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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 Drug Critical Aug 18, 2021

MORPHINE-BUPIVACAINE-FENTANYL PF 30MG-15MG-2000MCG/ML INJECTABLE 21 mL syringe, Rx only, Med Shop Total Care 470 East Loop 281 Longview, TX 75605

Med Shop Total Care Inc.

FDA Drug Critical Aug 18, 2021

MORPHINE-BUPIVACAINE-KETAMINE PF INJECTABLE 21 mL syringe in two strengths: a) 5MG-25MG-5MG/ML, b) 1MG-2MG-100MCG/ML, Rx only, Med Shop Total Care 4…

Med Shop Total Care Inc.

FDA Drug Critical Aug 18, 2021

SUFENTANIL-BUPIVACAINE-BACLOFEN PF 25MCG-12.5MG-750MCG/ML INJECTABLE 41 mL syringe, Rx only, Med Shop Total Care 470 East Loop 281 Longview, TX 75605

Med Shop Total Care Inc.

FDA Drug Critical Aug 18, 2021

HYDROMORPHONE HCL-BUPIVACAINE HCL-SUFENTANIL PF 25MG-9MG-110MCG/ML INJECTABLE 21 mL syringe, Rx only, Med Shop Total Care 470 East Loop 281 Longview…

Med Shop Total Care Inc.

FDA Drug Critical Aug 18, 2021

FENTANYL-BUPIVACAINE HCL-BACLOFEN PF INJECTABLE 575MCG-18MG-6000MCG/ML, 21 mL syringe, Rx only, Med Shop Total Care 470 East Loop 281 Longview, TX 7…

Med Shop Total Care Inc.

FDA Devices Critical Aug 18, 2021

HeartWare HVAD Pump Implant Kit, REF 1125

Heartware, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Aug 18, 2021

Prime Fifth Wheel Stretcher-stretcher may be used for minor procedures and short-term stay (treatment and recovery, Model 1105, Part Numbers 11050000…

Stryker Medical Division of Stryker Corporation

FDA Devices Moderate Aug 18, 2021

Grasper/Retriever, Alligator Jaw, Rat Tooth 2.4 mm x 8 mm x 230 cm Catalog Number: 7226 Intended use: single use accessory devices used thro…

Shent USA, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Aug 18, 2021

Proform- support surface is used to assist in the prevention and treatment of all categories/stages of pressure ulcers, Model Number: 2710, Part #¿27…

Stryker Medical Division of Stryker Corporation

FDA Devices Moderate Aug 18, 2021

Alinity s System REF 06P16-01. An automated immunoassay analyzer for In Vitro diagnostic use in blood donor screening, plasma and plasmapheresis sc…

Abbott Laboratories, Inc

FDA Devices Moderate Aug 18, 2021

MYLA software. Used to manage microbiology test workflow from the reception of requests to the transmission of results by transferring, storing, and…

BioMerieux SA

FDA Devices Moderate Aug 18, 2021

Arcos Modular Revision Hip System Standard Cone Prox Body, Size A, 60 MM Item Number: 11-301301

Biomet, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Aug 18, 2021

Arcos Modular Revision Hip System Standard Cone Prox Body, Size A, 50 MM Item Number: 11-301300

Biomet, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Aug 18, 2021

Grasper/Retriever, Alligator Jaw 2.4 mm x 5 mm x 230 cm Catalog Number: 7208 Intended use: single use accessory devices used through the working …

Shent USA, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Aug 18, 2021

Medline Arthroscopy Kit, convenience kit, REF DYNJ904304B, containing expired component NaCl 3000mL Irrigation Bag (exp. date 08/01/2020).

Medline Industries Inc

FDA Devices Moderate Aug 18, 2021

Prime Big Wheel Stretcher-used as a short-term outpatient clinical evaluation, treatment, minor procedure, and short-term outpatient recovery platfor…

Stryker Medical Division of Stryker Corporation

FDA Devices Moderate Aug 18, 2021

TJM6008 Jamshidi" Crown Bone Marrow Biopsy/Aspiration Needle with Marrow Acquisition Cradle. 8G x 15 cm; TJC3513 Jamshidi" Bone Marrow Biopsy/Aspira…

Bard Peripheral Vascular Inc

FDA Devices Moderate Aug 18, 2021

Simpleware ScanIP software. For transfer of imaging information from a medical scanner to an output file, and for simulating/evaluating surgical trea…

Simpleware Product Group, SYNOPSYS NORTHERN EUROPE

FDA Devices Critical Aug 18, 2021

HeartWare HVAD Pump Implant Kit, REF 1153

Heartware, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Aug 18, 2021

S3 MedSurg Bed - intended to support and transport patients within the Med/Surg and Critical Care hospital environments, Model Number: 3005, Part # 3…

Stryker Medical Division of Stryker Corporation

FDA Devices Critical Aug 18, 2021

HeartWare HVAD Outflow Graft, REF MCS1725OG

Heartware, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Aug 18, 2021

Michael Graves with Stryker Highback Chair-intended for pediatric and adult person guest and patient seating use in an indoor medical setting, Model …

Stryker Medical Division of Stryker Corporation

FDA Devices Moderate Aug 18, 2021

Arcos Modular Revision Hip System Standard Cone Prox Body, Size C, 80 MM Item Number: 11-301343

Biomet, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Aug 18, 2021

Simpleware ScanIP medical software. For transfer of imaging information from a medical scanner to an output file, and for simulating/evaluating surg…

Simpleware Product Group, SYNOPSYS NORTHERN EUROPE

FDA Devices Moderate Aug 18, 2021

Arcos Modular Revision Hip System High Offset Cone Prox Body, Size D, 60 MM Item Number: 11-301314

Biomet, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Aug 18, 2021

InTouch 2131-intended to support a human patient in an acute care setting, Model Number: 2131000000, Part #1460000000¿¿¿¿¿¿¿

Stryker Medical Division of Stryker Corporation

FDA Devices Moderate Aug 18, 2021

Arcos Modular Revision Hip System Standard Cone Prox Body, Size A, 70 MM Item Number: 11-301321

Biomet, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Aug 18, 2021

Exactech BIOLOX delta Femoral Head, 36m O.D. + 3.5mm, REF 170-36-03. Hip prosthesis component.

Exactech, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Aug 18, 2021

Exactech BIOLOX delta Femoral Head, 36m O.D., REF 170-36-00. Hip prosthesis component.

Exactech, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Aug 18, 2021

ACCESS SARS-CoV-2 ANTIGEN QC, REF: C68670, CONTENTS: 3 X 6.0 mL QC1, 3 x 6.0 mL QC2, 1 QC VALUE CARD, IVD, Rx Only, UDI: (01)15099590742737;

Beckman Coulter Inc.

FDA Devices Critical Aug 18, 2021

HeartWare HVAD Pump Accessories, REF MCS1753AK

Heartware, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Aug 18, 2021

Edwards PediaSat Oximetry Catheter Set, REF: XT3515SJ, Exterior Diameter 5.5F, Usable Length 15 cm, Number of Lumens: 3, Rx Only, Sterile EO, UDI: (…

Edwards Lifesciences, LLC

FDA Devices Moderate Aug 18, 2021

The device is a 25-gauge infusion line that is part of 25-gauge surgical pack labeled TDC Vitrectomy Pack VGPC 25g, Product Number 8525.201.

Dutch Ophthalmic USA, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Aug 18, 2021

ACCESS SARS-CoV-2 ANTIGEN EXTRACTION SOLUTION, CONTENTS: 6 x 6.0 mL EXTRACTION SOLN, IVD, Rx Only, UDI: (01)15099590743017

Beckman Coulter Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Aug 18, 2021

S3 MedSurg Bed - intended to support and transport patients within the Med/Surg and Critical Care hospital environments, Model Number 3002, Part 3002…

Stryker Medical Division of Stryker Corporation

FDA Devices Moderate Aug 18, 2021

Medline Knee Arthroscopy Kit, convenience kit, REF DYNJ902838C, containing expired component NaCl 3000mL Irrigation Bag (exp. date 08/01/2020).

Medline Industries Inc

FDA Devices Moderate Aug 18, 2021

Arcos Modular Revision Hip System High Offset Cone Prox Body, Size A, 70 MM Item Number: 11-301331

Biomet, Inc.

FDA Devices Critical Aug 18, 2021

Dose IQ Safety Software used with Spectrum IQ Infusion Pump

Baxter Healthcare Corporation

FDA Devices Moderate Aug 18, 2021

Arcos Modular Revision Hip System High Offset Cone Prox Body, Size A, 60 MM Item Number: 11-301311

Biomet, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Aug 18, 2021

Edwards PediaSat Oximetry Catheter Set, REF: XT358SP, Exterior Diameter 5.5F (1.83 mm), Usable Length 9 cm, Number of Lumens: 3, Recommended Guidewir…

Edwards Lifesciences, LLC

FDA Devices Moderate Aug 18, 2021

Edwards PediaSat Oximetry Catheter Kit, REF: XT3515KTP, Exterior Diameter 5.5F (1.83 mm), Usable Length 15 cm, Number of Lumens 3, Recommended Guidew…

Edwards Lifesciences, LLC

FDA Devices Moderate Aug 18, 2021

Transport Stretcher 747 - a non-powered, wheeled device designed to support patients in a horizontal position, Part Number 0747000000

Stryker Medical Division of Stryker Corporation

FDA Devices Moderate Aug 18, 2021

EJM4011 Jamshidi Evolve" Bone Marrow Biopsy/Aspiration Needle with Specimen Cradle. 11G x 10cm

Bard Peripheral Vascular Inc

FDA Devices Moderate Aug 18, 2021

Prelude SNAP Splittable Sheath Introducer, REF: PLSX -1010, size 10F, Standard Length: 13 cm, CE0344, STERILE EO, Rx Only, (01) 00884450489611. For t…

Merit Medical Systems, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Aug 18, 2021

CUB Pediatric Crib- intended to provide a pediatric patient support surface for medical purposes and to provide a method of transporting pediatric pa…

Stryker Medical Division of Stryker Corporation

FDA Devices Moderate Aug 18, 2021

Stretcher Chair-for use in all acute care hospitals and medical outpatient services Model Number: 5050¿¿¿¿ Part # 5050000000

Stryker Medical Division of Stryker Corporation

FDA Devices Moderate Aug 18, 2021

ACCESS SARS-CoV-2 Antigen , REF: C68668, IVD, Rx only, UDI: (01) 15099590742713;

Beckman Coulter Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Aug 18, 2021

ComfortGel - assists in the prevention and treatment of all pressure injury stages, Model Number 2850, Part # 2850000999, 2850000001, 2850000009

Stryker Medical Division of Stryker Corporation

FDA Devices Moderate Aug 18, 2021

Arcos Modular Revision Hip System High Offset Cone Prox Body, Size B, 60 MM Item Number: 11-301312

Biomet, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Aug 18, 2021

Symmetry Plus Treatment Recliner - general hospital use as a convenient seating surface for patients or guests to sit, Model Number 3500, Part # 3500…

Stryker Medical Division of Stryker Corporation

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.