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Product category · Updated Jul 29, 2026

Medical Devices recalls

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

Total recalls
40,910
Top agency
FDA Devices
Years covered
2000–2026
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Medical Devices ranks #1 of 12 among PlainRecalls categories by recall count (40,910 notices, 39.3% of the archive); 9% of graded records are high-severity.

The FDA, CPSC and NHTSA have published 40,910 medical devices recalls between 2000 and 2026 - roughly 39.3% of the 104,158-record archive. Among 12 product categories, that is #1 of 12. Of the 40,910 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.

  • 40,910 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 40,910 recalls, about 39.3% of the 104,158-record federal archive, with 3,645 graded high-severity, most issued by FDA Devices.

40,910
total recalls
#1 of 12
category rank by events
9%
graded high-severity
FDA Devices
top issuing agency

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 1787

Source: FDA · CPSC · NHTSA As of Jul 29, 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 Jun 8, 2022

MBB Tray Catalog Number: 9882

Busse Hospital Disposables, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 8, 2022

Epidural Tray Catalog 1577

Busse Hospital Disposables, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 8, 2022

SS 3.5MM Diamond Tip Trocar - Large Gloves Catalog Number: B1547

Busse Hospital Disposables, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 8, 2022

Single Shot Epidural Tray Catalog 1165

Busse Hospital Disposables, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 8, 2022

Male SS 4.5MM Pellet Insertion Tray Catalog Number: B9176R1

Busse Hospital Disposables, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 1, 2022

progenamatrix Human Keratin Matrix, sterile, Rx, with the following model numbers: (1) PM2012, 12 x 2 cm; (2) PM3002, 2 x 2 cm; (3) PM3004, 4 x 4 cm;…

ProgenaCare

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 1, 2022

SUR-FIT Natura S4S Durahesive Wafer 70MM (1X10PK) US. Each market unit contains 10 individual wafers.

ConvaTec, Inc

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 1, 2022

Vanta INS Implantable Neurostimulator. Medtronic Model 977006 Vanta with AdaptiveStim Technology Neurostimulator with Surescan MRI technology, part o…

Medtronic Neuromodulation

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 1, 2022

AC-powered adjustable medical beds with built-in electric DC actuators and controls.

Umano Medical, Inc.

FDA Devices Low Jun 1, 2022

KWIK-STIK" plus: Clostridium perfringens

Microbiologics Inc

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 1, 2022

Cardioblate" Gemini"-s Irrigated RF Surgical Ablation System; The device is placed in a plastic tray with a snap on plastic lid, the tray is placed i…

Medtronic Perfusion Systems

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 1, 2022

(1) Gibeck Humid-Vent 2S Flex DC, Product #17731, sterile; (2) Gibeck Humid-Vent 2S Flex DC, Product #17732, non-sterile; (3) Gibeck Humid-Vent Fil…

TELEFLEX MEDICAL INC

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 1, 2022

Percept PC BrainSense Implantable Neurostimulator (INS) Model B35200

Medtronic Neuromodulation

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 1, 2022

Invacare TDX SP2, Model Nos. TDXSP2 TDXSP2-MCG TDXSP2V

Invacare Corporation

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 1, 2022

HydroMARK Breast Biopsy Marker, Model No. 4010-05-08-T4

Devicor Medical Products Inc

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 1, 2022

Surgical Suture Kit

Stradis Healthcare

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 1, 2022

Percept BrainSense Implantable Neurostimulator (INS), Model B35200

Medtronic Neuromodulation

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 1, 2022

AC-powered adjustable medical beds with built-in electric DC actuators and controls.

Umano Medical, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 1, 2022

INTERTAN 1.5 NAIL 13mm X 42cm 130DEG. Left INTERTAN 1.5 NAIL 13mm X 42cm 130DEG. Right

Smith & Nephew Orthopaedics GmbH

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 1, 2022

Outer Packaging Label: Protekt Sharps Safety Knives - REF: PG 44620MU, Sterile R, Multi-Use 2.2mm Double Bevel Slit, Angled 6 units, Individual…

International Science & Technology, LP, DBA Diamatrix Ltd.

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 1, 2022

Ultra Pure Non-Woven Sponges Non-Sterile 4-Ply 5,000 per case 25 sleeves of 200 2 in x 2 in / 5.1 cm x 5.1 cm Model Number: ENC100

Steris Corporation

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 1, 2022

Olympus DISPOSABLE GRASPING FORCEPS, FG-51D

Olympus Corporation of the Americas

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 1, 2022

The VerifyNow P2Y12 Test is designed to measure platelet P2Y12 receptor blockade. Substances known to specifically block the P2Y12 receptor include t…

Accriva Diagnostics, Inc.

FDA Devices Critical Jun 1, 2022

Sara Plus Active Floor Lift

ARJOHUNTLEIGH POLSKA Sp. z.o.o.

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 1, 2022

(1) Teleflex Flex tube, Product #20011, sterile; (2) Teleflex Smooth-Flo Flex with Double Swivel, Product #22511, sterile; (3) Teleflex Smooth-Flo …

TELEFLEX MEDICAL INC

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 1, 2022

ABX Pentra Calcium AS CP, Reagent 90 mL, REF A11A01954

MEDLINE INDUSTRIES, LP - Northfield

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 1, 2022

Ultra Pure Non-Woven Sponges Non-Sterile 4-Ply 2,000 per case 10 sleeves of 200 4 in x 4 in / 10.2 cm x 10.2 cm Model Number: ENC4100

Steris Corporation

FDA Devices Moderate May 25, 2022

MicroScan WalkAway-40 plus Instrument REF B1018-283

Beckman Coulter Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate May 25, 2022

CAIRE FreeStyle Comfort Portable Oxygen Concentrator with autoSAT, UltraSense and autoDOSE, model #AS200-3

Caire, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate May 25, 2022

DxM 1096 MicroScan WalkAway Instrument REF B1018-496

Beckman Coulter Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate May 25, 2022

Verigene Processor SP, Models 10-0000-07/10-0000-07R a component of the Verigene system

Luminex Corporation

FDA Devices Moderate May 25, 2022

Radiometer, REF:956-552, PIC050- Arterial Blood Sampler 1 X 2 mL, 80 IU electrolyte-balanced heparin. Not for injection. , IVD, Rx Only, Sterile EO, …

Radiometer Medical ApS

FDA Devices Moderate May 25, 2022

Total Resources International First Aid Kits, Item Numbers: 01REF2621, 10OUT02086REV3. Kit contents include ULTRAtab Laboratories Electrolyte Table…

Total Resources Intl

FDA Devices Moderate May 25, 2022

Voalte Nurse Call System provides a comprehensive communication and information system that places patient calls, staff calls, and emergency calls.

Baxter Healthcare Corporation

FDA Devices Moderate May 25, 2022

DxM 1040 MicroScan WalkAway Instrument REF B1018-440

Beckman Coulter Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate May 25, 2022

VITROS Immunodiagnostic Products LH Reagent Pack Product Code: 1350198

Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics, Inc

FDA Devices Moderate May 25, 2022

Getinge 9100-Series Washer Disinfector models: 9120E, 9125E, 9127E, 9128E, 9122EW, 9128EW.

Getinge Usa Sales Inc

FDA Devices Moderate May 25, 2022

HeartWare Ventricular Assist Device (HVAD) System Controller, Model Number 1407DE Kit

Heartware, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate May 25, 2022

BioPlex 2200 REF 12000670 ToRC IgM Reagent Pack

Bio-Rad Laboratories, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate May 25, 2022

HeartWare Ventricular Assist Device (HVAD) System, Model Number 1521DE, MONITOR 1521DE EXPLORE TECH

Heartware, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate May 25, 2022

Affinity Hydroactive Impression Material Heavy Body Regular Set 12PK- A vinyl poly siloxane material used to create, via impression, a reproduction o…

Clinician's Choice Dental Products Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate May 25, 2022

HeartWare Ventricular Assist Device (HVAD) System Controller, Model Number 1420

Heartware, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate May 25, 2022

EXALT Model D Single- Use Duodenoscope (Box 2) UPN: M00542421 Intended Use: sterile, single-use, flexible video duodenoscope intended for use w…

Boston Scientific Corporation

FDA Devices Critical May 25, 2022

Atrium Advanta V12 Covered Stent System (OUS only). Product Code/Part Number: 85320 85321 85322 85323 85324 85325 85326 85327 85328 85329 85330 8…

Atrium Medical Corporation

FDA Devices Critical May 25, 2022

iCast Covered Stent System Product Code/Part Number: 85400 85401 85402 85403 85404 85405 85406 85407 85408 85409 85410 85411 85412 8…

Atrium Medical Corporation

FDA Devices Moderate May 25, 2022

VITROS Immunodiagnostic Products FSH Reagent Pack- IVD 1931922

Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics, Inc

FDA Devices Moderate May 25, 2022

EXALT Model D Single- Use Duodenoscope (Box 1) UPN: M00542420 Intended Use: sterile, single-use, flexible video duodenoscope intended for use w…

Boston Scientific Corporation

FDA Devices Low May 25, 2022

CK MB Calibrator, Catalogue Number CK2393

Randox Laboratories Ltd.

FDA Devices Moderate May 25, 2022

HeartWare Ventricular Assist Device (HVAD) System Controller, Model Number 1420-Controller 2.0

Heartware, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate May 25, 2022

HeartWare Ventricular Assist Device (HVAD) System, individual pamphlets: HVAD¿ System Emergency Responder Guide (FI-Finnish) HVAD¿ System Emergenc…

Heartware, Inc.

What to do with this

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Data sources

Category data as of Jul 29, 2026.

Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC 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 Jul 29, 2026.