The Recall Desk

Hazard

Sterile Barrier Compromise recalls

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

What the numbers show

Total
123
Critical
0
Severe
1
Most recent
2026-05-20

Of the 123 sterile barrier compromise recalls we have scored against our rubric, 0 (0%) are Critical — deaths or serious injuries reported, or the agency’s own highest classification — and 1 (1%) are Severe.

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1–25 of 123

  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2175-2026·2026-05-20

    BARD Dynamic Tip Steerable Reprocessed Electrophysiology Catheter Recall

    Stryker Sustainability Solutions is recalling BARD Dynamic Tip Steerable reprocessed electrophysiology catheters (Product Number 200131) due to incomplete seals on sterile product packaging. The recall affects 61 units distributed nationwide in the US and in Israel and Canada.

    Product
    BARD Dynamic Tip Steerable, Product Number 200131; REPROCESSED ELECTROPHYSIOLOGY CATHETER
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1946-2026·2026-05-06

    Disposable Mixing Bowls with Spatula recalled for compromised sterile barrier

    Zimmer, Inc. is recalling Disposable Mixing Bowls with Spatula (Model 00-5049-011-00) due to package seal defects that may compromise the sterile barrier. Ten complaints have been received identifying incomplete seals, wrinkles, or peeling seals.

    Product
    Brand Name: Disposable Mixing Bowls with Spatula Product Name: Mixing Bowl and Spatula Model/Catalog Number: 00-5049-011-00 Software Version: N/A Product Description: Mixing Bowl and Spatula Component: N/A
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-1750-2025·2025-05-21

    TufTex Over-the-Wire Embolectomy Catheter incomplete sterile barrier

    LeMaitre Vascular is recalling TufTex Over-the-Wire Embolectomy Catheters due to incomplete seals on some packages that compromise the sterile barrier. Affected units were distributed nationwide and internationally.

    Product
    TufTex Over-the-Wire Embolectomy Catheter. All Catalog numbers: 1651-34, 1651-38, 1651-44, 1651-48, 1651-58, 1651-64, 1651-68, 1651-78, 1651-84, 1651-88, E1651-34, E1651-38, E1651-44, E1651-48, E1651-64, E1651-68, E1651-78, E1651-84, E1651-88, 1651-44J, 1651-48J, 1651-84J, 1
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1735-2025·2025-05-14

    Galt Medical Introducer Kit Coaxial Dilator recalled for packaging seal issue

    Galt Medical Corporation is recalling certain Introducer Kit–Coaxial Dilator models due to potential open seals in sterile barrier packaging, which could compromise sterility.

    Product
    Introducer Kit- Coaxial Dilator REF: KIT-002-28, 00841268104730 KIT-002-34, 00841268104792 KIT-002-35, 00841268104808 KIT-011-40, 00841268105553 KIT-011-62, 00841268105614 KIT-038-04, 00841268104556 KIT-039-03, 00841268104587 KIT-039-13, 00841268106055 KIT-081-02 / PS2-
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1736-2025·2025-05-14

    Introducer Needle REF NDL-107-04 Sterile Packaging Recall

    Galt Medical Corporation recalls Introducer Needle REF NDL-107-04 due to potential open seals in sterile barrier packaging, which could compromise product sterility.

    Product
    Introducer Needle REF NDL-107-04 These needles are used for the percutaneous introduction of guidewires
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1591-2025·2025-04-23

    Medline Sterile Convenience Kits Recalled for Weak Breather Pouch Seals

    Medline Industries is recalling sterile convenience kits for various medical procedures due to potential open or weak seals on breather pouches used in product packaging.

    Product
    Medline Convenience kits used for various procedures: 1) ANGIOGRAPHY DRAPE PACK, Model Number: HCP075G; 2) ENSEMBLE CORONAROGRAPHIE-LF, Model Number: DYNJ64354A; 3) RADIOL ANGIO PACK-LF, Model Number: 0M-CP01029D; 4) ARTERIOGRAM PACK 2, Model Number: DYNJ81454B; 5) CATH
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0936-2025·2025-01-22

    ECONO STERILE Medical Procedure Kits Recalled for Sterile Barrier Compromise

    Sklar Instruments recalls ECONO STERILE medical procedure kits (300 units nationwide) due to packaging issues that may compromise sterile barrier integrity.

    Product
    ECONO STERILE medical procedure kits labeled as: 1) ECONO STERILE BACKHAUS TWL CLP STER 3.5 CS50, Model Number 96-2630; 2) ECONO STERILE BACKHAUS TWL CLP STER 5.25 25, Model Number 96-2636; general purpose clips
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0938-2025·2025-01-22

    Surgical Suction Tubes Recalled for Sterile Packaging Defects

    ECONO STERILE suction tubes and surgical instruments (150 units, nationwide) are recalled for packaging defects that may breach the sterile barrier and create infection risk during medical procedures.

    Product
    ECONO STERILE medical procedure kits labeled as: 1) ECONO STERILE YANKAUER SUCTION TUBE 8.5" C10, Model Number 96-4176; 2) ECONO STERILE YANKAUER SUCTION TUBE 11" CS10, Model Number 96-4177; 3) ECONO STERILE FRAZIER TUBE 6FR STERILE CS/25, Model Number 96-5434; 4) ECONO
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0934-2025·2025-01-22

    ECONO STERILE Dental Cement Spatula Kits Recalled for Packaging Issues

    Sklar Instruments is recalling ECONO STERILE dental cement spatulas (Model 96-2245M) due to packaging defects that may compromise the sterile barrier. The product was distributed nationwide.

    Product
    ECONO STERILE medical procedure kits labeled as: ECONO STERILE CEMENT SPATULA #24 STRL CS/25, Model Number 96-2245M, mixing utensil, dental
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0800-2025·2025-01-08

    Surgical Nasal Packing Devices Recalled for Sterile Barrier Defect

    Carwild is recalling Ivalon Anatomical Nasal Packing devices because the package seal may be defective, leaving the sterile barrier unable to be guaranteed. Lot 24F1638 with approximately 140 units was distributed across multiple U.S. states and internationally.

    Product
    Ivalon Anatomical Nasal Packing with Airway Tube and String, 8.0 cm x 1.5cmx 3.0 cm- Intended To Be Used During Ophthalmic Surgical Procedures For Fluid Management Model Number: Q770410
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    5 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0799-2025·2025-01-08

    Surgical spears recalled for potential sterile barrier defect

    Carwild Corporation recalls 300 Ivalon cellulose surgical spears (Model Q604237) due to potential package seal defects that could compromise sterility during ophthalmic surgical procedures.

    Product
    Ivalon CELLULOSE SURGICAL SPEAR- Intended To Be Used During Ophthalmic Surgical Procedures For Fluid Management Model Number: Q604237
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    5 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0798-2025·2025-01-08

    Ophthalmic Surgical Device Recalled for Potential Sterile Barrier Compromise

    Carwild Corporation is recalling Ivalon Eye Wick 20cm surgical devices due to package seals that are out of specification and cannot guarantee sterile barrier integrity for the life of the product.

    Product
    Ivalon Eye Wick 20cm- Intended to be used for the removal and collection of fluids from the Opthalmic surgical site. Model Number: Q604206
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    5 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0619-2025·2024-12-11

    Medline MaxOrb Extra Alginate Wound Dressing Recalled for Packaging Defect

    Advanced Medical Solutions is recalling 1,800 boxes of Medline MaxOrb Extra Alginate Wound Dressing due to defects in the primary packaging pouch that compromise sterile barrier integrity. Products affected were distributed in Illinois, Texas, and Virginia.

    Product
    MEDLINE MAXORB EXTRA ALGINATE WOUND DRESSING 4X4 SQUARE REF MSC7044EP MEDLINE MOXORB EXTRA ALBINATE WOUND DRESSING 4X8 RECTANLE REF MSC7048EP Wound dressing indicated for moderate to heavily exuding chronic and acute wounds, and to control minor bleeding in superficial wounds
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0485-2025·2024-11-27

    Acrobat SUV Vacuum Stabilizer System Sterile Barrier Compromise Recall

    Maquet Cardiovascular is recalling the Acrobat SUV Vacuum Stabilizer System (Model C-OM-9000Z) due to manufacturing deviations that compromise the sterile barrier. Sterility cannot be assured during the 2-year shelf life, affecting approximately 10,778 units.

    Product
    Acrobat SUV Vacuum Stabilizer System, ST. Model Number C-OM-9000Z
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0486-2025·2024-11-27

    Acrobat-i Vacuum Stabilizer System Recalled for Sterile Barrier Compromise

    Maquet Cardiovascular is recalling approximately 33,823 units of the Acrobat-i Vacuum Stabilizer System due to manufacturing deviations that compromised the sterile barrier. Sterility cannot be assured for the 2-year shelf life.

    Product
    Acrobat-i Vacuum Stabilizer System. Model Number C-OM-10000Z
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0143-2025·2024-10-30

    Smiths Medical Portex Nasopharyngeal Airway recalled for sterile packaging seal integrity uncertainty

    Smiths Medical ASD Inc. is recalling 251,591 Portex Nasopharyngeal Airway units worldwide due to uncertainty in sterile packaging seal integrity, potentially compromising the sterile barrier.

    Product
    smiths medical portex, Nasopharyngeal Airway, Sizes as follows: a) AIRWAY NASOPHARYNGEAL 6.0MM, REF 100/210/060; b) AIRWAY NASOPHARYNGEAL 6.0MM, REF 100/210/060JP; c) AIRWAY NASOPHARYNGEAL 7.0MM, REF 100/210/070; d) AIRWAY NASOPHARYNGEAL 7.0MM, REF 100/210/070JP; e) AI
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    0 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-3206-2024·2024-10-02

    BARD MAGNUM Biopsy Needles Recalled Due to Packaging Damage Risk

    Bard Peripheral Vascular is recalling BARD MAGNUM Disposable Core Tissue Biopsy Needles due to possible packaging damage from manufacturing that may compromise sterility.

    Product
    BARD MAGNUM Disposable Core Tissue Biopsy Needle REF: MN1410 MN 1420 MN1610 MN1616 MN1820 MN2010 The Magnum Biopsy System (instrument and needles) is intended for use in obtaining biopsies from soft tissues such as liver, kidney, prostate, breast, spleen, lymph nodes and
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-3192-2024·2024-10-02

    Biopsy instrument packaging holes compromise sterile barrier integrity

    Argon Medical Devices recalls BioPince Ultra and Tru-Core II biopsy instruments due to holes in packaging trays compromising the sterile barrier, which may allow microorganism introduction and infection risk.

    Product
    BioPince Ultra Full Core Biopsy Instrument: REF: REF: 360-1080-01, 360-1080-02, 360-1080-03, 360-1580-01, 360-1580-02, 360-1580-03, 360-2080-01, 360-2080-02, 360-2080-03, 370-1080-01, 370-1080-02, 370-1080-03, 370-1580-01, 370-1580-02, 370-1580-03; Tru-Core II Biopsy Instrument,
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-3148-2024·2024-09-25

    Flexima Biliary Catheter System Kits recalled for potential sterile barrier failure

    Boston Scientific is recalling Flexima Biliary Catheter System Kit (Lot #33512376) due to potential holes in the device pouch's sterile barrier, which could compromise device sterility. No illnesses or injuries have been reported.

    Product
    Flexima Regular Kit Biliary Catheter System Kit, Material Numbers REF M001271650; bile drainage catheter with locking pigtail
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    0 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2685-2024·2024-08-28

    Regard Kit Decanters Recalled for Defective Sterile Packaging

    ROi CPS LLC is recalling 78 Regard Kits containing Microtek decanters due to pin holes and tears in sterile packaging that cannot be identified visually. Defective packaging could compromise the sterile barrier.

    Product
    Regard Kit containing the Microtek decanter
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2407-2024·2024-07-24

    Surgical Product Recalled Due to Torn Pouches Compromising Sterile Barrier

    Ethicon Sarl is recalling SURGICEL FIBRILLAR product due to torn foil pouches that compromised the sterile barrier. Approximately 39,010 units distributed in the US, India, and Japan are affected.

    Product
    SURGICEL FIBRILLAR 1INX2IN(2.5CMX5.1CM), Product Number: 1963
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1370-2024·2024-04-03

    Alcon bulb irrigation syringes recalled due to sterile barrier compromise

    Alcon is recalling bulb irrigation syringes due to potential sterile barrier compromise in surgical procedure packs. Non-sterile syringes may increase infection risk.

    Product
    SYRINGE,BULB,2OZ/60CC,GREEN, Part: 300055070, packaged inside Alcon Custom-Pak Surgical Procedure Packs, Products: 18018-06, 3865-44, 5675-76, 13554-11, 18018-06, 15190-16 , 15190-16, 15190-16, 15190-16, 15190-16, 13554-11, 5918-39, 15190-16, 15190-16, 9208-66, 9208-66, 5675-76,
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1263-2024·2024-03-13

    Orthopedic knee implant recalled for potential sterile packaging breaches

    Howmedica Osteonics Corp. is recalling the NO 3 Triathlon TS Plus Tibial Insert due to potential breaches in the sterile packaging. The breaches could compromise product sterility and safety.

    Product
    NO 3 TRIATHLON TS PLUS TIB INS X3 POLY 11 MM
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1076-2024·2024-02-21

    FDA Recalls Heart-Lung Machine Component Over Sterile Barrier Defect

    Maquet is recalling an HLS Set Advanced 5.0 component used in CARDIOHELP heart-lung machines due to a compromised sterile barrier that may cause infection. The recall affects 6,657 US units.

    Product
    Model No. BEQ-HLS 5050 USA, HLS Set Advanced 5.0, Product Code/Part Number 70106.9077. Used with the CARDIOHELP heart-lung machine.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0653-2024·2024-01-17

    Oscor Intro Catheter Introducer Kit: Compromised Sterile Barrier

    Abiomed is recalling Oscor Intro Introducer Kits due to holes in the outer pouch that may compromise the sterile barrier, potentially exposing patients to harmful bacteria and infections including bacteremia and sepsis.

    Product
    Oscor Intro Kit, 14Fr x 13 and 25 cm Part of Pump Set (0048-0040)-Introducer(s) are intended for introduction of the Impella Catheter into the body. Part Number: 0052-3025
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide