State
73,100 recalls have nationwide distribution and so reach North Carolina. 10,294 additional recalls listed North Carolina specifically in their distribution scope.
Of the 10,294 recalls naming North Carolina we have scored against our rubric, 1,486 (14%) are Critical — deaths or serious injuries reported, or the agency’s own highest classification — and 2,536 (25%) are Severe.
Which agencies issued them
These figures cover only the 10,294 recalls whose distribution notice names North Carolina specifically. The 73,100 nationwide recalls listed below reach every state, so counting them here would make every state page show the same numbers.
Philips Zenition 50 imaging systems may experience mains control unit fuse failure during startup or procedures. The defect could cause equipment malfunction.
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 Metrix Company is recalling SECURE 500 mL EVA containers (REF 66050) used for intravenous administration because a limited number have been found to leak during filling. Affected lots were distributed nationwide and to Canada.
The Metrix Company is recalling SECURE 50 mL EVA containers used for intravenous fluid administration because a limited number of pouches have been found to leak during filling. Affected products were distributed nationwide and to Canada.
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.
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.
AVID Medical recalls Halyard FOOT ANKLE PACK surgical kits due to loose metal flakes from sponge forceps and towel clamps that could enter surgical sites and cause local reactions.
AVID Medical is recalling Halyard SPINE surgical kits (Model EUOR004-02) due to loose metal flakes that may detach from sponge forceps and towel clamps. These flakes could potentially enter a patient's surgical site, causing local or foreign body reactions.
AVID Medical is recalling Halyard BASIC PROCEDURE PACK surgical instrument kits because sponge forceps and towel clamps may contain loose metal flakes that could enter a patient's surgical site and cause local or foreign body reactions.
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 Lower Extremity Pack surgical kits because sponge forceps and towel clamps may shed loose metal flakes that could enter a patient's surgical site undetected, potentially causing local or foreign body reactions.
The Metrix Company is recalling SECURE 100 mL empty EVA containers for IV use due to leaking discovered during filling. Approximately 2,229 cases were distributed to healthcare facilities in the US and Canada.
The Metrix Company is recalling 2549 cases of SECURE 100 mL empty IV fluid bags because a limited number were found to leak during filling, which could result in contamination during fluid administration.
The FDA has recalled CORMIX 250 mL empty IV bags made by The Metrix Company due to leaking during the filling process. Approximately 3,456 cases were distributed across the US and Canada.
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.
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 is recalling Halyard CPT surgical convenience kits because sponge forceps and towel clamps may shed small metal flakes that could contaminate surgical sites. No illnesses have been reported.
AVID Medical is recalling Halyard GYN PAC medical convenience kits because sponge forceps and towel clamps may release metal flakes that could enter a patient's surgical site.
AVID Medical is recalling Halyard Anterior Hip Pack surgical kits because sponge forceps and towel clamps may have loose metal flakes that could detach, enter a patient's surgical site undetected, and cause local or foreign body reactions.
AVID Medical is recalling Halyard C Section Pack surgical kits due to loose metal flakes on sponge forceps and towel clamps. These flakes may enter a surgical site and cause local reactions or foreign body complications.
The Metrix Company is recalling SECURE 250 mL IV fluid containers due to leaks found during filling. Affected units were distributed nationwide and to Canada.
Halyard abdominal procedure surgical kits may contain loose metal flakes in forceps and clamps that could enter the surgical site. Affected kits have lot number 1590888.
AVID Medical is recalling Halyard EP TRAY surgical convenience kits due to sponge forceps and towel clamps that may shed small metal flakes. These flakes could enter surgical sites, potentially causing local or foreign body reactions.
AVID Medical is recalling Halyard ENT surgical convenience kits due to potential metal flakes from forceps and clamps that could enter a patient's surgical site. Metal flakes may cause local or foreign body reactions during surgery.
AVID Medical is recalling Halyard Shoulder Pack medical convenience kits because the sponge forceps and towel clamps contain loose metal flakes that could detach and enter a patient's surgical site during use, potentially causing foreign body reactions.