Hazard

Sterility Compromise recalls

2,228 recalls in our database tag this hazard, drawn from FDA, USDA FSIS, CPSC, and NHTSA source notices.

What the numbers show

Total: 2,228
Critical: 3
Severe: 255
Most recent: 2026-08-19

Of the 2,228 sterility compromise recalls we have scored against our rubric, 3 (0%) are Critical — deaths or serious injuries reported, or the agency’s own highest classification — and 255 (11%) are Severe.

Which agencies issued them

About this hazard tag

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2101–2125 of 2228

HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2090-2013·2013-09-04
Zimmer Free Lock Femoral Hip Fixation System Compression Lag Screw Recall
Zimmer is recalling Free Lock Femoral Hip Fixation System Compression Lag Screws because a packaging failure compromised sterility.
Product
Free Lock Femoral Hip Fixation System Compression Lag Screw . Several lengths (55 to 150 mm) and diameters (12.7 and 15. 8 mm). Item codes starting with 00-1181-05, 00-1181-10 and 00-1181-15. ZIMMER Compression Hip Screw, orthopedic implant.
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2094-2013·2013-09-04
Zimmer Recalls Versa-FX II Femoral Fixation System Due to Sterility Failure
Zimmer, Inc. is recalling Versa-FX II Femoral Fixation System units because a packaging configuration failed a leak test, compromising sterility.
Product
VERSA-FX II FEMORAL FIXATION SYSTEM COMPRESSION TUBE/PLATE, standard and short - low profile, different hole/length combinations (4/86, 5/102 and 6/118), different degree angles (130, 135, 140, 145 and 150). Item codes starting with 00-194-130, 00-1194-135, 00-1194-140, 00-1194-1
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2093-2013·2013-09-04
Zimmer Recalls Versa-FX II Femoral Fixation System Due to Sterility Failure
Zimmer, Inc. is recalling 85,794 units of the Versa-FX II Femoral Fixation System because a packaging configuration failed leak tests, compromising product sterility.
Product
VERSA-FX II FEMORAL FIXATION SYSTEM COMPRESSION TUBE/PLATE, standard and short low profiles, several holes/length combinations (2/54, 3/70, 4/86, 5/102, 6/118) and several angles (130, 135, 140, 145 and 150). Item codes starting with 00-1193-130, 00-1193-135, 00-1193-140, 00-1193
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1984-2013·2013-08-28
Medicel nanoPOINT Injector System Recalled for Potential Sterility Compromise
Medicel Ag is recalling one lot of nanoPOINT Injector Systems because damaged Tyvek lids may have compromised the sterile barrier.
Product
Product Name: nanoPOINT Injector System, item number 37-0000-08. Intended to fold and insert a STAAR Surgical Collamer¿ nanoFLEX or Afinity IOLs, through surgical procedure in a human eye.
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1983-2013·2013-08-28
Gyrus Medical Recalls Sterile Bipolar Dissecting Forceps Due to Seal Failure
Gyrus Medical is recalling 1,140 sterile bipolar dissecting forceps units because accelerated aging tests showed a compromised sterile packaging seal.
Product
GYRUS ACMI, REF 3740, Everest BiCOAG Bipolar Dissecting Forceps 5mm/45 cm, Sterile EO. GYRUS ACMI, REF 3740PK, or REF 94201PK, PKS LYONS, Dissecting Forceps 5mm/45cm, Sterile EO. The Dissectors are sterile, single use electrosurgical devices that are indicated for the elec
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1922-2013·2013-08-14
Nestle Compat Nasogastric Feeding Tubes Recalled for Sterility Concerns
Nestle HealthCare Nutrition is recalling 37,310 Compat Nasogastric Feeding Tubes because they were delivered in insufficiently sealed pouches, compromising their sterility.
Product
Nestle Nutrition, Compat, Enteral Feeding Tube, sterile, 8 French (REF 08310400), 10 French (REF 08310600), and 12 French (REF 08310500). Product Usage: The Compat Nasogastric Feeding Tube is indicated for the administration of nutrition, fluids and medications into the st
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1772-2013·2013-07-31
Ethicon Recalls Endopath Electrosurgery Probes Due to Potential Sterility Compromise
Ethicon Endo-Surgery Inc is recalling 327,648 Endopath Electrosurgery Probe Plus II instruments because a tear in the Tyvek packaging may affect the sterility of the devices.
Product
Endopath Electrosurgery Probe Plus II, twelve (12) different devices, including hooks, spatulas, right angles, curved dissectors, suction/irrigation devices, accessory ports, pool/sump devices and stone retrieval cannula, packaged and sterilized individually in a transparent flex
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1728-2013·2013-07-24
Karl Storz Balloon Catheter Recalled for Potential Sterility Compromise
Karl Storz Endoscopy America is recalling 27023WU Balloon Catheters because packaging defects may compromise sterility. The recall affects 40 units distributed to five US states.
Product
27023WU Balloon Catheter, 3 Fr., 2/pkg, sterile, contains latex. The RUSCH ureter occlusion catheter is indicated for the routine occlusion of the ureter to prevent the movement of stone fragments during treatment. The coaxial catheters will also allow simultaneous drainage
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
5 states
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1683-2013·2013-07-17
Baxter Arthroscopic Irrigation Sets Recalled Due to Packaging Pinholes
Baxter Healthcare is recalling Two Lead Arthroscopic Irrigation Sets because pinholes in the packaging could compromise sterile barrier properties.
Product
Two Lead Arthroscopic Irrigation Set, for use with ARTHROMATIC Plastic Containers, Product Code 2C4030 - Approximate Length 98" (2.5. m) Usage: Baxter irrigation sets are intended for the delivery of irrigating solutions from the fluid container to the irrigation site during
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1684-2013·2013-07-17
Baxter Recalls Arthroscopic Irrigation Sets Due to Packaging Pinholes
Baxter Healthcare Corp. is recalling Four Lead Arthroscopic Irrigation Sets because pinholes in the packaging could compromise sterile barrier properties.
Product
Four Lead Arthroscopic Irrigation Set, for use with ARTHROMATIC Plastic Containers, Product Code 2C4031 -Approximate Length 99" (2.5. m) Usage: Baxter irrigation sets are intended for the delivery of irrigating solutions from the fluid container to the irrigation site during
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1682-2013·2013-07-17
Baxter Recalls Four Lead TUR Irrigation Sets Due to Packaging Pinholes
Baxter Healthcare is recalling 356,728 units of Four Lead TUR irrigation sets because pinholes in the packaging could compromise sterile barrier properties.
Product
Four Lead TUR irrigation Set, for use with UROMATIC Plastic Containers, Product Code 2C4013 - Approximate Length 85" (2.2. m) Usage: Baxter irrigation sets are intended for the delivery of irrigating solutions from the fluid container to the irrigation site during bladder ir
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1640-2013·2013-07-10
Surgical Instrument Service And Savings Recalls Reprocessed Medical Devices
Surgical Instrument Service And Savings, Inc. is recalling 34 reprocessed medical devices because the sterile barrier seal became compromised, allowing product to fall out of the pouch.
Product
- ACCU-PASS Suture Shuttle, 70 Degree, Upbend, (Orange) Ref. 72200419 Lot 122504 - Carpal Tunnel Release Blade Assembly, (White) Ref. 81010 Lot 123263, 122406, 122482, 123043, 122518, 122511 - ENDO-SCRUB 2, (1) Sheath, 0 Degree, For K. Storz, Medtronic Sharpsite AC, (Green
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1642-2013·2013-07-10
Surgical Instrument Service And Savings Recalls Phacofragmentation System Tips
Surgical Instrument Service And Savings, Inc. is recalling specific phacofragmentation system tips because the sterile barrier seal became compromised, allowing the product to fall out of the pouch.
Product
- Turbosonics Mini-Flared ABS Tip, 45 Degree OZil 12 Degree, (Purplish/ Pink) 0.9mm Ref. 8065751177 Lot 123215 - TurboSonics¿ Mini-Flared ABS¿ Tip, 20 Degree Tip Angle, 45¿ Kelman, (Purplish Pink/Silver) 0.9mm Ref. 8065750853 Lot 122590, 123372 - TurboSonics¿ Tapered ABS¿ M
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1627-2013·2013-07-10
Surgical Instrument Service And Savings Recalls Scorpion Needles Due to Seal Compromise
Surgical Instrument Service And Savings, Inc. is recalling specific lots of Scorpion Needles and Suture Passing Wires because the sterile barrier seal may be compromised, allowing product to fall out of the pouch.
Product
-Scorpion Needle, For Use With Scorpion Suture Passer, (Blue). Ref. AR-13990N Lot 123263 -SureFire Scorpion Needle (purple). Ref. AR-13991N Lot 123263 and 122279 -Suture Passing Wire. Ref. AR-1255-18 Lot 123190 Manual surgical instrument for general use.
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1634-2013·2013-07-10
Surgical Instrument Recall Due to Compromised Sterile Seal
Surgical Instrument Service And Savings is recalling Large Tear Cross Cut Rasps because the sterile seal may be compromised, allowing the product to fall out of the pouch.
Product
Large Tear Cross Cut Rasp 14mm x 7mm Ref. 5100-37-114 Lot 122347 Manual surgical instrument for general use
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1628-2013·2013-07-10
Surgical Instrument Service Recalls Arthroscopic Electrodes Due to Seal Compromise
Surgical Instrument Service and Savings, Inc. is recalling 447 units of arthroscopic electrodes and wands because the sterile barrier seal may be compromised, allowing product to fall out of the pouch.
Product
-90 Degree L-Hook Tip Arthroscopic Electrode, for use with 7205440 Switchpen, (Blue) 170mm. Ref. 7205441 Lot 122502 -Acromioplasty Electrode (Grey) 6.5" x 165mm. Ref. C5012A Lot 122288 -CAPSure 30 ArthroWand, CW, 30 Degree Shaft Angle, (Grey) 3.0mm. Ref. AC 1830-01 Lot 1224
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1629-2013·2013-07-10
Surgical Instrument Service Recalls Re-New II Endocut Scissor Tips
Surgical Instrument Service and Savings, Inc. is recalling 10 Re-New II Endocut Scissor Tips because the sterile barrier seal is compromised, allowing the product to fall out of the pouch.
Product
- Re-New II Endocut Scissor Tip, 16.51mm 5.0mm Ref. 3142 Lot 122295, 122308, 122455, 122875 Manual surgical instrument for general use.
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1633-2013·2013-07-10
Surgical Instrument Service And Savings Recalls 907 Arthroscopic Instruments
Surgical Instrument Service And Savings, Inc. is recalling 907 arthroscopic instruments because compromised sterile seals may allow product to fall out of the pouch.
Product
- Abrader Bur, Round (Aqua) 4.0mm Ref. 7205324 Lot 123270 - AcromioBlaster Burr (Brick Red) 5.5mm Ref. 7205669 Lot 122590, 122454, 122465, 122434, 122665 - AcromioBlaster Burr (Sage Green) 4.0mm Ref. 7205668 Lot 122590, 123270 - Acromionizer Bur, Barrel, (Mauve) 4.0mm Re
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1623-2013·2013-07-10
Surgical Instrument Service And Savings Recalls Carpal Tunnel Release Blades
Surgical Instrument Service And Savings, Inc. is recalling specific carpal tunnel release blades and kits because the sterile barrier seal was compromised, potentially allowing product to fall out of the pouch.
Product
-Instratek Carpal Tunnel Release Blades, (1) Triangle Blade, (1) Hook Blade. REF R2056 - LOT 122279 -Instratek Carpal Tunnel Release Hook Blade. REF 2055 Lot 122669 -Linvatec CTS Relief Kit. REF 9971, lot 122504 -Biomet Indiana Tome Blade for Carpal Tunnel Release (Wh
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1637-2013·2013-07-10
TPS Micro Reciprocating Rasp Recalled Due to Compromised Sterile Seal
Surgical Instrument Service And Savings, Inc. is recalling four units of TPS Micro Reciprocating Small Tear Cross Cut Rasps because the sterile barrier seal may be compromised.
Product
TPS Micro Reciprocating Small Tear Cross Cut Rasp 5.0mm x 11mm Ref. 5100-37-113 Lot 122518, 122447. Orthopedic manual surgical instrument
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1643-2013·2013-07-10
Surgical Instrument Service Recalls ENDOPATH Trocars Due to Compromised Sterile Seals
Surgical Instrument Service and Savings, Inc. is recalling 259 ENDOPATH trocars and accessories because compromised sterile seals may allow product to fall out of the pouch.
Product
- ENDOPATH Resposable Bladeless Trocar, Non-Handled, w/Housing, 100mm, (Green) 10/11mm Ref. 511NA Lot 123215, 122647 - ENDOPATH Resposable Bladeless Trocar, Non-Handled, w/Housing, 100mm, (Orange) 5.0mm Ref. 35LNA Lot 123215, 122647 - ENDOPATH Resposable Trocar w/Dilating T
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1626-2013·2013-07-10
Surgical Suture Recall Due to Compromised Sterile Barrier Seal
Surgical Instrument Service and Savings, Inc. is recalling GII QuickAnchor Plus sutures because the sterile barrier seal may be compromised, allowing product to fall out of the pouch.
Product
GII QuickAnchor Plus, ETHIBOND Polyester Suture, 36", double-Armed w/CP 2 Needles 2. Ref. 212034 Lot 123266 General and Plastic Surgery
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1632-2013·2013-07-10
Barron Radial Vacuum Trephine Set Recalled Due to Compromised Sterile Seal
Surgical Instrument Service and Savings, Inc. is recalling Barron Radial Vacuum Trephine Sets because the sterile seal may be compromised, allowing product to fall out of the pouch.
Product
Barron Radial Vacuum Trephine (1) Complete Trephine Set 9.0mm Dia. Ref. K20-2062 Lot 122336 Opthalmic
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1625-2013·2013-07-10
Surgical Instrument Service And Savings Recalls 13 Medical Devices Due to Seal Compromise
Surgical Instrument Service And Savings, Inc. is recalling 13 medical devices because compromised seals may allow products to fall out of sterile pouches.
Product
-ENDOPATH ETS-Flex Articulating Endoscopic Linear Cutter, (Blue) w/o Staples 35mm. REF ATB35 Lot 122300. -Ligaclip MCA Multiple Clip Applier, 20 Small Clips Small. REF MCS20 Lot 122300. - Ethicon Pistol Grip, Fixed Head Skin Stapler, Multi-Directional Release, (Grey) 35W.
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1624-2013·2013-07-10
Surgical Instrument Service And Savings Recalls 15 Suture Instruments
Surgical Instrument Service And Savings, Inc. is recalling 15 suture instruments because compromised seals may allow the sterile barrier to fail.
Product
- ConMed Linvatec Spectrum II Suture Hook Crescent, Medium (Teal) 4.0 x 20.0mm. REF C6386 Lot 122592. - Arthrex SutureLasso SD, 25 Degree Tight Curve Left, Wire Loop, (Green) 1.8mm. REF AR-4068-25TL Lot 122518 and Lot 123190. -- Arthrex SutureLasso SD, 25 Degree Tight C
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide