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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The FDA is recalling 180 Leica HistoCore Arcadia H paraffin embedding stations due to a sealing defect in the paraffin tank that can cause toxic smoke and internal fire.
CareFusion is recalling BD PYXIS MEDBANK medication dispensing cabinets due to a software issue that causes incorrect bin information to print on restock labels, potentially leading to medication selection errors.
GE HealthCare's Discovery MR950 MRI system may incorrectly calculate heating safety limits when using certain imaging sequences in Low SAR Mode, potentially causing overheating of MR-conditional implants.
CareFusion's BD PYXIS MEDBANK automated dispensing cabinet contains a software flaw that may print incorrect medication bin labels, potentially leading to dispensing of wrong medications.
GE Optima MR360 MRI systems with affected software versions may exceed safe radiofrequency energy limits, potentially overheating MR-conditional implants when specific imaging sequences are used. 469 units are affected worldwide.
Baxter Healthcare is recalling the SIGMA Spectrum Infusion Pump (Serial 2158913) distributed nationwide in Florida. The recall is due to improperly performed testing procedures prior to release, which may affect device function.
GE SIGNA MR360 MRI systems with software versions SV25.5 or SV25.6 may exceed prescribed RF exposure limits in certain scan configurations, potentially overheating MR-conditional implants. The recall affects 81 units worldwide.
Olympus is recalling Everest Bipolar Cutting Forceps due to fractures and breakages in packaging trays and Tyvek covers that may compromise sterility. The recall affects 4,364 units distributed worldwide.
Artivion is recalling two CryoValve SG heart valve grafts that were approved and implanted with invalid test results.
A software issue in BD PYXIS MEDBANK automated medication dispensing cabinets can cause incorrect medication bin labels on restock labels, potentially leading to medication storage errors.
American Contract Systems is recalling Cataract Pack convenience kits due to insufficient aeration time during sterilization. The affected units may not be properly sterilized.
A software issue in BD PYXIS MEDBANK automated dispensing cabinets can cause incorrect medication bin labels to print during restocking. This could lead to medication dispensing errors in healthcare facilities.
A software error in CareFusion's BD PYXIS automated medication dispensing cabinet can cause incorrect medication bin numbers to be printed on restock labels, risking medication dispensing errors.
Integra LifeSciences has recalled 265 TruDi NAV Suction Instruments due to incorrect calibration. The miscalibrated units may display inaccurate position information during surgical navigation procedures.
GE SIGNA Voyager MRI systems may exceed prescribed radiofrequency limits under specific operating conditions, risking overheating of MR conditional implants. The issue occurs with certain imaging sequences when the Optimized T2 FLAIR option is disabled.
Medline has recalled Centurion procedure kits containing syringes affected by an FDA safety alert. The syringes may leak, break, or have other quality defects, posing a risk to patient health.
Philips IntelliVue Patient Monitors (models MX400/450/500/550) with software versions L.x or M.x are missing three monitoring capability options (MOS, M06, M20) due to software changes, creating potential for delayed or incorrect treatment. The recall involves 18 units distributed nationwide and internationally.
GE Medical Systems is recalling 3.0T SIGNA HDxt MRI systems because radiofrequency energy can exceed safety limits under specific operating conditions, potentially overheating implanted medical devices in patients.
Steris Corporation recalls 129 Hookup devices (Model 2-8-540HAN) due to incorrect hookup instructions in product documentation. Using wrong connections may prevent proper endoscope disinfection, creating infection risk.
Luminex recalls approximately 1,100 diagnostic kits due to defective test cartridges that may produce false positive results for Staphylococcus lugdunensis and Enterococcus faecium bacteria.
Steris recalls Hookup Model 2-8-540CAS endoscope reprocessor units due to incorrect instructions that could prevent proper disinfection. Using incorrect hookup connections may lead to patient contamination or infection risk.
A software issue in BD PYXIS automated dispensing cabinets may cause incorrect medication bin labels to print during restocking, potentially leading to medication dispensing errors. CareFusion is recalling 16 units.
GE HealthCare is recalling certain MR750 MRI systems with specific software versions. When using particular imaging sequences in Low SAR Mode without the Optimized T2 FLAIR option, the radiofrequency field can exceed safe limits, risking overheating of MR-conditional implants.
Philips IntelliVue patient monitors shipped or updated with software that removes monitoring capabilities, potentially delaying or resulting in incorrect treatment.
American Contract Systems is recalling 224 Biopsy Drape Pack convenience kits due to insufficient aeration time during sterilization, which may have compromised the sterility of affected units. Lot 981241 distributed in CA, KS, ME, MN, MO, NE, and SD is affected.