State
73,198 recalls have nationwide distribution and so reach South Carolina. 7,145 additional recalls listed South Carolina specifically in their distribution scope.
Of the 7,145 recalls naming South Carolina we have scored against our rubric, 1,278 (18%) are Critical — deaths or serious injuries reported, or the agency’s own highest classification — and 1,882 (26%) are Severe.
Which agencies issued them
These figures cover only the 7,145 recalls whose distribution notice names South Carolina specifically. The 73,198 nationwide recalls listed below reach every state, so counting them here would make every state page show the same numbers.
Maquet Cardiovascular is recalling the Acrobat-i Vacuum Positioner System because the positioner arm may fail to tighten or lock during normal use, which could affect surgical positioning.
Siemens RAPIDPoint 500 measurement cartridges may produce inaccurate sodium readings, risking delayed diagnosis of dangerous electrolyte imbalances or unnecessary treatment.
Philips is recalling Azurion ceiling-mount imaging systems because a rotation cover may fall if the L-arm collides with hospital equipment, potentially causing injury or affecting sterilization.
Exactech Equinoxe Reverse Shoulder implants have been recalled due to loss of vacuum in the storage bag. The manufacturer received 3 complaints involving 4 devices.
AC power adapters for LIFEPAK 15 Monitor/Defibrillators may fail to charge batteries or power on the device. Physio-Control is recalling 18,732 units manufactured between November 2021 and April 2023.
Exactech is recalling the Novation Hip System due to loss of vacuum in the sterile packaging. The company has received complaints about this defect affecting 4 devices.
Exactech recalls certain Truliant Knee System units due to loss of vacuum in the inner vacuum bag. The affected units were distributed across multiple U.S. states and international locations.
Philips is recalling Allura imaging systems where the ceiling-mounted rotation cover may fall during equipment collisions, risking injury or sterility issues. Approximately 9,991 units are affected worldwide.
Exactech is recalling certain Optetrak Logic Knee System devices due to loss of vacuum in the inner-most vacuum bag. The company has received three complaints involving four affected devices.
Exactech is recalling two catalog numbers of Vantage Ankle System devices due to loss of vacuum in the inner-most vacuum bag. Three complaints have been received relating to four affected devices.
Siemens epoc NXS blood analysis systems have a software defect causing incorrect test results to be printed or transmitted. Results may include data from previous patients, potentially leading to misdiagnosis.
Abbott CELL-DYN Ruby and Sapphire hematology analyzers contain latex that is not labeled on the device, posing a risk to users with latex allergies. The recall affects 670 devices distributed across 33 states, Puerto Rico, and Brazil.
Karl Storz Endoscopy injection needles used in surgery may not be reliably cleaned by hand, exposing patients to higher infection risk. The recall affects 4,878 units.
Siemens is recalling RAPIDPoint 500 Systems Measurement Cartridges because the sodium sensor can develop a negative measurement bias that could delay diagnosis of serious electrolyte disorders or cause treatment errors.
Siemens is recalling RAPIDPoint 500 measurement cartridges because the sodium sensor can produce inaccurate readings, potentially leading to delayed diagnosis or incorrect treatment of electrolyte imbalances.
Karl Storz is recalling 1,127 injection needles used in general and visceral surgery because the manual cleaning process cannot be adequately assured, potentially increasing infection risk for patients.
Maquet Medical Systems USA is recalling venous probe connection cables for the Cardiohelp-i System due to insulation and wire breaks. Defective cables may prevent the system from receiving critical blood flow and temperature information.
Karl Storz Endoscopy is recalling injection needles used in general and visceral surgery due to concerns that the manual cleaning process cannot ensure adequate sterilization, which may increase infection risk.
Exactech is recalling AcuMatch Hip System devices due to loss of vacuum in the inner-most vacuum bag, with 3 complaints reported affecting 4 devices. Vacuum loss could compromise device packaging integrity.
Karl Storz Endoscopy is recalling injection needles and cannulas because the manual cleaning process may not effectively remove contaminants, potentially exposing patients to infection risk.
Exactech is recalling Vantage Mobile Bearing Tibial Inserts due to loss of vacuum in the innermost vacuum bag. Three complaints involving four devices have been reported.
Exactech is recalling certain Optetrak Logic PS Knee Systems due to potential loss of vacuum in the inner-most vacuum bag. The company has received 3 complaints involving 4 devices.
Exactech is recalling specific models of its Equinoxe Shoulder System implants due to loss of vacuum in the inner-most vacuum bag. Four devices have been affected according to three complaints received.
Karl Storz Endoscopy is recalling injection needles used in general and visceral surgery because the manual cleaning process cannot be assured effective, which may expose patients to a higher risk of infection.
Exactech is recalling specific catalog numbers of the Optetrak Knee Implant System due to loss of vacuum in the protective inner bag. Three complaints affecting four devices have been reported.