State
72,992 recalls have nationwide distribution and so reach North Carolina. 10,261 additional recalls listed North Carolina specifically in their distribution scope.
Of the 10,261 recalls naming North Carolina we have scored against our rubric, 1,476 (14%) are Critical — deaths or serious injuries reported, or the agency’s own highest classification — and 2,520 (25%) are Severe.
Which agencies issued them
These figures cover only the 10,261 recalls whose distribution notice names North Carolina specifically. The 72,992 nationwide recalls listed below reach every state, so counting them here would make every state page show the same numbers.
Hologic is recalling 380 Panther Fusion GBS Assay Kits due to potential weak pouch seals on the reagent cartridge. The seals may allow invalid or incorrect test results, potentially delaying necessary treatment.
Sklar Instruments is recalling ECONO STERILE gynecologic biopsy procedure kits because of packaging issues that may breach the sterile barrier.
VITROS DGXN Slides are recalled because hemoglobin can interfere with digoxin measurement, producing artificially low results. Approximately 1,541 units were distributed in the US and internationally.
Karl Storz Endoscopy is recalling 285 units of optical biopsy and grasping forceps (REF 723400) distributed across 31 US states due to failure of manual cleaning validation, which compromises sterility assurance.
Sklar Instruments is recalling 252,865 sterile surgical kits nationwide due to packaging defects that may compromise the sterile barrier, risking instrument contamination.
Sklar Instruments is recalling ECONO STERILE IUD Extractor kits (Model 96-4146A) due to packaging defects that may compromise the sterile barrier. Nationwide distribution.
QUIDEL ORTHO is recalling VITROS DGXN test slides because hemoglobin can interfere with digoxin measurements at lower-than-expected levels, potentially causing inaccurate test results.
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.
Sklar Instruments recalls ECONO STERILE SCALPEL HDL #3 surgical handles due to packaging issues that may compromise the sterile barrier. The 150-unit recall affects units distributed nationwide with lot code SK-125.
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.
Sklar Instruments is recalling ECONO STERILE gynecological speculum kits due to packaging issues that may compromise sterility. No injuries have been reported.
Cardinal Health is recalling 512,786 Presource surgical kits due to potential endotoxin contamination in non-sterile surgical strips and patties. The kits were distributed to the US, Canada, and Saudi Arabia.
Cardinal Health recalls Presource surgical kits due to potential endotoxin contamination in non-sterile surgical strips and patties. Affected units were distributed in the US, Canada, and Saudi Arabia.
Intuitive Surgical is recalling its 8MM Tip-Up Fenestrated Grasper due to frayed or broken grip cables on reusable surgical instruments. The defect affects multiple batch numbers produced between 2023 and 2024.
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.
A software bug in BD Pyxis MedStation ES medication dispensing cabinets may prevent staff from locating alternate supply locations, potentially delaying patient therapy.
A software defect in McKesson Cardiology Hemo's autosave mechanism may cause clinicians to administer incorrect medications. The FDA has issued a Class II recall.
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.
Cardinal Health Presource surgical kits are being recalled due to potential endotoxin contamination in non-sterile surgical strips and patties. Approximately 512,786 units were distributed worldwide.
Intuitive Surgical is recalling reusable surgical instruments due to reports of frayed or broken grip cables that may affect safe operation during procedures.
Coloplast recalls Folysil Silicone Foley Catheters due to a possible sterility defect detected at the manufacturing facility. The affected units may not maintain proper sterilization, posing a risk of infection.
Intuitive Surgical is recalling 8MM Maryland Bipolar Forceps due to increased complaints about frayed or broken grip cables on these reusable surgical instruments. Approximately 7,132 units have been distributed.
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.
Intuitive Surgical is recalling 8MM curved bipolar dissectors due to frayed or broken grip cables that could affect surgical instrument performance. Approximately 3,869 units were distributed nationwide and internationally.
IsoTis OrthoBiologics recalls OsteoSurge 100 Demineralized Bone Matrix Putty due to incorrect expiration dates on outer packaging. The outer box date does not match the correct date on the inner tray.