State
73,100 recalls have nationwide distribution and so reach Rhode Island. 3,046 additional recalls listed Rhode Island specifically in their distribution scope.
Of the 3,046 recalls naming Rhode Island we have scored against our rubric, 221 (7%) are Critical — deaths or serious injuries reported, or the agency’s own highest classification — and 572 (19%) are Severe.
Which agencies issued them
These figures cover only the 3,046 recalls whose distribution notice names Rhode Island specifically. The 73,100 nationwide recalls listed below reach every state, so counting them here would make every state page show the same numbers.
American Contract Systems is recalling Hand Pack convenience kits that may not be sterile due to insufficient aeration time during sterilization. Affected devices distributed in CA, KS, ME, MN, MO, NE, and SD may pose a safety risk.
A software issue in the BD PYXIS MDBNK medication dispensing cabinet may cause restock labels to print with incorrect bin locations, potentially affecting medication storage accuracy.
A software issue in BD PYXIS automated dispensing cabinets may cause incorrect medication bin labels to print during restocking, potentially leading to medication dispensing errors. CareFusion is recalling 16 units.
The FDA is recalling 180 Leica HistoCore Arcadia H paraffin embedding stations due to a sealing defect in the paraffin tank that can cause toxic smoke and internal fire.
The Philips Azurion Interventional Fluoroscopic X-ray System may lose imaging functionality or experience longer restart times. The FDA is recalling approximately 3,011 units of this device worldwide.
The BD PYXIS MEDBANK MINI automated dispensing cabinet software may print incorrect bin locations on restock labels, potentially causing medications to be placed in wrong locations.
American Contract Systems is recalling three surgical convenience kits due to potential sterilization failure from insufficient aeration time during processing.
American Contract Systems is recalling 29 gynecological laparoscopy surgical kits due to insufficient aeration during sterilization, which may compromise sterility and increase infection risk for patients.
Siemens recalled 24 units of the Luminos dRF Max X-ray display system because the support arm may unintentionally lower, potentially injuring personnel positioned beneath the equipment.
Steris Hookup Model 2-8-540 instructions were incorrectly documented, potentially preventing proper endoscope disinfection and risking patient infection.
American Contract Systems Laparoscopy and Lap Chole surgical kits are being recalled because insufficient aeration time after sterilization may have compromised their sterility. The kits were distributed in seven U.S. states.
BD PYXIS MEDBANK automated medication dispensers may print incorrect medication bin labels due to a software defect, risking medication handling errors in healthcare settings.
Baxter Healthcare is recalling the SIGMA Spectrum Infusion Pump (Serial 2158913) distributed nationwide in Florida. The recall is due to improperly performed testing procedures prior to release, which may affect device function.
A software issue in BD PYXIS MEDBANK automated dispensing cabinets can cause incorrect medication bin labels to print during restocking. This could lead to medication dispensing errors in healthcare facilities.
BD PYXIS automated medication dispensing cabinets contain a software issue that may print incorrect bin locations on restock labels. This could result in medications being placed in the wrong bin during restocking.
Steris Corporation recalls 129 Hookup devices (Model 2-8-540HAN) due to incorrect hookup instructions in product documentation. Using wrong connections may prevent proper endoscope disinfection, creating infection risk.
FDA recall of BD PYXIS MEDBANK automated medication dispensing cabinets due to a software defect that prints incorrect bin information on restock labels, potentially leading to medication identification errors.
Olympus is recalling Everest Bipolar Cutting Forceps surgical instruments due to fractures and breakages in packaging trays and Tyvek covers that may compromise sterility. Affected batches: FR150448, FR154445, FR173022.
Philips IntelliVue Patient Monitor models with software L.x and M.x lack critical monitoring capabilities due to a software update. This could result in incorrect or delayed patient treatment.
Palmer & Company is recalling Palmer Patriotic Snack Mix (13 oz, Best By 1/19/25–2/1/25) due to potential Salmonella contamination. The product was distributed nationwide in the United States and Canada.
Luminex recalls approximately 1,100 diagnostic kits due to defective test cartridges that may produce false positive results for Staphylococcus lugdunensis and Enterococcus faecium bacteria.
Granules Pharmaceuticals Inc. is recalling Gabapentin Tablets 600 mg nationwide after fused Metformin ER tablets were found in bottles, creating a risk of unintended medication exposure.
BD PYXIS MEDBANK automated medication dispensing cabinets with software version 3.9.1.9 may generate incorrect bin location labels during restocking. This could cause medications to be placed in wrong storage locations.
A software defect in BD PYXIS MEDBANK automated medication dispensing cabinets may cause the incorrect medication bin to be printed on restock labels, potentially resulting in medication errors.
Steris recalls Hookup Model 2-8-540CAS endoscope reprocessor units due to incorrect instructions that could prevent proper disinfection. Using incorrect hookup connections may lead to patient contamination or infection risk.