The Recall Desk

Hazard

Weld Defect recalls

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

What the numbers show

Total
72
Critical
0
Severe
18
Most recent
2026-04-22

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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26–50 of 72

  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2619-2024·2024-08-21

    Surgical Lights Recalled for Possible Weld Defect and Frame Detachment

    DKK Dai-Ichi Shomei Co., Ltd. is recalling 822 Aurora surgical light heads due to a weld defect that could cause the light head to sag, crack, or detach during use.

    Product
    Aurora 2 Series, Aurora 7 lighthead; Models: AUR7 (including TV models). The Aurora Series is intended to illuminate the surgical field and ensure visibility of the surgical site.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2198-2024·2024-07-03

    Medtronic EVERA MRI implantable defibrillator recalled for manufacturing weld defect

    Medtronic is recalling five units of its EVERA MRI S DR SureScan implantable cardioverter defibrillator due to a manufacturing defect—a weld crack that caused failure during quality control testing.

    Product
    EVERA MRI S DR SureScan, Model Number DDMC3D1, Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2210-2024·2024-07-03

    Medtronic Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator Recalled for Manufacturing Defect

    Medtronic is recalling eight COBALT XT VR MRI SureScan implantable cardioverter defibrillators due to weld cracks that caused device failure during manufacturing.

    Product
    COBALT XT VR MRI SureScan, Model Number DVPA2D1, Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2197-2024·2024-07-03

    Medtronic Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator Recalled for Manufacturing Weld Defect

    Medtronic is recalling 14 units of EVERA MRI S VR SureScan implantable cardioverter defibrillators (Model DVMC3D4) due to potential weld cracks discovered during manufacturing. No patient injuries have been reported.

    Product
    EVERA MRI S VR SureScan, Model Number DVMC3D4, Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2196-2024·2024-07-03

    Medtronic EVERA S VR Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator Recalled for Manufacturing Defect

    Medtronic is recalling EVERA S VR implantable cardioverter defibrillators due to a potential manufacturing defect involving a weld crack that can cause device failure. The defect was identified during manufacturing leak testing.

    Product
    EVERA S VR, Model Number DVBC3D1, Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1350-2024·2024-03-27

    Convatec EsteemBody Drainable Pouches Recalled for Filter Weld Defect

    ConvaTec is recalling specific lots of EsteemBody Soft Convex Drainable Pouches due to inconsistency in filter weld strength, affecting 6709 units distributed in the US and internationally.

    Product
    Convatec EsteemBody Soft Convex, Drainable Pouch, Product codes (REF): a) 423643, b) 423658, c) 423659, d) 423664, e) 423666, f) 423645, g) 423667, h) 423657, i) 423652, j) 423646, k) 423654, l) 423653, m) 423647, n) 423644, o) 423648, p) 423665, q) 423656, r) 423651, s) 423660,
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1251-2024·2024-03-13

    Invacare Homecare and G-Series Bed Components Recalled for Weld Defects

    Invacare Corporation is recalling approximately 8,117 bed component units nationwide due to a potential weld defect that may cause premature weld failure.

    Product
    Invacare Homecare Series Bed and Invacare G-Series Beds Containing Component Model Numbers: (1) G50 (2) G53 (3) G54 (4) BAR5490IVC (5) BAR5000IVC (6) 5000IVC (7) 5490IVC (8) 5490LOW
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighNHTSA·24V135000·2024-02-23

    BMW i4 and i5 high voltage battery modules may overheat

    BMW is recalling certain 2024 i4 xDrive40, i4 M50 and i5 eDrive40 vehicles because the high-voltage battery module may contain insufficient weld seams, which can cause overheating.

    Product
    BMW — BMW I5, I4, I4 M50
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighNHTSA·24V128000·2024-02-21

    Toyota Camry second-row head restraint brackets may be insufficiently welded

    Toyota is recalling certain 2023-2024 Camry and Camry Hybrid vehicles because second-row head restraint brackets may be insufficiently welded, failing FMVSS 202. 4,212 units affected.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA CAMRY, CAMRY HYBRID
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereNHTSA·24V036000·2024-01-23

    Tiffin motorhome driver seat pedestal plates may be improperly welded

    Tiffin is recalling certain 2022 motorhomes because the pedestal mounting plate on the driver's seat may be improperly welded, allowing the seat assembly to loosen or detach. 507 units affected.

    Product
    TIFFIN — TIFFIN ALLEGRO RED 360, ALLEGRO BUS, ZEPHYR, PHAETON
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereNHTSA·24V037000·2024-01-23

    Brinkley Model Z axle spindle welds may fail and detach wheels

    Brinkley RV is recalling certain 2024 Model Z recreational vehicles because the axle spindle weld may fail, resulting in the wheel assembly detaching from the axle. 17 units affected.

    Product
    BRINKLEY RV — BRINKLEY RV MODEL Z
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighNHTSA·23V755000·2023-11-09

    2021-2023 Subaru vehicles recalled for inhibitor switch weld defect

    Subaru is recalling 2021-2023 Crosstrek, Forester, Legacy, and Outback vehicles. A weld defect in the inhibitor switch allows water to enter and cause the switch to fail, disabling reverse lights and camera display, increasing crash risk.

    Product
    SUBARU — SUBARU OUTBACK, LEGACY, CROSSTREK, FORESTER
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2364-2023·2023-08-16

    Medical Device Recall: UroLift Visual Obturator Weld Defect Risk

    The UroLift Visual Obturator has an improperly performed weld that may fracture during use, and the welded area can harbor contamination not removed by standard cleaning. Affected units should not be used.

    Product
    UroLift Visual Obturator, 20Ch-The visual obturator is used with the UroLift¿ system. Instrument for insertion of a cystoscope shaft into the bladder. Model: UL-VO
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2247-2023·2023-08-09

    VERITAS Advanced Infusion and Fluidics Packs Recalled for Weld Defect

    Johnson & Johnson is recalling 148,941 VERITAS Advanced Infusion and Fluidics surgical packs due to weld defects that could cause vacuum failure during surgery, potentially leading to surgical delays and temporary eye swelling.

    Product
    VERITAS Advanced Infusion Packs (VRT-AI) and VERITAS Advanced Fluidics Packs (VRT-AF)
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1006-2023·2023-02-01

    FUSION Dual Pump Packs recalled for weld defect affecting surgery

    FUSION Dual Pump Packs are being recalled for weld defects that may impair vacuum delivery during eye surgery, risking surgical delays and corneal swelling. No injuries have been reported.

    Product
    FUSION Dual Pump Packs, REF: OPO73
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    8 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1005-2023·2023-02-01

    Veritas Advanced Infusion Packs Recalled Due to Weld Gap Defect

    Johnson & Johnson Surgical Vision is recalling Veritas Advanced Infusion Packs for a weld defect that may impair vacuum delivery during ophthalmic surgery. This could result in surgical delays and transient corneal swelling.

    Product
    Veritas Advanced Infusion Packs, REF: VRT-AI
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    8 states
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-0336-2023·2022-12-14

    Caire Liberator 45 Liquid Oxygen System Recalled for Weld Defects

    Caire, Inc. is recalling 10 CAIRE Liberator 45 liquid oxygen system units due to inconsistencies in weld penetration on the inner bottle discovered during an FDA audit.

    Product
    CAIRE Liberator 45, MODEL 13261699, Liquid Oxygen System Unit
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-0339-2023·2022-12-14

    CAIRE Liberator 20 Liquid Oxygen System Recalled for Weld Defects

    Caire, Inc. is recalling CAIRE Liberator 20 liquid oxygen system units due to weld penetration inconsistencies discovered during an FDA audit. The manufacturing defect affects 3 units.

    Product
    CAIRE Liberator 20, MODEL 13256195, Liquid Oxygen System Unit
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-0337-2023·2022-12-14

    Liquid Oxygen System Devices Recalled Due to Weld Quality Issues

    Caire Inc. is recalling 70 CAIRE Liberator 45 liquid oxygen systems due to inconsistencies in weld penetration on the inner bottle's longitudinal weld seam discovered during an audit.

    Product
    CAIRE Liberator 45, MODEL 13262253, Liquid Oxygen System Unit
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighNHTSA·22V923000·2022-12-14

    2022-2023 Chevrolet Malibu Recalled for Defective Front Impact Bar Weld

    General Motors is recalling certain 2022-2023 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles with improperly welded front impact bars. The structural defect may prevent crash sensors from working correctly, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

    Product
    CHEVROLET — CHEVROLET MALIBU
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighNHTSA·22V741000·2022-10-05

    2023 BMW iX Transmission Defect Risk of Vehicle Rollaway

    BMW is recalling one 2023 iX with a defective transmission final drive gear weld that could break, causing vehicle rollaway if the parking brake is not engaged. Dealers will replace the electric drive unit at no cost.

    Product
    BMW — BMW IX
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighNHTSA·22V520000·2022-07-21

    2022-2023 Toyota Tacoma Defective Child Seat Anchor Welds

    Toyota is recalling certain 2022-2023 Tacoma vehicles due to insufficient welds in the upper child seat anchors. These defects may prevent proper anchoring of child seats, increasing the risk of injury during crashes or sudden stops.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA TACOMA
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-1266-2022·2022-06-29

    HeartWare HVAD Battery Model 1650DE May Malfunction Due to Weld Defect

    Medtronic is recalling HeartWare HVAD batteries (Model 1650DE) due to an internal weld defect that can cause battery malfunction and prevent proper charging. Approximately 429 affected batteries were distributed worldwide.

    Product
    HeartWare Battery, Model #1650DE, a component of the HeartWare Ventricular Assist Device (HVAD) System.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1212-2022·2022-06-08

    Organ Preservation Device Recalled Due to Incomplete Weld Seal

    XVIVO Perfusion AB is recalling the XVIVO Organ Chamber REF 19020 due to an incomplete weld seal on the primary pouch that prevents sterility assurance. Approximately 80 devices were distributed in the U.S. and internationally.

    Product
    XVIVO Organ Chamber REF 19020
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    8 states
  • SevereNHTSA·22V195000·2022-03-28

    2022 Keystone Travel Trailers Recalled for Improper Hitch Welds

    Keystone is recalling certain 2022 Bullet, Outback, and Passport travel trailers due to improper welds on the coupler hitch. The defect can cause the trailer to separate from the tow vehicle, increasing crash and injury risk.

    Product
    KEYSTONE — KEYSTONE OUTBACK, BULLET, PASSPORT
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide