State

California product recalls

73,096 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 73,096 nationwide recalls listed below reach every state, so counting them here would make every state page show the same numbers.

10601–10625 of 86347

HighFDA (Devices)·Z-3291-2024·2024-10-02
Boston Scientific Esophageal Stent Systems Recalled for Catheter Tip Detachment Risk
Boston Scientific is recalling WallFlex and Agile Esophageal Stent Systems for potential delivery catheter tip detachment during insertion. Eighteen units were distributed worldwide including the United States.
Product
AGILE ESO OTW FC 23MM X 10.1CM IN 18.5 F-Agile Esophageal Partially Covered (PC) and Fully Covered (FC) OTW Stent System is intended for maintaining esophageal luminal patency in esophageal strictures caused by intrinsic and/or extrinsic malignant tumors, and occlusion of concu
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-3233-2024·2024-10-02
Bilateral Tubal Ligation Pack Recalled for Unconfirmed Sterilization
American Contract Systems, Inc. is recalling the Bilateral Tubal Ligation Pack (Lot 2405102) due to inability to confirm proper sterilization following a chart recorder malfunction.
Product
Bilateral Tubal Ligation Pack, FHBT3T; Medical convenience kit
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-3279-2024·2024-10-02
Boston Scientific esophageal stent systems recalled for catheter tip detachment
Boston Scientific is recalling Wallflex and Agile esophageal stent systems due to potential delivery catheter tip detachment during stent placement procedures.
Product
WALLFLEX ESOPHAGEAL FC 23/28MMX12CM- Wallflex Esophageal Partially Covered and Fully Covered Stent System is Intended for maintaining esophageal luminal patency in esophageal strictures caused by intrinsic and/or extrinsic malignant tumors, and occlusion of concurrent esophageal
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-3212-2024·2024-10-02
Cervical disc replacement recalled for foreign contamination in assembly
Centinel Spine is recalling the Prodisc C SK cervical disc replacement due to blue discoloration on the inlay observed during assembly. This discoloration is a foreign contaminant that was not fully evaluated in manufacturing validations.
Product
prodisc C SK, Total cervical disc replacement, medical device, Model/Catalog Number: PDSM5
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-3302-2024·2024-10-02
Cardinal Health Salem Sump Stomach Tubes Recalled for Anti-Reflux Valve Breakage
Cardinal Health is recalling Salem Sump Dual Lumen Stomach Tubes due to reports of anti-reflux valve breakage caused by improper use. Product labeling has been updated.
Product
(a) CardinalHealth Salem Sump Dual Lumen Stomach Tube with Anti-Reflux Valve, 12 Fr/Ch (4.0 mm) x 48 in. (122 cm), Model #8888266114, Sterile; (b) CardinalHealth Salem Sump Dual Lumen Stomach Tube with Anti-Reflux Valve, 14 Fr/Ch (4.7 mm) x 48 in. (122 cm), Model #8888266122,
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-3231-2024·2024-10-02
Day Surgery General Pack medical kit recalled for sterilization concern
American Contract Systems recalled 280 units of its Day Surgery General Pack due to humidity control failures that prevent confirmation of adequate sterilization.
Product
Day Surgery General Pack, FHGE18T; Medical convenience kit
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-3272-2024·2024-10-02
Esophageal stent systems recalled due to delivery catheter tip detachment risk
Boston Scientific is recalling WallFlex and Agile esophageal stent systems due to potential delivery catheter tip detachment during stent placement procedures.
Product
WALLFLEX FC ESO STENT RMV LL 23X105- Intended for maintaining esophageal luminal patency in esophageal strictures caused by intrinsic and/or extrinsic malignant tumors, and occlusion of concurrent esophageal fistulas Material Number (UPN): M00516300
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-3295-2024·2024-10-02
Boston Scientific Agile Esophageal Stent Recall: Catheter Tip Detachment Risk
Boston Scientific is recalling Agile Esophageal Stent Systems due to potential delivery catheter tip detachment. The Class II recall affects 6 units distributed worldwide.
Product
AGILE ESO FC RMV 23MM X 15.0CM IN 18.5 F- Agile Esophageal Partially Covered (PC) and Fully Covered (FC) OTW Stent System is intended for maintaining esophageal luminal patency in esophageal strictures caused by intrinsic and/or extrinsic malignant tumors, and occlusion of conc
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0664-2024·2024-10-02
FDA Recalls Refresh P.M. Eye Ointment Due to Potential Sterility Breach
AbbVie is recalling Refresh P.M. lubricant eye ointment due to potential breaches in tube seals that may compromise product sterility. Approximately 2.4 million tubes were distributed nationwide and internationally.
Product
Refresh P.M., (Mineral Oil 42.5%, White Petrolatum 57.3%) Lubricant Eye Ointment, Net wt, 0.12 oz (3.5g) Tube, Distributed by: Allergen, an AbbVie company, Madison, NJ 07940, UPC code: 300230667043,
Category
Drug
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-3299-2024·2024-10-02
Arrow Arterial Kits Recalled Due to Open Packaging Seals
Arrow International recalls over 14,000 arterial kits due to reports of open packaging seals. The recall affects multiple models distributed nationwide.
Product
Arrow Arterial Kits and Trays as follows: (1) Arrow Arterial Access Tray with 0.025" Spring-Wire Guide (Catheter Not Included), REF ASK-04001-BW1; (2) Arrow Arterial Access Tray with 0.021" Spring-Wire Guide (Catheter Not Included), REF ASK-04001-CK; (3) Arrow Arterial
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-3250-2024·2024-10-02
Cook Biotech Biodesign Fistula Plug implants recalled for premature expiration
Cook Biotech is recalling Biodesign Fistula Plug C-FPB-0.4 implants because products expire before their printed expiration dates.
Product
Biodesign Fistula Plug C-FPB-0.4 - For implantation to reinforce soft tissue for repair of recto-vaginal or anorectal fistulas. Order Number (GPN): G24667
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-3274-2024·2024-10-02
WallFlex Esophageal Stent System Recalled Due to Catheter Tip Detachment Risk
Boston Scientific recalls WallFlex and Agile esophageal stent systems due to potential delivery catheter tip detachment affecting 77 units distributed worldwide.
Product
WALLFLEX FC ESO STENT RMV LL 23X155- Wallflex Esophageal Partially Covered (PC) and Fully Covered (FC) Stent System Intended for maintaining esophageal luminal patency in esophageal strictures caused by intrinsic and/or extrinsic malignant tumors, and occlusion of concurrent esop
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-3280-2024·2024-10-02
FDA Recalls WallFlex Esophageal Stent Systems Due to Catheter Tip Detachment Risk
Boston Scientific is recalling WallFlex and Agile esophageal stent systems (516 units) due to potential for delivery catheter tip detachment during stent placement procedures.
Product
WALLFLEX ESOPHAGEAL FC 23/28MMX15CM-Wallflex Esophageal Partially Covered and Fully Covered Stent System is Intended for maintaining esophageal luminal patency in esophageal strictures caused by intrinsic and/or extrinsic malignant tumors, and occlusion of concurrent esophageal f
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-3205-2024·2024-10-02
MRI diagnostic device screws may loosen and block tabletop
Philips is recalling the Ingenia Elition X MRI device due to loose screws in the RF carrier assembly that could block the tabletop and delay diagnosis or cause patient anxiety.
Product
SmartPath to Ingenia Elition X - For use as a diagnostic device to obtain cross-sectional images, spectroscopic images and/or spectra of the internal structure of the head, body or extremities, in any orientation. (REF) Numbers: 782118
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-3195-2024·2024-10-02
Philips Ingenia 3.0T MRI Scanner Tabletop Blockage Risk
Philips is recalling 33 Ingenia 3.0T MRI scanners whose Integrated Radio Frequency Carrier assembly screws may come loose and block the horizontal tabletop, potentially causing diagnostic delays.
Product
Ingenia 3.0T - For use as a diagnostic device to obtain cross-sectional images, spectroscopic images and/or spectra of the internal structure of the head, body or extremities, in any orientation. (REF) Numbers: 782103
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-3158-2024·2024-10-02
Mobile X-Ray System Exposure Settings May Not Apply Correctly
Fujifilm mobile x-ray systems may fail to apply configured exposure settings or default to adult chest imaging parameters. This could result in inappropriate radiation exposure levels.
Product
The device is a mobile x-ray system designed to work with Fujifilm's GOS and CsI scintillator FDR D-EVO2 (DR-ID) 12XXSE) family of digital x-ray detectors coupled.
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-3227-2024·2024-10-02
Endovascular AAA Packs Recalled Due to Sterilization Process Defect
American Contract Systems is recalling 93 units of Endovascular AAA Packs due to inability to confirm sterilization assurance requirements were met following an environmental monitoring failure.
Product
Endovascular AAA Pack, ESED52B; Medical convenience kit
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-3256-2024·2024-10-02
Biodesign Fistula Plug Implant Recalled for Premature Expiration
Cook Biotech is recalling the Biodesign Fistula Plug implant because devices expire before their labeled expiration dates. Thirty-nine units distributed worldwide are affected.
Product
Biodesign Fistula Plug C-FPS-0.4-2 - For implantation to reinforce soft tissue for repair of recto-vaginal or anorectal fistulas. Order Number (GPN): G46372
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-3190-2024·2024-10-02
Prelude Sheath Introducer 7.5F devices recalled due to labeling error
Merit Medical Systems is recalling 1,892 Prelude Sheath Introducer devices due to a labeling error: devices labeled as 7.5F are actually sized as 7F. The dimensional mislabeling could result in incorrect device selection during medical procedures.
Product
Prelude Sheath Introducer 7.5F, REF: PSI-7F-11-038 Version F (PSI-7F-11-038/F)
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-3222-2024·2024-10-02
FDA Recalls Karl Storz Endoscopes Due to Unapproved Reprocessing Instructions
Karl Storz is recalling 78 endoscopes because their instructions for use contain reprocessing modalities that have not been reviewed or approved by the FDA.
Product
Karl Storz - Endoskope , REF: 27294AA, Hopkins Telescope 6, 18 Fr, Rx only, CE 0123
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-3235-2024·2024-10-02
IR Procedure Pack Recalled Due to Sterilization Assurance Failure
American Contract Systems recalls IR Procedure Pack (Lot 2405102, expiration 05/10/2024) because it cannot confirm sterilization requirements were met. An inoperable chart recorder caused humidity levels to be out-of-specification.
Product
IR Procedure Pack, CEAT19W; Medical convenience kit
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-3282-2024·2024-10-02
Boston Scientific recalls WallFlex and Agile esophageal stents for delivery catheter detachment
Boston Scientific has recalled 308 units of WallFlex and Agile esophageal stent systems due to the potential for delivery catheter tip detachment during stent placement. The affected devices are distributed worldwide.
Product
WALLFLEX PC ESOPH STENT 18/23MM X 123MM- Wallflex Esophageal Partially Covered and Fully Covered Stent System is Intended for maintaining esophageal luminal patency in esophageal strictures caused by intrinsic and/or extrinsic malignant tumors, and occlusion of concurrent esophag
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-3255-2024·2024-10-02
Biodesign Fistula Plug Implants Recalled Due to Premature Expiration
Cook Biotech is recalling Biodesign Fistula Plug C-FPS-0.2-2 implants because affected units expire before their labeled expiration dates. The defect could compromise product performance.
Product
Biodesign Fistula Plug C-FPS-0.2-2 - For implantation to reinforce soft tissue for repair of recto-vaginal or anorectal fistulas. Order Number (GPN): G46374
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-3223-2024·2024-10-02
Karl Storz Hopkins Telescope 6 Endoscope Recalled for Unapproved Reprocessing Instructions
Karl Storz Hopkins Telescope 6 endoscopes (59 units, nationwide) are recalled because their reprocessing instructions lack FDA review and approval for safety and efficacy.
Product
Karl Storz - Endoskope , REF: 27295AA, Hopkins Telescope 6, 18 Fr, Rx only, CE 0123
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-3265-2024·2024-10-02
Esophageal stent system recalled due to potential delivery catheter detachment
Boston Scientific is recalling Wallflex Esophageal Stent Systems due to potential delivery catheter tip detachment that could affect proper stent deployment during medical procedures.
Product
WALLFLEX FC ESO STENT RMV 18X103MM- Wallflex Esophageal Partially Covered (PC) and Fully Covered (FC) Stent System Intended for maintaining esophageal luminal patency in esophageal strictures caused by intrinsic and/or extrinsic malignant tumors, and occlusion of concurrent esoph
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide