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 the agency’s own highest classification or reported deaths or serious injuries, 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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Siemens is recalling one SOMATOM Definition AS CT scanner because a software error prevents the automatic injection of contrast agent during scans.
Novarad Corporation is recalling NovaPACS software versions 8.4.7, 8.5.3, and 8.5.6 due to a prematurely released pop-up screen.
Medtronic is recalling Alpha total knee replacement femoral components that may not have been passivated according to job traveler requirements.
Merz North America is recalling 1,591 units of Radiesse (+) Lidocaine Injectable Implant because the product could not be expelled from the syringe or needle.
Integra LifeSciences is recalling QWIX Compression Screws because the product labeling incorrectly identifies them as compression screws rather than positioning screws.
Philips is recalling 24 Brilliance BigBore CT scanners because a software upgrade can cause planned anatomy to be cut off in gated helical scan images.
Encore Medical is recalling 866 units of Cobalt HV Bone Cement because the outer packaging incorrectly indicated the product contained Gentamicin, an antibiotic it does not contain.
Siemens is recalling 76 RAPIDPoint 500 software upgrade kits because some include a dialysate mode not cleared for shipment in the United States.
Baxter Healthcare is recalling VASCU-GUARD Peripheral Vascular Patches due to postmarketing reports of intraoperative and postoperative bleeding, including one fatal outcome.
OraSure Technologies is recalling 3,075 units of the OraQuick Ebola Rapid Antigen Test because stability testing revealed intermittent false negative results.
Medtronic is recalling Valleylab Laparoscopic Flat L-Hook Electrodes due to a potential sterile barrier breach. The recall covers 119,770 units distributed worldwide.
Medtronic is recalling Valleylab Laparoscopic Wire L-Hook Electrodes due to a potential sterile barrier breach. The recall covers 50,055 units distributed worldwide.
Medtronic is recalling 3,470 Valleylab Laparoscopic Flat L-Hook Electrodes because the package may be compromised, potentially breaching the sterile barrier.
Medtronic is recalling 1,440 Valleylab Laparoscopic Wire J-Hook Electrodes because the packaging may be compromised, potentially breaching the sterile barrier.
Synthes (USA) Products LLC is voluntarily recalling 182 units of Titanium Single Vector Distractor Bodies because the fastener may separate prematurely from the Proximal Foot Plate.
Synthes (USA) Products LLC is voluntarily recalling 90 units of Titanium Single Vector Distractor Bodies because the fastener may separate prematurely from the Proximal Foot Plate.
Reshape Medical Inc. is recalling 56 units of the ReShape Integrated Dual Balloon System because a manufacturing assembly error may cause saline leakage during inflation.
Medtronic is recalling 19,200 Valleylab Laparoscopic Flexible Argon Electrodes because the packaging may be compromised, potentially breaching the sterile barrier.
Medtronic is recalling 7,319 EnVeo Delivery Catheter Systems worldwide due to a potential for vascular trauma during use.
Avid Medical is recalling 20 Pediatric Kidney Biopsy Trays because they contain a latex dressing that was not labeled as such.
Biomet 3i is recalling 1,648,273 dental implants because pouches may not have been sealed during packing, potentially compromising sterility.
Medtronic is recalling Valleylab Laparoscopic Argon Modified Flat l Electrodes due to a potential sterile barrier breach.
Medtronic is recalling Valleylab Laparoscopic Wire L-Hook Electrodes due to a potential sterile barrier breach. The recall covers 63,320 units distributed worldwide.
Medtronic is recalling Valleylab Laparoscopic Curved Spatula Electrodes due to a potential sterile barrier breach. The recall covers lots 209358X through 60870083X distributed worldwide.
TYRX Inc. is recalling 194 units of the TRYX Neuro Absorbable Antibacterial Envelope because manufacturing processes were not adequately validated.