Product category · Updated Aug 19, 2026
Medical Devices recalls
Medical device recalls including implants, diagnostic equipment, and surgical tools
Medical Devices ranks #1 of 12 among PlainRecalls categories by recall count (41,070 notices, 39.3% of the archive); 9% of graded records are high-severity.
The FDA, CPSC, USDA FSIS and NHTSA have published 41,070 medical devices recalls between 2000 and 2026 - roughly 39.3% of the 104,423-record archive. Among 12 product categories, that is #1 of 12. Of the 41,070 records graded for severity, 9% are high-severity. Most are issued by FDA Devices. Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not a product's inherent danger.
- 41,070 total recalls
- #1 of 12 among categories
- 9% graded high-severity
- FDA Devices top agency
Category snapshot
According to PlainRecalls' category ranking (distinct recall events, same sort as /category), Medical Devices is #1 of 12 (1st of 12) with 41,070 recalls, about 39.3% of the 104,423-record federal archive, with 3,653 graded high-severity, most issued by FDA Devices.
- 41,070
- total recalls
- #1 of 12
- category rank by events
- 9%
- graded high-severity
- FDA Devices
- top issuing agency
Where Medical Devices sits among all 12 categories
Distinct recall-event inventory across every PlainRecalls product category. Medical Devices is marked; archive size reflects reporting volume, not inherent product danger.
Medical Devices vs all categories by recall count
Where this category's archive sits among every tracked product class
41,070 1st of 12 the highest of 12 categories
Categories, banded by distinct recall-event inventory
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Source FDA · CPSC · USDA FSIS · NHTSA federal recall filings · 2026-09-24
Do more recalls mean more Class I danger?
Medical Devices sits at the 100th percentile of category volume (41,070 recalls) and the 14th percentile of Class I rate (9% of agency-classified notices) among 7 categories with enough classified rows to measure, those two ranks are not interchangeable.
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Percentiles are within this release's classified-enough category sample. Class I % uses only agency-classified notices.
| Category | Recalls | Vol %ile | Classified | Class I | Class I % | Rate %ile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medical Devices | 41,070 | 100 | 40,763 | 3,653 | 9% | 14 |
| Food | 25,513 | 86 | 25,222 | 11,676 | 46.3% | 86 |
| Drugs & Medications | 14,473 | 71 | 14,417 | 1,508 | 10.5% | 29 |
| Children & Baby Products | 4,017 | 57 | 2,483 | 352 | 14.2% | 43 |
| Dietary Supplements | 2,018 | 43 | 1,993 | 466 | 23.4% | 71 |
| Meat & Poultry | 1,672 | 29 | 1,672 | 1,145 | 68.5% | 100 |
| Cosmetics & Personal Care | 1,388 | 14 | 1,289 | 203 | 15.7% | 57 |
Medical Devices recalls by year
2000–2026
Severity distribution
Graded records only
- High severity 3,653
High severity
3,653 recalls
- Moderate
Moderate
36,361 recalls
- Lower severity 1,056
Lower severity
1,056 recalls
Recalls by issuing agency
- FDA Devices
FDA Devices
39,794 recalls
- FDA Drug 934
FDA Drug
934 recalls
- CPSC 307
CPSC
307 recalls
- FDA Food 35
FDA Food
35 recalls
Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.
Recalls in Medical Devices
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smiths medical CADD-Solis Li-ion Rechargeable Battery Packs AC adapter, Model Number REF 21-0270-25, for use with the CADD-Solis infusion pumps
Smiths Medical ASD, Inc.
Brand Name: EVIS EXERA III Gastrointestinal Videoscope GIF-1TH190 Product Name: Olympus GIF-1TH190 Model/Catalog Number: GIF-1TH190 Software Version: N/A Product Description: This instrument is intended to be used with an Olympus video system center, light source, documentation equipment, monitor, EndoTherapy accessories (such as biopsy forceps), and other ancillary equipment for endoscopy and endoscopic surgery.
Olympus Corporation of the Americas
Posi-Stop Injection Needle, 25 Gauge, Catalog Number: 4704
Hobbs Medical, Inc.
Bard Marquee Disposable Core Biopsy Instrument Kit: BARD MARQUEE KIT 12G X 10 CM, REF: MQK1210; BARD MARQUEE 12G X 10 CM, REF: MQ1210; BARD MARQUEE Kit 12G X 13 CM, REF: MQK1213; BARD MARQUEE 12G X 13 CM, REF: MQ1213
Bard Peripheral Vascular Inc
Baxter MiniCap Extended Life PD Transfer Set with Twist Clamp, Part Number R5C4483; use in Peritoneal Dialysis
Baxter Healthcare Corporation
Baxter MiniCap Extended Life PD Transfer Set with Twist Clamp, Part Number R5C4482E; use in Peritoneal Dialysis
Baxter Healthcare Corporation
Baxter MiniCap Extended Life PD Transfer Set with Twist Clamp EX Short, Part Number T5C4484; use in Peritoneal Dialysis
Baxter Healthcare Corporation
CAIRE FreeStyle Comfort portable oxygen concentrator, model #AS200-103.
Caire, Inc.
Posi-Stop Injection Needle, 23 Gauge, Catalog Number: 4702
Hobbs Medical, Inc.
NovoHip Biolox Ball Head 32mmL Ref: 1345-2803 NovoHip Total Hip System - NovoHip Total Hip System is a non-cemented hip prosthesis that consists of a 4-part total hip replacement system including femoral stem, femoral head, acetabular poly liner, and acetabular metal (or shell) components.
Novosource, LLC
Abbot Navitor, Vision Technology, Transcatheter Aortic Heart Valve, 29 mm, NVRO-29, Sterile
Abbott Medical
CAIRE FreeStyle Comfort portable oxygen concentrator, model #AS200-1.
Caire, Inc.
CAIRE FreeStyle Comfort portable oxygen concentrator, model #AS200-101.
Caire, Inc.
Siemens Atellica CH Reaction Ring Cuvette Segment-has cuvettes that contain and incubate the sample reaction volumes and present them to each processing step. Siemens Material Number(SMN): 11099326 All lots starting with N15 or 15 are expected to have the defect.
Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc.
Posi-Stop Injection Needle, 23 Gauge, Catalog Number: 4720
Hobbs Medical, Inc.
Allegedly counterfeit batteries manufactured by CSB batteries being used with Plum Infusion Systems: Plum 360" Infusion System, Pump List Number 30010; Plum A+ & Plum A+3" Infusion Systems, Pump List Numbers: 11005, 11971, 12391, 12618, 20678, 20679, 20792, 60529, 12348, 1197
ICU Medical, Inc.
JuggerLoc/ToggleLoc 2.9mm Drill Guide, Model number 110027357
Biomet, Inc.
Posi-Stop Injection Needle, 23 Gauge, Catalog Number: 4706
Hobbs Medical, Inc.
Approach CTO Micro Wire Guide, RPN CMW-14-190-25G, GPN G50789
Cook Incorporated
MONOCRYL" (poliglecaprone 25) Suture REF Y936H MONOCRYL" Sutures are indicated for use in general soft tissue approximation and/or ligation, but not for use in cardiovascular and neurological tissues, microsurgery or ophthalmic surgery.
ETHICON, INC.
Baxter MiniCap Extended Life PD Transfer Set with Twist Clamp, Part Number 5C4483; use in Peritoneal Dialysis
Baxter Healthcare Corporation
Baxter MiniCap Extended Life PD Transfer Set with Twist Clamp, Part Number T5C4482; use in Peritoneal Dialysis
Baxter Healthcare Corporation
Baxter MiniCap Extended Life PD Transfer Set with Twist Clamp, Part Number 5C4482EJ; use in Peritoneal Dialysis
Baxter Healthcare Corporation
a) Alcon Custom-Pak CONSTELLATION 25G PLUS CHRISTIANA CARE HLTH SERV, # 15340-11, containing TUBING, SALEM SUMP, 14 FR; b) Alcon Custom-Pak DR GREEN VITRECTOMY MERCY HOSPITAL, # 6557-59 and # 6557-60 each containing TUBING, SALEM SUMP, 18 FR; c) VITRECTOMY ILLINOIS MASONIC MED CTR, # 9456-59, # 9456-60, and # 9456-61 each containing TUBING, SALEM SUMP, 18 FR; d) VITRECTOMY MCGEE EYE SURG CTR, # 12216-12, # 12216-14, and # 12216-15, each containing TUBING, SALEM SUMP, 14 FR.
Alcon Research LLC
Baxter MiniCap Extended Life PD Transfer Set with Twist Clamp, Part Number R5C4484; use in Peritoneal Dialysis
Baxter Healthcare Corporation
OrganOx metra -Intended as a Normothermic Machine Perfusion system of donor transport livers. Model/Catalog Number: D0003 The OrganOx metra is a transportable device intended to be used to sustain donor livers destined for transplantation in a functioning state for a total preservation time of up to 12 hours.
OrganOx Ltd
Vue PACS Diagnostic Viewer with Vue PACS client 12.1.5 to 12.2.8.454 software Model Number: 1149418 Intended use is to provide completely scalable local and wide area PACS (Picture Archiving and Communication System) solutions for hospital and related institutions/sites.
Philips Medical Systems Technologies Ltd.
Acrobat-i Positioner. Model Number C-XP-5000Z
Maquet Cardiovascular, LLC
MEERA CL mobile operating table - Designed for the placement and positioning of the patient immediately before, during and after surgical interventions, as well as for examination and treatment Item Number: 700001B0
Getinge Usa Sales Inc
Halyard KIT, SHOULDER - Medical convenience kits Model Number: ESJH014-06
AVID Medical, Inc.
Stryker Neptune SafeAir Rocker-Switch Smoke Evacuation Pencil, Coated, 70mm - Designed for general electrosurgical applications including cutting and coagulation and for removing smoke generated by electrosurgery when used in conjunction with an effective smoke evacuation system. Catalog Number: 0703-047-000
Stryker Corporation
Boston Scientific POLARx BALLOON CATHETER LT 28MM OUS, Material Number M004CRBS2100
Boston Scientific Corporation
Stryker Neptune SafeAir Smoke Evacuation Pencil Non coated 70 mm Blade Push-Button - Designed for general electrosurgical applications including cutting and coagulation and for removing smoke generated by electrosurgery when used in conjunction with an effective smoke evacuation system. Catalog Number: 0703-046-001
Stryker Corporation
Boston Scientific POLARx FIT BALLOON CATHETER ST US, Material Number M004CRBS2060
Boston Scientific Corporation
Brand Name: Olympus Product Name: Cystoscope Outer Sheath Model/Catalog Number: WA22810A Software Version: N/A Product Description: Outer sheaths can be combined with rigid Telescopes. Component: N/A
Olympus Corporation of the Americas
Halyard PACEMAKER PACK - Medical convenience kits Model Number: MAMC223-08
AVID Medical, Inc.
Lab Kit, SKU DYLAB1018; Component No. 503581
MEDLINE INDUSTRIES, LP - Northfield
Halyard KIT, CARDIAC ROBOTIC - Medical convenience kits Model Number: ESJH017-03
AVID Medical, Inc.
Stryker Neptune SafeAir Rocker-Switch Smoke Evacuation Pencil, Non-coated, 70mm - Designed for general electrosurgical applications including cutting and coagulation and for removing smoke generated by electrosurgery when used in conjunction with an effective smoke evacuation system. Catalog Number: 0703-047-001
Stryker Corporation
SECURE 250 mL EMPTY EVA CONTAINER With 2 Ports, REF 66045; An empty single-use pouch made of plastic intended to contain a fluid for intravenous (IV) administration.
The Metrix Company
Halyard D & C PACK-CKC - Medical convenience kits Model Number: BMGT003-02
AVID Medical, Inc.
Halyard KIT, TOTAL KNEE - Medical convenience kits Model Number: ESJH012-07
AVID Medical, Inc.
Halyard PACEMAKER PK - Medical convenience kits Model Number: WKMC120-02
AVID Medical, Inc.
The EVSRF catheter is a sterile, single-use disposable medical device for endovenous radiofrequency ablation, a procedure in which a refluxing vein is thermally coagulated to permanently eliminate the vein from blood circulation. The catheter has a long shaft for insertion into a vein, a handle with start/stop button, and a connector cable. The catheter shaft has a heating element that is energized by the digiRF radiofrequency generator, which is a multi-voltage energy delivery system with tou
Bard Peripheral Vascular Inc
Halyard KIT, TOTAL KNEE - Medical convenience kits Model Number: EUOR002-05
AVID Medical, Inc.
SECURE 100 mL EMPTY EVA CONTAINER With 2 Ports, REF 66040; An empty single-use pouch made of plastic intended to contain a fluid for intravenous (IV) administration.
The Metrix Company
Halyard CPT PEDS ADULT CH PACK - Medical convenience kits Model Number: SHAN431-07
AVID Medical, Inc.
Stryker Neptune SafeAir Smoke Evacuation Pencil Coated Rocker-Switch, Bulk Non-Sterile - Designed for general electrosurgical applications including cutting and coagulation and for removing smoke generated by electrosurgery when used in conjunction with an effective smoke evacuation system. Catalog Number: 0703-047-002
Stryker Corporation
Baxter Spectrum IQ Infusion System with Dose IQ Safety Software, Product Code 3570009
Baxter Healthcare Corporation
Halyard OR ENDOVASCULAR TRAY - Medical convenience kits Model Number: SAMM048-15
AVID Medical, Inc.
What to do with this
Monitoring medical devices? Start here.
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- Sort the whole archive by severity to see the highest-risk active recalls first. Rankings
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Nearby categories
Adjacent product categories that share hazard patterns or regulatory oversight.
Data sources
- Source: FDA - openFDA Enforcement API (food, drug, and device recalls)
- Source: CPSC - Consumer Product Safety Commission Recalls
- Source: NHTSA - National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Recalls (vehicles & equipment)
Category data as of Aug 19, 2026.
Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC, USDA FSIS and NHTSA recall records; no number is typed in by an editor. Category counts and the year trend are computed across the full archive for medical devices. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of Aug 19, 2026.