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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Olympus Corporation issued updated reprocessing instructions for 1,177 BF-P180 EVIS EXERA II Bronchovideoscopes to ensure compliance with FDA validation standards for medical device sterilization.
Olympus Corporation is recalling 431 BF-Q180-AC EVIS EXERA II Bronchovideoscopes to issue validated reprocessing instructions aligned with FDA 2015 guidance.
Olympus Corporation is issuing updated reprocessing instructions for the BF-1T180 EVIS EXERA II Bronchovideoscope to comply with FDA 2015 guidance on medical device reprocessing validation.
Olympus Corporation issued updated reprocessing instructions for the BF-XP60 bronchofiberscope to align with FDA 2015 guidance on medical device reprocessing validation and labeling.
Olympus Corporation is issuing updated reprocessing instructions for 293 BF-XT160 bronchovideoscopes to comply with FDA 2015 guidance. Healthcare facilities should implement the new sterilization and disinfection procedures.
Ultrasound gels sold under multiple brand names have been recalled due to potential bacterial contamination. Approximately 100,114 units distributed nationwide between August 2018 and August 2021 are affected.
Eco-Med Pharmaceutical, Inc. is recalling ultrasound gels and lotions that may contain bacterial contamination. Products were distributed nationally and internationally.
M.D.L. S.r.l. is recalling approximately 4,120 units of general manual surgical instruments nationwide due to compromised sterility assurance. Healthcare facilities should verify lot numbers and quarantine affected instruments immediately.
Roche Molecular Systems is recalling cobas SARS-CoV-2 & Influenza A/B test kits following reports of increased false positive SARS-CoV-2 results.
C.R. Bard is recalling 420 units of Foley catheter care trays nationwide due to potential packaging defects that may impact the sterile barrier.
Aesculap Implant Systems is recalling Univation X System knee implants because they may loosen, potentially requiring additional surgery. The recall affects devices distributed nationwide.
The Sight OLO-E1/U1 diagnostic device software contains a labeling discrepancy: the operator's manual and software present different adult CBC reference ranges, potentially affecting the interpretation of diagnostic results.
C.R. Bard is recalling 3,980 units of Foley catheter supply kits due to potential packaging defects that may compromise the sterile barrier. No illnesses have been reported.
Medtronic is recalling 51,494 DLP Left Heart Vent Catheters due to potential wire protrusion through the catheter tip. This defect could compromise proper device function during use.
M.D.L. S.r.l. has recalled approximately 20,129 soft tissue biopsy needles nationwide because sterility assurance may be compromised.
C.R. Bard Inc is recalling a Foley catheter tray due to potential packaging defects that may compromise the sterile barrier. Approximately 1,710 units were distributed nationwide.
Aesculap Implant Systems is recalling Univation X System knee implants nationwide due to potential loosening that may require revision surgery.
Philips Ultrasound Inc is recalling EPIQ Diagnostic Ultrasound Systems due to a software defect that can cause the device to lock-up while exiting Review Mode during patient exams. Approximately 10,583 systems worldwide are affected.
C.R. Bard is recalling 2,660 units of SureStep Foley Catheter Trays nationwide due to potential packaging defects that may impact the sterile barrier.
Beckman Coulter is recalling Access SARS-CoV-2 IgG test kits nationwide due to insufficient evidence in the FDA authorization submission. The test validation may be inadequate for accurate COVID-19 antibody detection.
C.R. Bard is recalling Foley catheter kits due to packaging defects that may compromise the sterile barrier. No illnesses have been reported.
C.R. Bard Inc is recalling the SureStep Foley Tray (Lot NGEVX108) due to potential packaging defects that may affect the sterile barrier. The product was distributed nationwide.
ConvaTec is recalling DuoDERM CGF and Extra Thin dressings due to potential open seals that could compromise sterility. Approximately 2.7 million units were distributed internationally.
C.R. Bard is recalling 5,950 SureStep Foley Tray kits nationwide due to potential packaging defects that may impact the sterile barrier.
M.D.L. S.r.l. is recalling 2,750 Aspirated Cyto-Histological Biopsy needles nationwide due to compromised sterility assurance. Affected healthcare providers and patients should consult their healthcare provider for guidance.