The Recall Desk

State

California product recalls

72,919 recalls have nationwide distribution and so reach California. 13,245 additional recalls listed California specifically in their distribution scope.

What the numbers show

Total
13,245
Critical
1,605
Severe
2,843
Most recent
2026-09-09

Of the 13,245 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 2,843 (21%) are Severe.

These figures cover only the 13,245 recalls whose distribution notice names California specifically. The 72,919 nationwide recalls listed below reach every state, so counting them here would make every state page show the same numbers.

2451–2475 of 86164

  • HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0449-2026·2026-04-22

    Cipla cinacalcet 30 mg tablets exceed the nitrosamine daily intake limit

    Cipla is recalling Cinacalcet Hydrochloride Tablets, 30 mg, over CGMP deviations and the presence of N-Nitroso Cinacalcet above the acceptable daily intake limit. 113,336 bottles are affected.

    Product
    CINACALCET — CINACALCET (CINACALCET)
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1821-2026·2026-04-22

    Elegance anterior cervical plates recalled over burrs on finished product

    Elegance Anterior Cervical Plates are being recalled over a quality issue involving the presence of burrs on the finished plate. The action covers 511 units.

    Product
    Brand Name: Elegance¿ Anterior Cervical Plate Product Name: ELEGANCE 1 LEVEL CERVICAL PLATE, ELEGANCE 2 LEVEL CERVICAL PLATE, ELEGANCE 3 LEVEL CERVICAL PLATE, ELEGANCE 4 LEVEL CERVICAL PLATE Model/Catalog Number: See Excel sheet attached named "FDA 5072 Product Information" So
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0452-2026·2026-04-22

    FarmHouse Fresh benzoyl peroxide night lotion recalled over benzene contamination

    FarmHouse Fresh Midnight Clearing Night Lotion, a 2.5% benzoyl peroxide acne treatment, is being recalled because of chemical contamination from the presence of benzene.

    Product
    FHF Farmhouse Fresh, Midnight Clearing, NIGHT LOTION, 2.5% BENZOYL PEROXIDE ACNE TREATMENT, OTC a) 0.5 fl. oz./15ml; and b)1 fl. oz./30ml tubes; Made in the USA for FarmHouse Fresh, 8797 CR 858 McKinney, Texas
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0454-2026·2026-04-22

    SLMD benzoyl peroxide spot treatment recalled over benzene contamination

    SLMD BP Acne Spot Treatment, 10% benzoyl peroxide, is being recalled because of chemical contamination from the presence of benzene. 2,269 bottles are affected.

    Product
    SLMD BP Acne Spot Treatment, 10% Benzoyl Peroxide, 0.5 fl. oz - 15 mL bottles, Sandra Lee MD, Distributed by Skin PS Brands, Culver City, CA90232.
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1818-2026·2026-04-22

    Cytal Wound Matrix 10x15 cm recalled over out-of-specification endotoxin results

    Cytal Wound Matrix 2-Layer 10x15 cm dressings are being recalled because of an increased rate of out-of-specification endotoxin results. 452 units are affected.

    Product
    Cytal Wound Matrix 2-Layer 10x15 cm. Product ID: WSM1015.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1823-2026·2026-04-22

    Gentuity HF-OCT imaging systems may repeat frames during catheter pullback

    Gentuity is issuing a correction for HF-OCT Imaging Systems because frames may repeat during pullback with Vis-Rx catheters, affecting longitudinal length measurements.

    Product
    Gentuity HF-OCT Imaging System Model G10-01; Software version 23.2.13;
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1812-2026·2026-04-22

    Instinct Plus endoscopic clipping devices may malfunction during use

    The Instinct Plus Endoscopic Clipping Device is being recalled after increased complaints indicating the device has the potential to malfunction. 713,702 units are affected.

    Product
    Instinct Plus Endoscopic Clipping Device REF: G58010 Rx Only, Sterile EO
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0453-2026·2026-04-22

    HydroPeptide Clear Alliance benzoyl peroxide serum recalled over benzene contamination

    HydroPeptide Clear Alliance Serum, a 2.5% benzoyl peroxide product, is being recalled because of chemical contamination from the presence of benzene. 9,850 bottles are affected.

    Product
    HydroPeptide CLEAR ALLIANCE SERUM, 2.5% BENZOYL PEROXIDE, a)1 FL OZ/30ml; b) 2 FL OZ/60ml spray bottle; DIST BY HYDROPEPTIDE LLC, ISSAQUAH, WA 98027
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1825-2026·2026-04-22

    Philips Spectral CT on Rails recalled over three software issues

    Philips is recalling the Spectral CT on Rails after identifying three software issues affecting gantry movement, a confirmation prompt and head area planning. Three systems are affected.

    Product
    Philips Spectral CT on Rails. Model Number: 728334.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0451-2026·2026-04-22

    Cipla cinacalcet 90 mg tablets exceed the nitrosamine daily intake limit

    Cipla is recalling Cinacalcet Hydrochloride Tablets, 90 mg, over CGMP deviations and the presence of N-Nitroso Cinacalcet above the acceptable daily intake limit. 63,192 bottles are affected.

    Product
    CINACALCET — CINACALCET (CINACALCET)
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0529-2026·2026-04-22

    Huons lidocaine injection recalled nationwide over lack of sterility assurance

    Lidocaine HCl Injection, USP 1% in 5 mL single dose vials manufactured by Huons is being recalled for lack of assurance of sterility. All lots within expiry are affected.

    Product
    LIDOCAINE HYDROCHLORIDE — LIDOCAINE HYDROCHLORIDE (LIDOCAINE HYDROCHLORIDE)
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1819-2026·2026-04-22

    Cytal Burn Matrix recalled over out-of-specification endotoxin test results

    Cytal Burn Matrix 7x10 cm wound dressings are being recalled because of an increased rate of out-of-specification endotoxin results. Seven units are affected.

    Product
    Cytal Burn Matrix 7x10 cm. Product ID: BMM0710.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0531-2026·2026-04-22

    Spectra sodium chloride ampules recalled over lack of sterility assurance

    0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, USP in 10 mL single dose ampules supplied for Spectra Medical Devices is being recalled for lack of assurance of sterility. 7,120,750 ampules are affected.

    Product
    SODIUM CHLORIDE — SODIUM CHLORIDE (SODIUM CHLORIDE)
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0530-2026·2026-04-22

    Bupivacaine spinal ampules recalled nationwide over lack of sterility assurance

    Bupivacaine Hydrochloride 0.75% in 8.25% Dextrose Injection, USP ampules are being recalled for lack of assurance of sterility. The action covers 3,260,170 ampules.

    Product
    BUPIVACAINE HYDROCHLORIDE — BUPIVACAINE HYDROCHLORIDE (BUPIVACAINE HYDROCHLORIDE)
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1809-2026·2026-04-22

    iLet Ace insulin pump lock screens can be bypassed by users

    iLet Ace Pump Kits are being recalled because active status bar icons on the lock and passcode screens allow those screens to be bypassed, permitting unauthorized access.

    Product
    iLet Ace Pump Kit REF: BB1001 iLet Dosing Decision Software
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1822-2026·2026-04-22

    Cellex photopheresis kit centrifuge bowls may dislodge and break

    Cellex Photopheresis Kits are being recalled because the centrifuge bowl is harder to install and, if fitted improperly, may dislodge and break during priming or treatment.

    Product
    Brand Name: Cellex Photopheresis System Product Name: CELLEX Photopheresis Kit Model/Catalog Number: CLXUSA Software Version: Not Applicable Product Description: THERAKOS Photopheresis or extracorporeal photopheresis (ECP) is a photoimmune therapy where leukocytes are separa
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0532-2026·2026-04-22

    Huons lidocaine 2% injection recalled over lack of sterility assurance

    Lidocaine HCl Injection, USP 2% in 5 mL single-dose vials manufactured by Huons is being recalled for lack of assurance of sterility. All lots within expiry are affected.

    Product
    LIDOCAINE HYDROCHLORIDE — LIDOCAINE HYDROCHLORIDE (LIDOCAINE HYDROCHLORIDE)
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Drugs)·D-0460-2026·2026-04-22

    Discount Drug Mart menthol cough drops recalled after facility inspection findings

    Discount Drug Mart Food Market Menthol Cough Suppressant Anesthetic Cough Drops, 30-count bags, are being recalled following FDA observations at the manufacturing facility.

    Product
    DISCOUNT DRUG MART — DISCOUNT DRUG MART (COUGH DROPS MENTHOL)
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Drugs)·D-0457-2026·2026-04-22

    Menthol Flavor Cough Drops Recalled Due to Potential Product Quality Issues

    Xiamen Kang Zhongyuan Biotechnology Co., Ltd. is recalling Menthol Flavor Cough Drops due to quality concerns identified during an FDA inspection.

    Product
    MENTHOL FLAVOR COUGH DROP — MENTHOL FLAVOR COUGH DROP (MENTHOL FLAVOR COUGH DROP)
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Drugs)·D-0464-2026·2026-04-22

    Quality Choice sugar free black cherry cough drops recalled after inspection findings

    QC Quality Choice sugar free Menthol Cough Suppressant Oral Anesthetic Cough Drops, black cherry, 25-count bags, are being recalled following FDA observations at the manufacturing facility.

    Product
    QUALITY CHOICE — QUALITY CHOICE (COUGH DROPS HONEY LEMON SUGAR FREE)
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Drugs)·D-0465-2026·2026-04-22

    Quality Choice cherry cough drops recalled after facility inspection findings

    QC Quality Choice Menthol Cough Suppressant Oral Anesthetic Cough Drops, cherry flavour, 30-count bags, are being recalled following FDA observations at the manufacturing facility.

    Product
    QUALITY CHOICE — QUALITY CHOICE (COUGH DROPS HONEY LEMON SUGAR FREE)
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Drugs)·D-0468-2026·2026-04-22

    Quality Choice honey lemon cough drops recalled after facility inspection findings

    QC Quality Choice Menthol Cough Suppressant Oral Anesthetic Cough Drops, honey lemon flavour, 30-count bags, are being recalled following FDA observations at the manufacturing facility.

    Product
    QUALITY CHOICE — QUALITY CHOICE (COUGH DROPS HONEY LEMON)
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Drugs)·D-0477-2026·2026-04-22

    Taro fluocinonide cream 60 g tubes fail viscosity stability specifications

    Taro is recalling one lot of Fluocinonide 0.05% Cream in 60 g tubes after stability testing returned viscosity results above the specification limit. 2,640 tubes are affected.

    Product
    FLUOCINONIDE — FLUOCINONIDE (FLUOCINONIDE)
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide