Recalls
Searchable archive of product recalls from the FDA, USDA FSIS, CPSC, NHTSA, and EPA — translated into plain English, severity-scored from objective criteria, and always linked back to the original government notice.
Every recall on this list has been scored 1–5 against an objective rubric from the agency’s own classification, presence of reported injuries or deaths, distribution scope, and hazard type. The colored severity badge on each card is the score — 5 (Critical) means deaths or serious injuries are reported, 4 (Severe) means significant injury or hospitalization risk, and 3 (High) means a known hazard with no confirmed harm yet. Filter to 3+ (High and above) if you want to skip routine Class-III notices.
The agency chips above control which streams are visible. FDA spans food, drugs, and medical devices. USDA FSIS is meat, poultry, and processed egg products. CPSC is household consumer products. NHTSA is vehicles, tires, and child seats. Nationwide on a card means the recall affects every US state — most do — while a state list means distribution was limited.
Click any recall to see the full summary, affected lot codes and model numbers, the agency’s own classification, and a direct link back to the original government notice for verification.
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FreeStyle Libre 2 Readers may display an 'Incompatible Sensor' error when attempting to activate a new sensor after incomplete 14-day wear, potentially preventing new sensor activation and causing delayed glucose monitoring.
Carefusion is recalling specific lots of Snowden-Pencer MIS endoscopic surgical clamps due to potential cracking or breaking of the rotation knob caused by incorrect adhesive use during manufacturing.
Carefusion is recalling Snowden-Pencer endoscopic graspers due to potential rotation knob cracking from a manufacturing adhesive defect. Affected lot B23 was distributed in the US and Canada.
Carefusion 2200 Inc is recalling Snowden-Pencer MIS DIAMOND-TOUCH DISSECTOR endoscopic surgical instruments due to potential cracking of the rotation knob from incorrect adhesive use in manufacturing. Lot B23 is affected.
Carefusion is recalling specific lots of surgical graspers due to potential cracking of the rotation knob caused by incorrect adhesive use in manufacturing. Affected devices may fail during surgical procedures.
Carefusion 2200 Inc is recalling specific lots of the Snowden-Pencer DIAMOND-TOUCH GRASPER endoscopic surgical instrument due to a manufacturing defect that may cause the rotation knob to crack or break, potentially compromising surgical performance.
Carefusion is recalling Snowden-Pencer MIS surgical graspers (lot B23) distributed in the US and Canada because the rotation knob may crack or break due to a manufacturing adhesive defect. Affected devices could malfunction during surgical use.
Olympus HF Resection Electrodes are being recalled due to reports of loop wire breakage when contacting metal objects. Broken fragments can fall inside the patient and require retrieval.
Snowden-Pencer endoscopic surgical clamps may have rotation knobs that crack or break due to manufacturing defect. Lot B23 units should not be used.
Carefusion 2200 Inc is recalling specific lots of the Snowden-Pencer MIS surgical dissector because the rotation knob may crack or break due to a manufacturing defect.
Carefusion is recalling specific lots of Snowden-Pencer surgical graspers used in endoscopy due to a manufacturing defect that could cause the rotation knob to crack or break. The affected instrument may malfunction during surgical procedures.
Carefusion 2200 Inc recalls 42 units of Snowden-Pencer surgical dissectors distributed in the US and Canada due to potential cracking of the rotation knob caused by an adhesive defect in manufacturing.
Medtronic is recalling 44 units of the Duet External Drainage and Monitoring system because the product labels contain an incorrect expiration date. The affected lot (226632942) was distributed nationwide.
Waldemar Link GmbH recalled LINK MP Monoblock hip stem trial instruments (Size 23) nationwide due to increased force required for removal post-impaction, potentially prolonging surgery time.
LINK MP Monoblock hip stem trial instruments may require increased force to remove during surgery, potentially prolonging procedures or requiring surgical modification.
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.
ORTHO-CLINICAL DIAGNOSTICS is recalling VITROS Troponin I ES Reagent Pack due to potential incorrect wells that could generate false negative diagnostic results. Lot 4800 with expiration 10-Jun-2023 is affected.
Philips MR 7700 MRI systems can have their smoke detector interlock safety mechanism bypassed when power cycled after smoke detection, allowing continued operation despite potential fire hazards.
The FDA is recalling 127 Ellacor System devices for a potential bearing adhesive failure in the handpiece. The defect could cause core overlap, leading to prolonged healing and scarring.
A trial hip stem implant may require excessive force to remove after insertion during surgery, potentially prolonging the procedure or requiring surgical modification.
Siemens recalls ARTIS icono biplane angiography systems with defective cable connectors that may cause thermal overload, burning smell, and loss of imaging functionality during clinical procedures.
Medline is recalling the Total Hip Kit (REF DYNJ903275S) because the included prep solution expires before the kit itself expires. Sixteen kits with lot code 23CDC733 were distributed nationwide.
Stryker's HoverMatt 39-inch inflatable transfer mattresses contain 34-inch units inside, reducing available support surface. This increases friction during patient transfers and raises the risk of skin tears.
Philips Ingenia Elition X MR systems can have their smoke detection safety interlock bypassed by power cycling the equipment. This vulnerability could allow unsafe operation during hazardous conditions.
Olympus revised OER-Pro labeling because two endoscope models (LF-V, LF-P) are no longer compatible. Sterilization parameters and cleaning procedures have also changed.