The Recall Desk

Severity 1 of 5

Low recalls

Cosmetic or documentation issue. No expected health impact, but the manufacturer is correcting the affected products.

What “low” means here

Severity 1 (Low) recalls are typically cosmetic defects, documentation issues, packaging-only problems, and Class III administrative corrections. The product itself is unlikely to cause adverse health consequences. The manufacturer is correcting the issue to comply with FDA or USDA rules, not because anyone is at risk. You can almost always continue using a Severity-1 product without concern.

The full rubric is on the methodology page. Severity is computed deterministically from the agency’s own classification plus the source text — no editorial vibes.

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  • LowFDA (Devices)·Z-1259-2020·2020-02-26

    Advanced Bionics Cochlear Implant Electrode Recalled for Documentation Error

    Advanced Bionics is recalling four HiResolution Bionic Ear System electrodes in Japan because three materials were omitted from the approved bio-compatibility list.

    Product
    HiResolution Bionic Ear System HiRes 90K Advantage CI HiFocus MS Electrode REF CI-1500-04. Cochlear Implant.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    0 states
  • LowFDA (Devices)·Z-1239-2020·2020-02-26

    Arrow FlexTip Plus Catheterization Kit Recalled for Incorrect Expiration Date

    Arrow International Inc. is recalling 1,150 units of FlexTip Plus Combined Spinal Epidural Catheterization Kits because the product lidstock contains the incorrect expiration date.

    Product
    Arrow FlexTip Plus(R) Combined Spinal Epidural Catheterization Kit ASK-05560-WH
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • LowFDA (Devices)·Z-1119-2020·2020-02-19

    LivaNova Sorin Connect Datapad Recall for Incorrect Manufacturing Date Labels

    LivaNova USA Inc. is recalling five Sorin Connect Datapad devices because they have incorrect manufacturing date labels. The devices were distributed in New Jersey and California.

    Product
    LivaNova Sorin Connect DPIII KOMPL. S5 REF 96-415-130, 2017-08-15, IPX1, RXOnly, (01)04033817901594 Product Usage: The S5 System is used to perform, control and monitor extracorporeal blood circulation during an operation for up to six hours.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    2 states
  • LowFDA (Devices)·Z-1229-2020·2020-02-19

    Taewoong Esophageal Stents Recalled Due to Misprinted Instructions for Use

    Taewoong Medical Co., Ltd. is recalling 178 esophageal stents because the Instructions for Use (IFUs) shipped with the devices were misprinted.

    Product
    Niti-S Esophageal Stent, REF ES1806F, ES1808F, ES1810F, ES1815F, ES2006B, ES2010B, ES1612B, ES1615B, ES1810B, ES1812B, ES1815B, ES1610F, ES1612F, ES1615F, ES2006F, ES2008F, ES2010F; Esophageal TTS Stent, REF: EST1806F, EST2012F, EST2012B, EST2015F, EST2008F, EST1808F, EST1814
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    1 state
  • LowFDA (Drugs)·D-0843-2020·2020-02-19

    Par Pharmaceutical Recalls Frovatriptan Tablets Due to Incorrect Expiration Date

    Par Pharmaceutical is recalling 9,936 cartons of Frovatriptan Succinate Tablets, 2.5mg, because they are labeled with an incorrect expiration date.

    Product
    Frovatriptan Succinate Tablets, 2.5mg, packaged in 1 blister card of 9 tablets per carton, Rx Only, Manufactured by: Almac Pharma Services Limited, Craigavon, BT63 5UA, UK; Manufactured for: Par Pharmaceutical, Chestnut Ridge, NY 10977, NDC 0603-3718-34.
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • LowFDA (Devices)·Z-1100-2020·2020-02-12

    Randox Liquid Clinical Chemistry Control Recalled for Transcription Error

    Randox Laboratories is recalling Liquid Clinical Chemistry Control lot 1021 UE due to a transcription error in the Lipase value.

    Product
    Liquid Clinical Chemistry Control, Catalogue Number: LAE4217, Size: 12 x 5 ml
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    2 states
  • LowFDA (Devices)·Z-0924-2020·2020-02-12

    Neodent Tapered Guided Surgery Drill Recalled for Incorrect Laser Engraving

    Jjgc Industria E Comercio De Materials Dentarios Sa is recalling two Neodent Tapered Guided Surgery Drills because the laser engraving incorrectly identifies the model.

    Product
    Neodent Tapered Guided Surgery Drill, Article No. 103.436. UDI 07899878030041. The device is a dental burr.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    2 states
  • LowFDA (Drugs)·D-0829-2020·2020-02-12

    Unichem Recalls Clonidine Hydrochloride Tablets Due to Benzophenone Migration

    Unichem Pharmaceuticals is recalling Clonidine Hydrochloride tablets due to potential benzophenone migration from container labels. This is a precautionary measure.

    Product
    CLONIDINE HYDROCHLORIDE — CLONIDINE HYDROCHLORIDE (CLONIDINE HYDROCHLORIDE)
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • LowFDA (Devices)·Z-0876-2020·2020-02-05

    GE Healthcare Recalls SIGNA Pioneer MRI Systems Due to Date Errors

    GE Healthcare is recalling 62 SIGNA Pioneer MRI systems because an installation issue may cause incorrect dates on medical images.

    Product
    SIGNA Pioneer Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Imaging System - Product Usage: is a whole body magnetic resonance scanner designed to support high resolution, high signal-to-noise ratio, and short scan times.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • LowFDA (Devices)·Z-0820-2020·2020-01-29

    Koios DS Breast Software Recalled for Missing Quality Documentation

    Koios Medical is recalling 10 units of Koios DS Breast software due to insufficient documentation of required quality procedures.

    Product
    Koios DS Breast <series 1.0>. The device is a software application which assists skilled physicians in analyzing breast ultrasound images.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    3 states
  • LowFDA (Devices)·Z-0797-2020·2020-01-22

    Teleflex RuSCH Male External Catheter Recalled for Incorrect Sterility Labeling

    Teleflex Medical is recalling RuSCH One piece Male External Medium Catheters because the labels incorrectly state the devices are sterile, though they are not required to be.

    Product
    Teleflex MEDICAL RuSCH One piece Male External Medium Catheter W/O Tape, REF A1500M
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    11 states
  • LowFDA (Devices)·Z-0796-2020·2020-01-22

    Teleflex RuSCH Male External Catheter Recalled for Incorrect Sterility Labeling

    Teleflex Medical is recalling RuSCH One piece Male External Regular Catheters because the labels incorrectly state the devices are sterile, though they are not required to be.

    Product
    Teleflex MEDICAL RuSCH One piece Male External Regular Catheter W/O Tape, REF A1500
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    11 states
  • LowFDA (Drugs)·D-0789-2020·2020-01-22

    AuroMedics Recalls Moxifloxacin Ophthalmic Solution Due to Discoloration

    AuroMedics Pharma LLC is recalling Moxifloxacin Ophthalmic Solution due to market complaints of discoloration. The affected product is distributed nationwide in the U.S.

    Product
    MOXIFLOXACIN — MOXIFLOXACIN (MOXIFLOXACIN)
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • LowFDA (Drugs)·D-0790-2020·2020-01-22

    Lupin Recalls Tri-Lo-Marzia Tablets Due to Blend Uniformity Deviations

    Lupin Pharmaceuticals is recalling specific lots of Tri-Lo-Marzia oral contraceptives due to out-of-specification test results found during a retrospective review of blend uniformity data.

    Product
    Tri-Lo-Marzia (Norgestimate and Ethinyl Estradiol Tablets, USP), 0.180 mg/0.025 mg; 0.215mg/0.025 mg and 0.250 mg/0.025 mg, Pack size - 3 x 28's wallets/carton, Rx Only, Distributed by Lupin Pharmaceuticals, Inc, Baltimore MD 21202, Manufactured by: Lupin Limited, Pithampur, (M.P
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • LowFDA (Drugs)·D-0784-2020·2020-01-15

    Idelle Labs Recalls SURE Antiperspirant for Undeclared Active Ingredient

    Idelle Labs is recalling SURE 48hr Confidence Nourishing Coconut Antiperspirant & Deodorant because the label lists an active ingredient that is not actually in the product.

    Product
    SURE 48hr Confidence Nourishing Coconut invisible solid Antiperspirant & Deodorant Net Wt 2.6 oz (73g) NDC# 41595-5547-1 UPC 8 83484 31020 5 Made in Canada and Distributed by Idelle Labs, Ltd., El Paso, TX 79912
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • LowFDA (Drugs)·D-0635-2020·2020-01-08

    Lupin Recalls Bimatoprost Ophthalmic Solution Due to Impurity Specifications

    Lupin Pharmaceuticals is recalling 2,130 bottles of Bimatoprost Ophthalmic Solution because an out-of-specification impurity was detected.

    Product
    Bimatoprost Ophthalmic Solution, 0.03%, For Use in the Eyes Only, Sterile, Rx Only, 7.5 mL bottle, Manufactured by: Lupin Limited, Pithampur (M.P.), INDIA, NDC: 68180-429-03.
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • LowFDA (Devices)·Z-0771-2020·2020-01-08

    Nidek Specular Microscope Recalled for Electromagnetic Noise Exceeding Standards

    Nidek, Inc. is recalling 13 Specular Microscopes, Model CEM-530, because their electromagnetic noise exceeded the upper limit of the Electromagnetic Compatibility Standard.

    Product
    NIDEK Specular Microscope, Model CEM-530 - Product Usage: The device provides noncontact, high magnification image capture of endothelium enabling observation of the size and shape of cells. Information such as the number of endothelial cells, cell density, and cell area is analy
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • LowFDA (Drugs)·D-0634-2020·2020-01-08

    PCA Skin Blemish Control Bar Recalled for High Salicylic Acid Content

    Island Kinetics is recalling PCA Skin Blemish Control Bar because the salicylic acid content exceeds the firm's specifications.

    Product
    PCA Skin Blemish Control Bar, 3.2 oz/90g, Salicylic acid 2% - Acne cleanser, For external use only, Distributed by PCA Skin, 6210 E. Thomas Rd., Ste. 200, Scottsdale, AZ 85251; UPC 812025010397.
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    1 state
  • LowFDA (Food)·F-0444-2020·2020-01-08

    Chicken of the Sea Sardines Recalled for Incorrect Labeling

    Chicken of the Sea is recalling specific cans of sardines because they were labeled as 'in Water' but actually contain tomato sauce.

    Product
    Chicken of the Sea Sardines in Water; Net Wt. 3.75 oz. (106g) UPC 0 48000 00707 0 18 Individual items per case Ingredient: Sardines, water, salt. Distributed by Chicken of the Sea International, San Diego, CA Product of Poland.
    Category
    Food
    Distribution
    9 states
  • LowFDA (Drugs)·D-0627-2020·2020-01-01

    Pharmedium Recalls Subpotent Repinephrine Bitartrate Injection Bags

    Pharmedium Services LLC is recalling 5,808 bags of Repinephrine Bitartrate Injection due to subpotent drug levels. The FDA classified this as a Class III recall.

    Product
    NORepinephrine Bitartrate 4 mg added to 250 mL 5% Dextrose Injection USP (16 mcg per mL) Total Volume 254.00 mL Viaflex Bag, High Alert, Rx Only, PharMEDium Services LLC., 12620 W Airport Blvd #130 Sugar Land, TX 77478.
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • LowFDA (Devices)·Z-0745-2020·2020-01-01

    Tosoh AIA-PACK B12 Pretreatment Set Recalled for Barcode Reading Errors

    Tosoh Smd Inc is recalling AIA-PACK B12 Pretreatment Sets due to barcode scanning issues that may delay diagnostic results.

    Product
    AIA-PACK B12 Pretreatment Set- IVD for diagnostic use for pre-treatment of calibrators/controls. Part Number: 020706
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • LowFDA (Devices)·Z-0731-2020·2020-01-01

    INTEGRA Drill CS 4.5 Recalled for Incorrect Instructions for Use

    AAP Implantate Ag is recalling two units of INTEGRA Drill CS 4.5 in Texas due to incorrect instructions for use.

    Product
    INTEGRA, Drill CS 4.5, quick coupling single use, REF 430453
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    1 state
  • LowFDA (Devices)·Z-0732-2020·2020-01-01

    AAP Implantate Drill CS 4.0 Recalled for Incorrect Instructions

    AAP Implantate Ag is recalling 7 units of INTEGRA Drill CS 4.0 in Texas due to incorrect instructions for use.

    Product
    INTEGRA, Drill CS 4.0, quick coupling single use, REF 430425
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    1 state
  • LowFDA (Drugs)·D-0626-2020·2020-01-01

    Pharmedium Recalls Subpotent Repinephrine Bitartrate Injection Bags Nationwide

    Pharmedium Services LLC is voluntarily recalling 864 bags of repinephrine bitartrate injection because the drug was subpotent. The recall covers nationwide distribution in the U.S.

    Product
    NORepinephrine Bitartrate 8 mg added to 500 mL 5% Dextrose Injection USP (16 mcg per mL) Total Volume 508.00 mL Viaflex Bag, High Alert, Rx Only, PharMEDium Services LLC., 12620 W Airport Blvd #130 Sugar Land, TX 77478.
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • LowFDA (Drugs)·D-0625-2020·2020-01-01

    Pharmedium Recalls Subpotent Repinephrine Bitartrate Injection Bags

    Pharmedium Services LLC is voluntarily recalling 5,820 bags of subpotent repinephrine bitartrate injection. The FDA classified this as a Class III recall.

    Product
    NORepinephrine Bitartrate 8 mg added to 250 mL 5% Dextrose Injection USP (32 mcg per mL) Total Volume 258.00 mL Viaflex Bag, High Alert, Rx Only, PharMEDium Services LLC., 12620 W Airport Blvd #130 Sugar Land, TX 77478.
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide