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-0055-2017·2016-10-19

    Publix Maple Walnut Strip Danish Recalled for Metal Shavings

    Gold Standard Baking is recalling Publix Maple Walnut Strip Danishes due to the presence of small metal shavings.

    Product
    Publix Maple Walnut Strip Danish | Count, 1 | NET WT 14.00 oz | Distributed by Publix Supermarkets, Inc., Lakeland, FL 33802
    Category
    Food
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0034-2017·2016-10-19

    Pharmedium Recalls Fentanyl Citrate Injection Due to Subpotency and Stability Issues

    Pharmedium Services, LLC is recalling specific lots of fentanyl citrate injection because confirmed subpotency and stability data do not support the expiry date.

    Product
    fentaNYL Citrate Injection, 50 mcg per mL, Preservative Free, 1 mL Total Volume in a syringe, For IV Use, Rx only, PharMEDium, Product code 2R3153.
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0096-2017·2016-10-19

    Hospira Recalls Marcaine Injection Due to Sterility and Potency Issues

    Hospira is recalling 15 vials of Marcaine 0.25% injection because a glass defect allowed water to enter, compromising sterility and reducing drug potency.

    Product
    MARCAINE — MARCAINE (BUPIVACAINE HYDROCHLORIDE)
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0011-2017·2016-10-19

    Leiter's Compounding Recalls Brilliant Blue G Injection Due to Sterility Concerns

    Leiter's Compounding is recalling Brilliant Blue G injections because they were produced using recalled filters, raising concerns about sterility.

    Product
    Brilliant Blue G 0.025% in 0.9% Sodium Chloride (Injection) 1 mL Total Volume in a 2 mL Vial (Preservative Free), Compounded by Leiter's Compounding, San Jose, CA --- NDC 70360-008-35
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Food)·F-0067-2017·2016-10-19

    Publix Cherry Strip Danish Recalled for Metal Shavings

    Gold Standard Baking is recalling Publix Cherry Strip Danishes due to the presence of small metal shavings.

    Product
    Publix Cherry Strip Danish | Count, 1 | NET WT 15.00 oz | Distributed by Publix Supermarkets, Inc., Lakeland, FL 33802. UPC: 002-19562-00000
    Category
    Food
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-0006-2017·2016-10-19

    HeartWare HVAD Pump Recalled for Foreign Material in Driveline Connector

    HeartWare is recalling 344 HVAD pumps worldwide because foreign material in the driveline connector could cause electrical faults.

    Product
    HeartWare Ventricular Assist System (HVAD), US product: Model No.: 1103; and International Product: Model No.: 1104XX. Product Usage: For use as a bridge-to-cardiac transplantation in patients who are at risk of death from refractory end-stage left ventricular heart…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    26 states
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0057-2017·2016-10-19

    Pharmedium Recalls Ketamine HCl Injection Due to Potential Loss of Potency

    Pharmedium Services, LLC is recalling 54 syringes of ketamine HCl injection because stability data does not support the expiration dates, posing a risk of reduced drug potency.

    Product
    ketamine HCl Injection, 50 mg per mL (100 mg per 2 mL), 2 mL Total Volume in a syringe, Rx only, PharMEDium, For IV Use, Product code 2R3500.
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-0067-2017·2016-10-19

    Brathwaites Oliver Medical Recalls Introes Pocket Bougie Endotracheal Tube Introducers

    Brathwaites Oliver Medical is recalling Introes Pocket Bougie endotracheal tube introducers because the device may break during intubation.

    Product
    The Introes Pocket Bougie is an endotracheal tube introducer. The device is an endotracheal tube introducer and it is used as a guide during intubation. Anesthesiology.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    14 states
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0014-2017·2016-10-19

    FDA Recalls Lidocaine and Phenylephrine Injection Due to Sterility Concerns

    Leiter's Compounding is recalling Lidocaine HCl and Phenylephrine HCl injection vials because they were produced using recalled filters, raising concerns about sterility.

    Product
    Lidocaine HCl 1% - Phenylephrine HCl 1.5% in Sterile Water for Injection (Injection) 1 mL Total Volume in a 2 mL Vial (Preservative Free), Compounded by Leiter's Compounding, San Jose, CA --- NDC 70360-002-35
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0081-2017·2016-10-19

    Pharmedium Recalls Morphine Sulfate Syringes Due to Stability Data Concerns

    Pharmedium Services, LLC is recalling 25 syringes of morphine sulfate 2 mg/mL due to stability data that does not support the expiry date, posing a risk of potential loss of potency.

    Product
    morphine Sulfate, 2 mg per mL, in 0.9% Sodium Chloride, 1 mL Total Volume in a syringe, For IV Use, Rx only, PharMEDium, Product code 2T6455.
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Food)·F-0079-2017·2016-10-19

    R.W. Garcia Sweet Potato Crackers Recalled for Metal Fragments

    R.W. Garcia is recalling sweet potato crackers due to the detection of metal fragments in the raw material.

    Product
    RW Garcia, 3 Seed, Sweet Potato Crackers, (Flaxseed, Black & White sesame Seeds), Gluten Free, Net Wt., 180g and 850g, Product of USA, Manufactured & Distributed by R.W. Garcia Co., Inc., San Jose, CA 95112 and Lincolnton, NC 28092.
    Category
    Food
    Distribution
    0 states
  • SevereFDA (Food)·F-0068-2017·2016-10-19

    Publix Guava Strip Danish Recalled for Metal Shavings

    Gold Standard Baking is recalling Publix Guava Strip Danishes due to the presence of small metal shavings.

    Product
    Publix Guava Strip Danish | Count, 1 | NET WT 15.00 oz | Distributed by Publix Supermarkets, Inc., Lakeland, FL 33802. UPC: 002-19562-00000
    Category
    Food
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Food)·F-0064-2017·2016-10-19

    Gold Standard Baking Recalls Strawberry Cheese Danish Due to Metal Shavings

    Gold Standard Baking is recalling The Bakery Strawberry Cheese Danish because of the presence of small metal shavings. The product was distributed nationwide by Walmart.

    Product
    The Bakery Strawberry Cheese Danish | Net Wt 14 OZ (397g) | Distributed By WAL-MART Stores, Inc, Bentonville, AR 72716 | UPC: 078742100401
    Category
    Food
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0052-2017·2016-10-19

    Pharmedium Recalls Hydromorphone Syringes Due to Stability Data Concerns

    Pharmedium Services, LLC is recalling 450 syringes of Hydromorphone HCl because stability data does not support the expiry dates, posing a risk of loss of potency.

    Product
    HYDROmorphone HCl, 1 mg per mL, in 0.9% Sodium Chloride, 1 mL Total Volume in a syringe, For IV Use, Rx only, PharMEDium, Product code 2T6165
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0018-2017·2016-10-19

    Leiter's Compounding Recalls Vancomycin Injection Due to Sterility Concerns

    Leiter's Compounding is recalling Vancomycin 10 mg/mL injection vials because they were produced using recalled filters, raising concerns about sterility.

    Product
    Vancomycin 10 mg/mL in 0.9% Sodium Chloride (Injection) 1 mL Total Volume in a 2 mL Vial (Preservative Free), Compounded by Leiter's Compounding, San Jose, CA --- NDC 70360-005-35
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0077-2017·2016-10-19

    Pharmedium Recalls Morphine Sulfate Syringes Due to Stability Data Concerns

    Pharmedium Services, LLC is recalling 935 syringes of morphine sulfate because stability data does not support the expiry dates, posing a risk of reduced potency.

    Product
    morphine Sulfate, 0.5 mg per mL, in 0.9% Sodium Chloride, Preservative Free, 1 mL Total Volume in a syringe, For IV Use, Rx only, PharMEDium, Product code 2R3119.
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0087-2017·2016-10-19

    Pharmedium Recalls Phenylephrine Syringes Due to Potential Loss of Potency

    Pharmedium Services, LLC is recalling specific lots of Phenylephrine HCl syringes because stability data does not support the expiration dates, posing a risk of reduced drug potency.

    Product
    PHENYLephrine HCl, 100 mcg per mL, 0.5 mg per 5 mL, in 0.9% Sodium Chloride, Preservative Free, 5 mL Total Volume in a syringe, For IV Use, Rx only, PharMEDium, Product code 2R3346.
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Food)·F-0009-2017·2016-10-19

    Weis Markets Recalls Bakery Products Due to Potential Metal Fragments

    Weis Markets is voluntarily recalling 30 bakery products, including muffins and cookies, due to the potential presence of small metal fragments in the sugar topping.

    Product
    Gourmet Blueberry Monster Muffins (4 count)
    Category
    Food
    Distribution
    5 states
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0013-2017·2016-10-19

    Leiter's Compounding Recalls Ophthalmic Solution Due to Sterility Concerns

    Leiter's Compounding is recalling Cyclopentolate HCl, Tropicamide, and Phenylephrine HCl ophthalmic solution because the filters used to produce the products were recalled, creating a lack of assurance of sterility.

    Product
    Cyclopentolate HCl 1% - Tropicamide 1% - PHENYLephrine HCl 2.5% in Sterile Water for Injection (Ophthalmic Solution), in a) 1 mL Total Volume (NDC 70360-017-38) and b) 10 mL Total Volume (NDC 70360-017-39) in a 15 mL Dropper Bottle, Compounded by Leiter's Compounding, San Jose…
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0040-2017·2016-10-19

    Pharmedium Recalls Fentanyl Syringes Due to Stability Data Concerns

    Pharmedium Services is recalling 1,561 syringes of fentanyl citrate because stability data does not support the expiry dates, posing a risk of potency loss.

    Product
    fentaNYL Citrate, 5 mcg per mL (10 mcg per 2 mL) in 0.9% Sodium chloride, 2 mL Total Volume in a syringe, For IV Use, Rx only, PharMEDium, Product code 2R3339.
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0075-2017·2016-10-19

    Pharmedium Recalls Midazolam Syringes Due to Stability Data Concerns

    Pharmedium Services, LLC is recalling 26,079 syringes of midazolam HCl because stability data does not support the expiration dates, posing a risk of reduced potency.

    Product
    midazolam HCl, 1 mg per mL (2 mg per 2 mL), in 0.9% Sodium Chloride, 2 mL Total Volume in a syringe, For IV Use, Rx only, PharMEDium, Product code 2R3356.
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0042-2017·2016-10-19

    Pharmedium Recalls Fentanyl Syringes Due to Potential Loss of Potency

    Pharmedium Services, LLC is recalling 1,735 syringes of fentanyl citrate because stability data does not support the expiration dates, posing a risk of reduced drug potency.

    Product
    fentaNYL Citrate, 5 mcg per mL, 0.9% Sodium Chloride, Preservative Free, 1 mL Total Volume in a syringe, For IV Use, Rx only, PharMEDium, Product code 2R3479.
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0090-2017·2016-10-19

    Pharmedium Recalls Succinylcholine Chloride Injection Due to Stability Data Concerns

    Pharmedium Services, LLC is recalling 2,495 syringes of succinylcholine chloride injection because stability data does not support the expiration dates, posing a risk of loss of potency.

    Product
    succinylcholine Chloride Injection, 20 mg per mL, 100 mg per 5 mL, 5 mL Total Volume in a syringe, For IV Use, Rx only, PharMEDium, Product code 2R3357.
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0024-2017·2016-10-19

    Teva Recalls Amikacin Sulfate Injection Due to Manufacturing Deviations

    Teva Pharmaceuticals USA is voluntarily recalling 11,844 vials of Amikacin Sulfate Injection due to Current Good Manufacturing Practice (CGMP) deviations.

    Product
    Amikacin Sulfate Injection, USP, 1 gm/4 mL (250 mg/mL) Rx Only, Manufactured in Hungary For: Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc., North Wales, PA 19454, NDC 0703-9040-01 (individual pack), NDC 0703-9040-03 (shelf-pack carton of 10 vials).
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide