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Manufacturer

3M Company - Health Care Business

40 recalls in our database name 3M Company - Health Care Business as the manufacturing or recalling firm.

What the numbers show

Total
40
Critical
0
Severe
1
Most recent
2025-01-01

Of the 40 recalls from 3M Company - Health Care Business we have scored against our rubric, 0 (0%) are Critical — deaths or serious injuries reported, or the agency’s own highest classification — and 1 (3%) are Severe.

Which agencies issued them

About this listing

The manufacturer string comes from the agency’s own source notice — for FDA recalls, the “recalling firm” field; for NHTSA recalls, the vehicle manufacturer; for CPSC recalls, the firm-of-record on the joint press release. A single corporate family can appear under multiple manufacturer strings as agency notices aren’t standardized on a canonical name. If you don’t see recalls you expect, try a parent-company search or a broader full-text search.

Severity scores below are computed from the agency’s classification and the recall text, never from manufacturer behaviour or history. Many manufacturers issue routine corrective actions (software updates, labelling corrections) that are correctly scored low — having recalls on this list isn’t inherently a quality signal.

1–25 of 40

  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0743-2025·2025-01-01

    3M Clarity Precision Orthodontic Attachments Recall for Improper Tooth Mating

    3M is recalling Clarity Precision Grip Attachments due to a design defect that may prevent proper fitting with digital treatment plans. The recall affects 171 orders distributed in the US, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.

    Product
    Clarity Precision Grip Attachments, for use in orthodontic treatment. Part numbers/SKUs: 359-830 359-831 359-832 359-833 359-834 359-835 359-836 359-837
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0038-2025·2024-10-16

    3M Tegaderm CHG I.V. Dressing Recalled for Foreign Contamination

    3M is recalling Tegaderm CHG I.V. Securement Dressing (REF 1658R) due to contamination with foreign substance matter. The affected lot (33WWRRR) was distributed to South Korea.

    Product
    3M Tegaderm CHG, Chlorhexidine Gluconate I.V. Securement Dressing, REF 1658R
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    0 states
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1633-2024·2024-05-01

    3M Durapore Surgical Tape incorrectly labeled with extended shelf life

    Select lots of 3M Durapore Surgical Tape (Catalog Number 1538-118) were labeled with a 5-year shelf life when the actual shelf life is 3 years. The recall affects over 3.5 million rolls distributed worldwide.

    Product
    3M Durapore Surgical Tape, Catalog Number 1538-118
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1475-2024·2024-04-10

    3M Tube Securement Devices Recalled for Missing Film Layer and Shape Defects

    3M is recalling 265,435 tube securement devices (REF 1500U and 1501U) due to manufacturing defects including missing or partial top film layers and incorrect device shape from excess material not properly removed.

    Product
    3M Tube Securement Device, Small, 1.7 IN/PO x 2.4 IN/PO, REF 1500U, Sterile; and 3M Tube Securement Device, Large, 2.2 IN/PO x 3.5 IN/PO, REF 1501U, Sterile. Product is packaged 1 device per pouch, 25 pouches per primary carton, and 4 primary cartons per shipper box.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1170-2024·2024-02-28

    3M Surgical Clipper Blade Assembly Recalled Due to Burn Risk

    3M recalled 764,580 Specialty Blade Assemblies for surgical clippers due to risk of burns from overheating. The blade can reach temperatures exceeding 77°C if left running improperly.

    Product
    3M Specialty Blade Assembly, REF 9660,70-2011-8491-1, 7100213026, used with used with 3M Surgical Clipper Catalog Number 9661L
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    0 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1169-2024·2024-02-28

    3M Surgical Blade Assembly Recalled for Burn Injury Risk During Use

    3M is recalling the Specialty Blade Assembly (REF 9660) used with 3M Surgical Clippers worldwide due to burn risk if the blade overheats during operation. Approximately 52.8 million units affected across all lot codes.

    Product
    3M Specialty Blade Assembly, REF 9660,70-2011-8462-2, 7100213114, used with used with 3M Surgical Clipper Catalog Number 9661L
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    0 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2639-2023·2023-10-04

    3M Attest Sterilization Indicator Caps May Melt or Crack

    3M is recalling 172,464 units of Attest biological indicators used to validate steam sterilization because caps may melt, deform, or crack during sterilization at 132°C and 135°C.

    Product
    3M Attest Super Rapid 5 Steam-Plus Steam Challenge Pack, REF 41482V; designed to qualify and monitor dynamic-air removal steam sterilization processes
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2637-2023·2023-10-04

    3M Attest Biological Indicator caps may fail during steam sterilization

    3M is recalling 79,500 Attest Super Rapid Readout Biological Indicators because the cap may melt, deform, or crack during steam sterilization cycles, potentially compromising sterilization validation.

    Product
    3M Attest Super Rapid Readout Biological Indicator, REF 1492V; used to qualify or monitor dynamic-air-removal steam sterilization cycles
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2638-2023·2023-10-04

    3M Attest Biological Indicators Recalled for Defective Caps

    3M is recalling specific lots of Attest biological indicators used in steam sterilization monitoring. Certain lots have caps that may melt, deform, or crack at sterilization temperatures of 132°C and 135°C, potentially compromising sterilization process verification.

    Product
    3M Attest Super Rapid Readout Steam Challenge Pack, REF 1496V; designed to qualify and monitor dynamic-air removal steam sterilization processes
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2640-2023·2023-10-04

    3M Attest Biological Indicators Cap May Melt During Sterilization

    3M is recalling 77,280 Attest biological indicators due to caps that may melt, deform, or crack during steam sterilization cycles, potentially compromising process validation.

    Product
    3M Attest Super Rapid 5 Steam-Plus Steam Challenge Pack, REF 41482VF; designed to qualify and monitor dynamic-air removal steam sterilization processes
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1609-2023·2023-05-24

    3M Attest Steam Chemical Integrators recalled for potential ink leakage during sterilization

    3M is recalling 3M Attest Steam Chemical Integrators manufactured November 2022–January 2023 due to increased potential for ink leakage during sterilization cycles. Approximately 16.2 million units were distributed worldwide.

    Product
    3M Attest Steam Chemical Integrators, REF 1243A
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1610-2023·2023-05-24

    3M Attest Steam Chemical Integrators Recalled for Ink Leakage Risk

    3M is recalling 2.2 million Attest Steam Chemical Integrators (REF 1243B) due to an increased potential for ink leakage during sterilization cycles. No injuries have been reported.

    Product
    3M Attest Steam Chemical Integrators, REF 1243B
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0188-2022·2021-11-10

    FDA Recalls 3M Red Dot ECG Monitoring Electrodes Due to Potential Carbon Stud Breakage

    3M Red Dot ECG monitoring electrodes (Catalog No. 2244) are being recalled due to potential breakage of the carbon stud from the eyelet. Approximately 2,081,000 units distributed nationwide and internationally are affected.

    Product
    3M Red Dot Electrodes, Radiolucent Monitoring Electrode with Foam Tape, Catalog No. 2244, (3M ID (SKU): 70-2011-8506-6, SAP ID: 7100212989), packaged 10 electrodes per card, 5 cards per pouch, 20 pouches per shipper box, 1,000 electrodes total per shipper box. The 3M Red Dot R
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0421-2021·2020-11-11

    3M Red Dot Monitoring Electrode Recall Due to Corrosion Risk

    3M is recalling Red Dot Monitoring Electrodes because corrosion could cause performance failures in the ECG monitoring product.

    Product
    3M Red Dot Monitoring Electrode with 4mm Adapter - Product Usage: intended to be used by healthcare professionals for ECG monitoring. 10 electrodes per card; 4 cards per pouch; 20 pouches per shipper box (800 electrodes total).
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0422-2021·2020-11-11

    3M Red Dot Monitoring Electrode Recall Due to Corrosion Risk

    3M is recalling Red Dot Monitoring Electrodes because corrosion could cause performance failures in the ECG monitoring product.

    Product
    3M Red Dot Monitoring Electrode with Foam Tape - Product Usage: intended to be used by healthcare professionals for ECG monitoring. 50 electrodes per pouch; 20 pouches per shipper box (1000 electrodes total).
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0420-2021·2020-11-11

    3M Recalls Novaplus Monitoring Electrodes Due to Corrosion Risk

    3M is recalling Novaplus Monitoring Electrodes because corrosion could cause performance failures. The recall affects 156,600 units distributed worldwide.

    Product
    Novaplus Monitoriing Electrode with Foam Tape and Sticky Gel - Product Usage: intended to be used by healthcare professionals for ECG monitoring. 3 electrodes per card; 1 card per pouch; 200 pouches per shipper box (600 electrodes total).
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0423-2021·2020-11-11

    3M Red Dot Monitoring Electrode Recall Due to Corrosion Risk

    3M is recalling Red Dot Monitoring Electrodes because corrosion could cause performance failures in the ECG monitoring product.

    Product
    3M Red Dot Monitoring Electrode with Foam Tape - Product Usage: intended to be used by healthcare professionals for ECG monitoring. 50 electrodes per pouch; 20 pouches per shipper box (1000 electrodes total).
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0419-2021·2020-11-11

    3M Recalls Novaplus Monitoring Electrodes Due to Corrosion Risk

    3M is recalling Novaplus Monitoring Electrodes because corrosion could cause performance failures. The recall affects 1,572,000 units distributed worldwide.

    Product
    Novaplus Monitoriing Electrode with Foam Tape and Sticky Gel - Product Usage: intended to be used by healthcare professionals for ECG monitoring. 5 electrodes per card; 1 card per pouch; 200 pouches per shipper box (1000 electrodes total).
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0719-2020·2020-01-01

    3M Recalls Durapore Advanced Surgical Tape Due to Bond Failure Risk

    3M is recalling Durapore Advanced Surgical Tape because long-term exposure to high moisture may cause bond failure and fiber fraying, posing a risk of accidental ingestion or aspiration.

    Product
    3M Durapore Advanced, Surgical Tape, Model Numbers: 1590-0, 1590-1, 1590-2, 1590-3, 1591-0, 1591-1, 1591-2, 1591-3, 1590S-1, 1590S-2, 1590B-118, 1590B-136
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0791-2019·2019-02-06

    3M Surgical Clipper Recalled for Overheating Risk During Charging

    3M is recalling 19,860 Surgical Clippers due to reports of overheating when charging from modified sine wave power inverters in mobile EMS settings.

    Product
    3M(TM) Surgical Clipper by Remington(R) REF 9602 The 3M Surgical Clipper Classic, 9602, is intended to remove body hair and head hair from patients in preparation for any medical procedure requiring hair removal.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    0 states
  • LowFDA (Devices)·Z-0368-2019·2018-11-07

    3M Fast Release Varnish Recalled for Unpleasant Flavor

    3M is recalling 73 units of Fast Release Varnish due to a manufacturing error that introduced extraneous material, causing an unpleasant flavor.

    Product
    3M Fast Release Varnish, 5% Sodium Fluoride, Mint Flavor, Rx Only, single use. 200 pack, with each package containing 1 0.40 ml varnish and 1 applicator brush. Product is applied to tooth surfaces for sealing dentinal tubules and treatment of hypersensitive teeth.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    8 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0946-2018·2018-03-21

    3M Recalls Ankle Braces Due to Missing Latex Warning Label

    3M is recalling specific ACE and Futuro ankle braces because they contain natural latex rubber but lack the required caution statement.

    Product
    ACE (TM) BRAND, DELUXE ANKLE BRACE, 207736, UPC 0 51131 20387 7
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    0 states
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0945-2018·2018-03-21

    3M Recalls Futuro and ACE Ankle Supports Due to Missing Latex Warning

    3M is recalling Futuro and ACE ankle supports because they contain natural latex rubber but lack the required caution statement.

    Product
    FUTURO (TM) SPORT, QUICK STRAP ANKLE SUPPORT, REF 47736GEN, UPC 0 51131 19692 6
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    0 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0777-2018·2018-03-07

    3M Surgical Clipper Professional 9681 Recalled for Battery Degradation Risk

    3M is recalling 120,000 Surgical Clipper Professional 9681 units worldwide due to lithium-ion battery degradation risks, including excessive heat and potential venting.

    Product
    3M Surgical Clipper Professional 9681
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0598-2018·2018-02-21

    3M Bair Hugger Warming Blanket Recall for Airflow Occlusion Risk

    3M is recalling Bair Hugger warming blankets because a design change may cause airflow blockage, leading to limited inflation during use.

    Product
    3M Bair Hugger(M) Normothermia System, Full Access Underbody Warming Blanket, REF 63500 The 3M Bair Hugger Temperature Management System is intended to prevent and treat hypothermia. In addition, the temperature management system can be used to provide patient thermal comfort
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide