The Recall Desk

Hazard

Sterility Compromise recalls

2,235 recalls in our database tag this hazard, drawn from FDA, USDA FSIS, CPSC, and NHTSA source notices.

What the numbers show

Total
2,235
Critical
4
Severe
260
Most recent
2026-09-30

Of the 2,235 sterility compromise recalls we have scored against our rubric, 4 (0%) are Critical — deaths or serious injuries reported, or the agency’s own highest classification — and 260 (12%) are Severe.

About this hazard tag

Hazard tags are short, machine-readable labels we attach to every recall to make cross-cutting queries possible — “all sterility compromise recalls regardless of agency”, “all listeria recalls in California”, “all airbag recalls in 2025”. The tags are extracted from each recall’s source text during the LLM rewrite step and validated against a fixed schema.

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.

1651–1675 of 2235

  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0363-2016·2015-12-09

    DeRoyal and GEO-MED sterile surgical kits recalled for seal defects

    DeRoyal Industries is recalling 836 sterile custom surgical kits because a component may have packaging seal defects that compromise sterility.

    Product
    DeRoyal sterile custom surgical kits: 1) Emergency CABG Pack Pgybk, ref 89-7859.01 2) Emergency CABG Pack Pgybk, ref 89-7859.02 3) Open Heart Pack A&B Pgybk, ref 89-7750.02 4) Open Heart Pack A&B Pgybk, ref 89-7750.03 5) Intl-Cardiac Surgery Pack A&B Pgybk, ref 89-8514.02…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    4 states
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0362-2016·2015-12-09

    Stryker Duracon Tibial Wedge Implants Recalled for Packaging Integrity Issues

    Stryker is recalling 2,577 Duracon Tibial Wedge implants because they punctured the packaging's Tyvek lids, potentially compromising sterility.

    Product
    Stryker Orthopaedics Duracon Flat Tibial Wedge Cemented use only Sterile. Tibial Wedge is a component of Total Stabilizer Knee which consists of femoral component, tibial insert, modular offset adaptor, femoral/tibial stem extenders and tibial wedges. Tibial wedges are intended…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0287-2016·2015-11-25

    US Compounding Recalls Triamcinolone Diacetate Vials Due to Sterility Concerns

    US Compounding Inc is recalling 33,778 vials of Triamcinolone diacetate USP PF (40 mg/mL) nationwide due to deficient practices that may impact sterility assurance.

    Product
    Triamcinolone diacetate USP PF (40 mg/mL), 2 mL Vial, For IM & Regional Injection, Rx only, Compounded by US Compounding Pharmacy, Conway, Arkansas, 72032, NDC 62295-3206-01
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0278-2016·2015-11-25

    Ethicon Harmonic ACE+ 7 Laparoscopic Shears Recalled for Packaging Defect

    Ethicon Endo-Surgery is recalling Harmonic ACE+ 7 Laparoscopic Shears because holes in the Tyvek packaging can compromise the sterile barrier.

    Product
    HARMONIC ACE+ 7 Laparoscopic Shears with Advanced Hemostasis (23cm, 36cm, 45cm length), Ethicon Endo-Surgery. Indicated for soft tissue incisions when bleeding control and minimal thermal injury are desired.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0243-2016·2015-11-18

    Medtronic Recalls Amphirion Deep PTA Balloon Catheters Due to Seal Breach

    Medtronic is recalling Amphirion Deep PTA Balloon Catheters because a potential breach in the pouch seal may compromise the sterilized product.

    Product
    Amphirion Deep OTW PTA Balloon Catheter: Model numbers: US: AMP015020152 AMP020150152 AMP025120152 AMP030080152 AMP040040152 AMP225210152 AMP020040152 AMP025040152 AMP025150152 AMP030120152 AMP040080152 AMP253210152 AMP020080152 AMP025080002 AMP030040002 AMP030150152…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0233-2016·2015-11-18

    Utah Medical Recalls Myelo-Nate CSF Sampling Kits Due to Seal Compromise

    Utah Medical Products is recalling 21,403 Myelo-Nate CSF Sampling Kits because an internal inspection found a compromised sterile seal on one side of the tray.

    Product
    Myelo-Nate CSF Sampling Kit, Neonatal/Pediatric cerebralspinal fluid sampling sterile tray, including a lumbar puncture needle, four collection vials, an iodine swabstick package, a fenestrated drape, a polylined drape, three gauze pads, and one spot bandage.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-0188-2016·2015-11-04

    FDA Recalls Pediatric Heart Surgical Kits Due to Sterility Concerns

    Resource Optimization & Innovation LLC is recalling 57 pediatric heart surgical kits because compromised package integrity may affect sterility assurance.

    Product
    Regard, Item Number 830565001, CV0654A - PEDIATRIC HEART - Custom surgical kit for cardiovascular surgery.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    2 states
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-0191-2016·2015-11-04

    Resource Optimization Recalls Custom Surgical Kits Due to Sterility Concerns

    Resource Optimization & Innovation LLC is recalling 10 custom surgical kits distributed in Texas and Louisiana because compromised package integrity may affect sterility.

    Product
    Regard, Item Number 800500002, Sterile, CV0578B - CV PACK- Custom surgical kit for surgery.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    2 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0186-2016·2015-11-04

    FDA Recalls Custom Cardiovascular Surgical Kits Due to Sterility Concerns

    Resource Optimization & Innovation LLC is recalling 77 custom cardiovascular surgical kits because a component's compromised packaging may affect sterility assurance.

    Product
    Regard, Item Number 830054002, CV00625B - OPEN HEART A&B - Custom surgical kit for cardiovascular surgery.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    2 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0190-2016·2015-11-04

    Resource Optimization Recalls 28 Custom Cardiovascular Surgical Kits

    Resource Optimization & Innovation LLC is recalling 28 custom cardiovascular surgical kits because a component had compromised package integrity, potentially affecting sterility.

    Product
    Regard, Item Number 800301001, Sterile, CV0708A - OPEN HEART- Custom surgical kit for cardiovascular surgery.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    2 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0185-2016·2015-11-04

    FDA Recalls Custom Cardiovascular Surgical Kits Due to Sterility Concerns

    Resource Optimization & Innovation LLC is recalling 80 custom cardiovascular surgical kits because compromised package integrity may affect sterility assurance.

    Product
    Regard, Item Number 830045, CV0443D - CV BUNDLE - Custom surgical kit for cardiovascular surgery.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    2 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0187-2016·2015-11-04

    FDA Recalls Custom Cardiovascular Surgical Kits Due to Sterility Concerns

    Resource Optimization & Innovation LLC is recalling 153 custom cardiovascular surgical kits because compromised package integrity may affect sterility assurance.

    Product
    Regard, Item Number 830054001, CV00625A - OPEN HEART A&B - Custom surgical kit for cardiovascular surgery.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    2 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0189-2016·2015-11-04

    FDA Recalls Custom Surgical Kits Due to Compromised Sterility Assurance

    Resource Optimization & Innovation LLC is recalling 17 custom surgical kits in Texas and Louisiana because a component was recalled for compromised package integrity, potentially affecting sterility.

    Product
    Regard, Item Number 830500003, Sterile, CV0578C - CV PACK - Custom surgical kit for surgery.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    2 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0158-2016·2015-10-28

    Smith & Nephew MOSAICPLASTY DP Harvesting System Recalled for Packaging Breach

    Smith & Nephew is recalling 1,246 units of the MOSAICPLASTY DP Disposable Harvesting System because a packaging breach compromised the device's sterility.

    Product
    Smith & Nephew MOSAICPLASTY DP- Disposable Harvesting System 8.5 mm, Sterile Part Number: 7209237 Intended Use: For arthroscopic (knee and ankle) and open osteochondral grafting fix for osteochondral (cartilage) defects.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0155-2016·2015-10-28

    Smith & Nephew MOSAICPLASTY DP Harvesting System Recalled for Packaging Breach

    Smith & Nephew is recalling 603 units of the MOSAICPLASTY DP Disposable Harvesting System because a breach in the packaging compromised the device's sterility.

    Product
    Smith & Nephew MOSAICPLASTY DP- Disposable Harvesting System 3.5 mm, Sterile Part Number: 7209234 Intended Use: For arthroscopic (knee and ankle) and open osteochondral grafting fix for osteochondral (cartilage) defects.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0157-2016·2015-10-28

    Smith & Nephew MOSAICPLASTY DP- Disposable Harvesting System Recalled for Packaging Breach

    Smith & Nephew is recalling 1,347 units of the MOSAICPLASTY DP- Disposable Harvesting System because a packaging breach compromised the device's sterility.

    Product
    Smith & Nephew MOSAICPLASTY DP- Disposable Harvesting System 6.5 mm, Sterile Part Number: 7209236 Intended Use: For arthroscopic (knee and ankle) and open osteochondral grafting fix for osteochondral (cartilage) defects.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-0059-2016·2015-10-14

    FDA Recalls 726 Sterile Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Surgical Kits

    Resource Optimization & Innovation LLC is recalling 726 sterile surgical kits because a glove component may have splits or holes that compromise sterility.

    Product
    regard Item Number: 800551, Sterile, GS0640 - Lap Chole - surgical kit containing cover light handle soft, RX. The responsible firm on the label is ROi, LLC, St. Louis, MO. Custom procedure tray contains surgical instruments and accessories intended for use during a surgical…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    3 states
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-0082-2016·2015-10-14

    FDA Recalls Pacemaker Surgical Kits Due to Sterility Compromise

    Resource Optimization & Innovation LLC is recalling 40 pacemaker surgical kits because equipment gloves may have splits or holes that compromise sterility.

    Product
    regard Item Number: 880328, Sterile, HT0759 - Pacemaker Pk - surgical kit containing cover light handle soft, RX. The responsible firm on the label is ROi, LLC, St. Louis, MO. Custom procedure tray contains surgical instruments and accessories intended for use during a…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    3 states
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-0033-2016·2015-10-14

    Resource Optimization & Innovation Recalls Sterile Open Heart Surgical Kits

    Resource Optimization & Innovation LLC is recalling 199 sterile open heart surgical kits because equipment glove components may contain splits or holes that compromise sterility.

    Product
    regard Item Number: 800410, Sterile, CV0479 - Open Heart Pk - surgical kit containing cover light handle soft, RX. The responsible firm on the label is ROi, LLC, St. Louis, MO. Custom procedure tray contains surgical instruments and accessories intended for use during a…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    3 states
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-0074-2016·2015-10-14

    FDA Recalls Robotic Laparoscopic Surgical Kits Due to Sterility Compromise

    Resource Optimization & Innovation LLC is recalling 144 robotic laparoscopic surgical kits because the equipment glove component may contain splits or holes that compromise sterility.

    Product
    regard Item Number: 800599, Sterile, GS0694 - Robotic Lap - surgical kit containing cover light handle soft, RX. The responsible firm on the label is ROi, LLC, St. Louis, MO. Custom procedure tray contains surgical instruments and accessories intended for use during a surgical…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    3 states
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-0075-2016·2015-10-14

    FDA Recalls 64 Sterile Peripheral Vascular Surgical Kits Due to Sterility Compromise

    Resource Optimization & Innovation LLC is recalling 64 sterile surgical kits because equipment gloves may have splits or holes that compromise sterility.

    Product
    regard Item Number: 800615, Sterile, CV0741 - Peripheral Vascular - surgical kit containing cover light handle soft, RX. The responsible firm on the label is ROi, LLC, St. Louis, MO. Custom procedure tray contains surgical instruments and accessories intended for use during a…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    3 states
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-0092-2016·2015-10-14

    FDA Recalls 214 Sterile Neuro Surgical Kits Due to Sterility Compromise

    Resource Optimization & Innovation LLC is recalling 214 sterile neuro surgical kits because equipment glove components may have splits or holes that compromise sterility.

    Product
    regard Item Number: 800411002, Sterile, NU0480B - Neuro Pk - surgical kit containing cover light handle soft, RX. The responsible firm on the label is ROi, LLC, St. Louis, MO. Custom procedure tray contains surgical instruments and accessories intended for use during a…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    3 states
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-0078-2016·2015-10-14

    FDA Recalls 24 Sterile Breast Surgical Kits Due to Sterility Compromise

    Resource Optimization & Innovation LLC is recalling 24 sterile breast surgical kits because the equipment glove component may contain splits or holes that compromise sterility.

    Product
    regard Item Number: 880321, Sterile, GS0752 - Breast Pk - surgical kit containing cover light handle soft, RX. The responsible firm on the label is ROi, St. Louis, MO. Custom procedure tray contains surgical instruments and accessories intended for use during a surgical…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    3 states
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-0052-2016·2015-10-14

    Resource Optimization & Innovation Recalls Vaginal Hysterectomy Surgical Kits

    Resource Optimization & Innovation LLC is recalling 36 vaginal hysterectomy surgical kits because a glove component may have splits or holes that compromise sterility.

    Product
    regard Item Number: 800532, Sterile, GY0616 - Vaginal Hysterectomy - surgical kit containing cover light handle soft, RX. The responsible firm on the label is ROi, LLC, St. Louis, MO Custom procedure tray contains surgical instruments and accessories intended for use during a…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    3 states