The Recall Desk

Hazard

Structural Defect recalls

2,094 recalls in our database tag this hazard, drawn from FDA, USDA FSIS, CPSC, and NHTSA source notices.

What the numbers show

Total
2,094
Critical
3
Severe
1,081
Most recent
2026-09-02

Of the 2,094 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 1,081 (52%) are Severe.

Which agencies issued them

About this hazard tag

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1876–1900 of 2094

  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-0027-2013·2012-10-17

    OrthoHelix 3.8mm Cannulated Hex Drivers Recalled for Tip Breakage

    Orthohelix Surgical Designs Inc is recalling 120 non-sterile 3.8mm cannulated hex drivers because the tips break while driving screws into patients.

    Product
    OrthoHelix Part #HCS-056-32 3.8MM Cannulated Hex Driver NON STERILE MAT: 465 SS The drivers are used to drive screws in the Mini MaxTorque Screw System, which is intended to be used to stabilize and aid in the fusion of fractures and osteotomies involving small bones of the h
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0032-2013·2012-10-17

    Winco Recalls Caremor Cliner Patient Recliners Due to Frame Defect

    Winco Mfg. is recalling Caremor Cliner patient recliners because a back frame may not snap properly onto the chair frame.

    Product
    Caremor Cliner is labeled in part: "***Manufactured By Winco***Ocala, FL 34474 www.wincomfg.com***Model No. 535 Serial No. 535A-104522***" Literature: "***Caremor Cliner 5351/5361***Winco***ISO 9001-2008 Certified***Our most comfortable and versatile recliner***Ease of opera
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    6 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0031-2013·2012-10-17

    Winco Recalls Caremor Cliner Patient Recliner Chairs Due to Frame Defect

    Winco Mfg. is recalling Caremor Cliner recliner chairs because a back frame failed to snap properly onto the chair frame.

    Product
    Caremor Cliner"***Manufactured By Winco***Ocala, FL 34474 www.wincomfg.com***Model No. 536 Serial No. 536A-101475***" Literature: "***Caremor Cliner 5351/5361***Winco***ISO 9001-2008 Certified***Our most comfortable and versatile recliner***Ease of operation, outstanding dura
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    6 states
  • SevereNHTSA·12V485000·2012-10-04

    Land Rover Recalls 2012 Range Rovers for Windshield Installation Defect

    Land Rover is recalling 2012 Range Rovers because windshields may have been installed incorrectly. This defect could cause the windshield to come loose in a crash, increasing injury risk.

    Product
    LAND ROVER — LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-2459-2012·2012-10-03

    Boston Scientific Z Flex 270 Steerable Sheath Recalled for Embolic Risk

    Greatbatch Medical is recalling 787 units of Boston Scientific Z Flex 270 Steerable Sheaths because damaged internal liners could pose an embolic risk to patients.

    Product
    Boston Scientific, Z Flex 270, Steerable Sheath, Sterile EO, Rx only, Distributed by Boston Scientific Corporation, One Boston Scientific Place, Natick, MA 01760-1537, Manufactured by Greathbatch Medical, 2300 Berkshire Lane North, Minneapolis, MN 55441. To facilitate transv
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    1 state
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2427-2012·2012-09-26

    Smith & Nephew Recalls 70 Undersized Modular Hip Neck Components

    Smith & Nephew is recalling 70 modular hip neck components because the taper is undersized due to manufacturing errors.

    Product
    12/14 TAPER HIGH OFFSET NECK USE WITH SMITH & NEPHEW STEMS AND 12/14 FEMORAL COMPONENTS ONLY CO-CR, REF 71352112, Smith & Nephew, Inc. Memphis, TN 38116 USA. USE WITH SMITH & NEPHEW STEMS AND 12/14 FEMORAL COMPONENTS.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2405-2012·2012-09-26

    Elekta Precise Digital Accelerator Recall Due to Loose Drive Gear Joint

    Elekta is recalling 110 Precise Digital Accelerators because a loose joint between the drive gear and gantry base drive wheel can lead to fatigue failure of securing bolts.

    Product
    Precise Digital Accelerator Delivery of radiation to defined target volumes
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereNHTSA·12V464000·2012-09-19

    Suzuki Recalls 2012 Equator Vehicles Due to Front Wheel Hub Defect

    Suzuki is recalling 2012 Equator two-wheel drive vehicles because front wheel hubs may not meet hardness specifications, potentially leading to cracks and loss of vehicle control.

    Product
    SUZUKI — SUZUKI EQUATOR
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2333-2012·2012-09-19

    Aesculap S4 Polyaxial Screws Recalled for Potential Channel Tolerance Defect

    Aesculap Implant Systems LLC is recalling S4 Element 4.5mm Polyaxial Screws because the screw channel may be out of tolerance, potentially preventing the screw head from locking to the bone.

    Product
    Aesculap S4 Element 4.5mm Polyaxial Screws (ST240T, ST241T, ST242T, ST243T, ST244T, and ST245T). The S4 Spinal System is intended for anterior/anterolateral and posterior, non-cervical pedicle and non-pedicle fixation. Fixation is limited to skeletally mature patients and is i
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereNHTSA·12V456000·2012-09-18

    Altec Aerial Vehicles Recalled for Outrigger Cylinder Torque Defect

    Altec is recalling 2002-2009 aerial vehicles because improperly torqued outrigger cylinders could loosen, posing a risk of injury or property damage.

    Product
    ALTEC — ALTEC HL125, AH75, AH100, AH85
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereNHTSA·12V416000·2012-08-28

    SJC Ambulance Recall for Loose Mounting Bolts

    SJC is recalling 2012 Marque and McCoy-Miller ambulances because improperly torqued mounting bolts could cause the ambulance box to detach, increasing injury risk in a crash.

    Product
    SJC — SJC MARQUE, MCCOY-MILLER
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-2208-2012·2012-08-22

    Philips Easy Diagnost Classic x-ray system recall for switch defect

    Philips Healthcare Inc. is recalling 12 Easy Diagnost Classic stationary x-ray systems because an incorrectly mounted inclination switch may fail to stop table tilting.

    Product
    Philips Easy Diagnost Classic-Stationary x-ray system Catalog Numbers: 70642, 70643, 706030, 706031, 706032 Stationary x-ray system, Universal RF system for general use.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    6 states
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-2207-2012·2012-08-22

    Philips Essenta DR X-Ray System Recalled Due to Potential C-Arm Fall

    Philips Healthcare Inc. is recalling seven Essenta DR X-ray systems because the C-arm may fall. The recall covers units distributed in the US and several international countries.

    Product
    Philips Essenta DR, X-Ray System, Diagnostic, general-purpose Model: 712070. The Essenta DR is a multifunctional stationary X-ray Intended Use From Labeling): system, in which the swivel arm rotation, the vertical movement of the swivel arm and the SID adjustment are motorize
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    3 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2158-2012·2012-08-15

    Biomet 3i Recalls Dental Implants Due to Shallow Internal Hex Depth

    Biomet 3i is recalling specific dental implants because the internal hex depth is too shallow, which may prevent components from fully engaging the implant.

    Product
    ***REF IFNT611***Full OSSEOTITE Tapered Certain Implant 6 x 11.5mm***Sterile by radiation***Rx Only***BIOMET 3i Dental Iberica S.L. WTC Almeda Park, Ed, 1, Planta 1 Pl. de la Pau s/n08940 Cornella de Llobregat (Barcelona) Spain. Lot #2011110798. Intended for surgical placement
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    0 states
  • SevereNHTSA·12T021000·2012-08-08

    Hercules Recalls H502 Truck Tires Due to Sidewall Separation Risk

    Hercules Tire & Rubber Company is recalling specific H502 truck tires due to a manufacturing defect that may cause sidewall separation and increase crash risk.

    Product
    TIRES:SIDEWALL recall
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereNHTSA·12V386000·2012-08-06

    Collins Recalls 2012 School Buses Due to Body Mount Bolt Torque Issues

    Collins Bus Corporation is recalling 641 model year 2012 school buses because some body mount bolts may not have been torqued to specification, potentially reducing vehicle integrity in a crash.

    Product
    COLLINS — COLLINS, MID-BUS, CORBEIL SL, SH, DE, DH
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereNHTSA·12V375000·2012-08-02

    Vermeer Recalls 2009-2012 Brush Chipper Trailers Due to Axle Bolt Loosening

    Vermeer is recalling 3,450 single axle brush chipper trailers because axle mounting bolts could loosen, leading to axle separation and an increased risk of a crash.

    Product
    VERMEER — VERMEER BC1200XL, BC1800XL, BC1500, BC1000XL
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2035-2012·2012-07-25

    Philips Brilliance CT Scanners Recalled for Defective Carbon Table Top Bolts

    Philips Medical Systems is recalling 524 Brilliance CT scanners because defective bolts securing the carbon table top may break off.

    Product
    Philips Brilliance 6, 16, 40, 64, Big Bore, iCT and iCT SP are Computed Tomography X-Ray Systems. The devices are Computed Tomography Systems that are intended to produce cross-sectional images of the body by computer reconstruction of x-ray transmission data taken at differen
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereNHTSA·12V340000·2012-07-19

    Collins Recalls 2012 School Buses with Defective Emergency Egress Windows

    Collins Bus Corporation is recalling 1,429 model year 2012 school and multi-function buses because emergency egress windows may fail to meet federal safety standards.

    Product
    COLLINS — COLLINS, CORBEIL, MID-BUS DE, SL, DH, SH
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide