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 · 2026-09-20
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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Arvis Hip & Knee 3.0 Instrument Set, REF: IN-28000 containing one of the following components: IN-10500, Impactor V-Block Assembly; IN-10600 , Tracker B; IN-16400, Tracker A; IN-16100, Tracker C; IN-28050, Tracker E
Kico Knee Innovation Company
Neptune Smart Docking Station (120V), Catalog Number 0770-100-000, part of the Neptune Waste Management System
Stryker Corporation
Pediatric care bed; Product Designation: KayserBett IDA;
KAYSERBETTEN GMBH & CO. KG
Phothera 200, Phototherapy Devices indicated for use to treat diagnosed skin disorders such as, but not limited to, Psoriasis, Vitiligo, and Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema) under the direction of a physician, Model Numbers 210NDT4 and 210NCL4
Daavlin Distributing Company
Philips Azurion 7B12/12, Model Numbers: 722067, 722225 with Software release R2.2.0, R2.2.1, R2.2.3, R2.2.5 and R2.2.6 with the Roadmap Pro Software key
PHILIPS MEDICAL SYSTEMS NEDERLAND B.V.
MAC 5 A4 Resting ECG Analysis System 855001-001; MAC 5 A5 Resting ECG Analysis System 8855002-001. Electrocardiograph
GE Medical Systems China Co., Ltd.
Brand Name: B. BRAUN MEDICAL INC. Product Name: CESK SHANDS JACKSONVILLE 20055717 Model/Catalog Number: 555884 Software Version: N/A Product Description: CESK SHANDS JACKSONVILLE 20055717 Component: No
B Braun Medical Inc
BD Pyxis Anesthesia Station 4000 REF: 338 Medication cabinet
CareFusion 303, Inc.
Brand Name: HiResolution" Bionic Ear System Product Name: HiRes Ultra 3D CI HiFocus Mid Scala Model/Catalog Number: CI-1601-04 Software Version: N/A Product Description: The HiResolution Bionic Ear System is a cochlear implant designed to provide useful hearing to individuals with severe-to-profound hearing loss. It consists of internal and external components. The internal components include the HiRes" Ultra 3D receiver and either the HiFocus" SlimJ electrode or the HiFocus" Mid-Scala (MS)
Advanced Bionics, LLC
Brand Name: B. BRAUN MEDICAL INC. Product Name: NES1725KFXL SPINAL EPID CLOSED TIP CATH Model/Catalog Number: 530201 Software Version: N/A Product Description: NES1725KFXL SPINAL EPID CLOSED TIP CATH Component: No
B Braun Medical Inc
COVIDIEN Shiley Tracheostomy Tube Cuffed with Inner Cannula REF 6FEN UDI-DI code: 60884522007028 The devices are intended for use in providing tracheal access for airway management. Shiley Tracheostomy Tubes are double cannula tracheostomy tubes with reusable inner cannulae (LPC, FEN, CFS, CFN, LGT) and twist-lock connectors. These Shiley Tracheostomy Tubes have a radiopaque, biocompatible outer cannula constructed of polyvinyl chloride.
Covidien LLC
Philips Azurion 7M12, Model Numbers: 722078, 722223 with Software release R2.2.0, R2.2.1, R2.2.3, R2.2.5 and R2.2.6 with the Roadmap Pro Software key
PHILIPS MEDICAL SYSTEMS NEDERLAND B.V.
BD Pyxis MedStation ES REF: 323 Medication cabinet
CareFusion 303, Inc.
Brand Name: B. BRAUN MEDICAL INC. Product Name: BPSK, BLOCKJOCKS TRAY Model/Catalog Number: 570246 Software Version: N/A Product Description: BPSK, BLOCKJOCKS TRAY Component: No
B Braun Medical Inc
Philips Azurion 5M20, Model Numbers: 722228 with Software release R2.2.0, R2.2.1, R2.2.3, R2.2.5 and R2.2.6 with the Roadmap Pro Software key
PHILIPS MEDICAL SYSTEMS NEDERLAND B.V.
ARTIS Icono biplane, floor and ceiling.: ARTIS icono biplane Model 11327600. ARTIS icono ceiling Model 11328100. ARTIS icono floor Model 11327700. interventional fluoroscopic x-ray system
Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc
Philips Azurion 7M20, Model Numbers: 722079, 722224 with Software release R2.2.0, R2.2.1, R2.2.3, R2.2.5 and R2.2.6 with the Roadmap Pro Software key
PHILIPS MEDICAL SYSTEMS NEDERLAND B.V.
TITANIUM/FLUOROPLASTIC PISTON 0.6MM DIA X 3.75MM L Model/Catalog Number: 409-375 Product Description: Stapes Prosthesis
Grace Medical, Inc.
BD¿Spinal Tray with BD¿Whitacre Needle 25 G x 3.5 in.; lidocaine HCL (1%), 5 mL, bupivacaine HCL (0.75%) with dextrose (8.25%), 2 mL (marcaine). Catalog Numbers: 400866, 405672, 405673, 405674, 405675, 405709, 405721, 405723, 406704.
Becton Dickinson & Company
BD¿Spinal Tray with BD¿Quincke Needle 25 G x 3.5 in.; lidocaine HCL (1%), 5 mL, bupivacaine HCL (0.75%) with dextrose (8.25%), 2 mL (marcaine). Catalog Numbers: 405621, 405735.
Becton Dickinson & Company
PhaseOne Antimicrobial Solution, Model/Catalog Number: 15050
Oculus Technologies of Mexico, S.A. de C.V.
Spinal Needle procedure kits: Material Description (Material Number) 24GA. PENCAN SPINAL BUP. TRAY W/DURAPREP (333867); 25GA. PENCAN SPINAL BUP. TRAY W/DURAPREP (333862); GOVP24BK 24G PENCAN TRAY W/ BUP & DEXTROS (332607); P24BK 24G PENCAN TRAY W/BUP & DEXTROSE (333868); P25BKAY PENCAN SPINAL TRAY (333865); P27BK PENCAN SPINAL W/BUPIVAC (333871); P25BK SPINAL TRAY (333851)
B Braun Medical Inc
BD¿Spinal Tray with BD¿Whitacre Needle 25 G x 3.5 in., BD¿Quincke Needle 22 G x 3.5 in.; lidocaine HCL (1%), 5 mL, bupivacaine HCL (0.75%) with dextrose (8.25%), 2 mL (marcaine). Catalog Number: 405741.
Becton Dickinson & Company
BD¿Spinal Tray with BD¿Whitacre Needle 25 G x 3.5 in.; lidocaine HCL (1%), 2 mL, bupivacaine HCL (0.75%) with dextrose (8.25%), 2 mL (marcaine). Catalog Number: 405658.
Becton Dickinson & Company
ARTIS pheno, Model 10849000. interventional fluoroscopic x-ray system
Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc
BD¿Spinal Tray with BD¿Quincke Needle 22 G x 3.5 in.; lidocaine HCL (1%), 5 mL, bupivacaine HCL (0.75%) with dextrose (8.25%), 2 mL (marcaine). Catalog Number: 405609.
Becton Dickinson & Company
The Large Volume Pump (LVP) of the Ivenix Infusion System (IIS). Model Number: LVP-0004.
Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC
BD Pyxis Anesthesia Station ES REF: 327 Medication cabinet
CareFusion 303, Inc.
Digital Angiography System Trinias:UD150G-40 / D150GC-40; Digital Angiography System BRANSIST safire:UD150G-40 / D150GC-40; Digital Angiography System BRANSIST alexa:UD150G-40 / D150GC-40; Digital Radiography System RADspeed Pro: UD150B-40 / UD150V-40 / UD150L-40 / UD150L-40E/D150BC-40 / D150VC-40 / D150LC-40 / D150LC-40E/D150BC-41 / D150VC-41 / D150LC-41; Digital Radiography System RADspeed safire: UD150B-40 / D150BC-40; Radiography System RADspeed fit: N/A (Integrated in the system); X-RAY R/F
Shimadzu Medical Systems
Sharpoint 2.2MM, ANGLED, DOUBLE- BEVEL Model/Catalog Number: 72-2231 Microsurgical Knife
SSC- Surgical Specialties Corporation
DeRoyal Industries Inc. Ref 46-406, Covaderm Plus, Vascular Access Dressing 6"x6" (15cmx15cm)
DeRoyal Industries Inc
BD Pyxis MedStation 4000 REF: 303 Medication cabinet
CareFusion 303, Inc.
Covidien Mon-a-Therm General Purpose Temperature Probe REF: 90044
Covidien LLC
Covidien Mon-a-Therm Esophageal Stethoscope with Temperature Sensor 400TM REF: 90042
Covidien LLC
Arvis Hip & Knee 2.0 Instrument Set, REF: IN-21200 containing one of the following components: IN-10500, Impactor V-Block Assembly; IN-10600 , Tracker B; IN-16400, Tracker A; IN-16100, Tracker C
Kico Knee Innovation Company
Covidien EndoStitch" Polysorb Single Use Loading Unit; Product numbers: 170053 and 170071;
Covidien, LP
Philips Azurion 7B20/15, Model Numbers: 722068, 722226 with Software release R2.2.0, R2.2.1, R2.2.3, R2.2.5 and R2.2.6 with the Roadmap Pro Software key
PHILIPS MEDICAL SYSTEMS NEDERLAND B.V.
BD¿Spinal Tray with BD¿Whitacre Needle 24 G x 3.5 in.; lidocaine HCL (1%), 5 mL, bupivacaine HCL (0.75%) with dextrose (8.25%), 2 mL (marcaine). Catalog Numbers: 400868, 405652.
Becton Dickinson & Company
Atlan A350. Model Number: 8211500. anesthesia workstation
Draeger, Inc.
CASE v7.0 Cardiac Testing System Model no. 3031234-001 Product Code SU3
GE Medical Systems Information Technologies Inc
Brand Name: B. BRAUN MEDICAL INC. Product Name: LYNDON B JOHNSON HOSPITAL SPINAL EPID Model/Catalog Number: 530184 Software Version: N/A Product Description: LYNDON B JOHNSON HOSPITAL SPINAL EPID Component: No
B Braun Medical Inc
BD¿Spinal Tray with BD¿Whitacre Needle 25 G x 3.5 in.; lidocaine HCL (1%), 5 mL, bupivacaine HCL (0.75%) with dextrose (8.25%), 2 mL (marcaine). Catalog Number: 405671.
Becton Dickinson & Company
BD Pyxis MedBank Mini REF: 1147-00 Medication cabinet
CareFusion 303, Inc.
LVP software of the Ivenix Infusion System (IIS); Product Code LVP-SW-0005.
Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC
Brand Name: B. BRAUN MEDICAL INC. Product Name: CESK RIVERSIDE HEALTH SYSTEM Model/Catalog Number: 552126 Software Version: N/A Product Description: CESK RIVERSIDE HEALTH SYSTEM Component: No
B Braun Medical Inc
Aligned Medical AMS16835 Fluids Kit RX
Windstone Medical Packaging, Inc.
Brand Name: B. BRAUN MEDICAL INC. Product Name: SESK UPMC DOUBLE CATHETER TRAY Model/Catalog Number: 530134 Software Version: N/A Product Description: SESK UPMC DOUBLE CATHETER TRAY Component: No
B Braun Medical Inc
Ivenix Infusion System (IIS), Large Volume Pump, Model Number: LVP-0004
Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC
BD Pyxis MedStation ES Tower REF: 352 Medication cabinet
CareFusion 303, Inc.
Design Options Spinal Tray Spinal Needle Anesthesia procedure kits: Material Description (Material Number): SSK H M C 20061890 (560074), SSK S C H (560214), SSK BJC H S (ORIGINAL CUST) (560272), SSK CA P M C (ORIGINAL CUST) (560327), SSK T M H (560394), SSK S O 20070208 (560428), SSK L G H (ORIGINAL CUST) (560462), SSK H M H (560465), SSK BUPIVACAINE TRAY 2068824 (560476), SSK K F H (560497), SSK T J U H (560513), SSK O M C (560521), SSK CUSTOM SPINAL TRAY (560523), SSK O R M C (
B Braun Medical Inc
What to do with this
Monitoring medical devices? Start here.
- Check a specific product against the full federal archive before you use or buy it. Recall checker
- Most medical devices recalls come from FDA Devices - browse that agency's full feed. FDA Devices recalls
- Sort the whole archive by severity to see the highest-risk active recalls first. Rankings
Recall categorization follows the issuing agency's product taxonomy; always confirm specifics on the official notice.
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.