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 · 2026-09-26
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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BD Kiestra Urine Culture Application Powered by BD Synapsys Informatics Solution; Catalog (Ref): 444900;
Becton Dickinson & Co.
Various Merit Medical convenience kits that contain recalled Jiangsu Shenli Medical Production Co. Ltd. syringes: K02 (Custom Syringe Kit), REF: K02-00873A, Inject fluids into, or withdraw fluids from, the body.
Merit Medical Systems, Inc.
Various Merit Medical convenience kits that contain recalled Jiangsu Shenli Medical Production Co. Ltd. syringes: SafeSheath CSG/Worley advanced CSG (Introducer Catheter kit), REF: FCL-083-02/A WOR-CSG-B1-09/A WOR-CSG-B2-09/A WOR-CSG-BL1-09/A WOR-CSG-E-90/A For the introduction of various types of pacing or defibrillator leads and catheters.
Merit Medical Systems, Inc.
Various Merit Medical convenience kits that contain recalled Jiangsu Shenli Medical Production Co. Ltd. syringes: Outake, REF CET200 and CET300, The Catheter Extractor is a catheter accessory device intended for minimally invasive removal of tunneled long term catheters. The Catheter Extractor is indicated for use with tunneled, double lumen hemodialysis catheters with cuff sizes ranging from 10.8 French to 14.5 French.
Merit Medical Systems, Inc.
Various Merit Medical convenience kits that contain recalled Jiangsu Shenli Medical Production Co. Ltd. syringes: Prelude SNAP-H (Introducer Catheter kit), REF: PLSH-1006/A PLSH-1007/A PLSH-1008/A PLSH-1009.5/A PLSH-2506/A PLSH-2507/A For the introduction of various types of pacing leads and catheters to the heart and coronary venous system.
Merit Medical Systems, Inc.
BioButton REF BIOST06040 with Software version 3.0.20 The BioButton System is a remote monitoring wearable device intended for continuous collection of physiological data in home and healthcare settings while the patient is at rest.
Biointellisense Inc.
Various Merit Medical convenience kits that contain recalled Jiangsu Shenli Medical Production Co. Ltd. syringes: SafeSheath CSG (Introducer Catheter), REF: FCL-069-00/A FCL-069-02/A FCL-069-03/A For the introduction of various types of pacing or defibrillator leads and catheters.
Merit Medical Systems, Inc.
Various Merit Medical convenience kits that contain recalled Jiangsu Shenli Medical Production Co. Ltd. syringes: Custom Procedure Kit (Angiography/Angioplasty kit), REF: OPT0242-00 S1279-01 S2953 S2960 S6002 To support various vascular or cardiac diagnostic and interventional procedures.
Merit Medical Systems, Inc.
SIGNA Explorer, with affected software versions: SV25.5, SV25.6, SV29.2, MR30.0, MR30.1; Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Imaging System
GE Medical Systems, LLC
The Everest Bipolar Cutting Forceps are intended to be passed through a 5-mm or 10-mm cannula, depending on the model/outer diameter size of the forceps. Coagulation is achieved using electrosurgical energy under visualization. The device is to be used with bipolar outputs of compatible generators. The forceps' jaws are electrically isolated from each other enabling one jaw to act as a return electrode, eliminating the need for a return pad. To transect tissue, a cutting blade is actuated an
Olympus Corporation of the Americas
CADD-Solis VIP ambulatory Infusion Pumps, Model 2120 ( 21-2120 , 21-2125 , and 21-2127 ) Indicated for the following uses: Intra-arterial, subcutaneous, intraperitoneal, in close proximity to nerves, into an intraoperative site, epidural space or subarachnoid space. Therapies that require a continuous rate of infusion, intermittent bolus, and/or with patient-controlled demand doses.
Smiths Medical ASD Inc.
BD PYXIS MDBNK TWR MN CR-4HH-5FM-P RxNow, REF: 169-131 containing software version 3.9.1.9
CareFusion 303, Inc.
Hookup Model/Catalog Number: 2-8-540CAS Product Description: Hookups provide the interface between an Advantage Plus" Automated Endoscope Reprocessor and Advantage Plus" Pass-Thru Automated Endoscope Reprocessor ( AER ) and endoscopes, which allow perfusion of liquids dispensed by the AER to contact and high-level disinfect the channels of flexible endoscopes.
Steris Corporation
SIGNA Architect, with affected software versions: DV26.0 to DV26.3, DV27.0 to DV27.3, DV28.0 to DV28.5, DV29.0, DV29.1, DV29.2, MR30.0, MR30.1; Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Imaging System
GE Medical Systems, LLC
Medline procedure kits labeled as: 1) NEPHROLOGY PACK, Pack Number DYNJ59089; 2) NERVE BLOCK TRAY, Pack Number DYNJRA1221A
MEDLINE INDUSTRIES, LP - Northfield
Philips Azurion Interventional Fluoroscopic X-ray System with Software Version Number: R1.0, R1.1, R1.2- Intended for Image guidance in diagnostic, interventional, and minimally invasive surgery procedures for the following clinical application areas: vascular, non-vascular, cardiovascular, and neuro procedure. Model Numbers: 722063, 722064, 722067, 722068, 722078 and 722079
PHILIPS MEDICAL SYSTEMS NEDERLAND B.V.
BD PYXIS MEDBANK TWR MN CR-2HH-6FH, REF: 169-88 containing software version 3.9.1.9
CareFusion 303, Inc.
LUMINOS Lotus Max -Intended to visualize anatomical structures by converting an x-ray pattern into a visible image Model Number: 11574100
Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc
SIGNA MR355, with affected software versions: SV25.5, SV25.6; Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Imaging System
GE Medical Systems, LLC
BD PYXIS MEDBANK TWR MN CR-4HH-1FH-4FM-P, REF: 169-90 containing software version 3.9.1.9
CareFusion 303, Inc.
SIGNA PET/MR, with affected software versions: MP24.0, MP26.0, MP26.1, MR30.0, MR30.1; Tomographic imager combining emission computed tomography with nuclear magnetic resonance
GE Medical Systems, LLC
Discovery MR450 1.5T, with affected software versions: DV24.0, DV25.0, DV25.1, DV26.0; Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Imaging System
GE Medical Systems, LLC
Hookup Model/Catalog Number: 2-8-540 Product Description: Hookups provide the interface between an Advantage Plus" Automated Endoscope Reprocessor and Advantage Plus" Pass-Thru Automated Endoscope Reprocessor ( AER ) and endoscopes, which allow perfusion of liquids dispensed by the AER to contact and high-level disinfect the channels of flexible endoscopes.
Steris Corporation
Hookup Model/Catalog Number: 2-8-540HAN Product Description: Hookups provide the interface between an Advantage Plus" Automated Endoscope Reprocessor and Advantage Plus" Pass-Thru Automated Endoscope Reprocessor ( AER ) and endoscopes, which allow perfusion of liquids dispensed by the AER to contact and high-level disinfect the channels of flexible endoscopes.
Steris Corporation
BD PYXIS MEDBANK MINI CR-2HH-1FH-P, REF: 169-114 containing software version 3.9.1.9
CareFusion 303, Inc.
SIGNA Voyager, with affected software versions: PX26.0 to PX26.6, VX28.0, VX29.1, VX29.2, MR30.0, MR30.1; Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Imaging System
GE Medical Systems, LLC
Optima MR360, with affected software versions: SV20.3, SV23.3, MR30.0, MR30.1; Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Imaging System
GE Medical Systems, LLC
BD PYXIS MEDBANK TWR MN CR-6HH-1FH-3FM-P, REF: 169-92 containing software version 3.9.1.9
CareFusion 303, Inc.
Centurion procedure kits labeled as: 1) CVC INSERT BUNDLE 16CM, Pack Number ECVC3260; 2) CVC DOUBLE LUMEN 16CM, Pack Number ECVC8105
MEDLINE INDUSTRIES, LP - Northfield
Baxter SIGMA Spectrum Infusion Pump, Product Code: 35700BAX2
Baxter Healthcare Corporation
BD PYXIS MEDBANK TWR MN CR-8HH-3FH-P, REF: 169-98 containing software version 3.9.1.9
CareFusion 303, Inc.
SIGNA UHP, with affected software versions: RX28.0, MR30.1; Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Imaging System - research use only
GE Medical Systems, LLC
GORE SEAMGUARD Bioabsorbable Staple Line Reinforcement Configured for Circular Staplers, 25mm; Catalog number: 1BSGC25;
W.L. Gore & Associates, Inc.
BD PYXIS MEDBANK TWR MN CR-12HH-1FH, REF: 169-84 containing software version 3.9.1.9
CareFusion 303, Inc.
IntelliVue Patient Monitor MX500 with L.x and M.x; K.x provided with L.x entitlements Model Number: 866064. Indicated for use by health care professionals for monitoring and recording of, and to generate alarms for, multiple physiological parameters of adults, pediatrics, and neonates.
Philips North America Llc
(1) CryoPatch SG Pulmonary Human Cardiac Hemi-Artery - Artery Patch, SGPH00 Cryopreserved Decellularized Cardiac Tissue Allograft Prepared with SynerGraft (SG) Technology; and (2) CryoPatch SG Pulmonary Human Cardiac Branch Patch, SGP020, Cryopreserved Decellularized Cardiac Tissue Allograft Prepared with SynerGraft (SG) Technology.
Artivion, Inc
Centurion procedure kits labeled as NEURO ANGIO PACK, Pack Number DYNDA1431A
MEDLINE INDUSTRIES, LP - Northfield
SIGNA MR380, with affected software versions: SV25.5, SV25.6; Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Imaging System
GE Medical Systems, LLC
BD PYXIS MEDBANK TWR MN CR-12HH-1FM-P, REF: 169-85 containing software version 3.9.1.9
CareFusion 303, Inc.
IntelliVue Patient Monitor MX400 with L.x and M.x; K.x provided with L.x entitlements Model Number: 866060. Indicated for use by health care professionals for monitoring and recording of, and to generate alarms for, multiple physiological parameters of adults, pediatrics, and neonates.
Philips North America Llc
American Contract Systems Spine Pack convenience kit
American Contract Systems, Inc.
Medline procedure kits labeled as: 1) WMC HYBRID OR PACK PART 1 , Pack Number CMPJ08068F ; 2) VASCULAR PACK , Pack Number CMPJ11455B ; 3) SALEM CATH LAB-LF , Pack Number DYNJ26938J ; 4) EH PEDIATRIC CATH , Pack Number DYNJ49920L ; 5) ARTERIOGRAM PACK, Pack Number DYNJ53018; 6) CATH PACK , Pack Number DYNJ57729C ; 7) PEDS CATH PACK, Pack Number DYNJ66856; 8) PEDS CATH PACK, Pack Number DYNJ66856A ; 9) STEWARD ROCKLEDGE CATH RRS, Pack Number DYNJ81061A ; 10) CATH LAB PACK , Pa
MEDLINE INDUSTRIES, LP - Northfield
SIGNA MR360, with affected software versions: SV25.5, SV25.6; Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Imaging System
GE Medical Systems, LLC
BD PYXIS MEDBANK TWR MN CR-8HH-1FH-2FM-P, REF: 169-96 containing software version 3.9.1.9
CareFusion 303, Inc.
Optima MR450w 1.5T, with affected software versions: DV24.0, DV25.0, DV25.1, DV26.0, DV29.1, MR30.0, MR30.1; Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Imaging System
GE Medical Systems, LLC
Soltive Premium SuperPulsed Laser System, Model TFL-PLS
Olympus Corporation of the Americas
BD PYXIS MEDBANK TWR MN CR-10HH-2FM-P, REF: 169-83 containing software version 3.9.1.9
CareFusion 303, Inc.
SIGNA Creator, with affected software versions: HD16.0_V03 to HD16.4, HD23.0_V03, HD28.0, HD29.1, MR30.0, MR30.1; Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Imaging System
GE Medical Systems, LLC
The Everest Bipolar Cutting Forceps are intended to be passed through a 5-mm or 10-mm cannula, depending on the model/outer diameter size of the forceps. Coagulation is achieved using electrosurgical energy under visualization. The device is to be used with bipolar outputs of compatible generators. The forceps' jaws are electrically isolated from each other enabling one jaw to act as a return electrode, eliminating the need for a return pad. To transect tissue, a cutting blade is actuated an
Olympus Corporation of the Americas
Discovery MR750 3.0T, with affected software versions: DV24.0, DV25.0, DV25.1, DV26.0 to DV26.4, DV29.1, MR30.0, MR30.1; Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Imaging System
GE Medical Systems, LLC
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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.