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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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.
Vortex Surgical has voluntarily recalled 800 ACTU8 FORCEPS units due to residue identified on forceps tips. The recall affects surgical instruments distributed in the US (OH, WA, MN, MI, IA) and Korea.
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.
American Contract Systems recalled 144 custom OB/GYN procedural kits after discovering components were sterilized without proper documentation, potentially losing functionality or efficacy. Affected units were distributed nationwide.
American Contract Systems is recalling 940 ophthalmic surgical kits nationwide due to undocumented components that may lack functionality, drug efficacy, or contain elevated sterilization residuals.
Howmedica Osteonics Corp. is recalling SCORPIO TS TIB knee replacement implants manufactured with aged raw material that may develop oxidation, potentially affecting performance.
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.
American Contract Systems is recalling AHN BIOPSY STERILE procedure kits nationwide because several components were improperly sterilized, potentially compromising device functionality and drug efficacy.
Howmedica Osteonics Corp. is recalling SCORPIO Total Knee replacement components from specific manufacturing batches due to potential oxidation in raw materials over 5 years old. Oxidation can impact the material's properties.
Howmedica Osteonics Corp. is recalling LEFT LARGE-PCA knee replacement inserts manufactured with raw material over 5 years old due to potential elevated oxidation levels that could affect material properties.
Howmedica Osteonics Corp. is recalling LARGE PRIMARY REV.TIB.INSERT-DURACON knee implants manufactured with aged UHMWPE material that may have elevated oxidation levels. Affected patients should consult their healthcare provider.
Philips has recalled certain SmartPath to dStream MRI coil components because the seal adhesive may fail, creating sharp edges that could contact patients during scanning and cause skin and tissue injuries.
Howmedica Osteonics Corp. is recalling SCORPIO RECESSED PATELLA knee replacement components manufactured from UHMWPE raw material over 5 years of age, which may develop elevated oxidation affecting material properties.
Certain SCORPIO U-DOME PATELLA knee replacement devices may experience material degradation due to aged raw material. The manufacturer is recalling affected units because material oxidation could compromise device durability and performance.
An endoscopic surgical stapler reload may fail to properly form staples during use, potentially leaving tissue inadequately sealed. This could lead to bleeding or require additional surgery.
Howmedica is recalling knee replacement implants manufactured with UHMWPE material over 5 years old due to potential oxidation that could affect material properties.
Philips is recalling Ingenia 1.5T CX MRI scanners because the Quadrature Body Coil seal adhesive may fail, creating sharp edges that could injure patients. Model numbers 781262 and 781261 are affected.
Howmedica Osteonics is recalling SCORPIO TS TIB knee implant inserts (Part Number 72-4-0510) manufactured with UHMWPE material over 5 years old. The material may have elevated oxidation levels that could affect implant performance.
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.
Philips is recalling the Achieva 1.5T Initial MRI system due to a defective Quadrature Body Coil seal. The adhesive may fail and create sharp edges that could cut or abrade patients during scanning.
Philips Achieva 1.5T MRI scanner components may experience coil seal adhesive failure, creating sharp edges that could injure patients. Affected devices have been distributed worldwide.
Howmedica Osteonics is recalling knee replacement inserts manufactured with UHMWPE material over 5 years old, which may develop elevated oxidation levels that could affect joint stability.
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 Scorpio-Flex knee implant inserts manufactured with over-5-year-old UHMWPE material, which may develop elevated oxidation levels that could affect material properties.
American Contract Systems recalled 1,031 urological procedure kits nationwide due to sterilization process defects. Components may have damaged functionality, reduced drug efficacy, or elevated sterilization residuals.