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 the agency’s own highest classification or reported deaths or serious injuries, 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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Synthes is recalling 47 VA-LCP Clavicle Plate 2.7 bone fixation implants (Lot 1201P12) distributed worldwide because sterility cannot be confirmed. Non-sterile surgical implants pose risk of infection.
Aesculap Inc has recalled Hasson trocar surgical instruments (18 units) because sterile blister packaging may be damaged and sterility compromised. The recall affects the U.S. (Kansas, New Jersey, New York) and Canada.
Howmedica Osteonics Corp. is recalling X3 Triathlon inserts due to potential breaches in sterile packaging. The breach could compromise device sterility and allow contamination if the affected units are used.
A software defect in VITROS 5600 Systems prevents quality control baseline statistics from updating properly, which may cause erroneous patient test results to be reported.
Synthes has recalled 17 units of 1.5MM surgical drill bits worldwide because the products could not be confirmed as sterilized, posing an infection risk during orthopedic procedures.
Howmedica Osteonics is recalling tibial inserts due to potential breaches in sterile packaging. The breach could allow device contamination and increase post-operative infection risk.
Vantage Titan MRI systems display and document spatial field gradient values that are lower than correct, which may cause discomfort in patients with MR-conditional devices.
Micro Therapeutics is recalling Apollo Onyx Delivery Microcatheter devices with incorrect indications for use. European-version devices were distributed in the U.S. across 29 states.
Invacare Corporation is recalling approximately 8,117 bed component units nationwide due to a potential weld defect that may cause premature weld failure.
FGP Manufacturing recalls Frios Gourmet Pops due to undeclared sulfites in frozen popsicles distributed to franchise owners across 17 states. Consumers with sulfite sensitivity should not consume the product.
Waldemar Link is recalling Embrace Drill Tower surgical instruments due to mixed-up type descriptions ("standard" vs "wedged") in the accompanying surgical technique documentation.
BD Pyxis automated dispensing cabinets with affected software may randomly hang, freeze, or crash, potentially delaying medication access and causing data loss. Approximately 20,443 units are affected worldwide.
FUJIFILM's Synapse PACS Version 7.2.200 produces incorrect measurements when analyzing certain breast imaging scans without pixel spacing data. This measurement error could affect diagnostic accuracy.
FUJIFILM's Synapse PACS Version 7.2.000 produces incorrect measurements in breast imaging when analyzing Secondary Capture 2D images lacking pixel spacing information. Affected healthcare facilities should discontinue use for breast imaging measurements.
A software defect in the VITROS 3600 Immunodiagnostic System may cause quality control baseline statistics to fail to update properly, potentially resulting in erroneous patient test results.
Aesculap Inc is recalling Disposable Trocars with Dilating Pins (Product Code EK224SU) due to potentially damaged sterile blister packaging that may compromise sterility. Affected units were distributed in the US and Canada.
Synthes (USA) Products LLC is recalling 30 units of 2.5MM sterile surgical drill bits (Lot 77P6506) because sterility cannot be confirmed. Non-sterile surgical instruments pose a risk of surgical site infection if used in orthopedic procedures.
Canon Medical's Vantage Elan MRI system may display incorrect maximum Spatial Field Gradient values, potentially causing discomfort in patients with MR conditional devices.
Synthes is recalling 30 Opal intervertebral cage spinal implants (Lot 427P153) because sterility cannot be confirmed. Patients with these devices should contact their surgeon immediately.
Aesculap Inc is recalling disposable trocars with dilating pins (Product Code EK234SU) because their sterile blister packaging may be damaged, potentially compromising sterility. This Class II recall affects units distributed in the US and Canada.
Lian Sheng Dried Plum is recalled due to undeclared sulfites. The product contains 21.91 mg/serving of sulfites that are not listed on the label, posing a risk to people with sulfite sensitivity.
Paragon 28, Inc. is recalling the Phantom TTC Nail (10.0 X 150mm, RIGHT) distributed in California, as these devices were shipped prior to sterilization. Unsterilized surgical implants pose a serious risk of infection and complications.
Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics is recalling VITROS XT 7600 systems with software defects in versions 3.8.0 and 3.8.1. The defect prevents quality control rules from being properly reported, which could cause erroneous patient test results.
Rong Shing Trading NY Inc is recalling 4.7oz bottles of Dried Tangerine Plum due to undeclared sulfites. Products distributed in Florida and New York with best-before date 05/31/2023 may be affected.
Synapse PACS Version 7.1.000US may produce incorrect measurements when Secondary Capture 2D images lack pixel spacing information in the DICOM header. The affected software is installed in healthcare facilities worldwide, including the United States and Puerto Rico.