State
72,986 recalls have nationwide distribution and so reach California. 13,247 additional recalls listed California specifically in their distribution scope.
Of the 13,247 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 2,844 (21%) are Severe.
Which agencies issued them
These figures cover only the 13,247 recalls whose distribution notice names California specifically. The 72,986 nationwide recalls listed below reach every state, so counting them here would make every state page show the same numbers.
Medline is recalling 880 medical convenience kits containing plastic syringes with potential leaks and breakage. The syringes were identified as defective and may pose health risks to patients.
American Contract Systems Inc is recalling Neuro IR Tray (Model WENI56J) due to inability to confirm sterilization assurance. Loss of functionality could delay or prolong treatment.
American Contract Systems Inc recalls the Born on Arrival Kit due to inability to confirm sterilization assurance. Unsterilized equipment could delay or prolong newborn treatment.
American Contract Systems Inc is recalling 51 kits of the EAR PACK Model SFEA12A because the manufacturer could not confirm sterilization requirements were met, which could cause device malfunction and delayed treatment.
American Contract Systems Inc is recalling 106 SPINE LUMBAR PACK kits (Models UTSL72AA, UTSL72AB) because the manufacturer cannot confirm sterilization assurance requirements were met, potentially causing functionality loss and treatment delays.
American Contract Systems Inc is recalling 134 CV Basic Pump Pack kits because the manufacturer cannot confirm sterilization requirements were met. Possible loss of functionality could delay or prolong patient treatment.
Medline Industries is recalling Proxima Sterile Surgical Drape packs due to a potential breach in the pouch packaging that could lead to loss of sterility. The recall affects 1,490 units distributed nationwide.
Medline Industries is recalling CURAD Alcohol Prep Pads nationwide because they are subpotent. The recalled pads are sterile, medium, 2-ply alcohol prep pads distributed nationally.
Microstream CO2 sampling lines may be difficult to disconnect from endotracheal tubes, potentially delaying treatment or causing unintended tube removal.
American Contract Systems Inc is recalling C-Section PPS positioning systems due to inability to confirm sterilization assurance requirements were met. The failure could lead to loss of functionality and delayed treatment.
American Contract Systems Inc is recalling 90 AV Fistula kits because sterilization assurance requirements cannot be confirmed. Possible loss of functionality could delay or prolong patient treatment.
Mylan Institutional is recalling Levothyroxine Sodium Tablets 150 mcg due to out-of-specification potency. The medication tested higher than specified, affecting 347 cartons distributed nationwide (Lot 3116074, expires 09/30/2025).
American Contract Systems Inc is recalling certain Vein Tray models because sterilization assurance requirements could not be confirmed. The affected units may lack functionality and could lead to delayed treatment.
Medline Industries is recalling Proxima Drape sterile surgical drapes due to potential breaches in pouch packaging that could compromise sterility. The recall affects 2,422 units distributed nationwide.
American Contract Systems is recalling 1,836 Labor and Delivery PPS kits due to inability to confirm sterilization requirements were met. The affected units may lose functionality, potentially delaying patient treatment.
Medline is recalling 456 C-section procedure kits containing plastic syringes affected by an FDA safety alert. The syringes may leak or break, posing a risk to patient health during surgical procedures.
Microstream CO2 sampling adapters may become difficult or impossible to disconnect from endotracheal tubes, potentially delaying critical procedures and causing respiratory complications.
Microstream Advance neonatal-infant CO2 sampling lines may be difficult to disconnect from endotracheal tubes, potentially delaying critical procedures. This could cause unintended extubation and respiratory complications in infants.
Medline Industries recalls 506 units of Proxima Drape surgical drapes nationwide due to potential packaging breaches that could compromise sterility. Affected drapes were labeled as MINOR PACK or LAPAROSCOPY variants.
American Contract Systems Inc recalls HIP SCOPE orthopedic surgical kits due to inability to confirm sterilization assurance requirements were met. Unsterilized instruments could increase infection risk during surgical procedures.
American Contract Systems Inc is recalling 170 Diagnostic Neuro IR Tray kits due to inability to confirm sterilization assurance requirements were met. The units may lose functionality and cause treatment delays.
Slate Run Pharmaceuticals is recalling Cinacalcet Hydrochloride Tablets 60 mg for containing nitrosamine impurity above acceptable daily intake limits. The recall affects 2,444 bottles distributed nationwide.
Slate Run Pharmaceuticals is recalling Cinacalcet Hydrochloride Tablets 30 mg due to nitrosamine impurity above acceptable daily intake limits. 56,790 bottles were distributed to 8 wholesalers nationwide.
American Contract Systems Inc is recalling 534 kits of General Laparoscopic Pack-LF surgical instruments because sterilization assurance could not be confirmed. This could result in loss of functionality and treatment delays.
Zimmer Orthopedics recalls shoulder prosthesis models due to excess material in the taper that prevents proper surgical assembly. Five complaints reported.