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 (Devices)·Z-1268-2019·2019-05-22

    Ethicon Curved Intraluminal Staplers Recalled for Insufficient Firing Stroke

    Ethicon Endo-Surgery is recalling Curved Intraluminal Staplers, Model CDH25A, because they may have an insufficient firing stroke to break the washer and completely form staples.

    Product
    Curved Intraluminal Staplers, 25 mm diameter, Model CDH25A The Ethicon Endo-Surgery Intraluminal Staplers (ILS) are anastomotic staplers available in four sizes to permit proper matching of instrument to diameter of the lumen. The instrument permits tissue attachment to the…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-1267-2019·2019-05-22

    Ethicon Curved Intraluminal Staplers Recalled for Insufficient Firing Stroke

    Ethicon Endo-Surgery Inc is recalling Curved Intraluminal Staplers, Model CDH21A, because they may have an insufficient firing stroke to break the washer and completely form staples.

    Product
    Curved Intraluminal Staplers, 21 mm diameter, Model CDH21A The Ethicon Endo-Surgery Intraluminal Staplers (ILS) are anastomotic staplers available in four sizes to permit proper matching of instrument to diameter of the lumen. The instrument permits tissue attachment to the…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-1281-2019·2019-05-22

    Preferred Pharmaceuticals Recalls Losartan Potassium Tablets Due to Impurity

    Preferred Pharmaceuticals is recalling Losartan Potassium 50mg tablets because FDA testing found an impurity above acceptable levels.

    Product
    Losartan Potassium Tab. USP 50mg, a) 30 count bottle (NDC 68788-0048-03) and b) 90 count bottle (NDC 68788-0048-09), Rx only, Preferred Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Anaheim, CA, Mfg: Torrent Pharma Inc., Basking Ridge, NJ
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    3 states
  • SevereFDA (Food)·F-1386-2019·2019-05-22

    AmeriHerb Mullein Leaf Recalled for Potential E. coli Contamination

    AmeriHerb International Inc is recalling 144 lbs of Mullein leaf due to potential E. coli contamination. The product was distributed nationwide and to Canada.

    Product
    Mullein leaf c/s, Verbascum Thapsus, 1# Net, AmeriHerb LLC, Ames, IA packaged in 1 lb plastic bags
    Category
    Food
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereNHTSA·19V384000·2019-05-22

    Newmar Recalls 2019 Motorhomes Due to Loose Brake Caliper Bolts

    Newmar is recalling 2019 Mountain Aire and Essex motorhomes because loose brake caliper mounting bolts may reduce brake effectiveness and increase crash risk.

    Product
    NEWMAR — NEWMAR ESSEX, MOUNTAIN AIRE
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-1276-2019·2019-05-22

    Ethicon Endo-Surgery Recalls Straight Intraluminal Staplers Due to Firing Defect

    Ethicon Endo-Surgery Inc is recalling 434,614 Straight Intraluminal Staplers (Model SDH25A) because they may have an insufficient firing stroke to break the washer and completely form staples.

    Product
    Straight Intraluminal Staplers, 25 mm diameter, Model SDH25A The Ethicon Endo-Surgery Intraluminal Staplers (ILS) are anastomotic staplers available in four sizes to permit proper matching of instrument to diameter of the lumen. The instrument permits tissue attachment to the…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Food)·F-1388-2019·2019-05-22

    AmeriHerb Goldenseal Herb Recalled for Potential E. coli Contamination

    AmeriHerb International Inc is recalling 36 lbs of Goldenseal herb due to potential contamination with generic E. coli. The product was distributed nationwide and to Canada.

    Product
    Goldenseal herb c/s, Hydrastis Canadensis, Not for use during pregnancy, 1# Net, AmeriHerb LLC, Ames, IA packaged in 1 lb plastic bags
    Category
    Food
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-1352-2019·2019-05-22

    Molift 2-Point Sling Bar Recalled Due to Hook Breakage Risk

    Moller Vital is recalling Molift 2-Point sling bars because broken hooks may cause the sling to slip and patients to fall.

    Product
    Molift 2-Point sling bar, an accessory for Molift Mover 180/Air. Item nos. 1830001 1830002 1830002C 1830003
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    10 states
  • SevereFDA (Food)·F-1342-2019·2019-05-22

    FDA Orders Recall of Juices International 12-Ounce Glass Bottled Juices

    Juices International is recalling 12-ounce glass bottled juices in the New York area due to a violation of a Consent Decree of Injunction.

    Product
    All Juice Drinks and Beverages in 12 ounce glass bottles including but not limited to Agony, Double Trouble, Front End Lifter, Irish (sea) Moss, Cashew Punch, Carrot Juice, Sorrel, Carrots & Beet, Carrot & Ginger, Ginger Beer, Pineapple Twist. Keep Refrigerated
    Category
    Food
    Distribution
    0 states
  • SevereUSDA FSIS·056-2019·2019-05-21

    BEF Foods Recalls Bob Evans Beef Stroganoff Pasta Produced Without Inspection

    BEF Foods is recalling approximately 527 pounds of Bob Evans Beef Stroganoff Pasta produced without federal inspection. No adverse reactions have been reported.

    Product
    BEF Foods, Inc. — BEF Foods, Inc. Recalls Beef Products Produced without Benefit of Inspection
    Category
    Food
    Distribution
    7 states
  • SevereCPSC·19124·2019-05-21

    ION Audio Recalls Portable Speakers Due to Explosion Hazard

    ION Audio is recalling four models of portable speakers because hydrogen gas can leak from the battery, causing the speaker to burst and explode.

    Product
    Portable speakers
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereNHTSA·19V383000·2019-05-21

    Honda Recalls 2019 CR-V Vehicles for Steering Wheel Air Bag Defect

    Honda is recalling 2019 CR-V vehicles because burrs on the steering wheel core may damage air bag wiring, potentially disabling the driver's air bag or causing it to deploy unexpectedly.

    Product
    HONDA — HONDA CR-V
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereNHTSA·19V381000·2019-05-20

    Newmar Recalls 2019-2020 Motorhomes Due to Brake Valve Defect

    Newmar is recalling 40 specific 2019 and 2020 motorhomes because a brake relay valve defect may cause extended stopping distances, increasing crash risk.

    Product
    NEWMAR — NEWMAR KING AIRE, LONDON AIRE, ESSEX, DUTCH STAR
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereNHTSA·19V380000·2019-05-19

    Heil AJB9-1040 Hybrid Trailers Recalled for Frame Cracking

    Entrans is recalling 2017-2020 Heil AJB9-1040 Hybrid trailers because frame cracks may develop, affecting handling and increasing crash risk.

    Product
    HEIL — HEIL AJB9-1040 HYBRID
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereUSDA FSIS·055-2019·2019-05-18

    Vienna Beef Recalls Frankfurters Due to Possible Metal Contamination

    Vienna Beef Ltd. is recalling approximately 2,030 pounds of beef frank links that may contain metal. The products were shipped to food service locations in Illinois, Indiana, and Wisconsin.

    Product
    Vienna Beef Ltd. — Vienna Beef Ltd. Recalls Beef Products due to Possible Foreign Matter Contamination
    Category
    Food
    Distribution
    3 states
  • SevereUSDA FSIS·054-2019·2019-05-17

    Caito Foods Recalls Chicken Salads Due to Undeclared Soy Allergen

    Caito Foods LLC is recalling approximately 1,767 pounds of ready-to-eat chicken salads because they contain undeclared soy, a known allergen.

    Product
    Caito Foods, LLC — Caito Foods LLC. Recalls Salads with Chicken Products due to Misbranding and Undeclared Allergens
    Category
    Food
    Distribution
    5 states
  • SevereNHTSA·19V376000·2019-05-16

    Micro Bird Recalls 2018-2019 School Buses for Solenoid Overheating Risk

    Micro Bird is recalling 2018-2019 G5 and T-Series school buses because a heavy-duty solenoid may overheat nearby components, potentially causing vehicle stoppage or fire.

    Product
    MICRO BIRD — MICRO BIRD T-SERIES SCHOOL BUS, G5 TRANSIT BUS, G5 SCHOOL BUS
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Food)·F-1331-2019·2019-05-15

    Laduree Frozen Poppy Seed Bread Recalled for Elevated Morphine and Codeine

    Laduree USA is recalling frozen poppy seed bread containing elevated levels of morphine and codeine. The product was distributed to warehouses and restaurants in Washington DC and New York.

    Product
    Frozen Poppy Seed Bread (57 grams), UPC Codes: (01)03556420003673(15)191122(10)181122(91)0937326, Lot 22112018
    Category
    Food
    Distribution
    4 states
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-1272-2019·2019-05-15

    Zydus Recalls Acyclovir Tablets Due to Labeling Error with Carvedilol

    Zydus Pharmaceuticals is recalling Acyclovir 400 mg tablets because one bottle was found to contain Carvedilol 6.25 mg tablets due to a label mix-up.

    Product
    ACYCLOVIR — ACYCLOVIR (ACYCLOVIR)
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereNHTSA·19V374000·2019-05-15

    Navistar Recalls 2017 IC CE Transit Buses for Brake Drag

    Navistar is recalling 2017 IC CE transit buses because the driver-side rear brakes may drag, posing a fire and injury risk.

    Product
    IC BUS — IC BUS CESB, CE
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-1296-2019·2019-05-15

    Abbott ARCHITECT cSystems ICT Module Recall for False Chloride Results

    Abbott is recalling ARCHITECT cSystems ICT Modules due to a potential for falsely elevated serum or plasma chloride results.

    Product
    Abbott ARCHITECT cSystems ICT Module, REF 09D28-03. Product Usage: The ARCHITECT cSystems ICT (Integrated Chip Technology) is used for the quantitation of sodium, potassium, and chloride in human serum, plasma, or urine.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereNHTSA·19V373000·2019-05-15

    Navistar Recalls IC Bus School Buses Due to Rear Brake Drag

    Navistar is recalling 2016-2020 IC Bus school buses because the driver-side rear brakes may drag, potentially causing fire or injury.

    Product
    IC BUS — IC BUS RECB, CE, CESB, RESB
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-1273-2019·2019-05-15

    Zydus Recalls Carvedilol Tablets Due to Labeling Mix-Up

    Zydus Pharmaceuticals is recalling Carvedilol 6.25 mg tablets because one bottle was found labeled as Acyclovir 400 mg.

    Product
    CARVEDILOL — CARVEDILOL (CARVEDILOL)
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide