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Iowa product recalls

73,381 recalls have nationwide distribution and so reach Iowa. 5,590 additional recalls listed Iowa specifically in their distribution scope.

What the numbers show

Total
5,590
Critical
910
Severe
1,590
Most recent
2026-09-30

Of the 5,590 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 1,590 (28%) are Severe.

These figures cover only the 5,590 recalls whose distribution notice names Iowa specifically. The 73,381 nationwide recalls listed below reach every state, so counting them here would make every state page show the same numbers.

20276–20300 of 78971

  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1678-2022·2022-09-14

    External Fixation Wire May Fracture During Surgery, Leaving Fragments in Patient

    OrthoPediatrics Corp is recalling an external fixation wire due to manufacturing variance that may cause the tip to fracture. Fractured fragments could remain in patients.

    Product
    Orthex External Fixation Wire Sharp Bayonet 1.8 x 400 mm Model: K400-18BN
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Drugs)·D-1486-2022·2022-09-14

    Acetaminophen Oral Solution Recalled for Manufacturing Process Control Failures

    Plastikon Healthcare LLC is recalling acetaminophen oral solution (650 mg per 20.3 mL cup) distributed nationwide due to manufacturing process control failures.

    Product
    Acetaminophen Oral Solution 650 mg / 20.3 mL, 20.3 mL cup, packaged in 10 cups per tray, 10 trays per carton, For Institutional Use Only, Major Pharmaceuticals, 17177 N Laurel Park Dr. Suite 233, Livonia, MI 48152, NDC 0904-6820-76
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighNHTSA·22V687000·2022-09-14

    2022 Volkswagen Taos Engine Stall Software Safety Recall

    Volkswagen is recalling certain 2022 Taos vehicles with all-wheel drive due to engine control unit software that may cause engine stall when coming to a stop, increasing crash risk. Dealers will provide free software updates.

    Product
    VOLKSWAGEN — VOLKSWAGEN TAOS
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1677-2022·2022-09-14

    CARTO VIZIGO Guiding Sheath Recalled Due to Water-Damaged Sterile Packaging

    Biosense Webster is recalling 98 units of CARTO VIZIGO 8.5F guiding sheaths due to water damage to packaging that may have compromised the sterile barrier, creating a potential infection risk.

    Product
    CARTO VIZIGO 8.5F Bi-Directional Guiding Sheath, REF: D138501. Used to introduce various cardiovascular catheters into the heart.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Drugs)·D-1490-2022·2022-09-14

    Guaifenesin and dextromethorphan liquid medication recalled for manufacturing control issues

    Plastikon Healthcare LLC is recalling guaifenesin and dextromethorphan liquid medication (280,500 cups) distributed nationwide due to manufacturing control deviations in production.

    Product
    GUAIFENESIN AND DEXTROMETHORPHAN 100 mg-10 mg/5 mL, 5 mL cup, packaged in 10 cups per tray, 10 trays per carton, For Institutional Use Only, Major Pharmaceuticals, 17177 N Laurel Park Dr. Suite 233, Livonia, MI 48152. NDC 0904-6844-70
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1701-2022·2022-09-14

    Obstetric and gynecology surgical packs recalled for unvalidated sterilization exposure

    American Contract Systems is recalling 15 obstetric and gynecology surgical packs that underwent multiple sterilization cycles without validation. This could compromise product sterility and increase infection risk during procedures.

    Product
    Various ob/gyn packs
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    13 states
  • HighFDA (Drugs)·D-1492-2022·2022-09-14

    CORRECTDOSE Children's Allergy Relief Recalled Due to Manufacturing Process Control Deviations

    CORRECTDOSE Children's Allergy Relief (Diphenhydramine HCl 12.5 mg per 5 mL) is being recalled nationwide. The FDA determined products were manufactured under conditions with inadequate process control.

    Product
    CORRECTDOSE Children's ALLERGY RELIEF (Diphenhydramine HCl 12.5 mg per 5 mL), 2.04 FL. OZ (60 mL) packaged in 12- 5mL individual doses, Distributed by Correct Dose Inc, Braintree MA 02184. NDC 62320-302-05 UPC 8 60003 67144 3
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Drugs)·D-1484-2022·2022-09-14

    Acetaminophen Oral Solution 160 mg Recalled for Manufacturing Control Deviations

    Acetaminophen Oral Solution 160 mg/5 mL (290,270 cups) recalled nationwide due to CGMP manufacturing control deviations. Product was distributed to institutional healthcare facilities.

    Product
    Acetaminophen Oral Solution 160 mg / 5 mL, 5 mL cup, packaged in 10 cups per tray, 10 trays per carton, For Institutional Use Only, Major Pharmaceuticals, 17177 N Laurel Park Dr., Suite 233, Livonia, MI 48152, NDC 0904-6738-70
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1684-2022·2022-09-14

    Early Bird Bleed Monitoring System Introducer fails to power on

    Saranas, Inc. is recalling 953 units of the Early Bird Bleed Monitoring System Introducer Sheath Set due to a design error that prevents the device from powering on and completing self-tests. The product was distributed nationwide.

    Product
    Early Bird Bleed Monitoring System Introducer Sheath Set, REF: FG001-01 (6F), FG001-02 (8F)
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Drugs)·D-1488-2022·2022-09-14

    Diphenhydramine Solution Recalled Due to Manufacturing Control Deviations

    Plastikon Healthcare LLC is recalling Diphenhydramine HCl Oral Solution nationwide due to manufacturing control deficiencies that did not meet Current Good Manufacturing Practice standards.

    Product
    Diphenhydramine HCl Oral Solution 12.5 mg / 5 mL, 5 mL cup, packaged in 10 cups per tray, 10 trays per carton, For Institutional Use Only, Major Pharmaceuticals, 17177 N Laurel Park Dr. Suite 233, Livonia, MI 48152, NDC 0904-6740-70
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Drugs)·D-1487-2022·2022-09-14

    Calcium Carbonate Oral Suspension Recalled Due to Manufacturing Control Deviations

    Plastikon Healthcare recalls 49,280 cups of Calcium Carbonate Oral Suspension (1250 mg/5 mL) distributed nationwide due to manufacturing process control failures during production.

    Product
    CALCIUM CARBONATE ORAL SUSPENSION, 1250 mg/5 mL, 5 mL cup, packaged in 10 cups per tray, 4 trays per carton, For Institutional Use Only, Major Pharmaceuticals, 17177 N Laurel Park Dr. Suite 233, Livonia, MI 48152, NDC 0904-7098-94
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1661-2022·2022-09-14

    Handheld ultraviolet-C germicidal wand recalled for excessive radiation

    MERCHSOURCE LLC is recalling a handheld ultraviolet-C germicidal wand (model 1013622) due to excessive ultraviolet-C radiation emission. Consumers should stop using the product immediately.

    Product
    The product is a handheld ultraviolet-C germicidal wand and contains two, narrow-diameter, tubular lamps with a peak emission wavelength in the 254 nm range.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1702-2022·2022-09-14

    Hysterectomy and Vaginal Packs Recalled for Improper Sterilization Validation

    American Contract Systems recalled 29 hysterectomy and vaginal packs distributed to health systems in 13 states due to exposure to multiple sterilization cycles without validation.

    Product
    Various hysterectomy, vaginal packs
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    13 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1676-2022·2022-09-14

    Laboratory diagnostic system may report inaccurate results during shutdown

    The VITROS XT 7600 laboratory analyzer may report inaccurate test results when the system performs a shutdown. The issue affects approximately 1,148 units distributed worldwide.

    Product
    VITROS XT 7600 Integrated System with Version 3.7.2 and below Product Code: 6844461
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1675-2022·2022-09-14

    VITROS XT 3400 Chemistry System May Produce Inaccurate Test Results

    The VITROS XT 3400 Chemistry System may produce inaccurate test results during shutdown due to electrical current shifts. The FDA has classified this Class II recall, affecting 506 units distributed worldwide.

    Product
    VITROS XT 3400 Chemistry System with Version 3.7.2 and below Product Code: 6844458
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1699-2022·2022-09-14

    Surgical instrument convenience packs recalled for inadequate sterilization validation

    American Contract Systems is recalling 118 convenience packs of surgical instruments because they were exposed to multiple sterilization cycles without validation of the product's ability to withstand repeated sterilizations.

    Product
    Various convenience packs
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    13 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1691-2022·2022-09-14

    Pacemaker and Cardiothoracic Surgical Packs Recalled for Improper Sterilization Validation

    American Contract Systems is recalling 24 units of pacemaker and cardiothoracic surgical packs distributed to health systems in multiple US states. Products were exposed to multiple sterilization cycles without proper validation.

    Product
    Various Pacemaker Packs, Cardio Thoracic Packs
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    13 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1690-2022·2022-09-14

    Angiography and Catheterization Packs Recalled Due to Inadequate Sterilization Validation

    American Contract Systems is recalling 61 angiography and catheterization packs that were exposed to multiple sterilization cycles without proper validation. The affected packs were distributed to healthcare facilities in 13 U.S. states.

    Product
    Various Angiography/Cath Lab packs/trays
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    13 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1698-2022·2022-09-14

    Medical device convenience packs exposed to unvalidated sterilization cycles

    American Contract Systems, Inc. is recalling 116 convenience packs distributed to U.S. health systems and distributors in 13 states because they were exposed to multiple sterilization cycles without validation, potentially compromising device sterility assurance.

    Product
    Various convenience packs
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    13 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1683-2022·2022-09-14

    Medline Chest Tube Kit Recalled for Non-Sterile Tape Component

    Medline Industries is recalling Chest Tube Convenience Kits due to non-sterile tape included in the sterile portion of the kit, creating a contamination and infection risk.

    Product
    Medline CHEST TUBE REORDER NO: DYNJ36762A
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighNHTSA·22V685000·2022-09-14

    2022 Ford Ranger Loose Fuel Line Connection Increases Fire Risk

    Ford is recalling certain 2022 Ranger and Explorer models with 2.3L engines due to potentially loose fuel line connections. An improperly tightened connection may result in a fuel leak, increasing the risk of fire.

    Product
    FORD — FORD EXPLORER, RANGER
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1695-2022·2022-09-14

    Cysto Packs Recalled Due to Inadequate Sterilization Validation

    American Contract Systems is recalling Cysto Packs distributed to health systems and distributors because the devices were exposed to multiple sterilization cycles without validation for multiple exposures.

    Product
    Various Cysto Packs
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    13 states
  • HighFDA (Drugs)·D-1480-2022·2022-09-14

    FDA Recalls Milk of Magnesia USP for Manufacturing Control Deviations

    Plastikon Healthcare LLC is recalling 502,600 cups of Milk of Magnesia USP due to manufacturing process control deviations. Consumers should discontinue use and consult their healthcare provider if concerned.

    Product
    MILK OF MAGNESIA USP, 2400 mg/30 mL, Magnesium Hydroxide, 30 mL cup, packaged in 10 cups per tray, 10 trays per carton, For Institutional Use Only, Major Pharmaceuticals, 17177 N Laurel Park Dr., Suite 233, Livonia, MI 48152, NDC 0904-6846-73.
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Drugs)·D-1483-2022·2022-09-14

    Magnesium Hydroxide and Aluminum Hydroxide Oral Suspension Recalled for Manufacturing Control Issues

    Plastikon Healthcare LLC is recalling an antacid oral suspension due to manufacturing control deviations. No illnesses have been reported.

    Product
    Magnesium Hydroxide 2400 mg, Aluminum Hydroxide 2400 mg, Simethicone 240 mg MAX, per 30 mL Oral Suspension, 30 mL cup, packaged in 10 cups per tray, 10 trays per carton, For Institutional Use Only, Major Pharmaceuticals, 17177 N Laurel Park Dr., Suite 233, Livonia, MI 48152, NDC…
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide