The Recall Desk

State

Massachusetts product recalls

72,992 recalls have nationwide distribution and so reach Massachusetts. 8,211 additional recalls listed Massachusetts specifically in their distribution scope.

What the numbers show

Total
8,211
Critical
1,171
Severe
2,013
Most recent
2026-09-16

Of the 8,211 recalls naming Massachusetts we have scored against our rubric, 1,171 (14%) are Critical — deaths or serious injuries reported, or the agency’s own highest classification — and 2,013 (25%) are Severe.

Which agencies issued them

These figures cover only the 8,211 recalls whose distribution notice names Massachusetts specifically. The 72,992 nationwide recalls listed below reach every state, so counting them here would make every state page show the same numbers.

8476–8500 of 81203

  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0910-2025·2025-01-22

    Cardinal Health Presource Aneurysm Packs recalled for potential endotoxin contamination

    Cardinal Health Presource surgical kits used in aneurysm procedures may contain endotoxin contamination in non-sterile surgical strips and patties. Approximately 512,786 units distributed worldwide; no illnesses reported.

    Product
    Cardinal Health Presource Kits: 1 ) ANEURYSM PACK , Catalog Number: SCVHFAPBM1; 2 ) ANEURYSM PACK , Catalog Number: SCVHFAPBM3; 3 ) ANEURYSM PACK , Catalog Number: SCVHFAPBM5; 4 ) ANEURYSM PACK , Catalog Number: SCVHFAPBM6; 5 ) ANEURYSM PACK , Catalog Number: SCVHFAPBM7
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0883-2025·2025-01-22

    Intuitive Surgical recalls 8MM Force Bipolar surgical instruments due to grip cable failures

    Intuitive Surgical is recalling approximately 46,759 8MM Force Bipolar IS4000 surgical instruments nationwide and internationally due to reports of frayed or broken grip cables that could compromise instrument function during surgical use.

    Product
    8MM,FORCE BIPOLAR,IS4000 REF 471405
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    52 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0950-2025·2025-01-22

    Strabismus Surgical Scissors Kits Recalled Due to Sterile Barrier Packaging Issues

    Sklar Instruments is recalling 350 strabismus surgical scissors kits nationwide due to packaging issues that may compromise the sterile barrier.

    Product
    Medical procedure kits labeled as: 1) ECONO STERILE STRABIS SCISS STR 4.5"STER 50, Model Number 96-2540; 2) ECONO STERILE STRABIS SCISS CVD 4.5"STER 50, Model Number 96-2541; 3) ECONO STERILE STRABIS SCISS STR 4.5"STER 25, Model Number 96-2542; 4) ECONO STERILE STRABISM
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0916-2025·2025-01-22

    Cardinal Health Presource Surgical Kits Recalled for Potential Endotoxin Contamination

    Cardinal Health is recalling Presource surgical kits due to potential endotoxin contamination in non-sterile surgical strips and patties. The recall affects 512,786 units distributed worldwide.

    Product
    Cardinal Health Presource Kits: 1) ORTHO PLASTIC MICROVASCULAR PK , Catalog Number: PGVMFFBLY; 2) ORTHO PLASTIC MICROVASCULAR PK , Catalog Number: PGVMFFBLZ; 3) KIT,NEURO SPINE,ANDERSON , Catalog Number: PN23SPAM5; 4) KIT, MAJOR SPINE , Catalog Number: PN33MSOC3; 5) KIT, MAJOR
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0854-2025·2025-01-22

    Prograsp Surgical Forceps Recalled Due to Frayed Grip Cables

    Intuitive Surgical is recalling 2,852 units of 8MM Prograsp Forceps due to complaints of frayed or broken grip cables. These reusable surgical instruments may lose grip control during use.

    Product
    8MM,PROGRASP FORCEPS,IS4000 ¿ REF 470093
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    52 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0934-2025·2025-01-22

    ECONO STERILE Dental Cement Spatula Kits Recalled for Packaging Issues

    Sklar Instruments is recalling ECONO STERILE dental cement spatulas (Model 96-2245M) due to packaging defects that may compromise the sterile barrier. The product was distributed nationwide.

    Product
    ECONO STERILE medical procedure kits labeled as: ECONO STERILE CEMENT SPATULA #24 STRL CS/25, Model Number 96-2245M, mixing utensil, dental
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0860-2025·2025-01-22

    Intuitive Surgical Tenaculum Forceps Recalled for Frayed or Broken Grip Cables

    Intuitive Surgical is recalling 11,162 units of 8MM Tenaculum Forceps (Model 470207) due to increased complaints of frayed or broken grip cables on reusable surgical instruments. Users should discontinue use immediately.

    Product
    8MM,TENACULUM FORCEPS,IS4000¿ REF 470207
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    52 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0853-2025·2025-01-22

    Surgical Forceps Recalled Due to Frayed or Broken Grip Cables

    Intuitive Surgical is recalling 8,578 units of Cadiere Forceps surgical instruments due to reports of frayed or broken grip cables. These reusable instruments were distributed throughout the United States and internationally.

    Product
    8MM,CADIERE FORCEPS,IS4000 ¿ REF 470049
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    52 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0864-2025·2025-01-22

    8MM Large Suturecut Needle Driver Recalled for Frayed Grip Cables

    Intuitive Surgical is recalling 8MM Large Suturecut Needle Driver instruments due to frayed or broken grip cables. The recall affects 784 units distributed nationwide and internationally.

    Product
    8MM,LARGE SUTURECUT NEEDLE DRIVER,IS4000¿ REF 470296
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    52 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0870-2025·2025-01-22

    Intuitive Surgical Clip Applier Recalled for Frayed or Broken Grip Cables

    Intuitive Surgical is recalling 5,576 units of the 8MM Horizon Small Clip Applier due to complaints of frayed or broken grip cables on the reusable instruments.

    Product
    8MM,HORIZON SMALL CLIP APPLIER,IS4000¿ REF 470401
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    52 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0938-2025·2025-01-22

    Surgical Suction Tubes Recalled for Sterile Packaging Defects

    ECONO STERILE suction tubes and surgical instruments (150 units, nationwide) are recalled for packaging defects that may breach the sterile barrier and create infection risk during medical procedures.

    Product
    ECONO STERILE medical procedure kits labeled as: 1) ECONO STERILE YANKAUER SUCTION TUBE 8.5" C10, Model Number 96-4176; 2) ECONO STERILE YANKAUER SUCTION TUBE 11" CS10, Model Number 96-4177; 3) ECONO STERILE FRAZIER TUBE 6FR STERILE CS/25, Model Number 96-5434; 4) ECONO
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0925-2025·2025-01-22

    ECONO STERILE ear cleaning kits recalled for packaging sterile barrier issues

    Sklar Instruments is recalling ECONO STERILE medical procedure kits for ear cleaning due to packaging issues that may result in a breach of the sterile barrier. The kits have been distributed nationwide.

    Product
    ECONO STERILE brand medical procedure kits labeled as: 1) ECONO STERILE" BUCK EAR CUR BL STR#0STRLCS/25, Model Number 96-2273; 2) ECONO STERILE" BILLEAU EAR LOOP MD STRL CS/25, Model Number 96-2283; for ear cleaning
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0930-2025·2025-01-22

    Medical procedure kit recall due to sterile barrier packaging breach risk

    Sklar Instruments is recalling ECONO STERILE nasal procedure kits due to packaging issues that may compromise sterility. The recall affects 175 units distributed nationwide.

    Product
    ECONO STERILE medical procedure kits labeled as: 1) ECONO STERILE VIENNA NSL SPEC MD STRL CS/25, Model Number 96-2236; 2) ECONO STERILE VIENNA NSL SPEC MD STRL CS/25, Model Number 96-2237M; 3) ECONO STERILE VIENNA NSL SPEC LG STRL CS/25, Model Number 96-2238; for nasal
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0911-2025·2025-01-22

    Cardinal Health Surgical Kits Recalled for Potential Endotoxin Contamination

    Cardinal Health Presource surgical kits and dental packs are recalled due to potential endotoxin contamination in non-sterile surgical strips and patties. Approximately 512,786 units were distributed worldwide.

    Product
    Cardinal Health Presource Kits: 1 ) KIT, MAJOR ORAL SURGERY, Catalog Number: PGDHMOWOE; 2 ) ORP DENTAL PACK , Catalog Number: SENHDDPVCH; 3 ) ORP DENTAL PACK, Catalog Number: SENHDDPVCI
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0852-2025·2025-01-22

    Intuitive Surgical DeBakey Forceps Recalled for Frayed or Broken Grip Cables

    Intuitive Surgical is recalling 1,739 8MM DeBakey Forceps (Model 470036) used in surgical procedures due to increased reports of frayed or broken grip cables. Cable failure could impair instrument function during surgery.

    Product
    8MM,DEBAKEY FORCEPS,IS4000 ¿ REF 470036
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    52 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0876-2025·2025-01-22

    8MM Maryland Bipolar Forceps Recalled for Frayed Grip Cable

    Intuitive Surgical is recalling 68,458 units of its 8MM Maryland Bipolar Forceps due to increased complaints about frayed or broken grip cables on the reusable surgical instruments.

    Product
    8MM,MARYLAND BIPOLAR FORCEPS,IS4000 REF 471172
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    52 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0944-2025·2025-01-22

    Gynecological Speculum Kits Recalled for Potential Sterile Barrier Breach

    Sklar Instruments is recalling ECONO STERILE gynecological speculum kits due to packaging issues that may compromise sterility. No injuries have been reported.

    Product
    ECONO STERILE medical procedure kits labeled as: 1) ECONO STERILE GRAVES SPEC STRL SM BX/25, Model Number 96-2603; 2) ECONO STERILE GRAVES SPEC STRL MD BX/25, Model Number 96-2605; 3) ECONO STERILE GRAVES SPEC STRL LG BX/25, Model Number 96-2607; 4) ECONO STERILE PEDER
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0863-2025·2025-01-22

    8MM Dual Blade Retractors recalled for frayed or broken grip cables

    Intuitive Surgical is recalling 8MM Dual Blade Retractors due to increased complaints of frayed or broken grip cables. This defect affects 783 reusable surgical instruments distributed in the U.S. and internationally.

    Product
    8MM,DUAL BLADE RETRACTOR,IS4000¿ REF 470249
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    52 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0904-2025·2025-01-22

    Medtronic NanoCross Elite PTA Catheter Recall Due to Balloon Deflation

    Medtronic's NanoCross Elite PTA catheters in certain lots may not deflate properly during use. The FDA is recalling 5,189 units due to potential in-vivo balloon deflation issues.

    Product
    Medtronic NanoCross Elite PTA catheter, REF numbers amd sizes: 1) AB14W050020090, Size: 5MM X 20MM X 90CM; 2) AB14W050020150, Size: 5MM X 20MM X 150CM; 3) AB14W050040090, Size: 5MM X 40MM X 90CM; 4) AB14W050040150, Size: 5MM X 40MM X 150CM; 5) AB14W050060150,
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0959-2025·2025-01-22

    Change Healthcare Cardiology Software Defect May Cause Incorrect Medication Administration

    A software defect in Change Healthcare's Cardiology Hemodynamics software may cause clinicians to administer incorrect medications. The defect affects an autosave mechanism and has been distributed nationwide and internationally.

    Product
    Change Healthcare Cardiology Hemodynamics software
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0850-2025·2025-01-22

    Intuitive Surgical Recalls 8MM Surgical Scissors for Grip Cable Defects

    Intuitive Surgical is recalling 4,259 units of 8MM round tip scissors due to complaints of frayed or broken grip cables. The defect could affect instrument reliability during surgical procedures.

    Product
    8MM, ROUND TIP SCISSORS, IS4000 ¿ REF 470007
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    52 states