The Recall Desk

Hazard

Product Mix Up recalls

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

What the numbers show

Total
43
Critical
3
Severe
3
Most recent
2026-06-24

Of the 43 product mix up recalls we have scored against our rubric, 3 (7%) are Critical — deaths or serious injuries reported, or the agency’s own highest classification — and 3 (7%) are Severe.

Which agencies issued them

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1–25 of 43

  • HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0594-2026·2026-06-24

    Aripiprazole 30mg bottle contained voriconazole 50mg tablets instead

    Aripiprazole Tablets USP 30 mg from Ajanta Pharma are being recalled after a bottle containing Voriconazole Tablets 50 mg was labelled and distributed as aripiprazole. 6,143 bottles affected.

    Product
    ARIPIPRAZOLE — ARIPIPRAZOLE (ARIPIPRAZOLE)
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0532-2025·2025-07-23

    Lisinopril and hydrochlorothiazide bottle contained a foreign antiretroviral tablet

    Lisinopril and Hydrochlorothiazide Tablets 20 mg/12.5 mg are being recalled after a complaint that a sealed bottle contained a foreign tablet identified as atazanavir and ritonavir. 58,968 bottles affected.

    Product
    LISINOPRIL AND HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE — LISINOPRIL AND HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE (LISINOPRIL AND HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE)
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0525-2025·2025-07-23

    Omeprazole capsule bottle contained a foreign divalproex sodium tablet

    Omeprazole Delayed-release Capsules USP 20 mg are being recalled because a foreign Divalproex Sodium Extended-Release 250 mg tablet was found in a bottle. 1,476 bottles affected.

    Product
    OMEPRAZOLE — OMEPRAZOLE (OMEPRAZOLE)
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1957-2025·2025-06-18

    KWIK-STICK Quality Control Kit for Culture Media Swab Mix-Up

    Microbiologics Inc is recalling KWIK-STICK quality control kits because products were packaged with incorrect microorganism swabs, which may lead to delayed diagnosis of patient samples in clinical laboratories.

    Product
    KWIK-STICK, Quality control kit for culture media, Catalog Numbers 01065K, Oligella urethralis derived from ATCC¿ 17960; 0621K, Staphylococcus aureus derived from NCTC 12493
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0982-2025·2025-01-29

    Stryker 3.0MM Neuro Precision Head Recalled for Package Labeling Mismatch

    Stryker is recalling the 3.0MM Precision Neuro Match Head due to a packaging discrepancy where the device may not match the product label. Approximately 1,489 units distributed worldwide are affected, including lot numbers 22179047, 22179027, and 22160017.

    Product
    stryker 3.0MM Precision Neuro Match Head, REF 5820-107-530, used to cut bone and bone cement during neurosurgery
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0766-2025·2025-01-01

    EMPOWR 3D Knee Tibial Insert Package Mix-Up Causes Surgical Delays

    Encore Medical recalls EMPOWR 3D Knee Tibial Insert packages that may contain the wrong size implant (5R 16MM with 3R 14MM and vice versa), potentially delaying surgery. The recall affects 33 units nationwide.

    Product
    EMPOWR 3D Knee Tibial Insert, 5R 16MM, VE, REF: 342-16-705; EMPOWR 3D Knee Tibial Insert, 3R 14MM, VE, REF: 342-14-703
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0761-2025·2025-01-01

    EMPOWR 3D Knee Tibial Insert Recalled for Wrong Product in Package

    Encore Medical is recalling 9 units of EMPOWR 3D Knee Tibial Insert (Lot 076T1273A) because packages may contain an acetabular system instead of the intended knee insert, potentially causing surgical delays.

    Product
    EMPOWR 3D Knee Tibial Insert, 6R 10MM, VE, REF: 342-10-706
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-3128-2024·2024-09-18

    Medtronic Venous Cannulae: Wrong Product in Incorrect Packaging

    Medtronic Perfusion Systems is recalling 290 units of DLP Single Stage Venous Cannulae due to a manufacturing error where straight-tip cannulae were placed into packaging labeled for right-angle metal-tip cannulae.

    Product
    Medtronic DLP Single Stage Venous Cannulae with right angle metal tip, REF 67312
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0545-2024·2024-06-19

    Prescription Drug Recall: Phenazopyridine Tablets Contain Wrong Medication

    Winder Laboratories is recalling Phenazopyridine HCl tablets (Lot #1142404) due to a product mix-up where some bottles contain Phenobarbital tablets instead. No illnesses or injuries have been reported.

    Product
    PHENAZOPYRIDINE HYDROCHLORIDE — PHENAZOPYRIDINE HYDROCHLORIDE (PHENAZOPYRIDINE HYDROCHLORIDE)
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0866-2024·2024-02-07

    Surgical needle holders distributed with incorrect product labels

    Aesculap Inc is recalling 53 JACOBSON DUROGRIP TC micro needle holders that were shipped with incorrect product labels, which may cause delays during surgical procedures.

    Product
    MB362R - JACOBSON DUROGRIP TC Micro Needle Holder, straight, 8 3/4", (220 mm), "TC JACOBSON NDL HLD STR JAW 220MM";
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Drugs)·D-0140-2024·2023-12-13

    LET Gel Topical Anesthetic Recalled Due to Incorrect Product Formulation

    Right Value Drug Stores is recalling LET Gel topical anesthetic syringes nationwide due to incorrect product formulation. Patients should not use affected syringes and should consult their healthcare provider.

    Product
    LET Gel (Lidocaine HCL/Epinephrine Bitartrate/Tetracaine HCL 4%/0.18%/0.5% Topical Gel), Single-use Topical Syringe, 3mL syringe, 10/pack, Rx only, Carie Boyd Pharmaceuticals, 8400 Esters Blvd, Ste# 190, Irving, TX 75063, NDC73271-1003-1
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0285-2024·2023-11-15

    Dental Prophylaxis Cups Recalled Due to Wrong Product in Packaging

    One lot of Contra Gray Soft Turbo Plus dental prophylaxis cups may contain Contra Petite Web LF Soft Purple Cup dental angles instead. The recalled product was distributed in Indiana, Tennessee, and Missouri.

    Product
    CONTRA GRAY (soft) TURBO PLUS CUPS, REF 153112. Dental Prophylaxis Angles
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    3 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0103-2024·2023-10-18

    EMPOWR hip acetabular implant packaging incorrectly contains knee implant component

    Encore Medical recalled 20 units of EMPOWR Acetabular System hip implant liners after knee implant components were mistakenly placed in hip surgery packages. Surgeons using the wrong implant could receive an anatomically incompatible component.

    Product
    EMPOWR Acetabular System, Liner, 10¿ Hooded, HXe+, 40H, REF: 942-01-40H
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Drugs)·D-1147-2023·2023-09-13

    OTC Topical Cream Cartons May Contain Mislabeled Prescription Toothpaste

    Capsaicin Cream 0.025% cartons labeled as pain relief cream may contain Sodium Fluoride 1.1% prescription dental toothpaste instead. Consumers should verify product contents before use.

    Product
    CAPSAICIN — CAPSAICIN (CAPSAICIN)
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    0 states
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1697-2023·2023-06-14

    Fluoride Varnish Packaging Error: Wrong Flavor Variant in White Mint Package

    Young Dental Manufacturing is recalling Benco Dental iris 5% fluoride varnish packages labeled White Mint because they may contain Bubblegum varnish instead. The recall affects 344 boxes distributed to Florida, Nevada, and Pennsylvania.

    Product
    BencoDental iris 5% NaF varnish, WHITE MINT ITEM # 4323-635; cavity varnish
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    3 states
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0868-2023·2023-06-07

    Pediatric Cough Suppressant G-SUPRESS DX Recalled Due to Product Mix-Up

    G-SUPRESS DX pediatric drops are being recalled due to a product mix-up: an incorrect product was found inside some cartons in Puerto Rico. The recall affects 9,077 bottles (Lot D20911, expires Oct/25).

    Product
    G-SUPRESS DX — G-SUPRESS DX (DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE, GUAIFENESIN, PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE)
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    1 state
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1170-2023·2023-03-08

    Bone fixation plates recalled due to product packaging mix-up

    Wright Medical Technology is recalling ORTHOLOC 3DSi CLAW II bone fixation plates due to packaging mix-up in specific lots. Packages contained incorrect product codes.

    Product
    ORTHOLOC 3DSi CLAW II 4 HOLE Plate, Size 25MM, REF 40241425, Bone fixation device
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0276-2023·2023-02-22

    MicroPort Recalls Evolution MP Tibial Bases Due to Wrong Size in Packaging

    MicroPort Orthopedics is recalling lot 1916715 of EVOLUTION MP Tibial Bases (size 7) due to a packaging error where the wrong-sized implant component was found in a package. A confirmed incident involved discovery during surgery.

    Product
    EVOLUTION MP Tibial Bases, Size 7 LEFT, REF ETPKN7SL, knee tibial base
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    0 states
  • HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0090-2023·2023-01-04

    Ganciclovir injection vials contain mislabeled cladribine vials in cartons

    Hikma Pharmaceuticals recalled Ganciclovir for Injection due to a labeling error where one vial per carton was mislabeled as Cladribine Injection, creating a risk of incorrect medication administration.

    Product
    GANCICLOVIR — GANCICLOVIR (GANCICLOVIR SODIUM)
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0125-2023·2022-11-02

    Hip Liner Implants Mixed with Knee Inserts in Packaging

    Encore Medical is recalling EMPOWR hip liner implants because boxes may contain knee inserts instead. This packaging error could delay surgeries. Four units affected in six US states.

    Product
    EMPOWR Acetabular System, Liner, 10 deg Hooded, HXe+ 40H, REF: 942-01-40H. Orthopedic implant component.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1281-2022·2022-06-29

    BVI Wet-Field Eraser surgical devices shipped with incorrect tip configuration

    Beaver Visitec International recalled 660 units of BVI Wet-Field Eraser surgical devices after discovering boxes labeled with one tip configuration contained a different tip design. This mismatch could affect surgical precision and hemostasis control.

    Product
    BVI Wet -Field Eraser, 18GA Blunt Tip, 45Deg.-Intended to remove tissue and control bleeding by the use of high frequency electrical current Part Number: 221251
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0401-2022·2021-12-29

    Wright Medical CHARLOTTE MTP Hex Screw Recall: Incorrect Product in Packaging

    Wright Medical recalled 22 units of CHARLOTTE MTP Hex Screws with incorrect product in packaging. Affected lots 02010697711582590 and 02010697711582591 were distributed to surgical facilities in the US, Canada, Australia, Spain, UK, and Chile.

    Product
    Wright Medical Technology Inc. CHARLOTTE MTP Hex Screw, Model #41122718, 2.7mm x 18mm, a component of the CHARLOTTE Lisfranc Reconstruction System.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Drugs)·D-0276-2022·2021-12-15

    Hydrocodone Bitartrate and Acetaminophen tablets recalled for product mix-up

    Ascent Pharmaceuticals is recalling Hydrocodone Bitartrate and Acetaminophen 10 mg/325 mg tablets nationwide due to a product mix-up. The recall affects 9,744 bottles and was voluntarily initiated by the manufacturer.

    Product
    HYDROCODONE BITARTRATE AND ACETAMINOPHEN — HYDROCODONE BITARTRATE AND ACETAMINOPHEN (HYDROCODONE BITARTRATE AND ACETAMINOPHEN)
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0003-2022·2021-10-13

    Firvanq Vancomycin Oral Solution Kits Recalled for Incorrect Diluent

    Azurity Pharmaceuticals is recalling 2,751 kits of Firvanq (vancomycin hydrochloride for oral solution) distributed nationwide because an incorrect diluent component was included in the kit.

    Product
    FIRVANQ — FIRVANQ (VANCOMYCIN HYDROCHLORIDE)
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Food)·F-0010-2022·2021-10-13

    Brain MD dietary supplement bottles filled with wrong product

    BrainMD is recalling Brain & Memory Power Boost dietary supplement (120-capsule bottles) because some units were filled with NeuroVite Plus, a different multivitamin-mineral product, instead of the labeled contents.

    Product
    Brain MD - Brain & Memory Power Boost Supports Healthy Brain and Memory Performance 120 capsules - Dietary Supplement UPC: 8 57568 00341 3 Serving Size - 4 capsules' Servings per container - 30 Ingredients - amount per serving: Phosphatidylserine (PS) - 100 mg Acetylcarnitine
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    0 states