State

California product recalls

73,092 recalls have nationwide distribution and so reach California. 13,251 additional recalls listed California specifically in their distribution scope.

What the numbers show

Total: 13,251
Critical: 1,605
Severe: 2,846
Most recent: 2026-09-25

Of the 13,251 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 2,846 (21%) are Severe.

Which agencies issued them

These figures cover only the 13,251 recalls whose distribution notice names California specifically. The 73,092 nationwide recalls listed below reach every state, so counting them here would make every state page show the same numbers.

10026–10050 of 86343

HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0443-2025·2024-11-20
Halyard Pacemaker Drape Surgical Instruments Recalled for Loose Metal Flakes
AVID Medical recalls Halyard Pacemaker Drape surgical instruments because metal flakes may detach from sponge forceps and towel clamps. Loose metal fragments could enter surgical sites undetected and cause local or foreign body reactions.
Product
Halyard PACEMAKER DRAPE - Medical convenience kits Model Number: VAST020-06
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0426-2025·2024-11-20
Surgical Kit Components Recalled for Potential Metal Fragment Detachment
AVID Medical is recalling Halyard ORAL SURGERY HEAD medical convenience kits (Model SAMM029-15) due to potential loose metal flakes that could detach from forceps and clamps and enter the surgical site, posing risk of local or foreign body reactions.
Product
Halyard ORAL SURGERY HEAD - Medical convenience kits Model Number: SAMM029-15
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0390-2025·2024-11-20
Halyard Total Knee Surgical Kit Recalled for Loose Metal Flakes
AVID Medical is recalling Halyard total knee surgical kits due to loose metal flakes on sponge forceps and towel clamps that could enter and contaminate the surgical site. The defect poses a risk of local reactions or foreign body complications.
Product
Halyard KIT, TOTAL KNEE - Medical convenience kits Model Number: ESJH012-07
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0340-2025·2024-11-20
IV Fluid Container Leak During Filling — SECURE 500 mL EVA Container Recall
The Metrix Company is recalling SECURE 500 mL EVA containers (REF 66050) used for intravenous administration because a limited number have been found to leak during filling. Affected lots were distributed nationwide and to Canada.
Product
SECURE 500 mL EMPTY EVA CONTAINER With 2 Ports, REF 66050; An empty single-use pouch made of plastic intended to contain a fluid for intravenous (IV) administration.
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0394-2025·2024-11-20
Medical surgical kits recalled due to loose metal flakes
AVID Medical is recalling Halyard TOTAL KNEE surgical kits (Model EUOR002-05) because sponge forceps and towel clamps may shed small metal flakes that could contaminate surgical sites and cause reactions.
Product
Halyard KIT, TOTAL KNEE - Medical convenience kits Model Number: EUOR002-05
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0342-2025·2024-11-20
IV Fluid Bags Recalled Due to Leaking During Filling
The FDA is recalling Imed EVA BAG IV bags after a limited number were found to leak during filling. The affected bags were distributed nationwide and in Canada.
Product
Imed Products Imed EVA BAG, 150 mL, 2-PORTS, REF IM38040; An empty single-use pouch made of plastic intended to contain a fluid for intravenous (IV) administration.
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0396-2025·2024-11-20
Halyard SPINE Kit recalled for loose metal flakes in surgical instruments
AVID Medical is recalling Halyard SPINE surgical kits (Model EUOR004-02) due to loose metal flakes that may detach from sponge forceps and towel clamps. These flakes could potentially enter a patient's surgical site, causing local or foreign body reactions.
Product
Halyard KIT, SPINE - Medical convenience kits Model Number: EUOR004-02
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0335-2025·2024-11-20
IV Fluid Container Bags Recalled for Leaking Defect
The Metrix Company is recalling SECURE 100 mL empty EVA containers for IV use due to leaking discovered during filling. Approximately 2,229 cases were distributed to healthcare facilities in the US and Canada.
Product
SECURE 100 mL EMPTY EVA CONTAINER With 2 Ports, REF 66040; An empty single-use pouch made of plastic intended to contain a fluid for intravenous (IV) administration.
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0402-2025·2024-11-20
Medical surgical kits recalled for loose metal flakes in instruments
AVID Medical is recalling Halyard CYSTO PDS medical convenience kits due to loose metal flakes that may detach from sponge forceps and towel clamps. These flakes could enter a surgical site and cause foreign body reactions.
Product
Halyard CYSTO PDS - Medical convenience kits Model Number: GVVA002-05
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0391-2025·2024-11-20
Halyard Shoulder Medical Kit recalled for loose metal flakes in surgical components
AVID Medical is recalling Halyard shoulder surgical kits due to loose metal flakes that could detach and enter surgical sites. Metal debris could cause local or foreign body reactions.
Product
Halyard KIT, SHOULDER - Medical convenience kits Model Number: ESJH014-06
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0366-2025·2024-11-20
Stryker electrosurgical smoke evacuation pencils recalled for unintended activation risk
Stryker is recalling smoke evacuation pencils used in electrosurgery that may activate without manual input, creating a risk of electrical burns to patients or healthcare providers.
Product
Stryker Neptune SafeAir Smoke Evacuation Pencil Coated Rocker-Switch, Bulk Non-Sterile - Designed for general electrosurgical applications including cutting and coagulation and for removing smoke generated by electrosurgery when used in conjunction with an effective smoke evacuat
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0329-2025·2024-11-20
SafeControl Bed Handset May Move Unexpectedly After Power Restoration
The SafeControl handset component of Sentida beds may revert to an active mode after power restoration, potentially causing unintended bed movement. Consumers should ensure beds are safely positioned before power interruptions.
Product
SafeControl handset (a component of the Sentida bed which moves and positions the bed), Model Numbers: 01-011539, 01-011541, 01-01198
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0383-2025·2024-11-20
Medical Drainage Pack Components Recalled for Potential Metal Fragments
AVID Medical is recalling the Halyard IR Abcess Drainage Pack due to sponge forceps and towel clamps that may have loose metal flakes. Metal flakes could detach and enter a patient's surgical site, causing local or foreign body reactions.
Product
Halyard IR ABCESS DRAINAGE PACK - Medical convenience kits Model Number: AVMD018
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0413-2025·2024-11-20
Halyard Pacemaker Pack surgical kits recalled for loose metal flakes
AVID Medical is recalling Halyard Pacemaker Pack surgical kits because sponge forceps and towel clamps contain loose metal flakes that could detach and enter patient surgical sites.
Product
Halyard PACEMAKER PACK - Medical convenience kits Model Number: MAMC223-08
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0453-2025·2024-11-20
Halyard Pacemaker Tray Surgical Kits Recalled for Loose Metal Flakes
AVID Medical recalls Halyard PACEMAKER TRAY surgical kits nationwide due to potential loose metal flakes that could detach from sponge forceps and towel clamps and contaminate surgical sites.
Product
Halyard PACEMAKER TRAY - Medical convenience kits Model Number: VMPB0003-10
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0447-2025·2024-11-20
Halyard Angiography Drape Pack Recalled for Potential Metal Flakes in Surgical Site
AVID Medical recalls Halyard angiography drape packs due to potential metal flakes that could detach from sponge forceps and towel clamps. These flakes could enter a surgical site undetected and cause local or foreign body reactions.
Product
Halyard ANGIOGRAPHY DRAPE PACK - Medical convenience kits Model Number: VMCC021-06
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0351-2025·2024-11-20
Cystoscope Outer Sheath Recalled for Potential Laser Probe Damage
Olympus is recalling 738 units of the WA22810A Cystoscope Outer Sheath distributed nationwide due to potential damage to the laser probe tip during use with GreenLight Laser for BPH therapy. The manufacturer removed this compatibility claim from product instructions.
Product
Brand Name: Olympus Product Name: Cystoscope Outer Sheath Model/Catalog Number: WA22810A Software Version: N/A Product Description: Outer sheaths can be combined with rigid Telescopes. Component: N/A
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0356-2025·2024-11-20
UA Kit Specimen Containers Identified as Non-Sterile Despite Sterile Labeling
MEDLINE's UA Kit specimen containers are labeled as sterile but have been identified as non-sterile, posing a risk of contaminated specimens that could lead to incorrect test results and unnecessary treatment.
Product
UA KIT, SKU DYKM1690A; Component No. 503581
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0343-2025·2024-11-20
Imed EVA IV Fluid Bags Recalled Due to Leakage During Filling
The Metrix Company is recalling Imed EVA IV fluid bags that may leak during filling. A limited number of units have been found defective across multiple U.S. states and Canada.
Product
Imed Products Imed EVA BAG, 250 mL, 2-PORTS, REF IM68045; An empty single-use pouch made of plastic intended to contain a fluid for intravenous (IV) administration.
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0354-2025·2024-11-20
Clean Catch Kit specimen containers recalled for sterility labeling failure
Medline recalls 626,305 Clean Catch Kits whose specimen containers are non-sterile despite sterile labeling, risking specimen contamination and unnecessary treatment.
Product
Clean Catch Kit, SKU DYKM1833A; Component No. 503581
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0431-2025·2024-11-20
Halyard CPT Cardiac Cath Pack Recalled Due to Loose Metal Flakes in Forceps and Clamps
AVID Medical is recalling Halyard CPT Cardiac Cath Pack convenience kits due to small metal flakes that may detach from sponge forceps and towel clamps. Metal flakes could enter a surgical site undetected and cause local or foreign body reactions.
Product
Halyard CPT CARDIAC CATH PACK - Medical convenience kits Model Number: SHAN430-02
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0408-2025·2024-11-20
Surgical Instruments Recalled Due to Potential Metal Flake Contamination
AVID Medical recalled Halyard POST PARTUM TUBAL LIGATION surgical kit components due to loose metal flakes that could detach from sponge forceps and towel clamps. Metal flakes entering a patient's surgical site could cause local or foreign body reactions.
Product
Halyard POST PARTUM TUBAL LIGATION - Medical convenience kits Model Number: LANC026-19
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0360-2025·2024-11-20
Urine kit specimen containers recalled for non-sterile condition
Medline urine kit specimen containers labeled as sterile are actually non-sterile. This risks sample contamination, infection, and unnecessary treatment.
Product
URINE KIT, SKU DYKM1845; Component No. 503581
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0442-2025·2024-11-20
Halyard Pacemaker Instrument Packs Recalled for Loose Metal Flakes
AVID Medical is recalling Halyard Pacemaker Instrument Packs (Model VAPX040-01) because sponge forceps and towel clamps may contain loose metal flakes that could detach and enter a patient's surgical site during procedures.
Product
Halyard PACEMAKER INSTRUMENT PACK - Medical convenience kits Model Number: VAPX040-01
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0410-2025·2024-11-20
Halyard Knee Arthroscopy Packs recalled due to loose metal flakes
AVID Medical recalls Halyard Knee Arthroscopy Packs due to loose metal flakes that could detach from forceps and clamps. Metal fragments may enter the surgical site, potentially causing local or foreign body reactions.
Product
Halyard KNEE ARTHROSCOPY PACK - Medical convenience kits Model Number: MAMC204-16
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide