Browse Device Recalls
3,179 FDA medical device safety recalls.
FDA Medical Device Recall Enforcement Database
Browse 3,179 FDA medical device recall enforcement actions. Each entry includes the device description, reason for recall, classification (Class I through III based on severity), recalling firm, and distribution details. Use the filters below to search by year, classification, state, or keyword.
Medical Device Recalls
Browse 3,179 FDA device recalls.
| Date | Product | Reason | Class | Firm |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 16, 2018 | Argon Medical Devices TRI-JECT, 3 Way IV Administration Organizer without Sto... | The seal formed on the edge of the pouch may be incomplete, which could result in a loss of steri... | Class II | Argon Medical Devices, Inc |
| Oct 16, 2018 | (1) Argon Medical Devices Vascuclamp, Radiopaque Vascular Clamp, Small Straig... | The seal formed on the edge of the pouch may be incomplete, which could result in a loss of steri... | Class II | Argon Medical Devices, Inc |
| Oct 12, 2018 | Atrium 28Fr PVC Thoracic Catheter RIGHT ANGLE, Part No. 8128 | This recall has been initiated in response to a seal defect found in certain sterile barrier pouc... | Class II | Atrium Medical Corporation |
| Oct 1, 2018 | LeMaitre Vascular Pruitt F3¿-S Polyurethane Outlying Carotid Shunt, Sterile ... | Pouches from this lot are not sealed compromising the sterility | Class II | LeMaitre Vascular, Inc. |
| Sep 14, 2018 | Disposable Accessory Kit, 4-Arm (Box of 5) individually sealed in poly-Tyvek ... | The pouches of certain lots of product may have wrinkles along the pouch seal that could result i... | Class II | Ecolab Inc |
| Sep 14, 2018 | Disposable Accessory Kit, 3-Arm (Box of 5) individually sealed in poly-Tyvek ... | The pouches of certain lots of product may have wrinkles along the pouch seal that could result i... | Class II | Ecolab Inc |
| Sep 14, 2018 | Camera Arm Drape (Box of 20) individually sealed in poly-Tyvek pouches / Rx S... | The pouches of certain lots of product may have wrinkles along the pouch seal that could result i... | Class II | Ecolab Inc |
| Sep 14, 2018 | Instrument Arm Drape (Box of 20) individually sealed in poly-Tyvek pouches / ... | The pouches of certain lots of product may have wrinkles along the pouch seal that could result i... | Class II | Ecolab Inc |
| Aug 30, 2018 | Arrow AGB + Multi-Lumen CVC Kit, Cat. No. CDC-42703-B1A. Product Usage - The ... | The product was shipped after its expiry date due to a system error. The product lidstock identi... | Class II | Arrow International Inc |
| Aug 24, 2018 | Gibco Sodium Pyruvate (100 mM) SKU 11360070, for In-Vitro Diagnostic Use | Leaky bottles due to a defect in the bottle cap compromising the sterility of the product | Class II | Life Technologies, Corp. |
| Aug 24, 2018 | Gibco DPBS, calcium, magnesium, for In-Vitro Diagnostic Use SKU 14040141 | Leaky bottles due to a defect in the bottle cap compromising the sterility of the product | Class II | Life Technologies, Corp. |
| Aug 24, 2018 | Gibco GlutaMAX Supplement, for In-Vitro Diagnostic Use SKU 35050061 | Leaky bottles due to a defect in the bottle cap compromising the sterility of the product | Class II | Life Technologies, Corp. |
| Aug 24, 2018 | Gibco MEM Non-Essential Amino Acids Solution (100X) (SKU 11140050), for In-Vi... | Leaky bottles due to a defect in the bottle cap compromising the sterility of the product | Class II | Life Technologies, Corp. |
| Aug 13, 2018 | CHS Custom Convenience Kit-FORMULA CAP (10'S Product Number: UNC-9538 | Convenience kits were sealed in immediate Tyvek pouches using incorrect specifications compromisi... | Class II | Custom Healthcare Systems, Inc. |
| Aug 13, 2018 | (1)CHS Custom Convenience Kit-VAGINAL SPECULUM (SMALL) Product Number:D36-1... | Convenience kits were sealed in immediate Tyvek pouches using incorrect specifications compromisi... | Class II | Custom Healthcare Systems, Inc. |
| Aug 13, 2018 | CHS Custom Convenience Kit-TUBING W. CONNECTOR Product Number:UNC-10884 | Convenience kits were sealed in immediate Tyvek pouches using incorrect specifications compromisi... | Class II | Custom Healthcare Systems, Inc. |
| Aug 13, 2018 | CHS Custom Convenience Kit-DR. NANDA CLOSING TRAY(CONMED HYFRECATOR SHARP) P... | Convenience kits were sealed in immediate Tyvek pouches using incorrect specifications compromisi... | Class II | Custom Healthcare Systems, Inc. |
| Aug 13, 2018 | CHS Custom Convenience Kit: 1231-110XL SURGICAL GOWN, NRF W. HAND TOWEL 12... | Convenience kits were sealed in immediate Tyvek pouches using incorrect specifications compromisi... | Class II | Custom Healthcare Systems, Inc. |
| Aug 13, 2018 | CHS Custom Convenience Kit-SURGICAL GOWN, LARGE SET IN SLEEVES Product Numb... | Convenience kits were sealed in immediate Tyvek pouches using incorrect specifications compromisi... | Class II | Custom Healthcare Systems, Inc. |
| Aug 13, 2018 | CHS Custom Convenience Kit-CONNECTOR PACK Product Number:D36-7520 | Convenience kits were sealed in immediate Tyvek pouches using incorrect specifications compromisi... | Class II | Custom Healthcare Systems, Inc. |
| Aug 13, 2018 | CHS Custom Convenience Kit- UNC-VIR TRAY Product Number:UNC-17914 | Convenience kits were sealed in immediate Tyvek pouches using incorrect specifications compromisi... | Class II | Custom Healthcare Systems, Inc. |
| Aug 13, 2018 | CHS Custom Convenience Kit-PAD, COTTON SINGLE Product Number:R1178 | Convenience kits were sealed in immediate Tyvek pouches using incorrect specifications compromisi... | Class II | Custom Healthcare Systems, Inc. |
| Aug 13, 2018 | CHS Custom Convenience Kit-INJECTION TRAY Product Number: B9-17201 | Convenience kits were sealed in immediate Tyvek pouches using incorrect specifications compromisi... | Class II | Custom Healthcare Systems, Inc. |
| Aug 13, 2018 | CHS Custom Convenience Kit-TOENAIL REMOVAL TRAY Product Number: (1) ZZ-0956... | Convenience kits were sealed in immediate Tyvek pouches using incorrect specifications compromisi... | Class II | Custom Healthcare Systems, Inc. |
| Aug 13, 2018 | CHS Custom Convenience Kit- (1) DT SCATPAD, DBL. TAPE, 12.5 X 16.5 Produ... | Convenience kits were sealed in immediate Tyvek pouches using incorrect specifications compromisi... | Class II | Custom Healthcare Systems, Inc. |
| Aug 13, 2018 | CHS Custom Convenience Kit-LP NEEDLE, 22G X 1 Product Number:NC401000 | Convenience kits were sealed in immediate Tyvek pouches using incorrect specifications compromisi... | Class II | Custom Healthcare Systems, Inc. |
| Aug 13, 2018 | CHS Custom Convenience Kit-SPECIALIST¿ CAST PADDING 3" X 4 YDS) Product Num... | Convenience kits were sealed in immediate Tyvek pouches using incorrect specifications compromisi... | Class II | Custom Healthcare Systems, Inc. |
| Aug 13, 2018 | CHS Custom Convenience Kit-ROCHESTER PEAN, CURVED (8") Product Number:D36-16669 | Convenience kits were sealed in immediate Tyvek pouches using incorrect specifications compromisi... | Class II | Custom Healthcare Systems, Inc. |
| Aug 13, 2018 | CHS Custom Convenience Kit-MOSQUITO FORCEPS 5 STR Product Number:B9-18914 | Convenience kits were sealed in immediate Tyvek pouches using incorrect specifications compromisi... | Class II | Custom Healthcare Systems, Inc. |
| Aug 13, 2018 | CHS Custom Convenience Kit- COBAN¿, LF (1"X5 YDS) Product Number:D5-14591 | Convenience kits were sealed in immediate Tyvek pouches using incorrect specifications compromisi... | Class II | Custom Healthcare Systems, Inc. |
| Aug 13, 2018 | CHS Custom Convenience Kit-GENERAL UTILITY TRAY Product Number:S1528-02 | Convenience kits were sealed in immediate Tyvek pouches using incorrect specifications compromisi... | Class II | Custom Healthcare Systems, Inc. |
| Aug 13, 2018 | CHS Custom Convenience Kit-SUTURE REMOVAL KIT (W.ADSON SERR)Product Number:UN... | Convenience kits were sealed in immediate Tyvek pouches using incorrect specifications compromisi... | Class II | Custom Healthcare Systems, Inc. |
| Aug 13, 2018 | CHS Custom Convenience (1) 1231-150L GOWN, RAGLAN, LG, NONREINF (2) 1231-... | Convenience kits were sealed in immediate Tyvek pouches using incorrect specifications compromisi... | Class II | Custom Healthcare Systems, Inc. |
| Aug 13, 2018 | CHS Custom Convenience Kit-FENESTRATED DRAPE 40 X 62P Part Number: 1222-2112 | Convenience kits were sealed in immediate Tyvek pouches using incorrect specifications compromisi... | Class II | Custom Healthcare Systems, Inc. |
| Aug 13, 2018 | CHS Custom Convenience Kit- LITTLE SNIPPER CIRCUMCISION TRAY Part Number: Y... | Convenience kits were sealed in immediate Tyvek pouches using incorrect specifications compromisi... | Class II | Custom Healthcare Systems, Inc. |
| Aug 13, 2018 | CHS Custom Convenience Kit-TOOTHBRUSH, 46 TUFT Product Number:R1635 | Convenience kits were sealed in immediate Tyvek pouches using incorrect specifications compromisi... | Class II | Custom Healthcare Systems, Inc. |
| Aug 13, 2018 | CHS Custom Convenience Kit-WEBSTER NEEDLE HOLDER Product Number:01-375C | Convenience kits were sealed in immediate Tyvek pouches using incorrect specifications compromisi... | Class II | Custom Healthcare Systems, Inc. |
| Aug 13, 2018 | CHS Custom Convenience Kit- PENROSE DRAIN (.75" X 18") Product Number:D8-9425B | Convenience kits were sealed in immediate Tyvek pouches using incorrect specifications compromisi... | Class II | Custom Healthcare Systems, Inc. |
| Aug 13, 2018 | CHS Custom Convenience Kit-SUTURE REMOVAL KIT #1 Product Number: -ZZ-0664 | Convenience kits were sealed in immediate Tyvek pouches using incorrect specifications compromisi... | Class II | Custom Healthcare Systems, Inc. |
| Aug 13, 2018 | CHS Custom Convenience Kit-COTTON TIP APPLICATORS, 10'S (6") Product Number... | Convenience kits were sealed in immediate Tyvek pouches using incorrect specifications compromisi... | Class II | Custom Healthcare Systems, Inc. |
| Aug 13, 2018 | CHS Custom Convenience Kit-BONE MARROW TRAY Product Number:B9-4000 | Convenience kits were sealed in immediate Tyvek pouches using incorrect specifications compromisi... | Class II | Custom Healthcare Systems, Inc. |
| Aug 13, 2018 | CHS Custom Convenience Kit-FOERSTER SPONGE FORCEPS, SERR, ST (9.5 ) Product... | Convenience kits were sealed in immediate Tyvek pouches using incorrect specifications compromisi... | Class II | Custom Healthcare Systems, Inc. |
| Aug 1, 2018 | Kerlix Gauze Roll, 6 Ply, Large 4-1/2 x 4-1/8 yd (11.4 cm x 3.7m) Stretched, ... | Potential for product sterility breach due to a compromised or pinched seal defect | Class II | COVIDIEN LLC |
| Aug 1, 2018 | Kerlix AMD Antimicrobial Bandage Roll, 6 Ply, 4-1/2 x 12.3 (11.4 cm x 3.7m), ... | Potential for product sterility breach due to a compromised or pinched seal defect | Class II | COVIDIEN LLC |
| Aug 1, 2018 | Dermacea Gauze Fluff Roll, 6 Ply, 4-1/2 x 4-1/8 yd (11.4 cm x 3.7 m), REF 441... | Potential for product sterility breach due to a compromised or pinched seal defect | Class II | COVIDIEN LLC |
| Aug 1, 2018 | Kerlix Bandage Roll, 100% Cotton, 6 Ply, Large 4-1/2 x 4-1/8 yd (11.4 cm x 3.... | Potential for product sterility breach due to a compromised or pinched seal defect | Class II | COVIDIEN LLC |
| Aug 1, 2018 | Dermacea Gauze Fluff Roll, 6 Ply, 4 x 4-1/8 yd (10.2 cm x 3.7 m), REF 441106 ... | Potential for product sterility breach due to a compromised or pinched seal defect | Class II | COVIDIEN LLC |
| Aug 1, 2018 | Kerlix Bandage Roll, 100 Cotton, 8 Ply, Large 4-1/2 x 9.3 (11.4 cm x 2.8 m), ... | Potential for product sterility breach due to a compromised or pinched seal defect | Class II | COVIDIEN LLC |
| Jul 10, 2018 | HANDS-OFF Multi-Lumen Central Venous Catheter with Blue FlexTip for use only ... | The packaging may not be sealed. If the packaging is compromised in this manner, the sterility of... | Class II | Arrow International Inc |
| Jul 10, 2018 | HANDS-OFF Multi-Lumen Central Venous Catheter with Blue FlexTip for use only ... | The packaging may not be sealed. If the packaging is compromised in this manner, the sterility of... | Class II | Arrow International Inc |
Frequently Asked Questions
When a device safety issue is identified, the manufacturer or FDA initiates a recall. The FDA publishes an enforcement report detailing the device, the reason for the recall, and distribution. Healthcare facilities and providers are notified to check their inventory and take corrective action.
All types, from simple devices like blood glucose test strips and surgical gloves to complex devices like pacemakers, defibrillators, insulin pumps, hip implants, and ventilators. Software-driven devices are increasingly common in recalls due to bugs and cybersecurity vulnerabilities.
Use the search and filter tools on this page. Each recall entry includes the device description, model numbers, and distribution details so you can determine if your device is affected. Contact your healthcare provider if you find a match.