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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 Nov 6, 2019

DEMO No Needle Corrugated Carton 30 U/D, Part Number 2568-02

Valeritas, Incorporated

FDA Devices Moderate Nov 6, 2019

DEMO No Needle Corrugated Carton 40 U/D, Part Number 2260-01

Valeritas, Incorporated

FDA Devices Moderate Nov 6, 2019

Dario Blood Glucose Monitoring System, Model No. 1015-05, running Android software versions 4.3.0-4.3.2

LABSTYLE INNOVATIONS

FDA Devices Moderate Nov 6, 2019

Synchro2, 0.014in x 300cm STANDARD PRE-SHAPED Guidewire with Hydrophilic Coating, UPN Product No. M00326520, REF 2652, STERILE: EO - Product Usage: p…

Stryker Neurovascular

FDA Devices Moderate Nov 6, 2019

Various products which were contract sterilized.

Anewmed Corporation

FDA Devices Moderate Nov 6, 2019

EndoWrist Suction Irrigator, Single Use Instrument. Part Number: 480299-04. An accessory to the EndoWrist Surgical System, used in endoscopic sur…

Intuitive Surgical, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Nov 6, 2019

Kit, Port Access Product Code: DYNDC1582A

Centurion Medical Products Corporation

FDA Devices Moderate Nov 6, 2019

Programmers & Remote Monitoring Software Apps: CareLink SmartSync Device Manager

Medtronic Inc., Cardiac Rhythm and Heart Failure (CRHF)

FDA Devices Moderate Nov 6, 2019

A&E Medical Thorecon Plating System Kits Model No. 94-1700-10. For fracture fixation or reconstruction of the sternum.

Alto Development Corp

FDA Devices Moderate Nov 6, 2019

Rosie4 Vital Signs Monitor with NIBP valve assembly board, p/n 115-017679-00, containing software version 8.1.5 - Product Usage: The monitor is inten…

Mindray DS USA, Inc. dba Mindray North America

FDA Devices Moderate Nov 6, 2019

Synchro2, 0.014in x 300cm STANDARD Guidewire with Hydrophilic Coating UPN Product No. M00326510, REF 2651, STERILE:EO - Product Usage: product is int…

Stryker Neurovascular

FDA Devices Moderate Nov 6, 2019

Synchro2, 0.014in. x 200cm STANDARD PRE-SHAPED Guidewire with Hydrophilic Coating UPN Product No. M00326420, REF 2642, STERILE: EO - Product Usage: p…

Stryker Neurovascular

FDA Devices Critical Nov 6, 2019

ECHELON FLEX Powered Plus ENDOPATH 60mm Stapler - 340mm shaft, Product Code PSEE60A

Ethicon Endo-Surgery Inc

FDA Devices Moderate Nov 6, 2019

SPROTTE Lumbar with Introducer, labeled as the following: 1. Sprotte 22G x 90mm w/ introducer and wings (25/box); 2. Sprotte 22G x 120mm w/…

Pajunk GmbH

FDA Devices Moderate Nov 6, 2019

DEMO No Needle Corrugated Carton 20 U/D, Part Number 2568-03

Valeritas, Incorporated

FDA Devices Moderate Nov 6, 2019

Convex Two-Piece Ostomy System (Skin Barrier) marketed under the following brands: 1) Combihesive Natura Durahesive 2) SurFit Natura Durahesive 3…

ConvaTec, Inc

FDA Devices Moderate Nov 6, 2019

A&E Medical Thorecon Plating System Kits Model No. 94-1200-08. For fracture fixation or reconstruction of the sternum.

Alto Development Corp

FDA Devices Critical Nov 6, 2019

ECHELON FLEX Powered Plus ENDOPATH 60mm Stapler - 440mm shaft, Product Code PLEE60A

Ethicon Endo-Surgery Inc

FDA Devices Moderate Nov 6, 2019

HYTEC Stop Solution (Allergy), 300ml bottle containing 1N sodium hydroxide solution, Part # 308051, sold separately or as a component contained in th…

Hycor Biomedical LLC

FDA Devices Moderate Nov 6, 2019

SAROS Oxygen System Model 3000

Caire, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Nov 6, 2019

CardioLab/ComboLab Recording Systems

GE Healthcare, LLC

FDA Devices Moderate Nov 6, 2019

DEMO No Needle Corrugated Carton 30 U/D, Part Number 2260-02

Valeritas, Incorporated

FDA Devices Moderate Nov 6, 2019

A&E Medical Thorecon Plating System Kits Model No. 94-1500-04-S. For fracture fixation or reconstruction of the sternum.

