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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 Dec 18, 2019

MRIdian Linac Radiation Therapy System Model 10000 and 20000

Viewray, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Dec 18, 2019

C7000 - CUSA¿ Clarity Ultrasonic Tissue Ablation System

Integra LifeSciences Corp.

FDA Devices Moderate Dec 18, 2019

C7000 - CUSA¿ Clarity Ultrasonic Tissue Ablation System

Integra LifeSciences Corp.

FDA Devices Moderate Dec 18, 2019

EMPOWR Locking Femoral Impactor , Part # 800-05-035, packaged in instrument tray FA EMP PAT TOOL KIT Part # 800-99-096

Encore Medical, Lp

FDA Devices Moderate Dec 18, 2019

C7000 - CUSA¿ Clarity Ultrasonic Tissue Ablation System

Integra LifeSciences Corp.

FDA Devices Critical Dec 18, 2019

CrossCath Support Catheter, RPN CXC3.4-2.2-18-135-P-NS-0, Order Number G51583 For diagnostic and interventional vascular procedures.

Cook Inc.

FDA Devices Critical Dec 18, 2019

CrossCath Support Catheter, RPN CXC3.0-1.9-14-90-P-NS-0, Order Number G51572 For diagnostic and interventional vascular procedures.

Cook Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Dec 18, 2019

Monaco Radiation Treatment Planning System (RTP) System

Elekta Inc

FDA Devices Moderate Dec 18, 2019

C7000 - CUSA¿ Clarity Ultrasonic Tissue Ablation System

Integra LifeSciences Corp.

FDA Devices Moderate Dec 18, 2019

C7000 - CUSA¿ Clarity Ultrasonic Tissue Ablation System

Integra LifeSciences Corp.

FDA Devices Moderate Dec 18, 2019

C7000 - CUSA¿ Clarity Ultrasonic Tissue Ablation System

Integra LifeSciences Corp.

FDA Devices Moderate Dec 18, 2019

Philips Volcano FFR software used in the following systems connected to the McKesson, Schwarzer, and some Philips Xper Hemodynamic Systems (HMS): (1)…

Volcano Corporation

FDA Devices Moderate Dec 18, 2019

C7000 - CUSA¿ Clarity Ultrasonic Tissue Ablation System

Integra LifeSciences Corp.

FDA Devices Moderate Dec 18, 2019

C7000 - CUSA¿ Clarity Ultrasonic Tissue Ablation System

Integra LifeSciences Corp.

FDA Devices Moderate Dec 18, 2019

C7000 - CUSA¿ Clarity Ultrasonic Tissue Ablation System

Integra LifeSciences Corp.

FDA Devices Moderate Dec 18, 2019

Biopsy Needle FPU Kit, Product # 9736075, UDI: 00763000063108

Medtronic Navigation, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Dec 18, 2019

C7000 - CUSA¿ Clarity Ultrasonic Tissue Ablation System

Integra LifeSciences Corp.

FDA Devices Moderate Dec 18, 2019

C7000 - CUSA¿ Clarity Ultrasonic Tissue Ablation System

Integra LifeSciences Corp.

FDA Devices Moderate Dec 18, 2019

Healix Knotless ADV BR 5.5 Suture Anchor

DePuy Mitek, Inc., a Johnson & Johnson Co.

FDA Devices Moderate Dec 18, 2019

Passive Biopsy Needle Kit, UDI: 00643169030121 and 00643169702943

Medtronic Navigation, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Dec 18, 2019

C7000 - CUSA¿ Clarity Ultrasonic Tissue Ablation System

Integra LifeSciences Corp.

FDA Devices Critical Dec 18, 2019

Medfusion Syringe Pump, Model 4000. The Model 4000 pump is a small, lightweight and portable syringe infusion pump. The pump offers a variety of de…

Smiths Medical ASD Inc.

FDA Drug Moderate Dec 11, 2019

fentaNYL 2750 mcg/55 mL (50 mcg/mL) 55 mL Syringe, Preservative Free, Rx, QuVA Pharma 1075 West Park One Drive, Suite 100 Sugar Land, TX 77478 NDC …

QuVa Pharma, Inc.

FDA Drug Moderate Dec 11, 2019

fentaNYL 550 mcg/55 mL (10 mcg/mL) in 0.9% Sodium Chloride 55 mL Syringe Preservative Free, Rx, QuVA Pharma 1075 West Park One Drive, Suite 100 Sugar…

QuVa Pharma, Inc.

FDA Drug Moderate Dec 11, 2019

fentaNYL 1000 mcg/20 mL (50 mcg/mL) 20 mL in 20 mL Syringe Preservative Free, Rx, QuVA Pharma 1075 West Park One Drive, Suite 100 Sugar Land, TX 7747…

QuVa Pharma, Inc.

FDA Drug Moderate Dec 11, 2019

fentaNYL 250 mcg/5 mL (50 mcg/mL), 5 mL Syringe, Preservative Free, Rx, QuVA Pharma 1075 West Park One Drive, Suite 100 Sugar Land, TX 77478 NDC 70…

QuVa Pharma, Inc.

FDA Drug Moderate Dec 11, 2019

fentaNYL 1500 mcg/30 mL (50 mcg/mL) 30 mL in 35 mL Syringe Preservative Free, Rx, QuVA Pharma 1075 West Park One Drive, Suite 100 Sugar Land, TX 7747…

QuVa Pharma, Inc.

FDA Devices Critical Dec 11, 2019

Synchromed II programmable pump, Model numbers 8637-20 and 8637-40

Medtronic Neuromodulation

FDA Devices Moderate Dec 11, 2019

Quantam 2000 Electrosurgical Generator, Part number 909075-05W.

CooperSurgical, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Dec 11, 2019

Quantam 2000 Electrosurgical Generator, Part number 909075.

CooperSurgical, Inc.

FDA Devices Low Dec 11, 2019

TLC-2000 Therapeutic Medical Laser System, used for the temporary relief of knee pain.

Theralase Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Dec 11, 2019

Color Cuff Disposable Tourniquet Cuff, 18 inch X 3 inch, 1BLA (Single Bladder), 2PRT(Dual Port) Quick Connect Connector, Product Number 5921-018-235 …

Stryker Instruments Div. of Stryker Corporation

FDA Devices Critical Dec 11, 2019

Giraffe Incubator Carestation, Giraffe Incubator Carestation CS1 infant warmer

GE Healthcare, LLC

FDA Devices Moderate Dec 11, 2019

Color Cuff Disposable Tourniquet Cuff, 18 inch X 3 inch, 1BLA (Single Bladder), 1PRT(Single Port) Quick Connect Connector, Product Number 5921-018-13…

Stryker Instruments Div. of Stryker Corporation

FDA Devices Moderate Dec 11, 2019

Evolution Loading Car and Transfer Carriage- Accessory to the Sterilizer, Steam

Steris Corporation

FDA Devices Moderate Dec 11, 2019

EasyOne Pro Respiratory Analysis System Pulmonary Function Testing Device, Model 3000-1

NDDd Medical Technologies, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Dec 11, 2019

Proximal Humerus Plate, 8 holes, Right, REF MDS130108R - Product Usage: The Proximal Humerus Plating System consists of plates, screws, and locking c…

Miami Device Solutions, LLC.

FDA Devices Moderate Dec 11, 2019

Biomet Orthopedics Intramedullary Bone Saw Cam Assembly 13MM-Orthopedic manual surgical instrument Item Number: 475660

Zimmer Biomet, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Dec 11, 2019

EasyOne Pro LAB VOS Respiratory Analysis System Pulmonary Function Testing Device, Model 3100-1

NDDd Medical Technologies, Inc.

FDA Devices Low Dec 11, 2019

TLC-2000 Therapeutic Medical Laser System, Power Pack component TLC-2002 Used for the temporary relief of knee pain.

Theralase Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Dec 11, 2019

XEN Gel Stent, REF 5513-001(US Model), Sterile, RX Only, (01)10888628032439 ; Other Model Numbers: 5507-001(Global Model) and 5517-001(Australia mode…

Allergan PLC

FDA Devices Moderate Dec 11, 2019

BRASSELER KM166-310-35 Twist Drill Quick Connect Diameter 3.5 mm, Total Length 112mm, Effective Length, 86mm - Product Usage: Twist drill intended us…

Brasseler USA I Lp

FDA Devices Moderate Dec 11, 2019

HeartStart XL+ Defibrillator/Monitor, Model 861290

Philips North America, LLC

FDA Devices Moderate Dec 11, 2019

Eagle 3000 Sterilizer, small steam sterilizer. Product Usage: The Eagle 3000 Small Sterilizer is designed for sterilization of certain materials used…

Steris Corporation

FDA Devices Moderate Dec 11, 2019

Alcon Air Optix Night & Day Aqua (lotrafilcon A), breathable contact lenses, PWR - 1.50 BC 8.6 DIA 13.8, Rx, Sterile. The firm name on the label is …

Lens.com

FDA Devices Moderate Dec 11, 2019

PANTERA Proximal Humerus Fracture Plate System

Toby Orthopaedics, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Dec 11, 2019

Biomet Orthopedics Intramedullary Bone Saw Cam Assembly 14MM- Orthopedic manual surgical instrument Item Number: 475665

Zimmer Biomet, Inc.

FDA Devices Critical Dec 11, 2019

Giraffe OmniBed infant warmer

GE Healthcare, LLC

FDA Devices Critical Dec 11, 2019

Giraffe Incubator infant warmer

GE Healthcare, LLC

FDA Devices Critical Dec 11, 2019

Giraffe OmniBed Carestation, Model Numbers: 2082844-001-XXXXXX; Giraffe OmniBed Carestation CS1, Model Numbers: 2082844-001-XXXXXXXX. infant warm…

GE Healthcare, LLC

What to do with this

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Nearby categories

Adjacent product categories that share hazard patterns or regulatory oversight.

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.