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.
Minimum severity
The FDA is recalling SCORPIO U-DOME PATELLA knee replacement components because manufacturing used raw material over 5 years old that may have elevated oxidation levels affecting the implant's material properties.
Howmedica Osteonics Corp. is recalling Scorpio-Flex knee bearing inserts made with material over 5 years old that may develop oxidation affecting performance. Affected patients should contact their physician if they experience knee problems.
Howmedica Osteonics is recalling tibial bearing inserts used in knee replacements manufactured from UHMWPE raw material over 5 years old. The material may develop elevated oxidation levels that could impact its structural properties.
Howmedica Osteonics is recalling knee replacement implants manufactured with aged UHMWPE raw material that may have elevated oxidation levels, which could degrade the material's mechanical properties.
Covidien is recalling multiple surgical suture products because certain lots were sterilized with gamma doses exceeding approved levels. The excess radiation may reduce suture strength over time, potentially causing wound failure and bleeding.
Howmedica Osteonics is recalling PS Lipped Tibial Insert knee replacement components manufactured with aged UHMWPE material that may develop oxidation, potentially affecting device properties and performance.
Howmedica is recalling SCORPIO TS knee implants made with raw material over 5 years old due to potential oxidation that could degrade the device's mechanical properties.
Howmedica Osteonics Corp. is recalling certain knee replacement implants made with UHMWPE material over 5 years old that may have oxidized, potentially affecting implant performance.
Howmedica Osteonics Corp. is recalling the Series II Tibial Bear Insert for knee replacement because UHMWPE material over 5 years old may develop elevated oxidation that can affect the component's material properties.
American Contract Systems has recalled Labor and Delivery Packs because certain components may have lost functionality or efficacy due to unvalidated sterilization exposure.
American Contract Systems is recalling 1,020 obstetrical and gynecological surgical kits because components were sterilized without documented assessment of their suitability to the process, potentially causing loss of functionality or drug efficacy.
FX SHOULDER is recalling 4 units of a shoulder glenosphere implant component due to potential manufacturing defects that may result in eccentric product orientation rather than the intended centered design.
American Contract Systems is recalling C-section surgical kits that were sterilized without proper assessment. Components may have lost function or drug efficacy, or have excess sterilization residuals.
TriMed Inc. recalls Volar Bearing Plate wrist fixation systems because bearings may dislodge from distal peg holes during implantation, potentially compromising fracture fixation. Approximately 270 units distributed in five states.
American Contract Systems, Inc. recalls surgical convenience kits whose added components may lack proper sterilization validation, potentially resulting in loss of functionality or retained sterilant residue.
Knee replacement components recalled due to potential oxidation in UHMWPE material that could affect durability. Approximately 76 units distributed in the US with additional international distribution.
AtriCure recalls tank hose assemblies due to manufacturing defects. Certain lots have outer sheaths missing required pin perforations and inner tubes made of incorrect material.
A ball stud on the gas strut may fail on NovoTHOR Whole Body Light Pod units, potentially causing injury if the canopy malfunctions while someone is using the device.
Howmedica Osteonics is recalling Scorpio-Flex knee prosthesis inserts due to potential oxidation in UHMWPE raw material over 5 years old, which could impact material properties.
Howmedica Osteonics is recalling SCORPIO RECESSED PATELLA knee replacement components due to potential oxidation of the UHMWPE material in units manufactured with raw material over 5 years of age.
Howmedica Osteonics is recalling a knee replacement patellar component that may have been manufactured with oxidized raw material. Products using UHMWPE over 5 years old can develop elevated oxidation and degraded material properties.
Aesculap Inc. is recalling needle holder models that were distributed with incorrect product labels. The MB215R was labeled as MB362R and vice versa, which may cause procedural delays.
Olympus is recalling EZDilate Fixed Wire Balloon devices used for esophageal stricture treatment due to reports of inflation/deflation failures, bursting, leaking, and foreign body retention in patients.
TERRAGENE S.A. is recalling over 36,000 chemical integrator strips used to verify sterilization in healthcare settings because the instructions distributed with the products don't match the FDA-cleared instructions for use.
C.R. Bard is recalling 51,750 Bard Nasogastric Sump Tubes with PreVent Anti-Reflux Filter due to reports of inadequate suction and drainage during use.