The Recall Desk

Hazard

Sterility Assurance recalls

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

What the numbers show

Total
663
Critical
0
Severe
261
Most recent
2026-08-26

Of the 663 sterility assurance recalls we have scored against our rubric, 0 (0%) are Critical — deaths or serious injuries reported, or the agency’s own highest classification — and 261 (39%) are Severe.

Which agencies issued them

About this hazard tag

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251–275 of 663

  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0481-2025·2025-07-02

    Semaglutide/Cyanocobalamin Injectable Syringes Recalled for Lack of Sterility Assurance

    Thrive Health Solutions is recalling Semaglutide/Cyanocobalamin Injectable pre-filled syringes due to lack of assurance of sterility. The affected lot was distributed nationwide.

    Product
    Semaglutide/Cyanocobalamin Injectable, 5mg/1mg/mL, pre-filled syringe, Thrive Health Solutions, 88 Inverness, Cir E, Suite A-204, Englewood, CO 80112
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0494-2025·2025-07-02

    Ketorolac Tromethamine Ophthalmic Solution Recalled for Sterility Risk

    Apotex Corp. is recalling Ketorolac Tromethamine Ophthalmic Solution 0.5% due to lack of assurance of sterility. The recall affects 87,840 bottles distributed nationwide.

    Product
    KETOROLAC TROMETHAMINE — KETOROLAC TROMETHAMINE (KETOROLAC TROMETHAMINE)
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0480-2025·2025-07-02

    Semaglutide pre-filled syringe recalled due to sterility concerns

    Thrive Health Solutions is recalling Semaglutide 5 mg/mL pre-filled syringes distributed nationwide because the manufacturer cannot assure the product's sterility.

    Product
    Semaglutide, 5 mg/mL, pre-filled syringe, Thrive Health Solutions, 88 Inverness, Cir E, Suite A-204, Englewood, CO 80112
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0475-2025·2025-07-02

    CJC-1295 Injectable Pre-filled Syringes Recalled for Sterility Assurance

    Thrive Health Solutions is recalling CJC-1295 Injectable 6mg/15mg pre-filled syringes due to lack of assurance of sterility. The affected product was distributed nationwide.

    Product
    CJC-1295 Injectable, 6mg/15mg, pre-filled syringe, Thrive Health Solutions, 88 Inverness, Cir E, Suite A-204, Englewood, CO 80112
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0482-2025·2025-07-02

    Tirzepatide Injections Recalled for Lack of Sterility Assurance

    Thrive Health Solutions is recalling Tirzepatide Injections (10mg/mL, pre-filled syringes) distributed nationwide due to lack of assurance of sterility. Consumers should not use the affected product and contact their healthcare provider.

    Product
    Tirzepatide Injections, 10mg/mL, pre-filled syringe, Thrive Health Solutions, 88 Inverness, Cir E, Suite A-204, Englewood, CO 80112
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0485-2025·2025-07-02

    Tirzepatide/Cyanocobalamin Injectable Syringes Recalled Due to Sterility Assurance

    Thrive Health Solutions is recalling Tirzepatide/Cyanocobalamin Injectable 15mg/1mg/mL pre-filled syringes (Lot C03065F) due to lack of assurance of sterility. The product was distributed nationwide in the USA.

    Product
    Tirzepatide/Cyanocobalamin Injectable, 15mg/1mg/mL, pre-filled syringe, Thrive Health Solutions, 88 Inverness, Cir E, Suite A-204, Englewood, CO 80112
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0474-2025·2025-07-02

    Methylcobalamin Injectable Pre-filled Syringe Recalled for Sterility Concerns

    Thrive Health Solutions is recalling Methylcobalamin Injectable 10mg/mL pre-filled syringes (Lot #H228307, expiration 12/27/2025) due to lack of assurance of sterility. The affected product was distributed nationwide.

    Product
    Methylcobalamin Injectable, 10mg/mL, pre-filled syringe, Thrive Health Solutions, 88 Inverness, Cir E, Suite A-204, Englewood, CO 80112
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-1959-2025·2025-07-02

    Extended Tip Applicator 15 CM recalled for endotoxin and sterility issues

    Integra LifeSciences is recalling Extended Tip Applicators (15 CM, Box of 5) because they may contain out-of-specification levels of endotoxins and lack sterility assurance.

    Product
    Extended Tip Applicator, 15 CM, Box of 5.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0496-2025·2025-07-02

    Brimonidine Tartrate/Timolol Maleate Ophthalmic Solution Recall

    Apotex Corp. is recalling 6,288 bottles of Brimonidine Tartrate/Timolol Maleate Ophthalmic Solution nationwide due to lack of assurance of sterility. The affected batch (VC6058, expiration date 10/31/2025) does not meet sterility requirements for ophthalmic use.

    Product
    BRIMONIDINE TARTRATE/TIMOLOL MALEATE OPHTHALMIC SOLUTION — BRIMONIDINE TARTRATE/TIMOLOL MALEATE OPHTHALMIC SOLUTION (BRIMONIDINE TARTRATE AND TIMOLOL MALEATE)
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-1953-2025·2025-06-18

    Tecfen Medical 20G MVR Sideport Knife ophthalmic sterility recall

    Tecfen Medical is recalling its 20G (1.2mm) MVR Sideport Knife Straight (Model QKN2312) ophthalmic knives due to sterility assurance concerns. The recall affects 38 units distributed in the US and internationally.

    Product
    Brand Name: Tecfen Medical Product Name: 20G (1.2mm) MVR Sideport Knife Straight Model/Catalog Number: QKN2312 Software Version: No software Product Description: This is an ophthalmic knife (manual( that is to be sterile and packaged individually in Tyvek 1059B. MVR sideport
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-1952-2025·2025-06-18

    Tecfen Medical 2.8mm Slit Knife Angled Sterility Assurance Recall

    Tecfen Medical is recalling 2.8mm Slit Knife, Angled (Model QKN2808) ophthalmic surgical instruments due to sterility assurance concerns. Affected units were distributed in the US and internationally.

    Product
    Brand Name: Tecfen Medical Product Name: 2.8mm Slit Knife, Angled Model/Catalog Number: QKN2808 Software Version: No software Product Description: This is an ophthalmic knife (manual) that is to be sterile (gamma radiation) and packaged individually in Tyvek 1059B. Slit knive
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1949-2025·2025-06-18

    Tecfen Medical 15 degree Stab Knife sterility assurance recall

    Tecfen Medical is recalling its 15 degree Stab Knife (Model QKN1501) due to sterility assurance concerns. The ophthalmic knife is used in eye surgeries and was distributed in the US and internationally.

    Product
    Brand Name: Tecfen Medical Product Name: 15 degree Stab Knife Model/Catalog Number: QKN1501 Software Version: No software Product Description: This is an ophthalmic knife (manual) that is to be sterile (gamma radiation) and packaged individually in Tyvek 1059B. Stab knives ar
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1954-2025·2025-06-18

    Tecfen Medical 2.0mm Crescent Knife Ophthalmic Device Recall

    Tecfen Medical is recalling 2.0mm Crescent Knife ophthalmic surgical instruments (Model QKN1010, Lot ZGY24071501-03) due to sterility assurance concerns. The affected devices were distributed in the US and internationally.

    Product
    Brand Name: Tecfen Medical Product Name: 2.0mm Crescent Knife Angled Bevel Up Model/Catalog Number: QKN1010 Software Version: No software Product Description: This is an ophthalmic knife (manual) that is to be sterile and packaged individually in Tyhvek 1059B. The crescent kn
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1955-2025·2025-06-18

    Tecfen Medical 3.2mm Slit Knife Angled Ophthalmic Knife Sterility Recall

    Tecfen Medical is recalling the 3.2mm Slit Knife, Angled model QKN3261 due to sterility assurance concerns. The recall affects units distributed nationwide in Connecticut and Minnesota as well as internationally.

    Product
    Brand Name: Tecfen Medical Product Name: 3.2mm Slit Knife, Angled Model/Catalog Number: QKN3261 Software Version: No software Product Description: This is an ophthalmic knife (manual) that is to be sterile and packaged individually in Tyvek 1059B. Slit knives are used to crea
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0405-2025·2025-05-14

    Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium Ophthalmic Gel recalled for sterility concerns

    BRS Analytical Services is recalling Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium Ophthalmic Gel 1% eye lubricant due to current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) deviations and lack of assurance of sterility.

    Product
    Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium Ophthalmic Gel 1%, Carboxymethlycellulose Sodium 1% Eye Lubricant, Lubricant Eye Gel, Soothing Gel, Sterile, 0.5 FL OZ (15mL) per bottle, Distributed by: AvKARE, Pulaski, TN 38478, NDC: 50268-066-15.
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0404-2025·2025-05-14

    Artificial Tears Eye Drops Recalled for Manufacturing and Sterility Issues

    BRS Analytical Services is recalling Artificial Tears ophthalmic solution (0.5 FL OZ dropper bottles) nationwide due to manufacturing deviations and lack of assured sterility. Affected lots are Lot 126–129, 162–170, and 193–199.

    Product
    ARTIFICIAL TEARS — ARTIFICIAL TEARS (ARTIFICIAL TEARS)
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0367-2025·2025-04-30

    Haloperidol Decanoate Injection Recalled Due to Sterility Concerns

    Amerisource Health Services LLC is recalling Haloperidol Decanoate Injection due to lack of assurance of sterility and bacterial contamination detected in some media fill units. The drug is used for intramuscular injection to treat psychiatric conditions.

    Product
    HALOPERIDOL DECANOATE — HALOPERIDOL DECANOATE (HALOPERIDOL DECANOATE)
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0373-2025·2025-04-30

    Ketamine HCl Syringes Recalled for Lack of Sterility Assurance

    Denver Solutions, LLC is recalling Ketamine HCl 50mg per 5mL single-dose syringes nationwide due to leaking or damaged syringes that may lack sterility assurance. Two affected lots are identified with expiration dates in July 2025.

    Product
    Ketamine HCl 50mg per 5mL (10 mg per mL), 5mL Single Dose Syringe, Rx only, Leiters Health, 13796 Compark Blvd, Englewood, CO 80112.NDC: 71449-068-11
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0368-2025·2025-04-30

    Haloperidol Decanoate Injection Recalled for Lack of Sterility Assurance

    Amerisource Health Services LLC is recalling Haloperidol Decanoate Injection due to lack of assurance of sterility and bacterial contamination detected in some media fill units. The affected product was distributed nationwide.

    Product
    HALOPERIDOL DECANOATE — HALOPERIDOL DECANOATE (HALOPERIDOL DECANOATE)
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0372-2025·2025-04-30

    PHENYLephrine HCl Injection Syringes Recalled for Lack of Sterility

    Denver Solutions, LLC DBA Leiters Health is recalling PHENYLephrine HCl 0.5 mg per 5mL single-dose syringes because some syringes may be leaking or damaged, which could compromise sterility assurance.

    Product
    PHENYLephrine HCl in 0.9% Sodium Chloride, 0.5 mg per 5mL (100 mcg/mL), 5 mL Single Dose Syringe, Rx Only, Leiters Health, 13796 Compark Blvd, Englewood, CO 80112. NDC: 71449-001-11,
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-1525-2025·2025-04-23

    Ballard Closed Suction Catheters recalled for lack of sterility assurance

    Avanos Medical is recalling Ballard Closed Suction Catheters (Model 2210-5) because they lack adequate sterility assurance. The recall affects approximately 2,080 units distributed worldwide, including across most US states and several countries.

    Product
    Brand Name: Ballard Product Name: Closed Suction Catheters Model/Catalog Number: 2210-5 Software Version: N/A Product Description: Ballard Closed Suction System for Adults, 14 F, DSE Component: N/A
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-1521-2025·2025-04-23

    Ballard Closed Suction Catheters recalled for lack of sterility assurance

    Avanos Medical is recalling Ballard Closed Suction Catheters (Model 198, 8 F, Y-Adapter) for neonates and pediatrics due to lack of sterility assurance. The recall affects 1,980 units distributed nationwide and internationally.

    Product
    Brand Name: Ballard Product Name: Closed Suction Catheters Model/Catalog Number: 198 Software Version: N/A Product Description: Ballard Closed Suction System for Neonates/Pediatrics, 8 F, Y-Adapter Component: No
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-1523-2025·2025-04-23

    Ballard Closed Suction Catheters Recalled for Lack of Sterility Assurance

    Avanos Medical is recalling Ballard Closed Suction Catheters (Model 20083) due to lack of sterility assurance. The company has distributed approximately 9,960 units worldwide.

    Product
    Brand Name: Ballard Product Name: Closed Suction Catheters Model/Catalog Number: 20083 Software Version: N/A Product Description: Ballard Closed Suction System for Neonates/Pediatrics, 8 F, Elbow Component: N/A
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-1528-2025·2025-04-23

    Ballard Closed Suction Catheters recalled for sterility assurance defect

    Avanos Medical is recalling Ballard Closed Suction Catheters (Model 22714183-5) due to lack of sterility assurance. The affected lot was distributed nationwide and internationally.

    Product
    Brand Name: Ballard Product Name: Closed Suction Catheters Model/Catalog Number: 22714183-5 Software Version: N/A Product Description: Ballard Turbo-Cleaning Closed Suction System for Adults, 14 F, DSE, MDI Component: N/A
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0354-2025·2025-04-16

    Methocarbamol Injection USP Recalled Due to Sterility Assurance Concerns

    Somerset Therapeutics is recalling Methocarbamol Injection USP (1,000 mg/10 mL vials) nationwide due to lack of assurance of sterility following bacterial contamination in media fill testing.

    Product
    METHOCARBAMOL — METHOCARBAMOL (METHOCARBAMOL)
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide