The Recall Desk

State

California product recalls

72,992 recalls have nationwide distribution and so reach California. 13,247 additional recalls listed California specifically in their distribution scope.

What the numbers show

Total
13,247
Critical
1,605
Severe
2,844
Most recent
2026-09-25

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.

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.

8976–9000 of 86239

  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0874-2025·2025-01-22

    ProGrasp Forceps Recalled Due to Frayed or Broken Grip Cables

    Intuitive Surgical recalls ProGrasp Forceps instruments due to increased complaints of frayed or broken grip cables. Approximately 99,249 units distributed in the U.S. and internationally are affected.

    Product
    8MM,PROGRASP FORCEPS,IS4000 REF 471093
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    52 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0907-2025·2025-01-22

    Panther Fusion GBS Assay Kits with Weak Cartridge Seals May Produce Invalid Results

    Hologic is recalling 380 Panther Fusion GBS Assay Kits due to potential weak pouch seals on the reagent cartridge. The seals may allow invalid or incorrect test results, potentially delaying necessary treatment.

    Product
    Panther Fusion GBS Assay REF PRD-04484 Kit containing Panther Fusion GBS Reagent Cartridge IVD.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    20 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0946-2025·2025-01-22

    Gynecological dilator kits recalled for potential sterile barrier compromise

    Sklar Instruments is recalling ECONO STERILE gynecological dilator kits nationwide due to packaging issues that may breach the sterile barrier, potentially affecting product safety.

    Product
    ECONO STERILE medical procedure kits labeled as: 1) ECONO STERILE HEGAR DILATOR 11&12MM STRLCS25Model Number 96-0960; 2) ECONO STERILE HEGAR DILATOR 9&10MM STRL CS25Model Number 96-0961; 3) ECONO STERILE HEGAR DILATOR 7&8MM STRL CS25Model Number 96-0962; 4) ECONO STERILE
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0862-2025·2025-01-22

    Surgical Retractor Grip Cables May Fray or Break During Use

    Intuitive Surgical is recalling 738 units of the 8MM Atrial Retractor (Model 470246) due to reports of frayed or broken grip cables on reusable instruments. The defect could compromise instrument performance during surgical procedures.

    Product
    8MM,ATRIAL RETRACTOR SHORT RIGHT,IS4000¿ REF 470246
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    52 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0949-2025·2025-01-22

    Sklar Instruments ECONO STERILE surgical procedure kits recalled due to packaging defect

    Sklar Instruments is recalling ECONO STERILE ALFONSO INFANT SPEC STRL sterile surgical procedure kits nationwide due to packaging issues that may breach the sterile barrier.

    Product
    ECONO STERILE medical procedure kits labeled as: ECONO STERILE ALFONSO INFANT SPEC STRL CS/10, Model Number 96-3814; eyelid surgery
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0914-2025·2025-01-22

    Cardinal Health Fetal Surgery Kits Recalled for Endotoxin Contamination Risk

    Cardinal Health is recalling Presource fetal surgery kits due to potential endotoxin contamination in non-sterile surgical strips and patties, which could pose infection risk.

    Product
    Cardinal Health Presource Kits: 1 ) KIT, FETAL SURGERY, Catalog Number PB11FSC10 2 ) KIT, FETAL SURGERY , Catalog Number PB11FSCH5 3 ) KIT, FETAL SURGERY , Catalog Number PB11FSCH6 4 ) KIT, FETAL SURGERY , Catalog Number PB11FSCH7 5 ) KIT, FETAL SURGERY , Catalog Number PB11
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0203-2025·2025-01-22

    Prescription Drug Cardura Recalled for Specification Failures in Manufacturing

    Viatris Inc is recalling Cardura (doxazosin mesylate) XL 8 mg tablets due to failed stability testing revealing out-of-specification impurity levels. Approximately 1,215 bottles distributed nationwide are affected.

    Product
    CARDURA — CARDURA (DOXAZOSIN MESYLATE)
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0945-2025·2025-01-22

    Gynecological Procedure Kits Recalled for Potential Sterile Barrier Packaging Defects

    Sklar Instruments is recalling ECONO STERILE gynecological procedure kits due to packaging issues that may compromise the sterile barrier. The affected kits may no longer maintain their sterile condition.

    Product
    ECONO STERILE medical procedure kits labeled as: ECONO STERILE KOGAN ENDOCERV SPEC STER CS/5, Model Number 96-4142A, gynecological procedures
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0941-2025·2025-01-22

    Sklar Instruments Sterile Surgical Kits Recalled for Packaging Defects

    Sklar Instruments is recalling 252,865 sterile surgical kits nationwide due to packaging defects that may compromise the sterile barrier, risking instrument contamination.

    Product
    ECONO STERILE medical procedure kits labeled as: 1) ECONO STERILE IRIS SCISS 4 1/2" CVD CASE/50,Model Number 941-0918; 2) ECONO STERILE METZENBAUM SCIS STR 9"STER C25,Model Number 941-1556; 3) ECONO STERILE MAYO SCISS STRT STRL 9" CS/25,Model Number 941-1613; 4) ECONO ST
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0864-2025·2025-01-22

    8MM Large Suturecut Needle Driver Recalled for Frayed Grip Cables

    Intuitive Surgical is recalling 8MM Large Suturecut Needle Driver instruments due to frayed or broken grip cables. The recall affects 784 units distributed nationwide and internationally.

    Product
    8MM,LARGE SUTURECUT NEEDLE DRIVER,IS4000¿ REF 470296
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    52 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0948-2025·2025-01-22

    Sklar Instruments IUD Extractor Kits Recalled for Sterile Barrier Packaging Issues

    Sklar Instruments is recalling ECONO STERILE IUD Extractor kits (Model 96-4146A) due to packaging defects that may compromise the sterile barrier. Nationwide distribution.

    Product
    ECONO STERILE medical procedure kits labeled as: ECONO STERILE IUD EXTRACTOR DBL HK 10.5"CS25, Model Number 96-4146A
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0915-2025·2025-01-22

    Cardinal Health surgical kits recalled for potential endotoxin contamination

    Cardinal Health Presource surgical kits are being recalled due to potential endotoxin contamination in non-sterile surgical strips and patties. Approximately 512,786 units were distributed worldwide.

    Product
    Cardinal Health Presource Kits: 1) CRANIOTOMY PACK, Catalog Number: 2NE69CNK12; 2) CHI STD NEURO CRANI OPT 4, Catalog Number: CHIP99NC42; 3) CHI STD NEURO CRANI OPT 4 , Catalog Number: CHIP99NC43; 4) CHI STD NEURO CRANI OPT 4 , Catalog Number: CHIP99NC44; 5) CHI STD NEURO CR
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0929-2025·2025-01-22

    Surgical Retractor Kits Recalled for Potential Sterile Barrier Breach

    Sklar Instruments is recalling ECONO STERILE surgical retractor kits due to packaging defects that may result in a breach of the sterile barrier. 75 units nationwide have been affected.

    Product
    ECONO STERILE medical procedure kits labeled as: 1) ECONO STERILE WEITLANER RETR SH 2X3 4.5"CS25, Model Numbers: 96-2201A; 2) ECONO STERILE WEITLANER RETR BL 2X3 4.5"CS25, Model Numbers: 96-2203A; 3) ECONO STERILE WEITLANER RETR BL 3X4 5.5"CS25, Model Numbers: 96-2207A;
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0857-2025·2025-01-22

    Surgical Forceps Recalled for Frayed or Broken Grip Cables

    Intuitive Surgical is recalling 373 Resano Forceps due to increased complaints of frayed or broken grip cables on the reusable surgical instruments. Affected healthcare providers should contact the manufacturer for guidance.

    Product
    8MM,RESANO FORCEPS,IS4000 ¿ REF 470181
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    52 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0860-2025·2025-01-22

    Intuitive Surgical Tenaculum Forceps Recalled for Frayed or Broken Grip Cables

    Intuitive Surgical is recalling 11,162 units of 8MM Tenaculum Forceps (Model 470207) due to increased complaints of frayed or broken grip cables on reusable surgical instruments. Users should discontinue use immediately.

    Product
    8MM,TENACULUM FORCEPS,IS4000¿ REF 470207
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    52 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0844-2025·2025-01-22

    Folysil Silicone Foley Catheters Recalled for Possible Sterility Issue

    Coloplast recalls Folysil Silicone Foley Catheters due to a possible sterility defect detected at the manufacturing facility. The affected units may not maintain proper sterilization, posing a risk of infection.

