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.
The Welch Allyn Life 2000 Ventilator has a battery charger defect that could cause an alarm, rendering it inoperable. 187 units nationwide are affected in this FDA Class I recall.
Boston Scientific ALTRUA 2 DR Pacemakers may unexpectedly enter Safety Mode during normal operation due to high battery impedance, potentially affecting device functionality.
Baxter Healthcare is recalling the Life2000 Ventilation System due to a battery charger defect that can trigger an alarm, rendering the ventilator inoperable and unable to support patients' breathing.
Abiomed is recalling 2,364 units of the Impella RP Flex with SmartAssist due to risk of optical sensor damage from device interaction. Damage may cause temporary or permanent pump stop and loss of vital monitoring signals.
Boston Scientific's ACCOLADE Family pacemakers, including VALITUDE CRT-P models, are recalled due to battery impedance defects that could trigger unintended Safety Mode during normal operation.
First Quality Produce is recalling Cucumber Coins (sliced cucumbers in 5-lb trays) due to potential Salmonella contamination. The product was distributed to food service operators in California.
Mercury Medical is recalling the Neo-Tee T-Piece Resuscitator due to an undersized spring in the circuit flow controller that may prevent reaching proper pressure ranges, potentially impairing emergency ventilation.
Boston Scientific is recalling ACCOLADE DR Pacemakers built before September 2018 due to risk of unintended Safety Mode activation caused by battery impedance issues. The devices may enter Safety Mode during normal telemetry operations.
Certain VISIONIST CRT-P pacemakers with latent high battery impedance may initiate Safety Mode unexpectedly during normal operations. Manufactured before September 2018, 156,329 units were distributed worldwide.
Pinsarella Food LLC is recalling Roman Pizza products due to undeclared wheat and soy allergens. The affected products were distributed to restaurants in California through food distributors.
Baxter Healthcare Corporation is recalling Welch Allyn Life2000 Ventilation Systems due to a battery charger malfunction that triggers an alarm and renders the ventilator inoperable.
Snack Buddies Cucumber Coins are being recalled due to potential Salmonella contamination. The affected products were distributed exclusively to California food-service establishments, not retail stores.
Boston Scientific is recalling certain ESSENTIO DR Pacemakers manufactured before September 2018 due to latent battery impedance that may cause Safety Mode malfunction during normal operations.
Medline Fluid Delivery Sets were incorrectly assembled with macro drip chambers instead of required micro drip chambers. The macro chamber delivers three times more fluid per drop, creating a risk of dosing errors.
The AquaFlexFlow UF 500 Plus blood circuit may malfunction and remove excessive fluid from patients, causing a dangerous drop in blood volume. This risk is especially dangerous for pediatric patients.
Baxter Healthcare is recalling 946 Welch Allyn Life2000 ventilators due to a battery charger defect that can trigger an alarm and render the device inoperable.
Olympus recalls the MAJ-891 endoscope forceps/irrigation plug nationwide because improper reprocessing may leave biomaterial inside the device, creating a contamination risk.
Abiomed is recalling 1,560 units of the Impella RP with SmartAssist pump due to risk of optical sensor damage from device interactions. Damaged sensors may cause temporary or permanent pump malfunction.
Alcon Research is voluntarily recalling Systane Lubricant Eye Drops, Ultra PF, due to non-sterility concerns. The recall affects 55,960 boxes distributed nationwide.
First Quality Produce is recalling diced cucumber (5-lb trays) due to potential Salmonella contamination. The recalled product was distributed to consignees in California and was not sold at retail.
Medline fluid delivery sets were assembled with a macro drip chamber instead of the required micro drip chamber, delivering three times more fluid per drop and risking patient fluid overload.
Intuitive Surgical is recalling 1,739 8MM DeBakey Forceps (Model 470036) used in surgical procedures due to increased reports of frayed or broken grip cables. Cable failure could impair instrument function during surgery.
Intuitive Surgical is recalling 8MM curved bipolar dissectors due to frayed or broken grip cables that could affect surgical instrument performance. Approximately 3,869 units were distributed nationwide and internationally.
Sklar Instruments is recalling three models of ECONO STERILE medical procedure kits nationwide due to packaging issues that may breach the sterile barrier. No injuries or illnesses have been reported.
A software bug in BD Pyxis MedStation ES medication dispensing cabinets may prevent staff from locating alternate supply locations, potentially delaying patient therapy.