The Recall Desk

Severity 4 of 5

Severe recalls

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

What “severe” means here

Severity 4 (Severe) recalls have a real, documented risk of significant injury, hospitalization, or property damage even if no deaths have been reported. The agency classification is FDA Class II with hospitalization reports, USDA Class I, or a structural vehicle defect. These need attention quickly — not five-alarm urgency but not something to put off. Examples include allergen mislabeling on common allergens for products eaten by children, drug potency out of specification by a margin that could cause measurable harm, and vehicle defects affecting braking or steering.

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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  • SevereFDA (Food)·F-1956-2013·2013-10-02

    Blythedale Farm Farmstead Brie Recalled for Inadequate Pasteurization

    Blythedale Farm Inc. is recalling 143 units of Farmstead Brie due to inadequate pasteurization. The product was distributed across ten states and Washington, D.C.

    Product
    Blythedale Farm Farmstead Brie, 1 lb white wrapped disc UPC Code:
    Category
    Food
    Distribution
    10 states
  • SevereFDA (Food)·F-1923-2013·2013-10-02

    Healthmaxx Recalls MAX Brand Super Selenium 250 Tablets for Mislabeling

    Healthmaxx Global Inc. is voluntarily recalling MAX Brand Super Selenium 250 tablets because the product label does not match the actual contents.

    Product
    MAX Brand SUPER SELENIUM 250, 180 Count Tablets Product labeling reads in part:"MAX SUPER SELENIUM 250 ***Dietary Supplement 180 Tablet***0 65176 06756 1***Manufactured in FDA Approved Facility For:HealthMax Products Co. Altadena, CA 91001***".
    Category
    Food
    Distribution
    3 states
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-2270-2013·2013-10-02

    Invacare Power Wheelchair Recall for Unintended Slowing or Acceleration

    Invacare is recalling power wheelchairs with specific joysticks due to unintended slowing or acceleration. Users should stop using the device and contact Invacare.

    Product
    Invacare Power Wheelchair, one per box To provide mobility to a person restricted to a sitting position.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    53 states
  • SevereFDA (Food)·F-1957-2013·2013-10-02

    Blythedale Farm Camembert Recalled for Inadequate Pasteurization

    Blythedale Farm Inc. is recalling 9,078 units of Camembert Vermont due to inadequate pasteurization. The product was distributed across 10 states and DC.

    Product
    Blythedale Farm Camembert Vermont, 7 oz wrapped disc in plastic cup UPC Code: 762713669027
    Category
    Food
    Distribution
    10 states
  • SevereNHTSA·13V470000·2013-09-30

    Lamborghini Murcielago Recall for Brake Rotor Screw Failure Risk

    Lamborghini is recalling 2006-2010 Murcielago vehicles because brake rotor screws may fail in salty conditions, reducing braking ability and increasing crash risk.

    Product
    LAMBORGHINI — LAMBORGHINI MURCIELAGO, MURCIELAGO ROADSTER
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereNHTSA·13V476000·2013-09-27

    Daimler Recalls Orion Buses Due to Electrical Fire Risk

    Daimler Buses North America is recalling 2003-2008 Orion V and 2002-2010 Orion VII buses because electrical components may conduct electricity and cause a fire.

    Product
    ORION — ORION V, VII
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereNHTSA·13V454000·2013-09-26

    BMW Recalls 2012-2014 Models for Brake Vacuum Pump Lubrication Defect

    BMW is recalling specific 2012-2014 models because insufficient lubrication in the brake vacuum pump may reduce braking power, increasing crash risk.

    Product
    BMW — BMW 528I, 328I, X1 SAV, Z4
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereNHTSA·13V464000·2013-09-26

    GM Recalls 2013-2014 Chevrolet Sonic for Fuel Tank Bracket Weld Defect

    General Motors is recalling 2013-2014 Chevrolet Sonic vehicles due to insufficient welds on the front fuel tank strap bracket, which may separate and cause a fuel leak or fire.

    Product
    CHEVROLET — CHEVROLET SONIC
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereNHTSA·13V458000·2013-09-26

    Altec Aerial Devices Recalled for Potential Fire Risk from Oil Leak

    Altec is recalling 1,145 aerial devices mounted on Ford Super Duty chassis due to an oil leak that could ignite the exhaust thermal blanket.

    Product
    ALTEC — ALTEC AT37-G, AT237, AT40-G, AT35-G
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Food)·F-1887-2013·2013-09-25

    G. Debbas Chocolatier Recalls Dark Chocolate for Allergen Mislabeling

    G. Debbas Chocolatier is recalling dark chocolate products due to two consumer complaints of allergic reactions. The products were packed in a vegan-declared lunch but the facility processes milk.

    Product
    Professor Zim Zam's Extraordinary Sweets; Dark Chocolate with Sea Salt; All Natural, 55% Cocoa; Net Wt. 0.35 oz (9.9g) Go Picnic: Distributed by Go Picnic Brands, Chicago, IL 60613; Made in USA
    Category
    Food
    Distribution
    0 states
  • SevereNHTSA·13V469000·2013-09-25

    Collins Recalls 2009-2010 School Buses Due to Fire Risk

    Collins is recalling 251 school buses from 2009-2010 because voltage spikes may damage electrical components, increasing the risk of a fire.

    Product
    COLLINS — COLLINS SUPER BANTAM, BANTAM, GRAND BANTAM, MID BUS GRAND GUIDE
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Food)·F-1908-2013·2013-09-25

    Tampa Maid Recalls Breaded Scallops Due to Incorrect Ingredient Labeling

    Tampa Maid Foods is recalling 142 cases of Portico Brand Breaded Scallops because the ingredient labeling is incorrect. The product was distributed in Virginia and Tennessee.

    Product
    Frozen, 4/3 lb unlabeled bags contained in a master carton box labeled in part: "Portico Brand 4/3 lb 170585 Breaded Scallops***Net Wt 12 lb (5.44 kg)***Ingredients:Scallops, Bleached Wheat Flour, Water, Modified Corn Starch, Sugar, Yellow Corn Flour, Salt, Textured Soy Flour…
    Category
    Food
    Distribution
    2 states
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-1050-2013·2013-09-25

    Medaus Recalls Taurine 50 mg/mL PF Due to Sterility Concerns

    Medaus, Inc. is recalling Taurine 50 mg/mL PF, 100 mL, due to laboratory results indicating microbial contamination and concerns about the reliability of sterility testing.

    Product
    Taurine 50 mg/mL PF, 100 mL, Medaus Pharmacy 1-800-526-9183
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-1045-2013·2013-09-25

    JCB Labs Recalls Sodium Citrate Injection Due to Sterility Concerns

    JCB Labs LLC is recalling 397 vials of Sodium Citrate 4% with Gentamicin due to potential microbial contamination and unreliable sterility test results.

    Product
    Sodium Citrate 4% containing Gentamicin 320 mcg/mL, Solution for Injection, 30 mL Multi Dose Vial, Sterile Solution For Office Use Only, JCB Laboratories, Wichita, KS.
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-1046-2013·2013-09-25

    JCB Labs Recalls Sodium Citrate Injection Vials Due to Sterility Concerns

    JCB Labs LLC is recalling 677 vials of Sodium Citrate 4% Solution for Injection because laboratory results indicate microbial contamination and sterility cannot be assured.

    Product
    Sodium Citrate 4% Solution for Injection, 30 mL Multi Dose Vial, Sterile Solution for Office Use Only, JCB Laboratories, Wichita, KS.
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-1040-2013·2013-09-25

    Leiter's Pharmacy Recalls Bevacizumab Syringes Due to Sterility Concerns

    Leiter's Pharmacy is recalling 265 vials of compounded Bevacizumab (Avastin) because a testing lab reported failed sterility results as passing, making the product's sterility unassured.

    Product
    Bevacizumab (Avastin) 2.5mg/0.1mL PF Inj., 0.1 mL syringe, Compounded by Leiter's Compounding Pharmacy, 1700 Park Ave., # 30, San Jose, CA 95126
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-1059-2013·2013-09-25

    Avella Recalls Vancomycin and Bevacizumab Due to Sterility Concerns

    Avella Specialty Pharmacy is recalling vancomycin and bevacizumab products due to concerns about sterility assurance with its independent testing laboratory.

    Product
    Vancomycin PF (BSS) 1%, 1 mL, Avella Specialty Pharmacy, Phoenix, AZ 85085, 877-782-7684
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-2188-2013·2013-09-25

    B. Braun Outlook ES Infusion Pumps Recalled for Display Error

    B. Braun Medical Inc. is recalling Outlook ES pumps because the display may show infusion is active when the pump has actually stopped.

    Product
    Outlook ES pump is intended for use with B. Braun Medical Inc. Horizon Pump IV Sets. Used to regulate the flow of primary and secondary fluids when positive pressure is required. The infusion system is capable of delivering fluid from a negative head height (when the IV fluid…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Food)·F-1889-2013·2013-09-25

    G. Debbas Chocolatier Recalls Dark Chocolate with Orange Due to Allergen Mislabeling

    G. Debbas Chocolatier is recalling Dark Chocolate with Orange pieces because they were packed in a vegan-labeled lunch containing milk.

    Product
    Professor Zim Zam's Extraordinary Sweets; Dark Chocolate with Orange; All Natural, 55% Cocoa; Net Wt. 0.35 oz (9.9g) Go Picnic: Distributed by Go Picnic Brands, Chicago, IL 60613; Made in USA
    Category
    Food
    Distribution
    0 states
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-1041-2013·2013-09-25

    Leiter's Pharmacy Recalls Lidocaine/Phenylephrine Vials Due to Sterility Concerns

    Leiter's Pharmacy is recalling 728 vials of Lidocaine/Phenylephrine PF 1%/1.5% injectible solution because sterility cannot be assured after failed test results were incorrectly reported as passing.

    Product
    Lidocaine/Phenylephrine PF 1%/1.5% Injectible vials, 1 mL Single Use Vial, Compounded by Leiter's Compounding Pharmacy, 1700 Park Ave., # 30, San Jose, CA 95126
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide