Browse Device Recalls
3 FDA medical device safety recalls.
FDA Medical Device Recall Enforcement Database
Browse 3 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 FDA device recalls.
| Date | Product | Reason | Class | Firm |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 3, 2015 | AbsorbENT, Sterile Compressed Absorbent Sponge, Nasal Pack, 8.9cm(L) x 3.0cm... | Summit Medical is recalling Doyle P/F Nasal Pack w/Airway, string 8 cm x 3 cm x 1.5 cm, Catalog #... | Class II | Summit Medical, Inc. |
| May 12, 2014 | Armstrong Grommet with wire Otological Ventilation Tube Catalog #: VT-0507-... | One lot of ventilation tubes have mixed tubes with wire attached to the slanted flange and ventil... | Class II | Summit Medical, Inc. |
| Mar 27, 2013 | Summit Medical, BL-2006, Myringotomy Lance (Juvenile) Blade, Sterile P, Summi... | Summit Medical has initiated a recall of Myringotomy Lance Blade (Juvenile) because the box cont... | Class II | Summit Medical, 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.