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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Medline Industries is recalling Centurion ear speculum sets due to weak seals that could compromise sterility. The defect may not be detectable by users and could allow contamination if the seal fails.
MEDLINE INDUSTRIES is recalling Centurion 10mL sterile blood collection tubes due to weak seals that may compromise sterility and allow contamination if they fail.
Covidien is recalling Signia Small Diameter Curved Tip Intelligent Reload surgical stapler reloads due to potential malfunction that could disrupt the staple line during use. The affected reloads may articulate uncontrollably due to unsecured components.
Medline Industries is recalling 800 units of 4.5-inch wire cut scissors due to a weak seal that could compromise sterility if it fails during use or storage.
Medline is recalling Centurion manual surgical kits with potentially weak seals that may result in a breach of sterility if the seal fails. The weak seal may not be detectable by all users.
Covidien Auto Suture Blunt Tip Trocar units may experience seal disengagement when mesh products are used incorrectly with the device. Healthcare facilities should discontinue use of affected units and contact Covidien for guidance.
Medline Industries is recalling Centurion Curette kits because some may have weak seals that could compromise product sterility. The weak seal may not be detectable during inspection.
Covidien recalls 44,777 Auto Suture Blunt Tip Trocars worldwide due to potential seal disengagement when mesh products are used incorrectly with the device.
Medline is recalling alcohol swabsticks that may have weak seals potentially compromising product sterility. The defect may not be visible to users.
Terumo is recalling 20,533 cardiovascular procedure kits due to a pressure relief valve that opens at incorrect pressure (200-300 mmHg instead of 400 mmHg). The defect could cause myocardial tissue damage during cardiac surgery.
Life Technologies Corporation is recalling Torrent Suite Dx Software versions 5.14 and earlier due to a cybersecurity vulnerability that could allow unauthorized access to alter instrument settings, configurations, software, or data.
Covidien is recalling approximately 11,796 Auto Suture Blunt Tip Trocar units due to potential seal disengagement when mesh products are used incorrectly with the device. The issue could occur during surgical procedures.
Exactech Equinoxe glenoid shoulder implants were packaged with non-conforming bags lacking an oxygen barrier layer (EVOH), creating potential risk of material degradation. The Class II recall affects 180 units distributed nationwide and internationally.
Centurion Sterile Cotton Dental Rolls with weak seals may have compromised sterility. Affected products may allow contamination if the seal fails.
Medline Industries is recalling 1700 units of Centurion Manual surgical kits due to potential weak seals that could compromise sterility. The weak seal may not be detectable by users.
Exactech is recalling 805 Equinoxe glenoid implant components due to nonconforming vacuum packaging that lacks required oxygen barrier protection, which could affect sterility.
Medline Industries is recalling Centurion surgical scissors due to potentially weak seals that may compromise sterility. Users cannot reliably detect the defect, creating risk if compromised instruments are used in surgery.
Karl Storz optical scissors (REF 115400S) are being recalled due to inadequate validation evidence for reprocessing procedures. The 27 affected units were distributed nationwide; users should contact the manufacturer for guidance.
Medline's Centurion Manual surgical kits may have weak seals that fail to maintain sterility. If seals breach, microorganisms could contaminate the sterile contents, posing infection risk during surgery.
Covidien is recalling 93,673 Auto Suture Blunt Tip Trocars due to potential seal disengagement when mesh products are used incorrectly. Improper use could compromise device integrity during laparoscopic procedures.
Exactech is recalling 35 units of Equinoxe shoulder arthroplasty glenoid components because packaging lacks required oxygen barrier protection. The components were packaged in vacuum bags without Ethylene Vinyl Alcohol (EVOH) layers.
Medline M1S0179 sterile tape/pen packs may have weak seals that could compromise product sterility. The weakness may not be visible during normal inspection.
Becton Dickinson recalls BD Phoenix NMIC-306 microbiology diagnostic panels due to confirmed drug cross-contamination that may lead to incorrect bacterial identification and delayed treatment.
Stryker recalled specific lots of Infinity Resection Adjustment Blocks due to a missing internal screw that locks the medial/lateral adjustment mechanism. The defect affects 47 units used in ankle arthroplasty procedures.
Abbott is recalling certain myoglobin test kits because of manufacturing defects that could lead to incorrect results and delayed heart attack diagnosis.