Severity 4 of 5
Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.
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.
Dennis Eagle is recalling 2017-2018 Elite garbage trucks because the anti-lock braking system may activate on the wrong side, increasing stopping distance.
Halcore is recalling 2018-2020 Horton ambulances because a rear brake line may wear from contact with suspension parts, risking brake loss.
Toyota is recalling 2019-2020 RAV4 and RAV4 Hybrid vehicles because front lower suspension arms may crack and separate, risking loss of vehicle control.
Vac-Tron is recalling 2016-2020 vacuum excavator trailers because the rear extends too far, failing federal safety standards and increasing crash risks.
Philips is recalling 25 Zenition 50 devices because strain relief loss can cause electrical contacts to break, potentially exposing live parts or losing the video signal.
Vac-Tron is recalling 2016-2020 vacuum excavator trailers because the rear extends too far, reducing impact protection and increasing crash risk.
Intuitive Surgical is recalling 74 da Vinci Xi Surgical Systems because a manufacturing variation can cause arm faults and loss of functionality during surgery.
Philips is recalling 25 Zenition 70 systems because strain relief loss on the trolley cable can break electrical contacts, exposing live parts.
MasterPharm LLC is recalling Finasteride Plus 1.25 mg capsules because they were found to contain minoxidil. The recall covers 7,260 capsules distributed nationwide.
Beckman Coulter is recalling iChem VELOCITY Urine Chemistry Systems due to a defect in the SATA power adapter cable that poses a risk of electrical short, smoke, or flames.
REV is recalling 2018-2020 Type 1 ambulances because a rear brake line may wear, causing brake failure and increasing crash risk.
BMW is recalling certain 2020-2021 vehicles because a rollover sensor defect may prevent air bags and seat belt pretensioners from deploying in a crash.
Siemens is recalling four Cios Alpha mobile X-ray systems because unplugging the main cable during a clinical session can expose users to unsafe electrical voltage.
Whole Foods Market is recalling Queso Sauce sold in Arizona due to a potential undeclared cashew allergen.
Beckman Coulter is recalling iQ200 Series Urine Microscopy Analyzers due to a defect in the SATA power adapter cable that poses a risk of electrical short, charring, smoke, or flames.
The FDA is recalling specific lots of Dover Foley catheters because their temperature sensors may not measure accurately. This could lead to incorrect patient diagnoses.
Altec is recalling 2018-2020 aerial devices and digger derricks because bolts securing the pedestal to the turntable may fail, increasing the risk of injury or death.
Mitsubishi is recalling specific Lancer, Outlander, and Outlander Sport vehicles because front cross members may corrode and detach, increasing crash risk.
DTNA is recalling certain 2019-2021 Western Star 4700 and 5700 trucks. An undersized wire in the ground harness may cause a melted connector, leading to engine stall and increasing crash risk.
Vantage Mobility International is recalling 2016-2019 modified Dodge Grand Caravans because a deteriorating fuel pump gasket may cause fuel leaks, increasing fire risk.
Forest River is recalling 2019-2020 XLR Micro Boost trailers because ramp door fasteners may loosen, causing the door to detach and potentially leading to injury or a crash.
Garia is recalling about 1,000 battery-powered golf and courtesy vehicles because a fuse can overheat and melt while charging, posing a fire hazard.
LiquidSpring is recalling specific suspension systems for 2019-2020 RAM 4500 and 5500 vehicles because the rear brake line may wear, causing brake failure.
Philips Ultrasound Inc is recalling S7-3t transesophageal transducers because a programming error prevents the system from measuring tip temperature, which may stop auto-cooling and cause patient injury.
ICU Medical is recalling 675 IV administration sets that may contain a 15 drops/mL cannula instead of a 10 drops/mL cannula, risking under-delivery of critical medication.