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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ConvaTec CarboFlex, 15cm x 20cm, 6 in. x 8 in., Order No. 403204, Odor Control Dressing, Sterile. Packaged 1 dressing/immediate package, 5 packages/market unit.
ConvaTec, Inc
Femoral Resurfacing Cup - (xx)MM, Ti-6AI-4V ELI, TiN CERAMIC W/ PLASMA SPRAY, STERILEEO, Reference Numbers: 01-03-0042 01-03-0044 01-03-0045 01-03-0047 01-03-0049 01-03-0051 01-03-0052
Synovo Production
Chromophare Surgical Light System , REF CH00000001
Stryker Communications
Hillrom Welch Allyn Connex ProBP 3400 Digital Blood Pressure Device, marketed under the following models: a) PROBP 3400, SUREBP, BLUETOOTH, MOBILE,EU, Product Code 34BFST-2; b) PROBP 3400, SUREBP, BLUETOOTH, MOBILE,UK, Product Code 34BFST-4; c) PROBP 3400, SUREBP, BLUETOOTH, MOBILE,AU, Product Code 34BFST-6; d) PROBP 3400, BLUETOOTH, MOBILE, EU, Product Code 34BXST-2; e) PROBP 3400, BLUETOOTH, MOBILE, UK, Product Code 34BXST-4; f) PROBP 3400, BLUETOOTH, MOBILE, ZA, Product Code 34BX
Baxter Healthcare Corporation
Altair 330 lbs w/o Hanger Bar, REF: 55200H-NA, 55220H-NA, and Roomer S 220 kg w/o Hanger Bar, REF: 55300H-NA, patient lifts
Human Care Hc Sweden Ab
EndoVive 20Fr Push Standard PEG Kit w/ENFit (Box 2)-Indicated for enteral nutrition directly into the stomach in both pediatric and adult patients who are unable to consume nutrition by conventional means. UPN: M00509051
Boston Scientific Corporation
EndoVive 20Fr Push Safety PEG Kit w/ENFit (Box 2)-Indicated for enteral nutrition directly into the stomach in both pediatric and adult patients who are unable to consume nutrition by conventional means. UPN: M00509011
Boston Scientific Corporation
KWIK-STIK Rhizopus stolonifer (+) derived from ATCC 6227b, a) REF 0209P and b) REF 0209K, Quality control kit for culture media
Microbiologics Inc
Patient Cart, Part: 380601, a component of the da Vinci SP Surgical System, Model: SP1098
Intuitive Surgical, Inc.
EndoVive 20Fr Push Standard PEG Kit (Box 2)-Indicated for enteral nutrition directly into the stomach in both pediatric and adult patients who are unable to consume nutrition by conventional means. UPN: M00568211
Boston Scientific Corporation
EndoVive 20Fr Push Safety PEG Kit (Box 2)-Indicated for enteral nutrition directly into the stomach in both pediatric and adult patients who are unable to consume nutrition by conventional means. UPN: M00566471
Boston Scientific Corporation
ACETABULAR FIXATION CUP, (xx)MM, 5 HOLE, Ti-6AI-4V ELI TiN CERAMIC W/PLASMA SPRAY, STERILEEO, Reference Numbers: 01-01-0554 01-01-0556 01-01-0558 01-01-0560 01-01-0562 01-01-0564 01-01-0566
Synovo Production
Bed Assist Bars, labeled as follows: a) Medline, Model Number BA6800, b) Medline Martha Stewart, Model Number MDS6800BAMMS
MEDLINE INDUSTRIES, LP - Northfield
Power Cords, marketed under the following models: a) CORD,METAL EARTH PIN, 2.5A,250V,2.5M,C7, 714682; b) PLFM CLASS II POWER CORD - AUSTRALIA, 716010; c) PLFM CLASS II POWER CORD - EUROPE, 716012; d) POWER CORD,AUSTRALIA,2.5A,250V,2.5M,C7, 008-0910-00; e) POWER CORD,EUROPEAN,2.5A,250V,2.5M,C7, 008-0912-00; f) LINE CORD (EURO), 4500-402; g) LINE CORD (UK), 4500-404; h) LINE CORD (AUS), 4500-406
Baxter Healthcare Corporation
Hillrom Welch Allyn Spot Vision Screener VS100, marketed under the following models: a) SPOT VISION SCREENER,W/O CASE,PLUG2/EUR, VS100-2; b) SPOT VISION SCREENER,W/O CASE,PLUG4/UK, VS100-4; c) SPOT VISION SCREENER,W/O CASE,PLUG7/SA, VS100-7; d) SPOT VISION SCREENER,W/CASE,PLUG2/EUR, VS100S-2; e) SPOT VISION SCREENER,W/CASE,PLUG4/UK, VS100S-4; f) SPOT VISION SCREENER,W/CASE,PLUG7/SA, VS100S-7; g) SPOT VISION SCREENER W/CASE, BRAZIL, VS100S-Z; h) SPOT VS POWER SUPPLY SET/PLUG2/EUR