    Product
    Folysil Silicone Foley Catheters, Device Reference Numbers AA6106, AA6108, AA6110, AA6112, AA6114, AA6116, AA6118, AA6120, AA6122, AA6124, AA6308, AA6310, AA6312, AA6314, AA6316, AA6318, AA6320, AA6322, AA6324, AA6408, AA6410, AA6412, AA6414, AA6416, AA6418, AA6420, AA6422, AA642
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0201-2025·2025-01-22

    Clobazam tablets recalled for contamination with foreign tablets

    Amerisource Health Services LLC is recalling Clobazam 10 mg tablets nationwide due to contamination with foreign tablets or capsules. Patients should contact their pharmacist or healthcare provider.

    Product
    CLOBAZAM — CLOBAZAM (CLOBAZAM)
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0882-2025·2025-01-22

    Intuitive Surgical Bipolar Grasper Recall Due to Frayed or Broken Grip Cables

    Intuitive Surgical is recalling 14,507 8MM Long Bipolar Graspers due to increased complaints of frayed or broken grip cables that could impair surgical control during laparoscopic procedures.

    Product
    8MM,LONG BIPOLAR GRASPER,IS4000 REF 471400
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    52 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0851-2025·2025-01-22

    Intuitive Surgical Micro Forceps Recalled Due to Grip Cable Defects

    Intuitive Surgical is recalling 8MM Black Diamond Micro Forceps (Model 470033) due to complaints of frayed or broken grip cables. The defect affects 1,111 units distributed nationwide and internationally.

    Product
    8MM,BLACK DIAMOND MICRO FORCEPS,IS4000 ¿ REF 470033
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    52 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0939-2025·2025-01-22

    Sklar Instruments Recalls ECONO STERILE Medical Procedure Kits for Sterile Barrier Breach Risk

    Sklar Instruments is recalling 245,015 ECONO STERILE medical procedure kits nationwide due to packaging issues that may compromise the sterile barrier. No illnesses or injuries have been reported.

    Product
    ECONO STERILE medical procedure kits labeled as: 1) ECONO STERILE ROCH-PEAN FCP 8" CVD CS/25,Model Number 94-0286; 2) ECONO STERILE DRESSING FCP 5.5" CS/25LG,Model Number 94-0290; 3) ECONO STERILE TISSUE FCP 1X2 5.5" STER CS25,Model Number 94-0291; 4) ECONO STERILE FRCP
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0935-2025·2025-01-22

    Sklar Instruments Recalls Sterile Vein Hooks Due to Packaging Issues

    Sklar Instruments is recalling 1,050 units of ECONO STERILE Vein Hooks due to packaging issues that may breach the sterile barrier. Products were distributed nationwide.

    Product
    ECONO STERILE medical procedure kits labeled as: 1) ECONO STERILE VEIN HOOK 1.5MM STERILE CS/25, Model Number 96-4020M; 2) ECONO STERILE VEIN HOOK 2MM STERILE CS/25, Model Number 96-4021M; 3) ECONO STERILE VEIN HOOK 2.5MM STERILE CS/25, Model Number 96-4022M; venous proced
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0904-2025·2025-01-22

    Medtronic NanoCross Elite PTA Catheter Recall Due to Balloon Deflation

    Medtronic's NanoCross Elite PTA catheters in certain lots may not deflate properly during use. The FDA is recalling 5,189 units due to potential in-vivo balloon deflation issues.

    Product
    Medtronic NanoCross Elite PTA catheter, REF numbers amd sizes: 1) AB14W050020090, Size: 5MM X 20MM X 90CM; 2) AB14W050020150, Size: 5MM X 20MM X 150CM; 3) AB14W050040090, Size: 5MM X 40MM X 90CM; 4) AB14W050040150, Size: 5MM X 40MM X 150CM; 5) AB14W050060150,
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0925-2025·2025-01-22

    ECONO STERILE ear cleaning kits recalled for packaging sterile barrier issues

    Sklar Instruments is recalling ECONO STERILE medical procedure kits for ear cleaning due to packaging issues that may result in a breach of the sterile barrier. The kits have been distributed nationwide.

    Product
    ECONO STERILE brand medical procedure kits labeled as: 1) ECONO STERILE" BUCK EAR CUR BL STR#0STRLCS/25, Model Number 96-2273; 2) ECONO STERILE" BILLEAU EAR LOOP MD STRL CS/25, Model Number 96-2283; for ear cleaning
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide