Browse Device Recalls
14 FDA medical device safety recalls.
FDA Medical Device Recall Enforcement Database
Browse 14 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 14 FDA device recalls.
| Date | Product | Reason | Class | Firm |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 20, 2023 | SciCan STATIS SL S10001 Dental Handpieces-Intended for the removal of carious... | Screw connection between the turbine head and the push button may loosen and fall off during the ... | Class II | Coltene Whaledent Inc |
| Mar 18, 2021 | Dental pins - TMS LINK PLUS Self-Threading Pins - Product Usage: implanted in... | The incorrect dental pins were packaged and subsequently distributed. | Class II | Coltene Whaledent Inc |
| Oct 20, 2020 | Strauss 25 Carbide Dental Burs (100057XXV) | The FG 557 bur was incorrectly packaged as the FG 57 bur. The FG 557 burs will remove more materi... | Class II | Coltene Whaledent Inc |
| Oct 20, 2020 | Clinic Pack 100 Pieces FG 57 100057C (100057C) | The FG 557 bur was incorrectly packaged as the FG 57 bur. The FG 557 burs will remove more materi... | Class II | Coltene Whaledent Inc |
| Oct 20, 2020 | Alpen Clinic 100 Carbide Instruments (R100057C) | The FG 557 bur was incorrectly packaged as the FG 57 bur. The FG 557 burs will remove more materi... | Class II | Coltene Whaledent Inc |
| Oct 20, 2020 | FG 57 100057X (100057X) | The FG 557 bur was incorrectly packaged as the FG 57 bur. The FG 557 burs will remove more materi... | Class II | Coltene Whaledent Inc |
| Oct 20, 2020 | CEI Cutting Edge Instruments (PTC-57C) | The FG 557 bur was incorrectly packaged as the FG 57 bur. The FG 557 burs will remove more materi... | Class II | Coltene Whaledent Inc |
| Jun 3, 2020 | HYGENIC Simple Dam Kit, Model no. 60019066 - Product Usage: The dental dam fo... | Multiple Coltene batches of the product have a pin size larger than acceptable, which may make it... | Class II | Coltene Whaledent Inc |
| Jun 3, 2020 | HYGENIC Dental Dam Forceps, Model no. H01262 - Product Usage: The dental dam ... | Multiple Coltene batches of the product have a pin size larger than acceptable, which may make it... | Class II | Coltene Whaledent Inc |
| Jun 3, 2020 | HYGENIC Winged Fiesta Kit, Model no. H02778 - Product Usage: The dental dam f... | Multiple Coltene batches of the product have a pin size larger than acceptable, which may make it... | Class II | Coltene Whaledent Inc |
| Jun 3, 2020 | HYGENIC Wingless Fiesta Kit, Model no. H02790 - Product Usage: The dental dam... | Multiple Coltene batches of the product have a pin size larger than acceptable, which may make it... | Class II | Coltene Whaledent Inc |
| Aug 21, 2018 | ParaPost Plus 25 Titanium Alloy Spiral Vented and Serrated Posts Catal... | ParaPost Plus Titanium Posts contain stainless steel post that are a size 4 | Class II | Coltene Whaledent Inc |
| Apr 13, 2018 | Alpen Carbide 702 Cross Cut Tapered Fissure FG 10 pack (Carbide Burs), Model ... | The products are labeled with an incorrect product number. | Class II | Coltene Whaledent Inc |
| Dec 11, 2013 | Latex Dental Dams labeled as Non-Latex Dental Dams | Colt¿ne/Whaledent Inc. received a complaint about the dental dams being the incorrect color. Dur... | Class II | Coltene Whaledent 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.