Baxter Healthcare Corporation
ACETABULAR BEARING (xx)MM I.D X (xx) O.D. UHMWPE 1020, STERILEEO, Reference Numbers: 01-02-4254 01-02-4456 01-02-4558 01-02-4760 01-02-4962 01-02-5164 01-02-5266
Synovo Production
PHILIPS Incisive Computed tomography X-ray system Incisive CT Software Upgrade from V4.5.1.41921 to V4.5.1.41989-Intended to produce cross-sectional images of the body Model Number: 728143
Philips North America
Bed Assist Bars, labeled as follows: a) Medline SwivAssist Bar, Model Number MDS6800SWIV (case of 3), b) Medline SwivAssist Bar, Model Number MDS6800SWIVRH (individual)
MEDLINE INDUSTRIES, LP - Northfield
RayStation Software Version Numbers version numbers 8B, 9A, 9B, 10A, 10B, 11A, 11B, 12A, 12B, 2023B, 2024A including some service packs.
RAYSEARCH LABORATORIES AB
Hemostasis Probe, Model: CD-B622LA
Olympus Corporation of the Americas
Exactech Equinoxe GLENOID,POSTERIOR AUGMENT, PEGGED, 12o, RIGHT, FOR CEMENTED USE ONLY, Mates with: a) 38, 41, 44, 47 head, Small, Item Number 314-04-32, b) 41, 44, 47, 50 head, Medium, Item Number 314-04-33, c) 44, 47, 50, 53 head, Large, Item Number 314-04-34, d) 44, 47, 50, 53 head, Extra Large, Item Number 314-04-35; Shoulder Arthroplasty
Exactech, Inc.
Centurion manual surgical kits labeled as: a) STERILE 4-1/2" S/S SCISSOR (SS5031), Product Code 65145; b) STERILE S/B SCISSOR 4-1/2" (I142), Product Code 65940; c) STERILE S/B SCISSOR 5-1/2" (I140), Product Code 65945; d) STERILE CURV IRIS SCISSOR (IC164), Product Code 66150; e) STERILE STRT IRIS SCISSOR (IS163), Product Code 66155; f) STERILE LITTAUER SCISSOR (LI027), Product Code 66215; g) STERILE 5-1/2" S/S SCISSOR (SS507), Product Code 66260; h) STERILE STRT MAYO SCISSOR (ST1
MEDLINE INDUSTRIES, LP - Northfield
Covidien Auto Suture" Blunt Tip Trocar, Product Number OMS-T10BT
Covidien, LP
Centurion DISP.UMBILICAL CORD CLAMP CUTTER(CTR300), Product Code 67335
MEDLINE INDUSTRIES, LP - Northfield
Torrent Suite Dx Software versions 5.14 and earlier used in connection with Ion PGM DX Systems-IVD intended for targeted sequencing of human genomic DNA (gDNA) from peripheral whole-blood samples and DNA and RNA extracted from formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded (FFPE) samples. The Ion PGM Dx Instrument System is not intended for whole genome or de novo sequencing Product Name Installer /SKU /Updater SKU: (1) Torrent Suite Dx Software 5.14 -A52422/ A52417 (2) Torrent Suite Dx Software 5.12.5-
Life Technologies Corporation
Karl Storz SE & CO. KG, REF 115400S, Optical Scissor, CE
Karl Storz Endoscopy
ARCHITECT Anti-HCV Reagent Kit, List Numbers: a) 1L79-25, b) 1L79-35
Abbott GmbH
Centurion STERILE COTTON DENTAL ROLLS 6/PK, Product Code 9125ST6
MEDLINE INDUSTRIES, LP - Northfield
Mojo 2 Full Face AAV Non Vented Mask, All Sizes
SleepNet Corporation
Centurion Hemostat kits labeled as: a) STERILE CURV KELLY HEMOSTAT, Product Code 65340; b) STERILE CURV MOSQUITO HEMOSTAT (MHS103), Product Code 66145; c) STERILE STRT KELLY HEMOSTAT (SK8039), Product Code 66170; d) STERILE CURV KELLY HEMOSTAT (CK8040), Product Code 66175; e) STERILE CURV SATIN HEMOSTAT (MHS103S), Product Code 66445; f) STERILE STRT SATIN HEMOSTAT (MHS102S), Product Code 66485; g) STERILE STRT KELLY HEMOSTAT (SK8039S), Product Code 66695; h) STERILE STRAIGHT KELL
MEDLINE INDUSTRIES, LP - Northfield
Exactech Equinoxe GLENOID, POSTERIOR AUGMENT,PEGGED, CEMENTED, 8o, RIGHT, Mates with: a) 38, 41, 44, 47 head, Small, Item Number 314-02-32, b) 41, 44, 47, 50 head, Medium, Item Number 314-02-33, c) 44, 47, 50, 53 head, Large, Item Number 314-02-34, d) 44, 47, 50, 53 head, Extra Large, Item Number 314-02-35; Shoulder Arthroplasty
Exactech, Inc.
MEDLINE SWABSTICKS PVP 3 PK, Product Code DYNDA2724
MEDLINE INDUSTRIES, LP - Northfield
Signia" Small Diameter Curved Tip Intelligent Reload, Model SIGSDS30CTVT
Covidien, LP
Exactech Equinoxe Constrained Humeral Liner: Item Numbers: a) 320-40-10, b) 320-40-13, Shoulder Arthroplasty
Exactech, Inc.
HALYARD SURGICAL HOOD, Universal Size, Blue, 300 count (3 x 100)
O&M HALYARD, INC.
Exactech Equinoxe REVERSE SHOULDER,46mmConstrained Humeral Liner, a) +0mm, Item number 320-46-10, b) +2.5mm, Item Number 320-46-13; Shoulder Arthroplasty
Exactech, Inc.
Exactech Equinoxe Humeral Liner: Item Numbers: a) 320-40-00, b) 320-40-03; Shoulder Arthroplasty
Exactech, Inc.
Exactech Equinoxe CAGE GLENOID, CEMENTED, beta curvature, Mates with: a) 47, 50, 53 head, Medium, Item Number 314-13-13, b) 47, 50, 53 head, Large, Item Number 314-13-14, c) 47, 50, 53 head, Extra Large, Item Number 314-13-15; Shoulder Arthroplasty
Exactech, Inc.
iQ 2 Nasal Vented Mask
SleepNet Corporation
Mojo 2 Full Face Non Vented Mask, All Sizes
SleepNet Corporation
MEDLINE M1S0179 STRL TAPE/PEN PACK, Product Code P519582A
MEDLINE INDUSTRIES, LP - Northfield
Exactech Equinoxe CAGE GLENOID,POSTERIOR AUGMENT, CEMENTED, Right, Mates with: a) 38, 41, 44, 47 head, Small, Item Number 314-13-32, b) 41, 44, 47, 50, head, Medium, Item Number 314-13-33, c) 44, 47, 50, 53 head, Large, Item Number 314-13-34, d) 44, 47, 50, 53 head, Extra Large, Item Number 314-13-35; Shoulder Arthroplasty
Exactech, Inc.
Exactech Equinoxe GLENOID,KEELED, CEMENTED,47, 50, 53 head, beta curvature, Sizes: a) Small, Item Number 314-02-12, b) Medium, Item Number 314-02-13, c) Large, Item Number 314-02-14, d) Extra Large, Item Number 314-02-15, Shoulder Arthroplasty
Exactech, Inc.
Hill-Rom PRO+ 36" MRS Surface, REF P7924A03, The pro+ mattress is intended for patient support and for the prevention and/or treatment of pressure injuries.
Baxter Healthcare Corporation
Centurion STERILE #16 RUBBER BAND, Product Code EB16
MEDLINE INDUSTRIES, LP - Northfield
Covidien Signia" Small Diameter Curved Tip Intelligent Reload, Model SIGSDS30CTVT
Covidien, LP
ARCHITECT STAT Myoglobin Reagent Kit, LN 2K43-25 and 2K43-20.
Abbott Laboratories
Karl Storz SE & CO. KG, REF 723014, Uvula Retractor, For Veterinary Use Only, Rx Only
Karl Storz Endoscopy
Centurion retractor kits labeled as: a) STERILE 6-1/2" SENN RETRACTOR (ST7185), Product Code 66795; b) STERILE RAGNELL RETRACTOR (RR602), Product Code 67525; c) ST. SENN RETRACTOR 3 PRG BLUNT (ST7085), Product Code 37535
MEDLINE INDUSTRIES, LP - Northfield
Covidien Auto Suture" Blunt Tip Trocar, Product Number OMS-T12BT
Covidien, LP
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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.