The Recall Desk

State

California product recalls

72,936 recalls have nationwide distribution and so reach California. 13,245 additional recalls listed California specifically in their distribution scope.

What the numbers show

Total
13,245
Critical
1,605
Severe
2,843
Most recent
2026-09-09

Of the 13,245 recalls naming California we have scored against our rubric, 1,605 (12%) are Critical — deaths or serious injuries reported, or the agency’s own highest classification — and 2,843 (21%) are Severe.

These figures cover only the 13,245 recalls whose distribution notice names California specifically. The 72,936 nationwide recalls listed below reach every state, so counting them here would make every state page show the same numbers.

3026–3050 of 86181

  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1528-2026·2026-03-18

    GEM Premier 5000 PAK part 00055407504 may eject during warm-up

    Instrumentation Laboratory is recalling GEM Premier 5000 PAK part 00055407504 after confirmed complaints of Process Control Solution Not Detected errors during warm-up causing cartridge ejection.

    Product
    GEM Premier 5000 PAK; Part No. 00055407504.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1498-2026·2026-03-18

    Raz shower commode chair seat may be reinstalled without engaging brackets

    Raz Design is recalling several Mobile Shower Commode Chair models because a vendor modification means the seat may be reinstalled without properly engaging the outside rear seat brackets that hold it in place.

    Product
    Raz-AT (Attendant Tilt) Mobile Shower Commode Chair, Catalog Number Z300 UDI-DI code: (01)00628758003007 Raz-ART (Attendant Rotational Tilt) Mobile Shower Commode Chair, Catalog Number Z333 UDI-DI code: (01)00628758003335 Raz-AT600 (Bariatric Tilt) Mobile Shower Commode C
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1520-2026·2026-03-18

    Link Endo-Model plateau 15-8521/15 recalled over screw bushing fracture

    Waldemar Link is recalling Endo-Model Replacement Plateau item 15-8521/15 because the bushing on a plateau screw could detach from the screw shaft due to a longitudinal fracture.

    Product
    Endo-Model Replacement Plateau; Item Number: 15-8521/15;
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1497-2026·2026-03-18

    IBA proton therapy system may not interrupt beam when gating fails

    Ion Beam Applications is recalling PROTEUS 235 proton therapy systems because a disabled interface means the safety system may not interrupt beam delivery if the external gating signal is lost.

    Product
    IBA Proton Therapy System - PROTEUS 235
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1516-2026·2026-03-18

    Link Endo-Model plateau 15-2836/11 recalled over screw bushing fracture

    Waldemar Link is recalling Endo-Model Replacement Plateau item 15-2836/11 because the bushing on a plateau screw could detach from the screw shaft due to a longitudinal fracture.

    Product
    Endo-Model Replacement Plateau; Item Number: 15-2836/11;
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1534-2026·2026-03-18

    GEM Premier 5000 part 00055415008 may eject cartridges during warm-up

    Instrumentation Laboratory is recalling GEM Premier 5000 part 00055415008 after confirmed complaints of Process Control Solution Not Detected errors during warm-up causing cartridge ejection.

    Product
    GEM Premier 5000; Part No. 00055415008.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1553-2026·2026-03-18

    Beckman Coulter AU5800 analyzer may stop analyzing after database errors

    Beckman Coulter is recalling Chemistry Analyzer AU5800 units because leaving the calibration monitor open beyond 15 minutes can trigger database errors that stop the system analyzing.

    Product
    CHEMISTRY ANALYZER AU5800, REF: B96697, B96698, B23279, B23280, B23281
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1532-2026·2026-03-18

    GEM Premier 5000 PAK part 00055415004 may eject during warm-up

    Instrumentation Laboratory is recalling GEM Premier 5000 PAK part 00055415004 after confirmed complaints of Process Control Solution Not Detected errors during warm-up causing cartridge ejection.

