The Recall Desk

Hazard

Sterile Barrier Breach recalls

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

What the numbers show

Total
255
Critical
0
Severe
10
Most recent
2026-08-12

Of the 255 sterile barrier breach recalls we have scored against our rubric, 0 (0%) are Critical — deaths or serious injuries reported, or the agency’s own highest classification — and 10 (4%) are Severe.

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26–50 of 255

  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0022-2026·2025-10-08

    Reprocessed 0.9mm rapid exchange atherectomy catheters recalled for sterile barrier breaches

    Northeast Scientific is recalling 795 reprocessed 0.9mm RX Turbo Elite laser atherectomy catheters because of potential breaches in the sterile barrier packaging.

    Product
    NES Reprocessed 0.9mm RX Turbo Elite Laser Atherectomy Catheter. Model/Catalog Number: R-410-154. The NES Reprocessed Turbo-Elite Laser Atherectomy Catheter is indicated for use in the treatment, including atherectomy, of infrainguinal stenoses and occlusions. This model…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0018-2026·2025-10-08

    Reprocessed 0.9mm over the wire atherectomy catheters recalled for packaging breaches

    Northeast Scientific is recalling 561 reprocessed 0.9mm OTW Turbo Elite laser atherectomy catheters because of potential breaches in the sterile barrier packaging.

    Product
    NES Reprocessed 0.9mm OTW Turbo Elite Laser Atherectomy Catheter. Model Number: R-410-152. The NES Reprocessed Turbo-Elite Laser Atherectomy Catheter is indicated for use in the treatment, including atherectomy, of infrainguinal stenoses and occlusions.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0020-2026·2025-10-08

    Reprocessed 1.7mm over the wire atherectomy catheters recalled for sterility breaches

    Northeast Scientific is recalling 165 reprocessed 1.7mm OTW Turbo Elite laser atherectomy catheters because of potential breaches in the sterile barrier packaging.

    Product
    NES Reprocessed 1.7mm OTW Turbo Elite Laser Atherectomy Catheter. Model Number: R-417-152. The NES Reprocessed Turbo-Elite Laser Atherectomy Catheter is indicated for use in the treatment, including atherectomy, of infrainguinal stenoses and occlusions. This model is not…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0025-2026·2025-10-08

    Reprocessed 2.0mm laser atherectomy catheters recalled for sterile packaging breaches

    Northeast Scientific is recalling 141 reprocessed 2.0mm RX Turbo Elite laser atherectomy catheters because of potential breaches in the sterile barrier packaging.

    Product
    NES Reprocessed 2.0mm RX Turbo Elite Laser Atherectomy Catheter. Model Number: R-420-159. The NES Reprocessed Turbo-Elite Laser Atherectomy Catheter is indicated for use in the treatment, including atherectomy, of infrainguinal stenoses and occlusions. This model is not…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0021-2026·2025-10-08

    Reprocessed 2.0mm over the wire atherectomy catheters recalled for packaging breaches

    Northeast Scientific is recalling 199 reprocessed 2.0mm OTW Turbo Elite laser atherectomy catheters because of potential breaches in the sterile barrier packaging.

    Product
    NES Reprocessed 2.0mm OTW Turbo Elite Laser Atherectomy Catheter. Model Number: R-420-006. The NES Reprocessed Turbo-Elite Laser Atherectomy Catheter is indicated for use in the treatment, including atherectomy, of infrainguinal stenoses and occlusions. This model is not…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0023-2026·2025-10-08

    Reprocessed 1.4mm rapid exchange atherectomy catheters recalled for packaging breaches

    Northeast Scientific is recalling 1,019 reprocessed 1.4mm RX Turbo Elite laser atherectomy catheters because of potential breaches in the sterile barrier packaging.

    Product
    NES Reprocessed 1.4mm RX Turbo Elite Laser Atherectomy Catheter. Model Number: R-414-159. The NES Reprocessed Turbo-Elite Laser Atherectomy Catheter is indicated for use in the treatment, including atherectomy, of infrainguinal stenoses and occlusions. This model is not…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1885-2025·2025-06-11

    Palindrome Precision Chronic Hemodialysis Catheter Sport Pack Recalled

    Mozarc Medical US LLC is recalling Palindrome Precision Chronic Hemodialysis Catheter Sport Pack units due to a potential breach of sterile barrier packaging. Affected units were distributed worldwide including the US, Canada, and Mexico.

    Product
    Palindrome Precision Chronic Hemodialysis Catheter Sport Pack. Radiopaque urethane catheter.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1886-2025·2025-06-11

    Palindrome Precision HSI Chronic Hemodialysis Catheter Sport Pack Recalled

    Mozarc Medical is recalling Palindrome Precision HSI Chronic Hemodialysis Catheter Sport Packs due to a potential breach of sterile barrier packaging that could compromise the catheter's sterility.

