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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 Jan 13, 2021

Thyroid Pack CKHA-LF, Model DYNJ50352B - Product Usage: This is a type of convenience kit used in various surgeries including cardiac, abdominal, and…

Medline Industries Inc

FDA Devices Moderate Jan 13, 2021

Vis-U-All High Temp 4"x11" Self Seal Pouch 200 pouches per box; 4 boxes per case Model Number: 884411

Steris Corporation

FDA Devices Moderate Jan 13, 2021

Vis-U-All High Temp 5"x15" Self Seal Pouch 200 pouches per box; 4 boxes per case Model Number: 884515

Steris Corporation

FDA Devices Moderate Jan 13, 2021

Vis-U-All High Temp 8"x16" Self Seal Pouch 200 pouches per box; 4 boxes per case Model Number: 884816

Steris Corporation

FDA Devices Moderate Jan 13, 2021

AXIOS Stent and Electrocautery - Enhanced Delivery System 10mm x10mm UPN: M00553640 - Product Usage: The stent is intended for implantation up to 60 …

Boston Scientific Corporation

FDA Devices Moderate Jan 13, 2021

Vis-U-All High Temp 7.5"x13" Self Seal Pouch 200 pouches per box; 4 boxes per case Model Number: 884713

Steris Corporation

FDA Devices Moderate Jan 13, 2021

Hot AXIOS Stent and Electrocautery - Enhanced Delivery System 10mm x10mm (OUS) UPN: M00553540 - Product Usage: The stent is intended for implantation…

Boston Scientific Corporation

FDA Devices Moderate Jan 13, 2021

Vis-U-All High Temp 4.5"x11" Heat Seal Pouch 200 pouches per box; 5 boxes per case Model Number: 883411

Steris Corporation

FDA Devices Moderate Jan 13, 2021

Vis-U-All High Temperature Tubing 3"x100'. One roll per box; 10 boxes per case 10 rolls/cs Model Number: 881031

Steris Corporation

FDA Devices Moderate Jan 13, 2021

AXIOS Stent and Electrocautery - Enhanced Delivery System 10mm x15mm UPN: M00553650 - Product Usage: The stent is intended for implantation up to 60 …

Boston Scientific Corporation

FDA Devices Moderate Jan 13, 2021

TomoTherapy Treatment System - Product Usage: used as an integrated system for the planning and precise delivery of radiation therapy, stereotactic r…

Accuray Incorporated

FDA Devices Moderate Jan 13, 2021

Bone fixation nail. TRIGEN INTERTAN - Product Usage: indicated for fractures of the femur including simple shaft fractures, comminuted shaft fracture…

Smith & Nephew, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jan 13, 2021

Simple Neck Dissection, Model DYNJ47481C - Product Usage: This is a type of convenience kit used in various surgeries including cardiac, abdominal, a…

Medline Industries Inc

FDA Devices Moderate Jan 13, 2021

Vis-U-All High Temperature Tubing 4"x100'. One roll per box; 10 boxes per case 10 rolls/cs Model Number: 881041

Steris Corporation

FDA Devices Moderate Jan 6, 2021

Product Code: K05T-02533, Custom Inflation Kit, Custom K05 Sterile EO, Rx Only, (01)00884450255803 For Angiography/angioplasty. The contents of…

Merit Medical Systems, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jan 6, 2021

BD Phoenix PMIC-107: IVD is intended for the in vitro rapid identification (ID) of gram-positive bacteria from pure culture belonging to the genera …

Becton Dickinson & Co.

FDA Devices Moderate Jan 6, 2021

BD Phoenix PMIC/ID-108: IVD is intended for the in vitro rapid identification (ID) of gram-positive bacteria from pure culture belonging to the gene…

Becton Dickinson & Co.

FDA Devices Moderate Jan 6, 2021

Custom procedure packs, containing banded 4x4 Raytec 16ply gauze sponges. 1) Regard, PACEMAKER, Item 800221010, Lot # 82466. 2) Regard, BASIC, It…

ROi CPS LLC

FDA Devices Moderate Jan 6, 2021

BD Phoenix PMIC-108: IVD is intended for the in vitro rapid identification (ID) of gram-positive bacteria from pure culture belonging to the genera …

Becton Dickinson & Co.

FDA Devices Moderate Jan 6, 2021

BD Phoenix" PMIC-109: IVD is intended for the in vitro rapid identification (ID) of gram-positive bacteria from pure culture belonging to the genera…

Becton Dickinson & Co.

FDA Devices Moderate Jan 6, 2021

Custom Procedure Kit, Cardiac Cath Pack, Product Code: K12T-10996 Rev. B, Sterile EO, Rx Only, (01)00884450515105 For Angiography/angioplasty. Th…

Merit Medical Systems, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jan 6, 2021

Covidien TA Auto Suture Vascular Loading Unit with DST Series Technology 30 mm- V3. Intended for abdominal, gynecological, pediatric and thoracic sur…

Covidien Llc

FDA Devices Moderate Jan 6, 2021

Medtronic Ares Antibiotic-Impregnated Catheter, REF: 95001, Sterile, Rx Only. Used in the treatment of hydrocephalus as a component of a shunt syste…

Medtronic Neurosurgery

FDA Devices Moderate Jan 6, 2021

Medtronic Ares Antibiotic-Impregnated Catheter, REF: 91101, Sterile, Rx Only. Used in the treatment of hydrocephalus as a component of a shunt sy…

Medtronic Neurosurgery

FDA Devices Moderate Jan 6, 2021

Product Code: K12T-02871, Revision A, Custom Procedure Kit, Embolization Kit Sterile EO, Rx Only, (01)00884450339121 For Angiography/angioplasty. …

Merit Medical Systems, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jan 6, 2021

REF 0562, Adult Elongated O2/CO2 Mask, 10'X0.50 GSL w/ Swivel Elbow, 2" Pigtail w/Female Luer Connectors, 7' Oxygen Supply Tubing, Rx Only, CE0482, (…

Westmed, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jan 6, 2021

REF 0562K (Adult Elongated O2/CO2 Mask - Product Usage: intended to connect with an oxygen source to deliver oxygen therapy to the patient.

Westmed, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jan 6, 2021

Medtronic Ares Antibiotic-Impregnated Catheter, REF: 93092, Sterile, Rx Only. Used in the treatment of hydrocephalus as a component of a shunt sys…

Medtronic Neurosurgery

FDA Devices Moderate Jan 6, 2021

Smoothbore breathing system with exhalation port 22 mm Device REF #: B0062001 Custom Anasthesia Breathing Systems; Multipac Anasthesia Breathing Syst…

Intersurgical Inc

FDA Devices Moderate Jan 6, 2021

Covidien TA Auto Suture Vascular Stapler with DST Series Technology 30mm-V 3. Intended for abdominal, gynecological, pediatric and thoracic surgical…

Covidien Llc

FDA Devices Moderate Jan 6, 2021

REF 0930 Adult Elongated CO2/O2 Mask, 7' Tubing w/ Threaded Nut, Sivel GSE, 10' GSL X .038" ID X .107" OD, Reflective Luer Connectors, Rx Only, CE048…

Westmed, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jan 6, 2021

cobas pro integrated solutions -cobas c 503, Analyzer, chemistry (photometric discrete), for clinical use

Roche Diagnostics Operations, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jan 6, 2021

BD Phoenix PMIC/ID-105: IVD is intended for the in vitro rapid identification (ID) of gram-positive bacteria from pure culture belonging to the gene…

Becton Dickinson & Co.

FDA Devices Moderate Jan 6, 2021

BD Phoenix PMIC/ID-109: IVD is intended for the in vitro rapid identification (ID) of gram-positive bacteria from pure culture belonging to the gene…

Becton Dickinson & Co.

FDA Devices Moderate Jan 6, 2021

BD Phoenix PMIC/ID-107: IVD is intended for the in vitro rapid identification (ID) of gram-positive bacteria from pure culture belonging to the gene…

Becton Dickinson & Co.

FDA Devices Moderate Jan 6, 2021

Roche cobas pro integrated solutions (cobas pro ISE, cobas c 503, and cobas e 801 analytical units) Chemistry Analyzer (photometric discrete), for cl…

Roche Diagnostics Operations, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jan 6, 2021

BD Phoenix PMIC-110: IVD is intended for the in vitro rapid identification (ID) of gram-positive bacteria from pure culture belonging to the genera …

Becton Dickinson & Co.

FDA Devices Moderate Jan 6, 2021

REF 3102-E, Elongated Oxygen Mask, Adult Oxygen Elongated Mask with 8' Tubing, Rx Only, CE0482, (01)00709078003172 - Product Usage: intended to conne…

Westmed, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jan 6, 2021

CM 50-001-01 Injectate Kit, accessory device to LiDCOunity v2 Monitor - Product Usage: intended to administer lithium dilution indicator (tube admini…

Lidco Ltd

FDA Devices Moderate Jan 6, 2021

REF 0562F, Adult CO2/O2 Mask, 10'X0.50 GSL w/ Swivel Elbow, 2" Pigtail w/Female Luer Connectors, 7' Oxygen Supply Tubing, 0.8 Micron Filter, Rx Onl…

Westmed, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jan 6, 2021

Contour VL Variable Length Ureteral Stent Set, UPN M006180155090, M006180156090, M006180156180, M006180156190

Boston Scientific Corporation

FDA Devices Moderate Jan 6, 2021

Roche cobas 8000 modular analyzer series (i.e., cobas 8000 ISE module; cobas c 502, 701, and 702 modules; and cobas e 602 and 801 modules). Chemistry…

Roche Diagnostics Operations, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jan 6, 2021

PORTEX Bivona Cuffless Neonatal/Pediatric FlexTend Tracheostomy Tube, REF 60PFSS45

Smiths Medical ASD Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jan 6, 2021

Contour VL Variable Length Ureteral Stent, UPN M0061801550, M0061801560, M0061801570

Boston Scientific Corporation

FDA Devices Moderate Jan 6, 2021

Westmed DISPOSABLE RESPIRATORY PRODUCTS NON-REBREATHER MASK, REF 3228-e, RX Only, CE0482, (01)10709078008020 - Product Usage: intended to connect wi…

Westmed, Inc.

CPSC No agency class Dec 31, 2020

Anticimex Recalls SMART Connect Mini Devices Due to Fire and Injury Hazards (Recall Alert)

FDA Devices Moderate Dec 30, 2020

30" (76 cm) Appx 3.3 ml, 20 Drop Admin Set w/Integrated ChemoLock Drip Chamber, Spiros w/Red Cap, Hanger, REF: CL3011; 31" (79 cm) Appx 3.4 ml, 20 Dr…

ICU Medical, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Dec 30, 2020

26 IN(66 cm) APPX 3.4ml, 10 DROP BLOOD SET, 170 MICRON FILTER, Spiros, REF: Z2795

ICU Medical, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Dec 30, 2020

IceSeed" 1.5 Cryoablation Needle

Boston Scientific Corporation

FDA Devices Moderate Dec 30, 2020

ScopeValet Guardian Disposable Endoscope Valves Set Distributed By Ruhof Corporation, 393 Sagamore Avenue, Mineola, NY 11501 Product Code: 345SVVO1

GA HEALTH COMPANY LIMITED

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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.