Hazard
42 recalls in our database tag this hazard, drawn from FDA, USDA FSIS, CPSC, and NHTSA source notices.
Of the 42 software failure recalls we have scored against our rubric, 0 (0%) are Critical — deaths or serious injuries reported, or the agency’s own highest classification — and 4 (10%) are Severe.
Which agencies issued them
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A recall can carry multiple tags — a Listeria recall might also be tagged ready-to-eat and undeclared-allergen. Use the full-text search if you want to combine hazard tags with brand or category filters.
Foundation Medicine is recalling 32 Hamilton Microlab STAR Liquid Handler units due to a software issue causing spontaneous closures.
Olympus is recalling 485 High Flow Insufflation Units (Model UHI-3) nationwide due to a software algorithm issue that may cause dangerous overpressure during abdominal surgery.
Stryker is recalling the Blueprint Mixed Reality Glenoid Box Lid and related instrumentation kits due to elevated complaint rates. The product experiences software and instrumentation issues that prevent it from meeting its intended use.
Tornier S.A.S. is recalling the Stryker Blueprint Mixed Reality Glenoid Pin Guide due to elevated complaint rates regarding software and instrumentation functioning issues that prevent the product from meeting its intended use.
A software anomaly in Abbott's Merlin PCS 3650 programmer may prevent proper finalization of leadless pacemakers, causing loss of pacing function. The issue occurs when specific actions combine with brief telemetry loss.
Shimadzu is recalling 30 FLUOROspeed X-ray systems because software may fail to display images when switching modes, potentially delaying or canceling examinations.
Spectrum Wireless Battery Modules may fail to send infusion status updates to hospital electronic medical records. The issue affects 17,377 units nationwide used with Spectrum V8 and IQ infusion pumps.
Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics is recalling 51 units of the VITROS 4600 Chemistry System due to software defects causing system freezes and disconnections that could delay critical test result reporting.
A software defect in the PushTracker E3 watch can cause the SmartDrive motor to run uncontrollably, and users may not be able to stop the device using tap controls. Approximately 6,196 units worldwide are affected.
Permobil's PushTracker E2 watch controls wheelchair power assist motors. The application may crash when running multiple processes, causing the motor to keep running and preventing users from stopping it using normal controls.
Cardiac Assist is issuing a software update for LifeSPARC Controller units that may experience critical failure causing the system to freeze, crash, or lose display functionality. Affected units are identified by specific serial numbers.
Pony.ai is recalling specific Automated Driving Systems (ADS) because a software error may cause the system to shut down unexpectedly while the vehicle is moving.
GENOSYL DS Nitric Oxide Delivery System is recalled for delivering below-intended doses during transitions between primary and backup consoles following a software update.
Medtronic is recalling 12 Percept PC Implantable Neurostimulators because a software anomaly in the A620 Patient Programmer prevents connection to the device.
Medtronic is recalling the Guardian Connect iOS app because a software update stopped automatic data uploads to the CareLink Personal website.
Beckman Coulter is recalling 177 LabPro Data Management Systems because a security update caused some computers to fail to restart, potentially delaying microbiology test results.
Medical Components, Inc dba MedComp is recalling the C3 Wave App v. 2.0.5 because it malfunctions on iOS 12, preventing ECG display during PICC procedures.
Vital Scientific N.V. is recalling two V-Twin automated chemistry analyzers in New York because a software lockup prevents the instruments from producing patient results.
Fujifilm is recalling 174 FDR Go Plus mobile X-ray systems because a graphics driver issue may cause the device to display a Blue Screen of Death.
Medtronic is recalling the Guardian Connect App because the operating system may close it without warning, preventing users from receiving critical blood glucose alerts.
Shimadzu is recalling 13 TRINIAS imaging systems due to software crashes and rare display corruption that may hinder medical examinations.
Porsche is recalling 2019 Cayenne and Cayenne S vehicles because a software failure may delay the rearview camera image display, increasing crash risk.
Medtronic is recalling specific MiniMed insulin pump models because software version 4.10 may fail to play expected audio sounds during alerts, alarms, or sirens.
GE Healthcare is recalling 13 units of Centricity PACS-IW software due to a synchronization failure that may affect the display of medical images.
Roche Diagnostics is recalling 399 Cobas 8000 Modular Series systems due to a software failure that may reset settings to defaults, creating a risk of incorrect test results.