Alto Development Corp

FDA Devices Moderate Nov 6, 2019

Synapse System 3.5mm TI Cancellous Polyaxial Screws, Part No. 04.615.026 for use in spinal surgery

Synthes (USA) Products LLC

FDA Devices Critical Nov 6, 2019

CentriMag Acute Circulatory Support System Motor, U.S. Model 102956 and OUS Model 201-10002, a component of the CentriMag Extracorporeal Blood Pumpin…

Thoratec Switzerland GMBH

FDA Devices Moderate Nov 6, 2019

Synchro2, 0.014in x 300cm SOFT Guidewire with Hydrophilic Coating , UPN Product No. M00326310, REF 2631, STERILE:EO - Product Usage: product is inten…

Stryker Neurovascular

FDA Devices Moderate Nov 6, 2019

Port full Access Tray Product Code: DT19330

Centurion Medical Products Corporation

FDA Devices Moderate Nov 6, 2019

Eversense CGM SENSOR (FG-4200-00-301)-Continuous Glucose Monitor

Senseonics, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Nov 6, 2019

Programmers & Remote Monitoring Software Apps: 2090 CareLink Programmer

Medtronic Inc., Cardiac Rhythm and Heart Failure (CRHF)

FDA Devices Moderate Nov 6, 2019

Synchro2, 0.014in x 200cm, SOFT PRE-SHAPED Guidewire with Hydrophilic Coating, UPN Product No. M00326110, REF 2611, STERILE: EO - Product Usage: pro…

Stryker Neurovascular

FDA Devices Moderate Nov 6, 2019

Posey Connected Twice-As-Tough Cuffs

TIDI PRODUCTS

FDA Devices Moderate Nov 6, 2019

The Infinity Acute Care System (IACS) Monitoring Solution with the Standalone Infinity M540 patient monitor. Model nos. MS25510, MS25520, MS26372.

Draegar Medical Systems, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Nov 6, 2019

Accutorr 7 Vital Signs Monitor with NIBP valve assembly board, p/n 115-017679-00, containing software version 8.1.5 - Product Usage: The monitor is …

Mindray DS USA, Inc. dba Mindray North America

FDA Devices Moderate Nov 6, 2019

Cordis MAXI LD PTA Dilatation Catheter, for cardiovascular use.

Cordis Corporation

FDA Devices Moderate Nov 6, 2019

SORIN Heater-Cooler System 3T 120V~/60Hz REF 16-02-85 Description of product: The St¿ckert Heater-Cooler System is an independent (i.e. independ…

LivaNova USA Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Nov 6, 2019

A&E Medical Thorecon Plating System Kits Model No. 94-1300-04-S. For fracture fixation or reconstruction of the sternum.

Alto Development Corp

FDA Devices Moderate Nov 6, 2019

Model No. 01-1501-0032 (Child Nail Attachment Bolt). Component of the Pediatric Nailing Platform. Product Usage: an orthopedic implant system commonl…

OrthoPediatrics Corp

CPSC No agency class Nov 6, 2019

Skacel Collection Recalls FlipStix Knitting Needles Due to Laceration Hazard

Gustav Selter GmbH Co. & KG, of Germany

FDA Devices Moderate Oct 30, 2019

Torrent Suite Dx Software Version 5.8 Catalog Number:A36601 and A36602 OEM Customer software: Torrent Suite Dx T430 Software v5.0 DARUI DR-SEQ 800…

Life Technologies Holdings Pte Ltd

FDA Devices Moderate Oct 30, 2019

Canister HFC-134a /1000g, ALUM Product Number: 1600-00-0218 Revision .0C Coolant canister for use with surgical laser.

Candela Corporation

FDA Devices Moderate Oct 30, 2019

Atellica IM 1300 Analyzer, (SW) version V1.19.0 and V1.19.2 Siemens Material Number (SMN): 11066001

Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Oct 30, 2019

BD Vacutainer¿ Push Button Blood Collection Set with Pre-Attached Holder Catalog number 368356 - Product Usage: This product is designed to provide…

Becton Dickinson & Company

FDA Devices Moderate Oct 30, 2019

The ICS CHARTR EP 200

GN Otometrics

FDA Devices Moderate Oct 30, 2019

Canister HFC-134a /1000g, ALUM, 15 pack Product Number: 1600-00-0219 Revision .0C Coolant canister for use with surgical laser.

Candela Corporation

FDA Devices Moderate Oct 30, 2019

Atellica IM 1600 Analyzer, (SW) version V1.19.0 and V1.19.2 Siemens Material Number (SMN): 11066000

Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Oct 30, 2019

IMRIS MR/X-ray head fixation device, Model HFD200

Deerfield Imaging, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Oct 30, 2019

EXACTAMIX Empty EVA (Ethylene Vinyl Acetate) TPN Bag with the following product code and sizes: 1. H938737, 250mL; 2. H938738, 500mL; 3.…

Baxter Healthcare Corporation

FDA Devices Moderate Oct 30, 2019

Sterile Co-Flex NL 3" - Product Usage: Single Use secondary wound dressing or compression wrap.

Andover Healthcare Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Oct 30, 2019

GRIPPER Needles sold individually. Labeled as the following item descriptions: 1. NDL, GRIPPER, 22G X 1" (25MM), 12/BX; 2. NDL, GRIPPER, 2…

Smiths Medical ASD Inc.

FDA Devices Low Oct 30, 2019

OptiLITE, Products for Laser Surgery, Model # CGH1080F, 800 micron single-use holmium fiber assembly with flat tip, Lot Number 21144, Sterilized by S…

Xintec Corp

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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.