Browse Device Recalls
30 FDA medical device safety recalls.
FDA Medical Device Recall Enforcement Database
Browse 30 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 30 FDA device recalls.
| Date | Product | Reason | Class | Firm |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 28, 2025 | Alinity m Resp-4-Plex Amplification (AMP) Kit (CE), List Number 09N79-090, a ... | There were reports of an increase in reactive negative controls and false positive results. | Class II | Abbott Molecular, Inc. |
| Apr 28, 2025 | Alinity m Resp-4-Plex AMP Kit, List Number 09N79-096, a multiplex real-time r... | There were reports of an increase in reactive negative controls and false positive results. | Class II | Abbott Molecular, Inc. |
| Mar 20, 2025 | The Alinity m System is designed to automate the steps for nucleic acid testi... | The design of the Alinity m System Solutions drawer enclosure may allow liquid (liquid waste or s... | Class II | Abbott Molecular, Inc. |
| Sep 12, 2024 | Abbott Alinity m STI AMP Kit, used with the Alinity m System, product codes: ... | Abbott has identified an increase of incidences regarding Error Code (EC) 9198 (Positive control ... | Class II | Abbott Molecular, Inc. |
| Sep 12, 2024 | Abbott Alinity m HPV AMP Kit, used with the Alinity m System, product codes: ... | Abbott has identified an increase of incidences regarding Error Code (EC) 9198 (Positive control ... | Class II | Abbott Molecular, Inc. |
| Mar 20, 2024 | Alinity m System, Part Number: 08N53-002 | The Alinity m System camera detects whether tubes are "capped." If the camera detects a cap and t... | Class II | Abbott Molecular, Inc. |
| Feb 1, 2024 | In-vitro diagnostic kits: (1) Abbott Vysis LSI ATM (11q22.3) SpectrmOrange... | Products that were intended for export only which were not approved or registered in accordance w... | Class III | Abbott Molecular, Inc. |
| Feb 1, 2024 | In-vitro diagnostic kits: (1) Abbott Vysis MDM2 / CEP 12 FISH Probe Kit, R... | Products that were intended for export only which were not approved or registered in accordance w... | Class III | Abbott Molecular, Inc. |
| Feb 1, 2024 | Wash station: M1000 Wash Station Assembly & DITI Slide, REF 04J72-28* (*This... | Products that were intended for export only which were not approved or registered in accordance w... | Class III | Abbott Molecular, Inc. |
| Oct 30, 2023 | Alinity m HCV AMP kit, List (REF) Numbers: a) 08N50-095 and b) 08N50-090. Th... | Abbott has received reports of an increase in reactive negative controls and false positive resul... | Class II | Abbott Molecular, Inc. |
| Dec 9, 2022 | Alinity m System. The Alinity m System is designed to automate the steps... | The firm identified the following three potential issues which may have impacted ADUs installed o... | Class II | Abbott Molecular, Inc. |
| Nov 22, 2022 | Abbott Alinity m Resp-4-Plex Amp Kit, Part Number 09N79-090 | Reports of an increase in reactive negative controls and false positive results with certain lots... | Class II | Abbott Molecular, Inc. |
| Nov 22, 2022 | Abbott Alinity m Resp-4-Plex Amp Kit, Part Number 09N79-096 | Reports of an increase in reactive negative controls and false positive results with certain lots... | Class II | Abbott Molecular, Inc. |
| Nov 11, 2022 | Abbott Alinity m System, REF 08N53-002, containing Amplification Detetction U... | The instrument was found to be installed without plunger assemblies in the clamp bar for an Ampli... | Class II | Abbott Molecular, Inc. |
| Oct 12, 2022 | Alinity m System, REF 08N53-002, For In Vitro Diagnostic Use | Abbott has identified potential performance issues for the Alinity m System software version 1.6.... | Class II | Abbott Molecular, Inc. |
| Aug 19, 2022 | Abbott Alinity m SARS-CoV-2 CTRL Kit, REF 09N78-085, each kit contains 12 x 1... | Reports received of an increase of message code 9186 (internal control failed) when using the kit. | Class II | Abbott Molecular, Inc. |
| Jul 19, 2022 | The Alinity m System, REF 08N53-002, For In Vitro Diagnostic Use. | Incorrect optical calibration | Class II | Abbott Molecular, Inc. |
| Mar 4, 2022 | Alinity m HBV Application Specification File (US and CE) | There is a potential for misquantitation high results of negative samples. | Class II | Abbott Molecular, Inc. |
| Mar 4, 2022 | Alinity m HBV AMP Kit (US and CE) | There is a potential for misquantitation high results for negative samples. | Class II | Abbott Molecular, Inc. |
| Feb 11, 2022 | Alinity m Integrated Reaction Units (IRU) | There is potential for the Reaction Vessels (RVs) detaching from the RV cap during transport by t... | Class II | Abbott Molecular, Inc. |
| Dec 6, 2021 | Alinity m System, Part No. 08N53-002 | There is an issue with the installation of updated camera firmware on the system. | Class II | Abbott Molecular, Inc. |
| Dec 6, 2021 | Alinity m System, Part No. 08N53-002 | There is a software defect that can cause the Amplification Detection clamp CLEAN position to be ... | Class II | Abbott Molecular, Inc. |
| Dec 6, 2021 | Alinity m System, Part No. 08N53-002 | There is a software issue associated with the ability to properly complete a Field Service Engine... | Class II | Abbott Molecular, Inc. |
| Dec 6, 2021 | Alinity m System, Part No. 08N53-002 | There is a potential for abnormal (non-sigmoidal) amplification curves. | Class II | Abbott Molecular, Inc. |
| Sep 2, 2021 | Alinity m Resp-4-Plex AMP Kit (Emergency Use Authorization, US Assay) and Ali... | There is a potential for false positive results. | Class I | Abbott Molecular, Inc. |
| Sep 2, 2021 | Alinity m SARS-CoV-2 Amp Kit (Non-US Assay) and Alinity m SARS-CoV-2 Applicat... | There is a potential for false positive results. | Class I | Abbott Molecular, Inc. |
| Sep 2, 2021 | Alinity m SARS-CoV-2 Amp Kit (Emergency Use Authorization, US Assay) and Alin... | There is a potential for false positive results. | Class I | Abbott Molecular, Inc. |
| Sep 2, 2021 | Alinity m Resp-4-Plex AMP Kit (Non-US Assay) and Alinity m Resp-4-Plex Applic... | There is a potential for false positive results. | Class I | Abbott Molecular, Inc. |
| Sep 2, 2021 | Alinity m SARS-CoV-2 Amp Kit (Non-US Assay) and Alinity m SARS-CoV-2 Applicat... | There is a potential for false positive results. | Class I | Abbott Molecular, Inc. |
| Aug 4, 2021 | Vysis CLL FISH Probe Kit with the following components: Vysis LSI p53 Spectru... | Potential for Vysis CLL FISH Probe Kits not detecting 13q deletions in known positive patient sam... | Class II | Abbott Molecular, 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.