    Product
    GEM Premier 5000 PAK; Part No. 00055415004.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1511-2026·2026-03-18

    Link Endo-Model SL component 16-2840/05 recalled over bushing fracture

    Waldemar Link is recalling Endo-Model SL Connection Component item 16-2840/05 because the bushing on a plateau screw could detach from the screw shaft due to a longitudinal fracture.

    Product
    Endo-Model SL Connection Component incl. PE-Plateau; Item Number: 16-2840/05;
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighNHTSA·26V162000·2026-03-18

    Lexus NX, RX, and TX rearview camera software malfunction recall

    Toyota is recalling certain 2022–2026 Lexus NX, RX, and TX vehicles because the rearview camera image may fail to display when the vehicle is in reverse, reducing rear visibility and increasing crash risk.

    Product
    LEXUS — LEXUS NX, RX, TX
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1510-2026·2026-03-18

    Exactech Equinoxe core instrument kits may have handles missing cross-pins

    Exactech is recalling the Equinoxe Core Instrument Kit, model KIT-311X, because the impactor handle may be missing a cross-pin.

    Product
    Brand Name: Equinoxe Product Name: Equinoxe Core Instrument Kit Model/Catalog Number: KIT-311X
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    25 states
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1561-2026·2026-03-18

    Bisaf Strep A self-test recalled because it lacks FDA clearance

    Altruan GmbH is recalling the Bisaf Strep A Self-Test, used to detect group A streptococcal antigens in throat swabs, because the product is not cleared by the FDA.

    Product
    Brand Name: Bisaf Strep A Self-Test. Test for detection of group A streptococcal antigens in throat swabs.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1550-2026·2026-03-18

    Medartis APTUS TriLock screw lots mixed 2.5 mm and 2.8 mm

    Medartis is recalling one lot of the APTUS 2.8 TriLock Screw 16 mm because of a mix up between specified lots of 2.5 mm and 2.8 mm outer diameter screws.

    Product
    Brand Name: APTUS Product Name: 2.8 TriLock Screw 16mm, HD7, 1/Pkg Model/Catalog Number: A-5850.16/1 Software Version: Not applicable. Product Description: The APTUS fixation systems are used for fractures, osteotomies and arthrodesis of the hand, forearm, shoulder and foot.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Food)·H-0547-2026·2026-03-18

    Vegetarian Chicken Flavor Ramen recalled for undeclared Yellow #5

    Palmetto Gourmet Foods is recalling VEGETARIAN CHICKEN FLAVOR RAMEN Express (3oz packages) because it contains undeclared Yellow #5, an FDA-approved food colorant that must be labeled for consumers with sensitivities.

    Product
    VEGETARIAN CHICKEN FLAVOR RAMEN Express Net wt 3oz (85g) Ingredients: Enriched unbleached flour (wheat flour***) Vegetable oil***" Contains: Wheat, Soy. UPC 8 10037 81061 5 Produced by PALMETTO GOURMET FOODS, INC SALUDA, SC 29138
    Category
    Food
    Distribution
    32 states
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1560-2026·2026-03-18

    Clearest Strep-A cassette test recalled because it lacks FDA clearance

    Altruan GmbH is recalling the Clearest Strep-A Cassette Test, used to detect group A streptococci in throat swab samples, because the product is not cleared by the FDA.

    Product
    Clearest Strep-A Cassette Test. Test to determine the presence of group A streptococci (Strep A) in throat swab samples.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1496-2026·2026-03-18

    BD syringe batch may contain Luer Slip instead of Luer Lok

    Becton Dickinson is recalling one lot of 10 mL Non-Sterile BD Luer-Lok Tip Syringes because some Luer Slip syringes were incorrectly included in a batch designated for Luer Lok syringes.

    Product
    10mL Non-Sterile BD Luer-Lok Tip Syringe Only. Catalog Number: 301029. 850 bulk non-sterile units per case.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1562-2026·2026-03-18

    Chest drainage unit instructions updated to specify adult patient population

    Medline is recalling three surgical kits containing Cardinal Health Aqua-Seal Chest Drainage Units because the instructions for use have been updated to clarify the target patient population as adults.

    Product
    Medline Kits containing Cardinal Health s Aqua-Seal Chest Drainage Unit: 1) OPEN HEART, Model Number: DYNJ902487A; 2) CARDIAC PROCEDURE, Model Number: DYNJ908126; 3) CARDIO CONGENITO, Model Number: DYNJ910851
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1559-2026·2026-03-18

    Wondfo Streptococcal A self-test recalled because it lacks FDA clearance

    Altruan GmbH is recalling the Wondfo Streptococcal A At-Home Self-Test, used for group A beta-hemolytic streptococcal infection, because the product is not cleared by the FDA.

    Product
    Wondfo Streptococcal A At-Home Self-Test. At-home test for group A beta-hemolytic streptococcal infection.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1549-2026·2026-03-18

    Medartis APTUS 2.5 TriLock screw lots mixed with 2.8 mm

    Medartis is recalling one lot of the APTUS 2.5 TriLock Screw 16 mm because of a mix up between specified lots of 2.5 mm and 2.8 mm outer diameter screws.

    Product
    Brand Name: APTUS Product Name: 2.5 TriLock Screw 16mm, HD7, 1/Pkg Model/Catalog Number: A-5750.16/1 Software Version: Not applicable. Product Description: The APTUS fixation systems are used for fractures, osteotomies and arthrodesis of the hand, forearm, shoulder and foot.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • LowFDA (Devices)·Z-1507-2026·2026-03-18

    Penner bathing spa 760010 and 770010 lack unique device identifiers

    Penner Patient Care is recalling Pacific Bathing Spa models 760010-1 and 770010-1 because the device does not bear a unique device identifier.

    Product
    Penner Pacific Bathing Spa, Model Numbers 760010-1, 770010-1
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • LowFDA (Devices)·Z-1501-2026·2026-03-18

    Penner Pacific bathing spa 360020-1EP lacks a unique device identifier

    Penner Patient Care is recalling Pacific Bathing Spa model 360020-1EP because the device does not bear a unique device identifier.

    Product
    Penner Pacific Bathing Spa, Model Numbers 360020-1EP
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • LowFDA (Devices)·Z-1504-2026·2026-03-18

    Penner bathing spa 361910 series recalled for lacking unique device identifier

    Penner Patient Care is recalling Pacific Bathing Spa models in the 361910 series because the device does not bear a unique device identifier.

    Product
    Penner Pacific Bathing Spa, Model Numbers 361910-1A, 361910-1A, 361910-XA, 361910-2I, 361910-1A, 361910-1, 361910-XI, 361910-1I, 361910-2A, 36191-1A, 361910-X
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • LowFDA (Devices)·Z-1503-2026·2026-03-18

    Penner bathing spa 360030 series recalled for lacking unique device identifier

    Penner Patient Care is recalling Pacific Bathing Spa models in the 360030 series because the device does not bear a unique device identifier.

    Product
    Penner Pacific Bathing Spa, Model Numbers 360030-1C, 360030-1CE, 360030-1CTS, 360030-XCE, 360030-XC, 360030-1CT, 360030-1C, 360030-XC, 360030-XCT, 360030-1CTS, 360030-XCTS, 3600301-CTS, 360030-XCE, 360030-1CT, 360030-1CE, 36030-XCT
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • LowFDA (Devices)·Z-1499-2026·2026-03-18

    Penner bathing spa 350010 series recalled for lacking unique device identifier

    Penner Patient Care is recalling Pacific Bathing Spa models in the 350010 series because the device does not bear a unique device identifier.

    Product
    Penner Pacific Bathing Spa, Model Numbers 350010-1, 350000-2, 350010-X
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide