State
73,388 recalls have nationwide distribution and so reach Alaska. 1,765 additional recalls listed Alaska specifically in their distribution scope.
Of the 1,765 recalls naming Alaska we have scored against our rubric, 118 (7%) are Critical — deaths or serious injuries reported, or the agency’s own highest classification — and 470 (27%) are Severe.
Which agencies issued them
These figures cover only the 1,765 recalls whose distribution notice names Alaska specifically. The 73,388 nationwide recalls listed below reach every state, so counting them here would make every state page show the same numbers.
Microtek Medical Inc. is recalling TMJ Arthroscopy Drapes that contain latex but were mislabeled as latex-free, posing an allergic reaction risk to patients and healthcare workers with latex sensitivities.
American Contract Systems is recalling ACS Spine Pack and ACS Lumbar/Back Set Up Tray surgical instrument sets due to improper sterilization with excess ethylene oxide. The affected sets were distributed in Illinois, Missouri, Nebraska, and Texas.
Karl Storz Endoscopy is recalling Flexible Video-Uretero-Renoscope (FLEX-XC) models because they may fail to achieve adequate disinfection, creating potential microbial contamination risk.
Karl Storz is recalling HD-VIEW Flexible HD Cysto-Urethroscope models that fail to adequately disinfect during processing, creating a potential infection risk. All units manufactured since January 2018 are affected.
The FDA is recalling KARL STORZ Slim Nasopharyngolaryngoscope models 11001RD1 and 11001RDK1 because they fail to achieve adequate disinfection, potentially allowing microorganisms to persist on the device and transmit between patients.
Karl Storz Flexible Cystoscope units may not be properly disinfected because the disinfection process fails to achieve the expected reduction of microorganisms. All units manufactured since January 2018 are potentially affected.
The ACS IR Angio Pack from American Contract Systems, Inc. was sterilized using ethylene oxide at higher than specification concentration. No illnesses or injuries have been reported.
Mylan Institutional Inc. is recalling Esomeprazole Magnesium Delayed-Release Capsules 20 mg due to failed impurity specifications detected during stability testing. 555 cartons of affected lots were distributed nationwide.
Daavlin is recalling 1 Series CX phototherapy units due to a software bug that swaps calibration distance settings when resuming interrupted treatments, resulting in incorrect dosing.
Shanghai United Imaging's digital X-ray systems may display reversed spine positioning labels, potentially causing misdiagnosis and unnecessary repeat radiation exposure for patients.
Karl Storz is recalling multiple Flexible Video Urethro Cystoscope models because they may fail to achieve proper disinfection between procedures, posing a risk of microbial contamination.
Karl Storz Endoscopy is recalling Flexible Video Cysto-Urethroscopes due to a disinfection process failure that may not adequately eliminate microorganisms. Affected units have been distributed nationwide and internationally since January 2018.
Olympus is issuing updated instructions for reprocessing its EVIS EXERA bronchovideoscopes to ensure proper sterilization and disinfection procedures. Improper reprocessing could compromise device safety.
American Contract Systems recalls ACS Lap Chole Pack surgical kits due to sterilization with ethylene oxide concentration exceeding manufacturer specification.
Karl Storz Endoscopy is recalling flexible ureteroscopes manufactured or distributed since January 2018 due to the disinfection process failing to achieve expected microbial reduction levels.
Karl Storz Endoscopy is recalling Flexible Video-Uretero-Renoscope instruments due to inadequate microbial disinfection. All units manufactured since January 2018 are affected.
Altec Industries is recalling 2016-2022 Digger Derricks because relay connectors may be attached incorrectly, causing the hydraulic overload protection system to fail.
Olympus is recalling 292 units of the BF-MP160F EVIS EXERA Bronchofibervideoscope due to updated instructions required for proper sterilization and reprocessing procedures. Updated guidance for chemical reprocessing, ETO gas sterilization, and disinfection rinsing steps is necessary.
Prevost is recalling 2020-2022 X3-45 Commuter vehicles because the right-side rearview mirror is positioned incorrectly, obstructing the driver's view and increasing crash risk.
Karl Storz cystoscopes manufactured since January 2018 are recalled because they may not achieve required disinfection levels. Inadequate disinfection could lead to patient infection during urological procedures.
USA Medical, LLC distributed 2055 COVID-19 antigen test kits nationwide. The tests did not receive FDA Emergency Use Authorization nor were they cleared or approved for commercial distribution.
Airstream is recalling certain 2022-2023 travel trailers with manual steps that may collapse due to a fastener screw pulling through the washer, increasing the risk of injury.
The 2022 Hyundai Palisade's instrument cluster may fail due to excessive adhesive, disabling gauges and warning lights and increasing crash risk.
Olympus bronchovideoscopes are recalled due to updates required for proper sterilization and reprocessing procedures. Healthcare providers must follow new instructions for chemical disinfection and ETO gas sterilization.
Viatris Inc recalls Xanax XR (alprazolam) 3 mg extended-release tablets due to failed dissolution specifications. Affected tablets may not break down properly, potentially reducing medication effectiveness.