State
72,992 recalls have nationwide distribution and so reach South Dakota. 2,681 additional recalls listed South Dakota specifically in their distribution scope.
Of the 2,681 recalls naming South Dakota we have scored against our rubric, 401 (15%) are Critical — deaths or serious injuries reported, or the agency’s own highest classification — and 565 (21%) are Severe.
Which agencies issued them
These figures cover only the 2,681 recalls whose distribution notice names South Dakota specifically. The 72,992 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 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 PACK MINOR surgical kits due to loose metal flakes that may detach from 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 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.
Medline Industries is recalling over 626,000 laboratory kits because the included specimen container is labeled as sterile but is actually non-sterile. Non-sterile containers risk sample contamination and may result in unnecessary treatment or prolonged hospitalization.
Stryker is recalling Neptune SafeAir Rocker-Switch Smoke Evacuation Pencils due to risk of unintended activation when plugged in or after button release, which may cause localized electrical burns requiring medical intervention.
The Metrix Company is recalling a limited number of VYGON 100 mL empty IV containers (Lot Numbers 62040-A8375 and 62040-A8432) due to leakage found during the filling process. The affected containers are distributed in multiple U.S. states and Canada.
Medline is recalling 69,611 single-use iris scissors because the tip protector may fall off during packaging, compromising the sterile barrier. Affected units were distributed nationwide to 20 states.
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.
Halyard ENDOVASCULAR Model VMED008-02 surgical convenience kits are recalled due to potential loose metal flakes in sponge forceps and towel clamps. These flakes could enter a surgical site and cause local or foreign body reactions.
The MEERA CL surgical operating table may fail to respond when error code 50037 occurs on its IR-Hand Control, causing the table to stop moving during procedures and resulting in procedural delays.
The Metrix Company is recalling CORMIX 150 mL empty IV fluid containers due to leakage found during filling, which could compromise the integrity of intravenous fluids.
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 is recalling Halyard Upper Extremity Pack surgical kits because sponge forceps and towel clamps may shed small metal flakes. These flakes could enter a patient's surgical site, potentially causing local or foreign body reactions.
AVID Medical is recalling Halyard GENERAL SET UP PACK medical convenience kits nationwide due to sponge forceps and towel clamps that may shed small metal flakes into patients' surgical sites, risking local reactions and foreign body reactions.
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.
The FDA is recalling Imed EVA BAG IV bags after a limited number were found to leak during filling. The affected bags were distributed nationwide and in Canada.
AVID Medical is recalling Halyard ORAL SURGERY HEAD medical convenience kits (Model SAMM029-15) due to potential loose metal flakes that could detach from forceps and clamps and enter the surgical site, posing risk of local or foreign body reactions.
Cipla USA is recalling Lanthanum Carbonate Chewable Tablets (1000mg) distributed nationwide due to complaints of crushed and broken tablets that fail manufacturing specifications.
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.
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 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 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.
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 Open Heart Pack Main surgical kits because sponge forceps and towel clamps may contain loose metal flakes that could detach and enter a patient's surgical site.
AVID Medical is recalling Halyard TOTAL KNEE kits because sponge forceps and towel clamps may have loose metal flakes that could detach and enter a patient's surgical site, causing local or foreign body reactions.