State

District of Columbia product recalls

73,092 recalls have nationwide distribution and so reach DC. 2,798 additional recalls listed District of Columbia specifically in their distribution scope.

What the numbers show

Total: 2,798
Critical: 240
Severe: 948
Most recent: 2026-09-23

Of the 2,798 recalls naming District of Columbia we have scored against our rubric, 240 (9%) are Critical — deaths or serious injuries reported, or the agency’s own highest classification — and 948 (34%) are Severe.

Which agencies issued them

These figures cover only the 2,798 recalls whose distribution notice names District of Columbia specifically. The 73,092 nationwide recalls listed below reach every state, so counting them here would make every state page show the same numbers.

9051–9075 of 75890

HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0425-2025·2024-11-20
Halyard Urology Laparotomy Pack surgical instruments recalled for detachable metal flakes
AVID Medical recalls Halyard Urology Laparotomy Pack surgical instruments (Model SAMM023-13, Lot 1595070) due to loose metal flakes that could detach from forceps and clamps, potentially entering surgical sites and causing foreign body reactions.
Product
Halyard UROLOGY LAPAROTOMY PACK - Medical convenience kits Model Number: SAMM023-13
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0454-2025·2024-11-20
Medical convenience kits recalled due to detachable metal flakes
AVID Medical is recalling Halyard PACEMAKER PK medical convenience kits because sponge forceps and towel clamps may shed loose metal flakes that could enter a patient's surgical site, causing local or foreign body reactions.
Product
Halyard PACEMAKER PK - Medical convenience kits Model Number: WKMC120-02
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0367-2025·2024-11-20
Stryker smoke evacuation pencil recall: unintended activation risk
Stryker is recalling Neptune SafeAir Rocker-Switch Smoke Evacuation Pencils due to risk of unintended activation when plugged in or after button release, which may cause localized electrical burns requiring medical intervention.
Product
Stryker Neptune SafeAir Rocker-Switch Smoke Evacuation Pencil, Non-coated, 70mm - Designed for general electrosurgical applications including cutting and coagulation and for removing smoke generated by electrosurgery when used in conjunction with an effective smoke evacuation sys
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0330-2025·2024-11-20
VYGON 100 mL IV Container Pouch Recalled for Potential Leakage
The Metrix Company is recalling a limited number of VYGON 100 mL empty IV containers (Lot Numbers 62040-A8375 and 62040-A8432) due to leakage found during the filling process. The affected containers are distributed in multiple U.S. states and Canada.
Product
VYGON 100 mL EMPTY EVA CONTAINER With 2 Ports, REF CMS-9601; 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-0368-2025·2024-11-20
Stryker Neptune SafeAir Smoke Evacuation Pencil May Activate Unintentionally
Stryker recalls Neptune SafeAir Smoke Evacuation Pencils that may activate without user input, risking electrical burns to patients or healthcare workers. Approximately 1,996,010 units were distributed worldwide.
Product
Stryker Neptune SafeAir Smoke Evacuation Pencil, Coated, 70mm Blade, Push Button Switch - Designed for general electrosurgical applications including cutting and coagulation and for removing smoke generated by electrosurgery when used in conjunction with an effective smoke evacu
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-0464-2025·2024-11-20
IMMULITE 2000 PSA assay does not meet high-dose analytical performance claim
Siemens Healthcare is recalling certain IMMULITE 2000 PSA assay diagnostic kits because they do not perform as claimed for high-concentration samples used on IMMULITE 2000 analyzers.
Product
IMMULITE 2000 PSA assay, Catalog Number L2KPTS2(D) (SMN 10706281) and Catalog Number L2KPTS6(D) (SMN 10706282)
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-0392-2025·2024-11-20
Halyard cardiac surgical kit recalled for loose metal flakes risk
AVID Medical is recalling Halyard cardiac surgical kits (Model ESJH017-03) due to sponge forceps and towel clamps that may shed small metal flakes during surgery. These metal flakes could enter the patient's surgical site, potentially causing local or foreign body reactions.
Product
Halyard KIT, CARDIAC ROBOTIC - Medical convenience kits Model Number: ESJH017-03
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0427-2025·2024-11-20
Surgical forceps and clamps recall due to potential loose metal flakes
AVID Medical is recalling Halyard OR Endovascular Tray surgical kits due to loose metal flakes that could detach from forceps and clamps and potentially enter the surgical site.
Product
Halyard OR ENDOVASCULAR TRAY - Medical convenience kits Model Number: SAMM048-15
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0369-2025·2024-11-20
Stryker Neptune SafeAir smoke evacuation pencil recalled for unintended activation
Stryker Corporation is recalling 21,490 Neptune SafeAir Smoke Evacuation Pencils due to risk of unintended activation that could cause electrical burns. The device may activate without user input or remain active after buttons are released.
Product
Stryker Neptune SafeAir Smoke Evacuation Pencil Non coated 70 mm Blade Push-Button - Designed for general electrosurgical applications including cutting and coagulation and for removing smoke generated by electrosurgery when used in conjunction with an effective smoke evacuation
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-0433-2025·2024-11-20
Surgical forceps and clamps recalled due to detachable metal flakes
AVID Medical is recalling Halyard CPT surgical convenience kits because sponge forceps and towel clamps may shed small metal flakes that could contaminate surgical sites. No illnesses have been reported.
Product
Halyard CPT PEDS ADULT CH PACK - Medical convenience kits Model Number: SHAN431-07
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0387-2025·2024-11-20
Halyard Open Heart Surgical Kits Recalled for Loose Metal Flakes in Instruments
AVID Medical is recalling Halyard Open Heart Pack Main surgical kits because sponge forceps and towel clamps may contain loose metal flakes that could detach and enter a patient's surgical site.
Product
Halyard OPEN HEART PACK MAIN - Medical convenience kits Model Number: ESJH003-02
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0401-2025·2024-11-20
Halyard TOTAL KNEE Medical Convenience Kits Recalled for Loose Metal Flakes
AVID Medical is recalling Halyard TOTAL KNEE kits because sponge forceps and towel clamps may have loose metal flakes that could detach and enter a patient's surgical site, causing local or foreign body reactions.
Product
Halyard TOTAL KNEE - Medical convenience kits Model Number: GRND008-09
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0365-2025·2024-11-20
Stryker Neptune SafeAir Electrosurgical Pencil Recalled for Unintended Activation Risk
Stryker has recalled over 1.1 million Neptune SafeAir Smoke Evacuation Pencils due to potential unintended activation that may cause electrical burns to patients and surgical staff. The device may activate without user input or remain active after buttons are released.
Product
Stryker Neptune SafeAir Rocker-Switch Smoke Evacuation Pencil, Coated, 70mm - Designed for general electrosurgical applications including cutting and coagulation and for removing smoke generated by electrosurgery when used in conjunction with an effective smoke evacuation system.
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0448-2025·2024-11-20
Medical Convenience Kits Recalled for Potential Loose Metal Flakes in Surgical Instruments
AVID Medical is recalling Halyard MANIFOLD CATH PACK medical convenience kits because sponge forceps and towel clamps may shed metal flakes that could contaminate surgical sites.
Product
Halyard MANIFOLD CATH PACK - Medical convenience kits Model Number: VMED005-03
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0458-2025·2024-11-20
MEERA CL operating table stops responding during surgery when IR-Hand Control errors occur
The MEERA CL surgical operating table may fail to respond when error code 50037 occurs on its IR-Hand Control, causing the table to stop moving during procedures and resulting in procedural delays.
Product
MEERA CL mobile operating table - Designed for the placement and positioning of the patient immediately before, during and after surgical interventions, as well as for examination and treatment Item Number: 720001F0
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0344-2025·2024-11-20
Imed EVA IV bags recalled for leaking during filling
The Metrix Company is recalling Imed EVA 500 mL IV bags because a limited number have been found to leak during filling. Affected lots were distributed nationwide in the U.S. and Canada.
Product
Imed Products Imed EVA BAG, 500 mL, 2-PORTS, REF IM68050; An empty single-use pouch made of plastic intended to contain a fluid for intravenous (IV) administration.
Category
Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0044-2025·2024-11-20
Lanthanum Carbonate Chewable Tablets Recalled for Crushed and Broken Tablets
Cipla USA is recalling Lanthanum Carbonate Chewable Tablets (1000mg) distributed nationwide due to complaints of crushed and broken tablets that fail manufacturing specifications.
Product
Lanthanum Carbonate Chewable Tablets, 1000mg, 10-count bottle, Rx only, Manufactured for Exelan Pharmaceuticals, NDC 76282-0478-90
Category
Drug
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0420-2025·2024-11-20
Surgical instrument kits recalled due to loose metal flakes
AVID Medical is recalling Halyard Upper Extremity Pack surgical kits because sponge forceps and towel clamps may shed small metal flakes. These flakes could enter a patient's surgical site, potentially causing local or foreign body reactions.
Product
Halyard UPPER EXTREMITY PACK - Medical convenience kits Model Number: PANJ002-02
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-0428-2025·2024-11-20
Halyard EYE PLASTIC TRAY Medical Kits Recalled for Loose Metal Flakes
AVID Medical recalls Halyard EYE PLASTIC TRAY medical kits due to loose metal flakes in sponge forceps and towel clamps. Metal flakes may contaminate surgical sites, potentially causing foreign body reactions or local tissue damage.
Product
Halyard EYE PLASTIC TRAY - Medical convenience kits Model Number: SAMM054-19
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