tips

    Surgical Instrument Service And Savings, Inc. is recalling specific phacofragmentation system tips because the sterile barrier seal became compromised, allowing the product to fall out of the pouch.

    Product
    - Turbosonics Mini-Flared ABS Tip, 45 Degree OZil 12 Degree, (Purplish/ Pink) 0.9mm Ref. 8065751177 Lot 123215 - TurboSonics¿ Mini-Flared ABS¿ Tip, 20 Degree Tip Angle, 45¿ Kelman, (Purplish Pink/Silver) 0.9mm Ref. 8065750853 Lot 122590, 123372 - TurboSonics¿ Tapered ABS¿ M
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1644-2013·2013-07-10

    Harmonic ACE Curved Shear Recall Due to Compromised Sterile Seal

    Surgical Instrument Service And Savings, Inc. is recalling Harmonic ACE Curved Shears because the sterile seal may be compromised, allowing the product to fall out of the pouch.

    Product
    Harmonic ACE Ergonomically-Enhanced Curved Shear, Pistol Grip, Hand Controlled, (White) 5.0mm x 36cm Ref. ACE36E Lot 122295, 122308, 122762 Unclassified
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1627-2013·2013-07-10

    Surgical Instrument Service And Savings Recalls Scorpion Needles Due to Seal Compromise

    Surgical Instrument Service And Savings, Inc. is recalling specific lots of Scorpion Needles and Suture Passing Wires because the sterile barrier seal may be compromised, allowing product to fall out of the pouch.

    Product
    -Scorpion Needle, For Use With Scorpion Suture Passer, (Blue). Ref. AR-13990N Lot 123263 -SureFire Scorpion Needle (purple). Ref. AR-13991N Lot 123263 and 122279 -Suture Passing Wire. Ref. AR-1255-18 Lot 123190 Manual surgical instrument for general use.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Food)·F-1536-2013·2013-06-26

    Minute Maid Cranberry Apple Raspberry Juice Recall for Bottle Lip Damage

    Coca-Cola is recalling specific Minute Maid Cranberry Apple Raspberry juice bottles due to potential spoilage or damage to the bottle lip.

    Product
    MINUTE MAID CRANBERRY APPLE RASPBERRY Flavored Juice Beverage, 15.2 oz, plastic (PET) bottles, Produced for The Coca Cola Company, Atlanta, GA 30313 USA.
    Category
    Food
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Food)·F-1535-2013·2013-06-26

    Minute Maid Apple Juice Recalled for Potential Bottle Lip Damage

    Coca-Cola is recalling specific lots of Minute Maid Apple Juice because some bottles may have damaged lips or spoilage.

    Product
    MINUTE MAID APPLE JUICE, 100% Juice, 6/10 oz and 15.2 oz, plastic (PET) bottles, Produced for The Coca Cola Company, Atlanta, GA 30313 USA.
    Category
    Food
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Food)·F-1534-2013·2013-06-26

    Minute Maid Orange Juice Recalled for Potential Bottle Lip Damage

    Coca-Cola is recalling specific lots of Minute Maid Orange Juice in 10oz and 15.2oz bottles due to potential spoilage or damage to the bottle lip.

    Product
    MINUTE MAID ORANGE JUICE, 10oz and 15.2 oz plastic (PET) bottles, Produced for The Coca Cola Company, Atlanta, GA 30313 USA.
    Category
    Food
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide