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 · 2026-09-27
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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Medtronic Invos, Reusable Infant Sensor Adapter Cable for PM7100, REF: PMAC71RIC
Covidien
Abbott Cholestech LDX Battery Kit, Model: 3LP656194-PCM-LD, PN: 55170
Alere San Diego, Inc.
Jackson-Pratt 3-Spring Reservoir Kit with PVC Round Drain, 400mL, 7Fr., REF SU130-401D
Cardinal Health 200, LLC
RayStation 13.0.0.1547, 13.1.0.144 & 13.1.1.89. Radiation Therapy Treatment Planning System.
RAYSEARCH LABORATORIES AB
Johnson & Johnson VISION Reusable LAMINAR High Flow Irrigation Sleeve and Test Chamber 21 Gauge REF OPOHF21L The irrigation sleeve is a device intended to direct irrigation solution across the shaft of a phacoemulsification tip, allowing the solution to enter the eye during ocular surgery.
Johnson & Johnson Surgical Vision, Inc.
Thoratec HeartMate 3, LVAS Implant Kit, REF:106524US, Sterile EO, RxOnly
Thoratec Corp.
RayStation 8.1.0.47, 8.1.1.8 and 8.1.2.5. Radiation Therapy Treatment Planning System.
RAYSEARCH LABORATORIES AB
INNOMED CUP REMOVAL STARTER INSTRUMENT, REF 520054, Hip cutter blade cup
Innomed, Inc.
IPS e.max ZirCAD CER/in. Prime C2 C17/5- A zirconium oxide block for the fabrication of fixed, full-contour restorations in anterior and posterior teeth. Article Number: 758443
IVOCLAR VIVADENT AG
Jackson-Pratt Universal Connector PVC Tubing Anti Reflux Transparent Y, REF SU130-4601
Cardinal Health 200, LLC
ZPLP(Zimmer Periarticular Locking Plate System) Distal Lateral Fibular Plate, Left, 6 Holes, 106 MM, Sterile- Indicated for temporary internal fixation and stabilization of osteotomies and fractures Item Number: 47-2357-018-06
Zimmer, Inc.
RayStation 9.0.0.113 and 9.0.1.142. Radiation Therapy Treatment Planning System.
RAYSEARCH LABORATORIES AB
Jackson-Pratt 3-Spring Reservoir Kit with PVC Round Drain, 400mL, 10Fr., REF SU130-402D
Cardinal Health 200, LLC
Galaxy System REF GAL-001 (specifically GAL-019, Wired Controller) The Galaxy System and its accessories are intended to provide bronchoscopic visualization of and access to patient airways for diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
Noah Medical
ZPLP Distal Lateral Fibular Plate, Right, 6 Holes, 106 MM, Nonsterile- Indicated for temporary internal fixation and stabilization of osteotomies and fractures Item Number: 00-2357-017-06
Zimmer, Inc.
ZPLP (Zimmer Periarticular Locking Plate System) Distal Lateral Fibular Plate, Left, 16 Holes, 236 MM, Sterile- Indicated for temporary internal fixation and stabilization of osteotomies and fractures Item Number: 47-2357-018-16
Zimmer, Inc.
ZPLP Distal Lateral Fibular Plate, Left, 14 Holes, 210 MM, Sterile- Indicated for temporary internal fixation and stabilization of osteotomies and fractures Item Number: 47-2357-018-14
Zimmer, Inc.
RayStation 11.0.0.951, 11.0.1.29, 11.0.3.116 & 11.0.4.15. Radiation Therapy Treatment Planning System.
RAYSEARCH LABORATORIES AB
ZPLP (Zimmer Periarticular Locking Plate System) Distal Lateral Fibular Plate, Right, 6 Holes, 106 MM, Sterile- Indicated for temporary internal fixation and stabilization of osteotomies and fractures Item Number: 47-2357-017-06
Zimmer, Inc.
ZPLP Distal Lateral Fibular Plate, Right, 8 Holes, 132 MM, Nonsterile- Indicated for temporary internal fixation and stabilization of osteotomies and fractures Item Number: 00-2357-017-08
Zimmer, Inc.
RayStation 8.0.0.61, 8.0.1.10. Radiation Therapy Treatment Planning System.
RAYSEARCH LABORATORIES AB
Jackson-Pratt 3-Spring Reservoir with Silicone Adapters, 400mL, REF SU130-475
Cardinal Health 200, LLC
IPS e.max ZirCAD CER/in. Prime A3 C17/5 -A zirconium oxide block for the fabrication of fixed, full-contour restorations in anterior and posterior teeth Article Number: 758439
IVOCLAR VIVADENT AG
OsmoPRO MAX Automated Osmometer- IVD Osmometer for Clinical Use. Uses the method of freezing point depression to measure osmolality of serum, plasma, and urine. Model/Catalog Number: OsmoPRO MAX Software Version: 1.5.0.0
Advanced Instruments, LLC
The Oncology Essentials Package of the Spectral CT imaging system.
Philips North America Llc
ZPLP Distal Lateral Fibular Plate, Left, 6 Holes, 106 MM, Nonsterile- Indicated for temporary internal fixation and stabilization of osteotomies and fractures Item Number: 00-2357-018-06
Zimmer, Inc.
ZPLP (Zimmer Periarticular Locking Plate System) Distal Lateral Fibular Plate, Left, 8 Holes, 132 MM, Sterile- Indicated for temporary internal fixation and stabilization of osteotomies and fractures Item Number: 47-2357-018-08
Zimmer, Inc.
ZPLP (Zimmer Periarticular Locking Plate System) Distal Lateral Fibular Plate, Right, 12 Holes, 184 MM, Sterile- Indicated for temporary internal fixation and stabilization of osteotomies and fractures Item Number: 47-2357-017-12
Zimmer, Inc.
RayStation 15.0.0.430. Radiation Therapy Treatment Planning System.
RAYSEARCH LABORATORIES AB
The Distal Access Catheter is a single-lumen, braided shaft, variable stiffness catheter with radiopaque marker on the distal end and a luer hub on the proximal end. The catheter shaft has a hydrophilic coating to reduce friction during use. Device dimensions and configuration are shown on the product label. A rotating hemostasis valve with side-arm adapter is provided with each catheter. The rotating hemostasis valve is typically y shaped with a female luer lock and a manual hemostasis valve.
Stryker Neurovascular
ZPLP (Zimmer Periarticular Locking Plate System) Distal Lateral Fibular Plate, Right, 4 Holes, 80 MM, Sterile- Indicated for temporary internal fixation and stabilization of osteotomies and fractures Item Number: 47-2357-017-04
Zimmer, Inc.
Battery Mobile X-ray Unit EASY MOVING Model with telescopic column 3.1, model numbers: a. SM-20HF-Batt; b. SM-32HF-Batt; c. SM-40HF-Batt; d. SM-50HF-Batt; e. SM-40-HF-B-D-VIR; f. SM-20HF-B-D-KM (AeroDR X30); g. SM-32-HF-B-D-KM (AeroDR X30); h. SM-40HF-B-D-KM (AeroDR X30); i. SM-50HF-B-D-KM (AeroDR X30); j. MobileDiagnost wDR.
SEDECAL SA
Keller Funnel 2, REF: HA-001, STERILEEO, Rx Only,
Allergan Sales, LLC
ZPLP Distal Lateral Fibular Plate, Left, 4 Holes, 80 MM, Nonsterile- Indicated for temporary internal fixation and stabilization of osteotomies and fractures Item Number: 00-2357-018-04
Zimmer, Inc.
RayStation 7.0.0.19. Radiation Therapy Treatment Planning System.
RAYSEARCH LABORATORIES AB
POWERSEAL 5 mm, 44 cm, Curved Jaw Sealer and Divider, Double Action is indicated for use in general surgery and such surgical specialties as urologic, colorectal, bariatric, vascular, thoracic, and gynecologic. Model/Catalog Number: PS-0544CJDA
Olympus Corporation of the Americas
Medtronic Invos, Reusable Sensor Cable for PM7100, REF: PMAC71RSC
Covidien
IPS e.max ZirCAD CER/in. Prime BL1 C17/3- A zirconium oxide block for the fabrication of fixed, full-contour restorations in anterior and posterior teeth. Article Number: 758434
IVOCLAR VIVADENT AG
RayStation 10.0.0.1154, 10.0.1.52 & 10.0.2.10. Radiation Therapy Treatment Planning System.
RAYSEARCH LABORATORIES AB
ZPLP (Zimmer Periarticular Locking Plate System) Distal Lateral Fibular Plate, Left, 12 Holes, 184 MM, Sterile- Indicated for temporary internal fixation and stabilization of osteotomies and fractures Item Number: 47-2357-018-12
Zimmer, Inc.
ZPLP (Zimmer Periarticular Locking Plate System) Distal Lateral Fibular Plate, Right, 10 Holes, 158 MM, Sterile- Indicated for temporary internal fixation and stabilization of osteotomies and fractures Item Number: 47-2357-017-10
Zimmer, Inc.
ZPLP(Zimmer Periarticular Locking Plate System) Distal Lateral Fibular Plate, Left, 10 Holes, 158 MM, Sterile- Indicated for temporary internal fixation and stabilization of osteotomies and fractures Item Number: 47-2357-018-10
Zimmer, Inc.
Jackson-Pratt 3-Spring Reservoir Kit with PVC Round Drain, 400mL, 15Fr., REF SU130-403D
Cardinal Health 200, LLC
RayStation 10.1.0.613 and 10.1.1.54. Radiation Therapy Treatment Planning System.
RAYSEARCH LABORATORIES AB
ADVANCED RESEARCH MEDICAL Lumbar Interbody Fusion System (OLLIF), Flexible Curette Loop Blade, Part # 01-06-4; treatment of degenerative disc disease
Advanced Research Medical, LLC
IPS e.max ZirCAD CER/in. Prime A2 C17/5 -A zirconium oxide block for the fabrication of fixed, full-contour restorations in anterior and posterior teeth. Article Number: 758438
IVOCLAR VIVADENT AG
ZPLP Distal Lateral Fibular Plate, Left, 10 Holes, 158 MM, Nonsterile-Indicated for temporary internal fixation and stabilization of osteotomies and fractures Item Number: 00-2357-018-10
Zimmer, Inc.
Intellis AdaptiveStim Product Number 97715, Spinal Cord Stimulator
Medtronic Neuromodulation
RayStation 12.0.0.932, 12.1.0.1221, 12.0.3.68, 12.0.4.12 &12.3.0.119. Radiation Therapy Treatment Planning System.
RAYSEARCH LABORATORIES AB
ZPLP Distal Lateral Fibular Plate, Left, 4 Holes, 80 MM, Sterile- Indicated for temporary internal fixation and stabilization of osteotomies and fractures Item Number: 7-2357-018-04
Zimmer, 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.