    Product
    Palindrome Precision HSI Chronic Hemodialysis Catheter Sport Pack. Radiopaque urethane catheter.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1889-2025·2025-06-11

    MAHURKAR Chronic Hemodialysis Catheter recalled for sterile barrier defect

    Mozarc Medical is recalling MAHURKAR Chronic Hemodialysis Catheter Sport Pack units due to a potential breach in sterile barrier packaging that could compromise the product's sterility.

    Product
    MAHURKAR Chronic Hemodialysis Catheter Sport Pack. Radiopaque urethane catheter.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1887-2025·2025-06-11

    Palindrome Precision SI Chronic Hemodialysis Catheter Sterile Barrier Recall

    Mozarc Medical US LLC is recalling Palindrome Precision SI Chronic Hemodialysis Catheters (Sport Pack) due to a potential breach of sterile barrier packaging. Approximately 95,938 units distributed nationwide and in Canada and Mexico are affected.

    Product
    Palindrome Precision SI Chronic Hemodialysis Catheter Sport Pack. Radiopaque urethane catheter.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1478-2025·2025-04-09

    Nasopore Nasal Dressing Recall Due to Breached Sterile Packaging

    Stryker Corporation is recalling Nasopore nasal dressings due to defects in blister seals that may compromise sterility. Affected products may have bubbles on the seal, indicating the sterile barrier has been breached.

    Product
    Nasopore Ex Firm 4cm fragmentable nasal dressing, Catalog Number 5400-030-004 and Nasopore Forte plus 4cm Catalog Number 5400-030-004ITL
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1476-2025·2025-04-09

    Nasopore FD nasal dressing recalled for potential sterile barrier breach

    Stryker Corporation is recalling 182,344 units of Nasopore FD nasal dressing nationwide due to potentially breached sterile seals that may allow product contamination.

    Product
    Nasopore FD fragmentable nasal dressing, Catalog Numbers 5400-020-108 and 5400-020-108ITL
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1474-2025·2025-04-09

    Nasopore nasal dressing recall: compromised sterile barrier seals

    Stryker recalls Nasopore 4cm fragmentable nasal dressings due to potential blister seal damage that compromises the sterile barrier. Nationwide distribution affected.

    Product
    Nasopore 4cm fragmentable nasal dressing, Firm Catalog Number 5400-020-004 and Forte Catalog Number 5400-020-004ITL
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1235-2025·2025-03-05

    Plato 17 Microcatheter Recall Due to Sterile Barrier Packaging Defect

    Scientia Vascular is recalling Plato 17 Microcatheter units due to manufacturing defects in the packaging seal that could compromise sterility during vascular procedures.

    Product
    Plato 17 Microcatheter REF PL17-160-090 To assist in delivery of therapeutic devices and embolization materials and infusion of diagnostic agents to the neuro and peripheral vasculature during interventional or diagnostic procedures.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1101-2025·2025-02-12

    Dental implants recalled for manufacturing defect affecting sterile packaging

    Nobel Biocare recalled N1 TiUltra TCC dental implants due to a manufacturing defect that may puncture the sterile blister packaging. The defect is a sharp pin created during injection molding that could compromise product sterility.

    Product
    . Nobel Biocare N1 TiUltra TCC RP 4.0x9mm . Nobel Biocare N1 TiUltra TCC RP 4.0x11mm . Nobel Biocare N1 TiUltra TCC RP 4.0x13mm Nobel Biocare N1 TiUltra TCC implants are intended for use as an endosseous dental implant in the maxilla or mandible for anchoring or supporting…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0952-2025·2025-01-22

    Orthopedic Surgery Kits Recalled for Potential Sterile Barrier Packaging Defects

    Sklar Instruments is recalling ECONO STERILE LEMPERT BONE RONG orthopedic surgery kits due to packaging defects that may compromise sterility. The affected kits (Model 96-4780A, Lot HSI) were distributed nationwide.

    Product
    ECONO STERILE medical procedure kits labeled as: ECONO STERILE LEMPERT BONE RONG 6.25" STER25, Model Number 96-4780A; orthopedic surgery
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0944-2025·2025-01-22

    Gynecological Speculum Kits Recalled for Potential Sterile Barrier Breach

    Sklar Instruments is recalling ECONO STERILE gynecological speculum kits due to packaging issues that may compromise sterility. No injuries have been reported.

    Product
    ECONO STERILE medical procedure kits labeled as: 1) ECONO STERILE GRAVES SPEC STRL SM BX/25, Model Number 96-2603; 2) ECONO STERILE GRAVES SPEC STRL MD BX/25, Model Number 96-2605; 3) ECONO STERILE GRAVES SPEC STRL LG BX/25, Model Number 96-2607; 4) ECONO STERILE…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0954-2025·2025-01-22

    Surgical instrument kits recalled for potential sterile packaging defects

    Sklar Instruments is recalling 41,850 units of ECONO STERILE surgical procedure kits due to packaging defects that may compromise the sterile barrier, affecting multiple clamp and hemostat models used in general orthopedic surgery.

    Product
    ECONO STERILE medical procedure kits labeled as: 1) ECONO STERILE OLSEN-HEG NH SMO DEL 5.5STER25, Model Number 96-2352A; 2) ECONO STERILE HALSEY NH SERR 5" STRL CS/25, Model Number 96-2353; 3) ECONO STERILE OLSEN-HEGAR NH 5.5" STRL CS/25, Model Number 96-2355A; 4)…
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    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0940-2025·2025-01-22

    ECONO STERILE Procedure Kits Recalled for Sterile Barrier Breach Risk

    Sklar Instruments is recalling ECONO STERILE medical procedure kits (Model 96-4921A) due to packaging issues that may result in a breach of the sterile barrier. The kits should not be used.

    Product
    ECONO STERILE medical procedure kits labeled as: ECONO STERILE BLAKE GALLSTONE FCP CVD 8"CS25, Model Number 96-4921A
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0937-2025·2025-01-22

    Sklar Instruments Recalls ECONO STERILE Surgical Scalpel Handles for Sterile Barrier Risk

    Sklar Instruments recalls ECONO STERILE SCALPEL HDL #3 surgical handles due to packaging issues that may compromise the sterile barrier. The 150-unit recall affects units distributed nationwide with lot code SK-125.

    Product
    ECONO STERILE medical procedure kits labeled as: ECONO STERILE SCALPEL HDL #3 W/METRIC CS/25, Model Number 96-3500M
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0930-2025·2025-01-22

    Medical procedure kit recall due to sterile barrier packaging breach risk

    Sklar Instruments is recalling ECONO STERILE nasal procedure kits due to packaging issues that may compromise sterility. The recall affects 175 units distributed nationwide.

    Product
    ECONO STERILE medical procedure kits labeled as: 1) ECONO STERILE VIENNA NSL SPEC MD STRL CS/25, Model Number 96-2236; 2) ECONO STERILE VIENNA NSL SPEC MD STRL CS/25, Model Number 96-2237M; 3) ECONO STERILE VIENNA NSL SPEC LG STRL CS/25, Model Number 96-2238; for nasal…
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    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0931-2025·2025-01-22

    Medical Procedure Kits Recalled for Potential Sterile Barrier Breach

    Sklar Instruments is recalling ECONO STERILE Curette Excavator surgical kits due to packaging issues that may compromise sterile barriers. Affected kits were distributed nationwide.

    Product
    ECONO STERILE medical procedure kits labeled as: ECONO STERILE" CURETTE EXCAVATOR STRL CS/25, Model Number 941-1320; general surgical
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0939-2025·2025-01-22

    Sklar Instruments Recalls ECONO STERILE Medical Procedure Kits for Sterile Barrier Breach Risk

    Sklar Instruments is recalling 245,015 ECONO STERILE medical procedure kits nationwide due to packaging issues that may compromise the sterile barrier. No illnesses or injuries have been reported.

    Product
    ECONO STERILE medical procedure kits labeled as: 1) ECONO STERILE ROCH-PEAN FCP 8" CVD CS/25,Model Number 94-0286; 2) ECONO STERILE DRESSING FCP 5.5" CS/25LG,Model Number 94-0290; 3) ECONO STERILE TISSUE FCP 1X2 5.5" STER CS25,Model Number 94-0291; 4) ECONO STERILE…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0951-2025·2025-01-22

    Sklar Instruments iris hooks recalled for sterile packaging integrity issues

    Sklar Instruments is recalling ECONO STERILE iris hook surgical kits due to packaging defects that may compromise sterile barrier integrity. No injuries reported.

    Product
    ECONO STERILE medical procedure kits labeled as: ECONO STERILE IRIS HOOK QK REL 4MM 9" STER25, Model Number 96-2224A; eye surgery
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0935-2025·2025-01-22

    Sklar Instruments Recalls Sterile Vein Hooks Due to Packaging Issues

    Sklar Instruments is recalling 1,050 units of ECONO STERILE Vein Hooks due to packaging issues that may breach the sterile barrier. Products were distributed nationwide.

    Product
    ECONO STERILE medical procedure kits labeled as: 1) ECONO STERILE VEIN HOOK 1.5MM STERILE CS/25, Model Number 96-4020M; 2) ECONO STERILE VEIN HOOK 2MM STERILE CS/25, Model Number 96-4021M; 3) ECONO STERILE VEIN HOOK 2.5MM STERILE CS/25, Model Number 96-4022M; venous…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide