State
73,096 recalls have nationwide distribution and so reach Massachusetts. 8,239 additional recalls listed Massachusetts specifically in their distribution scope.
Of the 8,239 recalls naming Massachusetts we have scored against our rubric, 1,181 (14%) are Critical — deaths or serious injuries reported, or the agency’s own highest classification — and 2,025 (25%) are Severe.
Which agencies issued them
These figures cover only the 8,239 recalls whose distribution notice names Massachusetts specifically. The 73,096 nationwide recalls listed below reach every state, so counting them here would make every state page show the same numbers.
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.
The Metrix Company is recalling SECURE 50 mL empty IV containers due to leakage found during filling. A limited number of affected bags have been distributed nationwide.
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.
AVID Medical recalls Halyard Extremity Pack surgical instruments (model MMOK009-03) because small metal flakes may detach from sponge forceps and towel clamps and enter patients' surgical sites. No injuries have been reported.
Cook Incorporated is recalling Approach Hydro ST Micro Wire Guide devices because affected device labels contain incorrect expiration dates. Using mislabeled devices beyond their actual expiration creates a risk of device failure and patient harm.
AVID Medical is recalling Halyard CPT EP PACK surgical convenience kits due to loose metal flakes on forceps and towel clamps. Detached metal flakes could enter surgical sites and potentially cause local tissue reactions or foreign body complications.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The MEERA CL operating table may experience error code 50037 on its IR-Hand Control, causing the table to stop mid-procedure. No injuries have been reported.
Cook Incorporated is recalling Approach CTO Micro Wire Guide devices due to incorrect expiration dates on affected lot labels. The recall affects 2,005 units in the US and 1,145 units overseas.
AVID Medical is recalling 136 units of Halyard GYN TRAY surgical kits due to small loose metal flakes that could detach from sponge forceps and towel clamps. These metal fragments could enter a patient's surgical site undetected, causing local or foreign body reactions.
AVID Medical is recalling Halyard KIT, SPINE surgical convenience kits due to loose metal flakes on sponge forceps and towel clamps. The flakes could detach and enter a patient's surgical site, potentially causing local or foreign body reactions.
Medline is recalling CARROLLTON HIP FX surgical kits due to incomplete seals on items within the kit. Affected units contain Lot Number 24EBP466 and were distributed in Tennessee.
AVID Medical recalls Halyard Pacemaker Drape surgical instruments because metal flakes may detach from sponge forceps and towel clamps. Loose metal fragments could enter surgical sites undetected and cause local or foreign body reactions.
AVID Medical recalls Halyard ANGIO PACK surgical kits due to loose metal flakes that could detach and enter a patient's surgical site. The recall affects 284 units distributed nationwide.
AVID Medical is recalling Halyard RAD PACK medical convenience kits containing sponge forceps and towel clamps. Small metal flakes may detach and enter surgical sites, potentially causing foreign body or local tissue reactions.
AVID Medical recalls Halyard LAPAROTOMY GYN surgical packs due to loose metal flakes on sponge forceps and towel clamps. Metal fragments may enter the surgical site and cause local or foreign body reactions.
AVID Medical recalls Halyard Knee Arthroscopy Packs due to loose metal flakes that could detach from forceps and clamps. Metal fragments may enter the surgical site, potentially causing local or foreign body reactions.
AVID Medical recalls Halyard angiography drape packs due to potential metal flakes that could detach from sponge forceps and towel clamps. These flakes could enter a surgical site undetected and cause local or foreign body reactions.
AVID Medical recalled Halyard POST PARTUM TUBAL LIGATION surgical kit components due to loose metal flakes that could detach from sponge forceps and towel clamps. Metal flakes entering a patient's surgical site could cause local or foreign body reactions.
Medline has recalled 626,305 urine collection kits because specimen containers are labeled as sterile but are actually non-sterile, potentially leading to unnecessary treatment or prolonged hospitalization.
Baxter is recalling AK 98 Dialysis Machines due to potential exposure to polychlorinated biphenyl acids and polychlorinated biphenyls.
AVID Medical is recalling Halyard IVR Vascular Pack surgical kits because sponge forceps and towel clamps may shed loose metal flakes that could enter a patient's surgical site.