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Product category · Updated Aug 19, 2026

Medical Devices recalls

Medical device recalls including implants, diagnostic equipment, and surgical tools

Total recalls
41,070
Top agency
FDA Devices
Years covered
2000–2026
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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 · 2026-09-28

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.

Each point is a product category plotted by total recalls (x) and Class I share of agency-classified notices (y). Crosshairs mark the within-sample medians (4,017 recalls · 15.7% Class I). Rate uses only rows with an agency Class I/II/III label, CPSC/NHTSA blanks stay out of the denominator. Medical Devices is the clearest volume-without-Class-I-density example in this release. Source: FDA, CPSC, USDA FSIS & NHTSA public recall data as of 2026-09-28. 2×2 strategic matrix plotting 7 entities by Total recalls (count) (X) and Class I share of classified (%) (Y), with a crosshair dividing the plot into four quadrants. Large · Class I–heavySmaller · Class I–heavyLarge · fewer Class ISmaller · fewer Class I 010,00020,00030,00040,00050,000 0%20%40%60%80% Total recalls (count) Class I share of classified (%) Category volume vs Class I rate Signature insight Medical DevicesFoodDrugs & MedicationsChildren & Baby ProductsDietary SupplementsMeat & PoultryCosmetics & Personal Care
Each point is a product category plotted by total recalls (x) and Class I share of agency-classified notices (y). Crosshairs mark the within-sample medians (4,017 recalls · 15.7% Class I). Rate uses only rows with an agency Class I/II/III label, CPSC/NHTSA blanks stay out of the denominator. Medical Devices is the clearest volume-without-Class-I-density example in this release. Source: FDA, CPSC, USDA FSIS & NHTSA public recall data as of 2026-09-28.
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Percentiles are within this release's classified-enough category sample. Class I % uses only agency-classified notices.

CategoryRecallsVol %ileClassifiedClass IClass I %Rate %ile
Medical Devices41,07010040,7633,6539%14
Food25,5138625,22211,67646.3%86
Drugs & Medications14,4737114,4171,50810.5%29
Children & Baby Products4,017572,48335214.2%43
Dietary Supplements2,018431,99346623.4%71
Meat & Poultry1,672291,6721,14568.5%100
Cosmetics & Personal Care1,388141,28920315.7%57

Medical Devices recalls by year

2000–2026

0 1000 2000 3000 4000 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2576 3437 2649 3803 3003 3209 2356 2247 2606 3417 2982 1947

Source: FDA · CPSC · USDA FSIS · NHTSA As of Aug 19, 2026

Severity distribution

Graded records only

recalls
Source FDA / CPSC severity classification

Recalls by issuing agency

recalls
Source PlainRecalls index of federal feeds

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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FDA Devices Moderate Mar 13, 2024

VITROS XT 3400 Chemistry System, Catalog No. 6844458

Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Mar 13, 2024

VITROS 3600 Immunodiagnostic System (New and Refurbished)

Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics, Inc.

FDA Devices Critical Mar 13, 2024

MIC* Gastric-Jejunal Feeding Tube, Endoscopic/Radiologic Placement, GJ-Tube: a) MIC* Gastric-Jejunal Feeding Tube Kit - Endoscopic/Radiologic Placement - 16 Fr, Product Code 0250-16; b) MIC* Gastric-Jejunal Feeding Tube Kit - Endoscopic/Radiologic Placement - 16 Fr, Product Code 0250-16-15; c) MIC* Gastric-Jejunal Feeding Tube Kit - Endoscopic/Radiologic Placement - 16 Fr, Product Code 0250-16-22; d) MIC* Gastric-Jejunal Feeding Tube Kit - Endoscopic/Radiologic Placement - 16 Fr, Product

Avanos Medical, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Mar 13, 2024

X3 TRIATHLON CS INSERT NO 3 10 MM

Howmedica Osteonics Corp.

FDA Devices Moderate Mar 13, 2024

VA-LCP Clavicle Plate 2.7, shaft, CS1, right-Intended for fixation of clavicle bone fragments. Part Number: 02.112.621S

Synthes (USA) Products LLC

FDA Devices Moderate Mar 13, 2024

2.5MM DRILL BIT/QC/GOLD/110MM STERILE-surgical, orthopedic, pneumatic powered & accessory/attachment Product Code: 310.25S

Synthes (USA) Products LLC

FDA Devices Moderate Mar 13, 2024

VITROS XT 7600 Integrated System, Catalog No. 6844461

Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Mar 13, 2024

Phantom TTC Nail, TTC Nail, 11.5 X 250mm, RIGHT, REF: P31-615-250R

Paragon 28, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Mar 13, 2024

VITROS 3600 Immunodiagnostic System Catalog Nos. 6802783 (regular) and 6802914 (refurbished)

Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Mar 13, 2024

Vantage Titan, Model: MRT-1504

Canon Medical System, USA, INC.

FDA Devices Moderate Mar 13, 2024

Synapse PACS - Version 7.3.000

FUJIFILM Healthcare Americas Corporation

FDA Devices Moderate Mar 13, 2024

Phantom TTC Nail, TTC Nail, 10.0 X 150mm, RIGHT , REF: P31-600-175L

Paragon 28, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Mar 13, 2024

VITROS 4600 Chemistry System Catalog Nos. 6802445 (regular) and 6900440 (refurbished)

Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Mar 13, 2024

The Apollo Onyx Delivery Microcatheter (AOMC) is a DMSO-compatible, single-lumen, end hole catheter designed for the infusion of the Onyx liquid embolic system (LES). The catheter has a semi-rigid proximal shaft and a highly flexible distal shaft to facilitate the advancement of the catheter in the anatomy. The proximal end of the catheter incorporates a standard Luer adapter to facilitate the attachment of accessories. The outer diameter surface of the catheter is hydrophilically coated to incr

Micro Therapeutics, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Mar 13, 2024

NO 3 TRIATHLON TS PLUS TIB INS X3 POLY 11 MM

Howmedica Osteonics Corp.

FDA Devices Moderate Mar 13, 2024

DISP.TROCAR W. DILATING PIN 10/110MM, Product Code EK224SU. For use in laparoscopic procedures.

Aesculap Inc

FDA Devices Moderate Mar 13, 2024

RIA Tube Assembly, minimum 520 mm length, sterile- intended for use in adults and adolescents (12-21 years) to clear the medullary canal of bone marrow and debris and to effectively size the medullary canal for the acceptance of an intramedullary implant or prosthesis, to harvest finely morselized autogenous bone and bone marrow for any surgical procedure requiring bone graft to facilitate fusion and/or fill bone defects, and to remove infected and necrotic bone and tissue from the medullary ca

Synthes (USA) Products LLC

FDA Devices Moderate Mar 13, 2024

Synapse PACS - Version 7.2.200

FUJIFILM Healthcare Americas Corporation

FDA Devices Moderate Mar 13, 2024

VITROS 5600 Integrated System Catalog Nos. 6802413 (regular) and 6802915 (refurbished)

Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Mar 13, 2024

X3 TRIATHLON CS INSERT NO 7 9 MM

Howmedica Osteonics Corp.

FDA Devices Moderate Mar 13, 2024

VITROS 4600 Chemistry System Catalog Nos. 6802445 (regular) and 6900440 (refurbished)

Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Mar 13, 2024

X3 TRIATHLON CS INSERT NO 6 11 MM

Howmedica Osteonics Corp.

FDA Devices Moderate Mar 13, 2024

DISP.HASSON TROCAR 12/110MM, Product Code EK240SU. For use in laparoscopic procedures.

Aesculap Inc

FDA Devices Moderate Mar 13, 2024

NO 4 TRIATHLON TS PLUS TIB INS X3 POLY 16 MM

Howmedica Osteonics Corp.

FDA Devices Moderate Mar 13, 2024

The Apollo Onyx Delivery Microcatheter (AOMC) is a DMSO-compatible, single-lumen, end hole catheter designed for the infusion of the Onyx liquid embolic system (LES). The catheter has a semi-rigid proximal shaft and a highly flexible distal shaft to facilitate the advancement of the catheter in the anatomy. The proximal end of the catheter incorporates a standard Luer adapter to facilitate the attachment of accessories. The outer diameter surface of the catheter is hydrophilically coated to incr

Micro Therapeutics, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Mar 13, 2024

Phantom TTC Nail, 10.0 X 200mm, Right

Paragon 28, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Mar 13, 2024

Embrace Drill Tower, Standard/Lateral (25mm)

Waldemar Link GmbH & Co. KG (Mfg Site)

FDA Devices Moderate Mar 13, 2024

TFNA Femoral Nail 11mm, right, 130¿, L 235mm-Intended for temporary fixation and stabilization of proximal femur fractures. Part Number: 04.037.144S

Synthes (USA) Products LLC

FDA Devices Moderate Mar 13, 2024

VITROS 3600 Immunodiagnostic System Catalog Nos. 6802783 (regular) and 6802914 (refurbished)

Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Mar 13, 2024

MRI system: Vantage Orian, Vantage Fortian, Model: MRT-1550

Canon Medical System, USA, INC.

FDA Devices Moderate Mar 13, 2024

NO 4 TRIATHLON TS PLUS TIB INS X3 POLY 16 MM

Howmedica Osteonics Corp.

FDA Devices Moderate Mar 13, 2024

VITROS XT 3400 Chemistry System, Catalog No. 6844458

Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Mar 6, 2024

LINK BiMobile Dual Mobility System E-Poly Liner for 28mm Head, 70mm Shell- Indicated for patients with mobility-limiting diseases, fractures or defects of the hip joint or proximal femur. Item Number: 184-280/12

Waldemar Link GmbH & Co. KG (Mfg Site)

FDA Devices Critical Mar 6, 2024

MEDLINE TRAY TRACH BASIC SOLUTION, REF DYND40511

MEDLINE INDUSTRIES, LP - Northfield

FDA Devices Critical Mar 6, 2024

Medline Kits, trays, and packs labeled as follows: C-SECTION, REF DYNJ904653G

MEDLINE INDUSTRIES, LP - Northfield

FDA Devices Critical Mar 6, 2024

Medline Kits, trays, and packs labeled as follows: a) ER LACERATION TRAY - SNAG FREE, REF SUT12825; b) LACERATION TRAY, REF SUT21580; c) LACERATION TRAY, REF DYNDL1484B;

MEDLINE INDUSTRIES, LP - Northfield

FDA Devices Moderate Mar 6, 2024

Ref No: INS5HND / Integra Cranial access kit (without Prep solutions) Bit and Guard. For access to the subarachnoid space or the lateral ventricles of the brain.

Integra LifeSciences Corp.

FDA Devices Critical Mar 6, 2024

Centurion Kits, trays, and packs labeled as follows: a) IV SECUREMENT KIT, REF IVS1860B; b) NEONATAL PICC LINE INSERTION TRAY, REF CVI2025; c) NEONATAL PICC LINE INSERTION TRAY, REF CVI4570; d) SECONDARY IV START KIT, REF IV8695A

MEDLINE INDUSTRIES, LP - Northfield

FDA Devices Critical Mar 6, 2024

Medline Kits, trays, and packs labeled as follows: a) GYN LAPAROSCOPY, REF CDS984900M; b) GYN LAPAROSCOPY CDS, REF CDS983913S; c) GYN LAPAROSCOPY CDS, REF CDS983913T; d) GYN LAPAROSCOPY CDS, REF CDS983913U; e) GYN LAPAROSCOPY CDS, REF CDS983913V

MEDLINE INDUSTRIES, LP - Northfield

FDA Devices Moderate Mar 6, 2024

Colonoscope, Model Number PCF-H190DL.

Olympus Corporation of the Americas

FDA Devices Moderate Mar 6, 2024

Colonoscope, Model Number CF-Q180AL.

Olympus Corporation of the Americas

FDA Devices Critical Mar 6, 2024

MEDLINE Kits, trays, and packs labeled as follows: a) ASC GENERAL MINOR CDS, REF CDS983673G; b) ASC GENERAL MINOR CDS, REF CDS983673I; c) C NURSE BAG KIT, REF DYKM1425; d) DAILY DRIVELINE MGMT KIT w/PER, REF DT18700; e) GASTRIC CULTURE PACK, REF DYNJ53966A; f) GASTRIC CULTURE PACK, REF DYNJ53966AH; g) HERNIA, REF CDS982034R; h) HERNIA, REF CDS982034S; i) HERNIA PACK, REF DYNJ39331B; j) LAP APPY PACK, REF DYNJ37709J; k) LAP CHOLE CDS, REF CDS983912V; l) LAP CHOLE CDS, REF

MEDLINE INDUSTRIES, LP - Northfield

FDA Devices Critical Mar 6, 2024

Medline Kits, trays, and packs labeled as follows: a) L&B CDS-LF, REF CDS980273D; b) LABOR AND DELIVERY, REF DYNJ907794; c) LACERATION TRAY, REF DYNDL1864A; d) OBSTETRICAL, REF DYNJ908877; e) UMC EP VAGINAL DELIVERY, REF DYNJ83093;

MEDLINE INDUSTRIES, LP - Northfield

FDA Devices Critical Mar 6, 2024

Medline Kits, trays, and packs labeled as follows: a) C L PREP, REF DYNJ69664; b) DMEK PREP PACK, REF DYNJ81659A; c) PRE OP KIT 1, REF DYKS1377; d) PRE OP KIT 1, REF DYKS1377A

MEDLINE INDUSTRIES, LP - Northfield

FDA Devices Critical Mar 6, 2024

AirLife Adult Manual Resuscitator, 40" (1.0m) Oxygen Reservoir Tubing, Adult Mask, Expiratory Filter, REF 2K8005F

Vyaire Medical

FDA Devices Moderate Mar 6, 2024

Colonoscope, Model Number CF-H180AL.

Olympus Corporation of the Americas

FDA Devices Moderate Mar 6, 2024

IdentiTi ALIF Standalone Interbody System: Part Number/Description 132-10-85-250 / IdentiTi ALIF SA Graft Bolt, 08.5 x 25 mm 132-10-85-300 / IdentiTi ALIF SA Graft Bolt, 08.5 x 30 mm 132-10-85-350 / IdentiTi ALIF SA Graft Bolt, 08.5 x 35 mm 132-10-90-250 / IdentiTi ALIF SA Graft Bolt, 09 x 25 mm 132-10-90-300 / IdentiTi ALIF SA Graft Bolt, 09 x 30 mm 132-10-90-350 / IdentiTi ALIF SA Graft Bolt, 09 x 35 mm 232-10-85-250 / IdentiTi ALIF SA Graft Bolt, 08.5 x 25 mm 232-10-85-300 / IdentiTi

Alphatec Spine, Inc.

FDA Devices Critical Mar 6, 2024

Medline Kits, trays, and packs labeled as follows: a) PORT REMOVAL PACK, REF DYNDA2936; b) PORT REMOVAL PACK, REF DYNDA2936H

MEDLINE INDUSTRIES, LP - Northfield

FDA Devices Critical Mar 6, 2024

AirLife Adult Manual Resuscitator, Variable Volume Oxygen Reservoir Tubing, Adult Mask, REF 2K8017

Vyaire Medical

FDA Devices Critical Mar 6, 2024

MEDLINE Kits, trays, and packs labeled as follows: CATHETERIZATION KIT, REF DYNDA2939

MEDLINE INDUSTRIES, LP - Northfield

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Data sources

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.