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.

Which agencies issued them

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.

3101–3125 of 86181

  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1489-2026·2026-03-11

    Olympus biopsy valve MAJ-1218 may shed rubber fragments during use

    Olympus is recalling all lots of its Single Use Biopsy Valve, model MAJ-1218, because of the potential for rubber fragment detachment during use.

    Product
    Olympus Single Use Biopsy Valve. Model/Catalog Number: MAJ-1218. 20 units per box. The MAJ-1218 has been designed to be attached to the instrument channel port of compatible endoscopes to prevent leakage of body fluids.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1477-2026·2026-03-11

    Olympus lithotripsy reusable probes recalled over generator transducer recognition failure

    Olympus is recalling ShockPulse-SE Lithotripsy System reusable probes after further instances of the generator remaining in a blinking phase waiting to recognize the transducer.

    Product
    Brand Name: ShockPulse-SE Lithotripsy System SPL-SR Product Name: ShockPulse-SE Lithotripsy System - Reusable Probes Model/Catalog Number: SPL-SR Product Description: The ShockPulse Lithotripsy System is an electromechanical device capable of fragmenting calculi and aspirating
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0354-2026·2026-03-11

    Teva metoprolol succinate 25 mg tablets failed dissolution specifications

    Teva Pharmaceuticals is recalling six lots of Metoprolol Succinate Extended-Release Tablets 25 mg after the product failed dissolution specifications.

    Product
    METOPROLOL SUCCINATE — METOPROLOL SUCCINATE (METOPROLOL SUCCINATE)
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0355-2026·2026-03-11

    Teva metoprolol succinate 50 mg tablets failed dissolution specifications

    Teva Pharmaceuticals is recalling six lots of Metoprolol Succinate Extended-Release Tablets 50 mg after the product failed dissolution specifications.

    Product
    METOPROLOL SUCCINATE — METOPROLOL SUCCINATE (METOPROLOL SUCCINATE)
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1483-2026·2026-03-11

    B. Braun 21GA winged infusion sets may have blunt needle tips

    B. Braun Medical is recalling 21GA Winged Infusion Sets, model 7M2802, because the needle tip may be dull or blunt, difficult to advance, or may break.

    Product
    Brand Name: B. Braun Product Name: 21GA WINGED INF SET Model/Catalog Number: 7M2802 Software Version: N/A Product Description: A device designed for subcutaneous implantation and intended to be used temporarily to expand an implanted tissue expander by percutaneous injection
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1478-2026·2026-03-11

    Olympus lithotripsy single use probes recalled over generator recognition failure

    Olympus is recalling ShockPulse-SE Lithotripsy System single use probes after further instances of the generator remaining in a blinking phase waiting to recognize the transducer.

    Product
    Brand Name: ShockPulse-SE Lithotripsy System SPL-S Product Name: ShockPulse-SE Lithotripsy System - Single Use Probes Model/Catalog Number: SPL-S Product Description: The ShockPulse Lithotripsy System is an electromechanical device capable of fragmenting calculi and aspirating
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1476-2026·2026-03-11

    Roche cobas analyzer may repeat previous results for spline calibrated assays

    Roche is recalling cobas pro sample supply units on software versions before 03-02 because a defect can make the analyzer repeat the last calculated result for all later measurements.

    Product
    cobas pro integrated solutions with cobas c 503 analytical units: cobas pro sample supply unit, material number 08464502001 cobas pro SSU, material number 09205632001 Affected Assays: (Product Name/ Catalog Number/ Application Code/ Application Short Name) 1. Cystati
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighNHTSA·26V138000·2026-03-11

    2025–2026 Volkswagen Jetta Vehicles Recalled for Transmission Ground Wire

    Volkswagen is recalling certain 2025–2026 Jetta vehicles because the transmission ground wire may not have been properly connected during assembly, creating an open electrical circuit that could increase fire risk.

    Product
    VOLKSWAGEN — VOLKSWAGEN JETTA
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1481-2026·2026-03-11

    B. Braun 21G 4.4 cm winged infusion needles may break

    B. Braun Medical is recalling 21G x 4.4 cm Winged Infusion devices, model 7B3050, because the needle tip may be dull or blunt, difficult to advance, or may break.

    Product
    Brand Name: B. Braun Product Name: BBraun Medical 21G X4.4CM Winged INF Model/Catalog Number: 7B3050 Software Version: N/A Product Description: A device designed for subcutaneous implantation and intended to be used temporarily to expand an implanted tissue expander by percut
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0389-2026·2026-03-11

    Sodium iodide I-131 oral solution recalled over particulate matter

    Radnostix is recalling one batch of Sodium Iodide I-131 Therapeutic Oral Solution because of the presence of particulate matter caused by production issues.

    Product
    SODIUM IODIDE I-131 — SODIUM IODIDE I-131 (SODIUM IODIDE I-131)
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighNHTSA·26V137000·2026-03-11

    ARBOC Transit Buses Recalled for Rear Brake Line Installation Error

    ARBOC is recalling 2018-2026 Spirit of Freedom and Spirit of Mobility buses because incorrectly installed rear brake lines may cause the anti-lock brake system to malfunction.

