State
72,992 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 72,992 nationwide recalls listed below reach every state, so counting them here would make every state page show the same numbers.
A software issue in the Leica Biosystems CM1950 cryostat firmware update could result in loss of patient tissue. Serial numbers 12835 and 12854 are affected.
Pentax of America is recalling 138 PENTAX Medical Video Upper GI Scopes due to a thermal injury risk. The light guide tip can become excessively hot during endoscopic procedures, potentially burning patient tissue.
GE Healthcare's Optima MR360 MRI systems may allow unsafe RF energy exposure if a scan resumes after power loss. The user interface can incorrectly enable scanning when tissue-heating levels exceed safe limits.
FDA is requiring labeling updates for BD Pyxis automated medication dispensing devices to address the risk of delays in medication access due to power loss or device malfunctions. The recall affects approximately 1,521 units distributed nationwide.
Tyber Medical is recalling A.L.P.S. mvX Anatomic Lateral Fibula Plates due to reports of locking screws passing through the locking hole during surgery, causing surgical delays.
Tyber Medical is recalling 115 A.L.P.S. mvX orthopedic plates because the locking screw can pass through the locking hole during surgery, causing surgical delays and inadequate fracture fixation.
Tyber Medical is recalling 408 units of the A.L.P.S. mvX Anatomic Lateral Fibula Plate because the locking screw can pass through the locking hole during surgery, causing surgical delays. No injuries have been reported.
Tyber Medical A.L.P.S. mvX anatomic lateral fibula plates (219 units nationwide) have a defect where the locking screw can pass through its locking hole during surgery, causing surgical delays.
Tyber Medical is recalling 214 units of A.L.P.S. mvX orthopedic plates (nationwide) because the locking screw may pass through the locking hole during surgery. Surgical delays have been reported.
Certain GE Healthcare MRI systems may incorrectly enable scan resumption when radiofrequency energy absorption exceeds FDA-set limits, potentially causing tissue heating. Risk is higher for patients with implants or touching conductive materials.
Tyber Medical is recalling 220 A.L.P.S. mvX Anatomic Lateral Fibula Plates due to complaints that the locking screw passes through the locking hole during surgery, causing surgical delays.
Tyber Medical recalls 208 units of A.L.P.S. mvX Medial Tibia Plates due to locking screws that can pass through the locking hole during surgery, causing surgical delays. No patient injuries have been reported.
GE Healthcare's Brivo MR355 MRI system can incorrectly resume scans when tissue heating limits are exceeded, potentially causing thermal burns if patients contact conductive materials. The recall affects 22 systems distributed nationwide and internationally.
GE Healthcare MRI systems may incorrectly resume scans after power loss when tissue heating rates exceed safe limits, risking excessive heating if patients contact conductive materials or have implants.
GE SIGNA MR380 NMRI systems may allow scans to resume when the 6-minute average SAR (tissue heating rate) exceeds safe limits, potentially causing excessive tissue heating especially in patients with implants or conductive contact.
OCBW INC is recalling Beverage Base Lemonade products due to undeclared Yellow #5. A total of 8,847 units were distributed across eight states. Consumers with sensitivities to food dyes should not consume the product.
Tyber Medical is recalling A.L.P.S. mvX Anatomic Lateral Fibula Plates nationwide due to reports that locking screws may pass through the locking hole during surgery, causing surgical delays.
BD Alaris Pump Module user manual incorrectly instructs users to leave the safety clamp open when reloading infusion sets, potentially causing accidental over-infusion.
Tyber Medical is recalling A.L.P.S. mvX-P Anatomic Lateral Fibula Plates because the locking screw may pass through the locking hole during surgery, causing surgical delays.
Deiorio Foods is recalling 1701 cases of 5912MOD-CAU 11" Gluten Free Friendly Cauliflower Shells due to potential contamination with white plastic fragments. The product may pose a choking hazard.
Tyber Medical is recalling A.L.P.S. mvX Medial Tibia Plates because the locking screw may not properly secure during surgery, causing surgical delays. No injuries have been reported.
Sumitomo is recalling specific Dunlop GPR-300F tires due to a defect causing inner liner bulging. The defect may lead to sudden air loss and vehicle control issues.
A software bug in IntelePACS causes incorrect diagnostic value calculations on Daylight Saving Time transition dates, risking incorrect patient diagnoses.
CareFusion is recalling BD Pyxis MedBank medication management cabinets due to inadequate labeling. A contraindication statement must be added to warn against use in procedure and operating rooms.
V Chocolates, Inc is recalling Assorted Chocolate Caramels with kosher sea salt due to plastic pieces from a broken tray. Consumers should not consume this product and should dispose of or return it.