State
73,100 recalls have nationwide distribution and so reach Iowa. 5,588 additional recalls listed Iowa specifically in their distribution scope.
Of the 5,588 recalls naming Iowa we have scored against our rubric, 910 (16%) are Critical — deaths or serious injuries reported, or the agency’s own highest classification — and 1,319 (24%) are Severe.
Which agencies issued them
These figures cover only the 5,588 recalls whose distribution notice names Iowa specifically. The 73,100 nationwide recalls listed below reach every state, so counting them here would make every state page show the same numbers.
Fisher-Price is recalling a plastic dumbbell toy sold in the Baby Biceps Gift Set because the gray caps on the ends can come off, posing a choking hazard to infants. The firm has received seven reports of the ends coming off but no injuries have been reported.
McGrath Mac Video Laryngoscope devices may experience battery management system failures causing batteries to deplete below design thresholds, potentially resulting in thermal events and explosions.
B. Braun Medical Inc. is recalling 63,444 containers of 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection USP nationwide due to the presence of particulate matter. This intravenous medication may pose a serious health risk if administered to patients.
Volkswagen is recalling certain 2023-2024 ID.4 vehicles because the fasteners securing the passenger frontal airbag inflator may be loose, so the airbag may not deploy as intended.
Covidien is recalling McGRATH MAC EMS Video Laryngoscopes due to a battery management system defect that may deplete below design specifications, creating risk of thermal events and explosion. About 10,449 units were distributed worldwide.
Inari Medical has updated instructions for the ClotTriever XL Catheter (30 mm) to prevent device entrapment and pulmonary embolism. Approximately 2,488 units distributed worldwide are affected.
Alcon is recalling 4,481 units of ClearCut and A-OK brand ophthalmic surgical knives due to complaint reports of inadequate sharpness. These instruments are used in eye surgery and may not perform as intended.
Alcon Research LLC is recalling 2,520 CLEARCUT HP2 DB ophthalmic knives due to increased reports of reduced sharpness. The affected lot 164RY1 was distributed nationwide and internationally.
Alcon recalls 3,419 ophthalmic knives due to increased complaints about blade sharpness. The Class II recall affects the ClearCut SB INTREPID 2.2 ANG and related models distributed nationwide and internationally.
Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics is recalling 88,253 units of VITROS XT Chemistry ALB-TP Slides because they shed dust and debris during normal operation, potentially contaminating sodium test results and causing misdiagnosis.
Alcon Research LLC is recalling certain ophthalmic knives (20 Gauge V-Lance model) due to complaints about sharpness. The affected units may not function properly during eye surgery.
Alcon recalls specific ClearCut and A-OK ophthalmic surgical knives after reports of reduced blade sharpness. About 7,598 units were distributed nationwide and internationally.
Teva Pharmaceuticals recalls 7,080 packets of Testosterone Gel nationwide due to higher-than-labeled potency. Patients using the recalled product may receive unintended overdoses.
Microtek Medical's Transfer Device REF 2008S is being recalled due to pin holes and tears in the sterile packaging barrier identified during testing. These defects compromise sterility and could allow contamination.
Baxter Spectrum Wireless Battery Modules may fail to automatically transmit infusion status information to hospital electronic medical records systems. The software issue affects 17,377 units nationwide.
Abbott's Alinity hq Analyzer has been recalled due to software issues that can produce incorrect blood cell counts and hemoglobin measurements in certain circumstances. No illnesses have been reported.
Alcon recalls A-OK ophthalmic knives for sharpness defects. Approximately 30,268 units distributed nationwide and internationally are affected.
Medline Industries is recalling approximately 35,900 Med-Soft Liners due to a dimensional variation that could make them difficult to fit into the outer canister. No injuries have been reported.
Alcon is recalling 7,713 units of ClearCut and A-OK ophthalmic surgical knives due to reports of decreased sharpness. The defect may compromise surgical performance during eye procedures.
Alcon Research LLC is recalling ClearCut S Safety Sideport Knife ophthalmic surgical instruments due to reports of decreased sharpness. Affected units may not perform as intended during eye surgery.
Alcon has recalled ClearCut Sideport Knife ophthalmic surgical instruments due to an increase in complaint reports related to sharpness.
Alcon is recalling 1,152 ClearCut Safety Intrepid DB 2.2 ophthalmic knives (Model 8065772265) due to complaint reports of sharpness defects.
Alcon is recalling specific ophthalmic knives due to an increase in complaints regarding insufficient sharpness. Affected units may not perform as intended during surgical procedures.
BioFire Diagnostics recalls BIOFIRE FILMARRAY Pneumonia Panel plus test kits due to manufacturing defects that could lead to control failures and delayed test results. The affected kits were distributed in multiple US states and countries worldwide.
Fagron Compounding Services is recalling Lidocaine HCl Injection due to lack of assurance of sterility. Four lot numbers distributed nationwide are affected with expiration date 10/14/2024.