The Recall Desk

Hazard

Structural Defect recalls

2,114 recalls in our database tag this hazard, drawn from FDA, USDA FSIS, CPSC, and NHTSA source notices.

What the numbers show

Total
2,114
Critical
3
Severe
1,157
Most recent
2026-10-22

Of the 2,114 structural defect recalls we have scored against our rubric, 3 (0%) are Critical — deaths or serious injuries reported, or the agency’s own highest classification — and 1,157 (55%) 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 structural defect 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.

1051–1075 of 2114

  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0067-2019·2018-10-10

    Heartware HVAD System Controllers Recalled for Potential Water Ingress

    Heartware, Inc. is recalling HVAD System Controllers because they may develop hairline cracks at the power ports, potentially failing to meet standards for protection against water or fluid ingress.

    Product
    Heart Ware(TM) HVAD(TM) System Controller/Controller Kits, Model Numbers: 1403, 1407, and 1420 Product Usage: The HeartWare HVAD System is indicated for hemodynamic support in patients with advanced, refractory left ventricular heart failure; either as a Bridge to Cardiac…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    0 states
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-3268-2018·2018-10-03

    Bausch + Lomb Stellaris Elite Vit Cutter Recall Due to Cap Separation

    Bausch & Lomb is recalling Stellaris Elite 23 GA Vit Cutters because the back cap may separate from the body of the device.

    Product
    Bausch + Lomb Stellaris Elite 23 GA Vit Cutter, Model BL5627, 7500 cpm, packaged in sterile pouches, 6/shipper.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    26 states
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-3261-2018·2018-10-03

    Biomet Recalls HipLOC Hip Fracture Fixation System Plates

    Biomet UK Ltd. is recalling specific HipLOC hip fracture fixation system plates due to an undersized bore that prevents the lag screw from fitting.

    Product
    HipLOC Hip Fracture Fixation System- Hiploc System 130¿ Plate 38 mm Barrel 4 Hole Plate Item Number: 2110-130-004 Product Usage: The HipLOC Compression Hip Screw may be used primarily for fixation of bone fractures. Specific indications include open reduction and internal…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-3265-2018·2018-10-03

    Bausch + Lomb Stellaris Elite Vit Cutter Back Cap Separation Recall

    Bausch & Lomb is recalling Stellaris Elite 20 GA Vit Cutters because the back cap may separate from the body of the device.

    Product
    Bausch + Lomb Stellaris Elite 20 GA Vit Cutter, Model BL5626, 7500 cpm, packaged in sterile pouches, 6/shipper.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    26 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-3274-2018·2018-10-03

    Bausch + Lomb Stellaris Elite Vit Cutter Back Cap Separation Recall

    Bausch & Lomb is recalling Stellaris Elite 23 GA Vit Cutters because the back cap may separate from the cutter body during use.

    Product
    Bausch + Lomb Stellaris Elite Vision Enhancement System, 23 ga. Combined Mid-Field Elite Pack, REF SE5523MV (containing the Stellaris Elite 23 GA Vit Cutter, Model BL5627), packaged in sterile trays, 6 trays/shipper.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    26 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-3272-2018·2018-10-03

    Bausch + Lomb Stellaris Elite Vit Cutter Recall for Back Cap Separation

    Bausch & Lomb is recalling Stellaris Elite Vit Cutters because the back cap may separate from the cutter body.

    Product
    Bausch + Lomb Stellaris Elite Vision Enhancement System, 25 ga. Posterior Mid-Field Elite Pack, REF SE5425MV (containing the Stellaris Elite 25 GA Vit Cutter, Model BL5628), packaged in sterile trays, 6 trays/shipper.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    26 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-3276-2018·2018-10-03

    Bausch + Lomb Stellaris Elite Vit Cutter Recall for Back Cap Separation

    Bausch + Lomb is recalling Stellaris Elite Vit Cutters because the back cap can separate from the cutter body.

    Product
    Bausch + Lomb Stellaris Elite Vision Enhancement System, 25 ga. Combined Mid-Field Elite Pack, REF SE5525MV (containing the Stellaris Elite 25 GA Vit Cutter, Model BL5628), packaged in sterile trays, 6 trays/shipper.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    26 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-3266-2018·2018-10-03

    Bausch + Lomb Stellaris Elite Vit Cutter Recall Due to Cap Separation

    Bausch & Lomb is recalling Stellaris Elite Vit Cutters because the back cap may separate from the cutter body.

    Product
    Bausch + Lomb Stellaris Elite Vision Enhancement System, 20 ga. Posterior Mid-Field Elite Pack, REF SE5420M (containing the Stellaris Elite 20 GA Vit Cutter, Model BL5626), packaged in sterile trays, 6 trays/shipper.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    26 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-3270-2018·2018-10-03

    Bausch + Lomb Stellaris Elite Vit Cutter Back Cap Separation Recall

    Bausch & Lomb is recalling Stellaris Elite 23 GA Vit Cutters because the back cap may separate from the cutter body.

    Product
    Bausch + Lomb Stellaris Elite Vision Enhancement System, 23 ga. Posterior Wide-Field Elite Pack, REF SE5423WV (containing the Stellaris Elite 23 GA Vit Cutter, Model BL5627), packaged in sterile trays, 6 trays/shipper.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    26 states
  • HighNHTSA·18V689000·2018-10-02

    Jayco Recalls 2019 Precept Motorhomes Due to Wheel Stud Defect

    Jayco is recalling 2019 Precept and Precept Prestige motorhomes because improperly heat-treated front wheel studs may break, increasing crash risk.

    Product
    JAYCO — JAYCO PRECEPT, PRECEPT PRESTIGE
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-3202-2018·2018-09-26

    ShinChang Recalls Disposable Insulin Syringes Due to Barrel Cracks

    ShinChang Medical Co., Ltd. is recalling 6,570,800 disposable insulin syringes because a small crack was found in the top end of the barrel near the needle.

    Product
    Disposable Insulin Syringe 0.3mL in 3 different sizes 29Gx1/2, 30Gx5/16, and 31G x 5/16. (10 syringes are packaged in a flexible plastic (poly bag) and 10 flexible plastic (poly bag) are packaged in one in box. Finally, pack the inboxes in the carton case.)
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    3 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-3209-2018·2018-09-26

    Exactech Recalls Optetrak Logic CC Stem Extension Due to Thread Defects

    Exactech is recalling one unit of the Optetrak Logic CC Stem Extension because it may have non-conforming internal threads.

    Product
    Optetrak Logic CC Stem Extension, 22mm x 160mm The OPTETRAK Logic CC Total Knee System is indicated for use in skeletally mature individuals undergoing primary surgery for total knee replacement due to osteoarthritis, osteonecrosis, rheumatoid arthritis and/or post-traumatic…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    1 state
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-3168-2018·2018-09-19

    Zimmer Biomet Recalls Affixus Hip Fracture Nail Due to Set Screw Issue

    Zimmer Biomet is recalling Affixus Hip Fracture Nails because the set screw cannot advance or reverse from its original position.

    Product
    Affixus¿ Hip Fracture Nail Left 130¿ 13 mm x 360 mm, Item Number: 814613360
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    42 states
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-3154-2018·2018-09-19

    Zimmer Biomet Recalls Affixus Hip Fracture Nails Due to Set Screw Defect

    Zimmer Biomet is recalling 5,947 Affixus Hip Fracture Nails because the set screw cannot advance or reverse from its original position.

    Product
    Affixus¿ Hip Fracture Nail Left 130¿ 11 mm x 280 mm, Item Number: 814611280
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    42 states
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-3128-2018·2018-09-19

    Zimmer Biomet Recalls Affixus Hip Fracture Nail Due to Set Screw Defect

    Zimmer Biomet is recalling 5,947 Affixus Hip Fracture Nails because the set screw cannot advance or reverse from its original position.

    Product
    Affixus¿ Hip Fracture Nail Right 130¿ 11 mm x 400 mm, Item Number: 814511400
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    42 states
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-3137-2018·2018-09-19

    Zimmer Biomet Recalls Affixus Hip Fracture Nail Due to Set Screw Defect

    Zimmer Biomet is recalling Affixus Hip Fracture Nails because the set screw cannot advance or reverse from its original position.

    Product
    Affixus¿ Hip Fracture Nail Right 130¿ 13 mm x 380 mm, Item Number: 814513380
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    42 states
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-3065-2018·2018-09-19

    Zimmer Biomet Recalls Affixus Hip Fracture Nail Due to Set Screw Defect

    Zimmer Biomet is recalling 5,947 Affixus Hip Fracture Nails because the set screw cannot advance or reverse from its original position.

    Product
    Affixus¿ Hip Fracture Nail Right 125¿ 11 mm x 460 mm, Item Number: 814311460
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    42 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-3173-2018·2018-09-19

    Zimmer Biomet Recalls Affixus Hip Fracture Nail Due to Set Screw Defect

    Zimmer Biomet is recalling Affixus Hip Fracture Nails because the set screw cannot advance or reverse from its original position.

    Product
    Affixus¿ Hip Fracture Nail Left 130¿ 13 mm x 460 mm, Item Number: 814613460
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    42 states
  • SevereNHTSA·18V642000·2018-09-17

    Heil Recalls 2014-2016 Garbage Trucks Due to Cracking Hydraulic Brackets

    Heil Environmental is recalling 2014-2016 garbage trucks because hydraulic oil tank brackets may crack, causing oil leaks that increase crash risk.

    Product
    HEIL — HEIL SIDE LOADER GARBAGE TRUCK, ROLLOFF BODY/HOIST, REAR LOADER GARBAGE TRUCK, FRONT END LOADER GARBAGE
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighNHTSA·18E089000·2018-09-11

    Sunright Recalls Rodia Motorcycle Helmets Due to Chin Strap Defect

    Sunright is recalling Rodia RHD200 and RHD200V motorcycle helmets because the chin strap may stretch in a crash, allowing the helmet to separate from the rider's head.

    Product
    EQUIPMENT:MOTORCYCLE:HELMETS recall
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide