Hazard
72 recalls in our database tag this hazard, drawn from FDA, USDA FSIS, CPSC, and NHTSA source notices.
Of the 72 weld defect recalls we have scored against our rubric, 0 (0%) are Critical — deaths or serious injuries reported, or the agency’s own highest classification — and 18 (25%) are Severe.
Which agencies issued them
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Toyota is recalling certain 2025 RAV4 vehicles because the front seat brackets for the seat rails may be welded improperly, which can prevent the seat from restraining an occupant in a crash.
Olympus is recalling Everest Bipolar Cutting Forceps model 3005 because a supplier did not adequately validate the welding process, and defective welds can cause the jaw to break during clinical use.
Olympus is recalling PKS Cutting Forceps model 3005PK because a supplier did not adequately validate the welding process and defective welds can cause the jaw to break during clinical use.
Olympus is recalling PK Cutting Forceps because a supplier did not adequately validate the welding process, and defective welds can cause the forceps jaw to break during clinical use.
Olympus is recalling PKS Cutting Forceps because a supplier did not adequately validate the welding process, and defective welds can cause the forceps jaw to break during clinical use.
Olympus is recalling PKS Cutting Forceps with cord, model 920000PK, because a supplier did not adequately validate the welding process and defective welds can cause the jaw to break.
Olympus is recalling HALO PKS Cutting Forceps because a supplier did not adequately validate the welding process, and defective welds can cause the forceps jaw to break during clinical use.
Olympus is recalling Everest Bipolar Cutting Forceps because a supplier did not adequately validate the welding process, and defective welds can cause the forceps jaw to break during clinical use.
Thor Motor Coach is recalling certain 2024-2025 Luminate and Indigo RVs because the LP tank support tube may be too short with an insufficient weld that can fracture, allowing the tank to detach.
Lactated Ringer's Injection USP in 1000 mL Excel containers is being recalled for lack of assurance of sterility because of the potential for fluid leakage at one of the weld sites. 74,088 containers affected.
Fontaine Modification is recalling 2022–2024 Freightliner Business Class M2 vehicles because welds on the intermediate steering shaft may crack and fail, causing loss of steering control and crash risk.
Medline is recalling craniotomy kits containing Codman Disposable Perforators with inadequate welds that may break or separate during use.
Medline surgical kits containing Codman Disposable Perforators are being recalled because certain lots have inadequate welds that may cause the perforator to break or separate during use.
Medline is recalling multiple craniotomy kits containing Codman Disposable Perforators due to inadequate welds that may cause the perforators to break or separate during use.
Integra LifeSciences is recalling CODMAN Craniotomy Kits due to inadequate welds that may cause the product to disassemble. The defect affects 1,840 units distributed worldwide.
Ford is recalling certain 2025 Super Duty F-250, F-350 and F-450 vehicles because the steering column shifter may have been improperly welded and detach from the column.
Daimler Vans is recalling certain 2024 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vehicles because the parking brake cable bracket welds may fail and disengage the parking brake, failing FMVSS 105.
Kia is recalling certain 2025 EV9 vehicles because the rear gear drive unit motor shaft may have been improperly welded and become damaged, causing a loss of drive power.
Acura is recalling certain 2021-2023 TLX vehicles because the fuel filler neck and fuel tank may have been improperly welded, which can result in a fuel leak.
Smiths Medical is recalling 385,558 units of CADD Medication Cassette Reservoirs due to a weakened weld joint that could cause medication leakage. Affected units were distributed worldwide; users should discontinue use of recalled lot numbers immediately.
Smiths Medical is recalling certain ENT medication reservoirs due to weakened weld joints that may cause medication leakage. Approximately 120,960 units are affected and distributed worldwide.
Smiths Medical ASD is recalling 41,964 CADD Medication Cassette Reservoirs (50mL) due to weakened weld joints that could cause medication leakage. The defect results from a production equipment malfunction.
Smiths Medical is recalling CADD Medication Cassette Reservoirs because weakened weld joints may cause medication leakage. The defect affects 125,928 units distributed worldwide.
Smiths Medical is recalling CADD Medication Cassette Reservoirs due to a production equipment malfunction that weakened weld joints. This could cause medication leakage.
Aurora Series surgical light heads are recalled due to cracked welds on the frame. The defects can cause the frame to sag, housing to crack, or the light head to detach.