    Product
    ARBOC SPECIALTY VEHICLES — ARBOC SPECIALTY VEHICLES SPIRIT OF FREEDOM, SPIRIT OF MOBILITY
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1482-2026·2026-03-11

    B. Braun 21GA winged infusion single packs may have blunt needles

    B. Braun Medical is recalling 21GA Winged Infusion single packs, model 7A3842, because the needle tip may be dull or blunt, difficult to advance, or may break.

    Product
    Brand Name: B. Braun Product Name: 21GA WINGED INFUSION, SINGLE PK Model/Catalog Number: 7A3842 Software Version: N/A Product Description: A device designed for subcutaneous implantation and intended to be used temporarily to expand an implanted tissue expander by percutaneou
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1479-2026·2026-03-11

    Olympus lithotripsy generator recalled over transducer recognition failure

    Olympus is recalling the ShockPulse-SE Lithotripsy System Generator after further instances of the generator remaining in a blinking phase waiting to recognize the transducer.

    Product
    Brand Name: ShockPulse-SE Lithotripsy System Product Name: ShockPulse-SE Lithotripsy System - Generator Model/Catalog Number: SPL-G Product Description: The ShockPulse Lithotripsy System is an electromechanical device capable of fragmenting calculi and aspirating stone debris.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Drugs)·D-0386-2026·2026-03-11

    Zone 1 lidocaine cream recalled because stability data does not support expiry

    HTO Nevada, trading as Kirkman, is recalling one lot of Maximum Zone 1 4% Lidocaine Cream because the stability data does not support the labeled expiry date.

    Product
    MAXIMUM, ZONE 1, 4% Lidocaine Cream, 1/2 oz bottles, Distributed By: Dermal Source, Portland, OR 97232, NDC 80069-014.
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Drugs)·D-0377-2026·2026-03-11

    Instant hand sanitizing wipes recalled over manufacturing practice deviations

    Acme United Corporation is recalling Children's Healthcare of Atlanta Instant Hand Sanitizing Wipes over current good manufacturing practice deviations.

    Product
    Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, Instant Hand Sanitizing Wipe(Benzalkonium Chloride 0.13%), 1000 per case, Made in USA for Food Service Resources, Flowery Branch, GA 30542, NDC 0924-7130-00
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Drugs)·D-0358-2026·2026-03-11

    First Aid Only BZK antiseptic wipes recalled over manufacturing deviations

    Acme United Corporation is recalling First Aid Only BZK Antiseptic Towelettes in 100-count packs over current good manufacturing practice deviations.

    Product
    FIRST AID ONLY BZK ANTISEPTIC — FIRST AID ONLY BZK ANTISEPTIC (BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE)
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Drugs)·D-0379-2026·2026-03-11

    Semaglutide compounding ingredient lot recalled over incomplete validation before distribution

    Harbin Jixianglong Biotech is recalling a further lot of Semaglutide for prescription compounding because process validation and bacterial endotoxin method validation were not completed before distribution.

    Product
    Semaglutide, For Rx compounding use only, packaged in a) 1g, NDC 84385-106-01; b) 5g, NDC 84385-106-02; c) 10g, NDC 84385-106-06; d) 25g, NDC 84385-106-03; d) 50g, NDC 84385-106-04 Manufacturer: Harbin Jixianglong Biotech Co., Ltd., North of Baoan Road, East of Changqing Street,
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Drugs)·D-0365-2026·2026-03-11

    Medi-First antiseptic wipes recalled over manufacturing practice deviations

    Acme United Corporation is recalling Medi-First Antiseptic Wipes over current good manufacturing practice deviations.

    Product
    MEDI-FIRST ANTISEPTIC WIPES — MEDI-FIRST ANTISEPTIC WIPES (BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE)
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Drugs)·D-0362-2026·2026-03-11

    Bulk BZK antiseptic towelette brands recalled over manufacturing practice deviations

    Acme United Corporation is recalling BZK Antiseptic Towelettes sold under the Piedmont, Touchpoint, Wellstar Cobb and FSR names over current good manufacturing practice deviations.

    Product
    1) BZK Antiseptic Towelettes (Benzalkonium Chloride 0.13%) 5"x7" Piedmont Sanitizing Hand Wipes, 1,000 ea Bulk, Made in USA for: Food Service Resources, Flowery Branch, GA 30542, NDC 0924-7130-00. 2) BZK Antiseptic Towelettes (Benzalkonium Chloride 0.13%) 5" x 7" Touchpoint, 1
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Drugs)·D-0383-2026·2026-03-11

    Midodrine hydrochloride tablets recalled over inadequately sealed blister packaging

    The Harvard Drug Group is recalling one lot of Midodrine Hydrochloride Tablets 5 mg because of a defective container with inadequately sealed blister packaging.

    Product
    MIDODRINE HYDROCHLORIDE — MIDODRINE HYDROCHLORIDE (MIDODRINE HYDROCHLORIDE)
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide