Product category · Updated Aug 19, 2026
Medical Devices recalls
Medical device recalls including implants, diagnostic equipment, and surgical tools
Medical Devices ranks #1 of 12 among PlainRecalls categories by recall count (41,070 notices, 39.3% of the archive); 9% of graded records are high-severity.
The FDA, CPSC, USDA FSIS and NHTSA have published 41,070 medical devices recalls between 2000 and 2026 - roughly 39.3% of the 104,423-record archive. Among 12 product categories, that is #1 of 12. Of the 41,070 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.
- 41,070 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 41,070 recalls, about 39.3% of the 104,423-record federal archive, with 3,653 graded high-severity, most issued by FDA Devices.
- 41,070
- total recalls
- #1 of 12
- category rank by events
- 9%
- graded high-severity
- FDA Devices
- top issuing agency
Where Medical Devices sits among all 12 categories
Distinct recall-event inventory across every PlainRecalls product category. Medical Devices is marked; archive size reflects reporting volume, not inherent product danger.
Medical Devices vs all categories by recall count
Where this category's archive sits among every tracked product class
41,070 1st of 12 the highest of 12 categories
Categories, banded by distinct recall-event inventory
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Source FDA · CPSC · USDA FSIS · NHTSA federal recall filings · 2026-09-22
Do more recalls mean more Class I danger?
Medical Devices sits at the 100th percentile of category volume (41,070 recalls) and the 14th percentile of Class I rate (9% of agency-classified notices) among 7 categories with enough classified rows to measure, those two ranks are not interchangeable.
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Percentiles are within this release's classified-enough category sample. Class I % uses only agency-classified notices.
| Category | Recalls | Vol %ile | Classified | Class I | Class I % | Rate %ile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medical Devices | 41,070 | 100 | 40,763 | 3,653 | 9% | 14 |
| Food | 25,513 | 86 | 25,222 | 11,676 | 46.3% | 86 |
| Drugs & Medications | 14,473 | 71 | 14,417 | 1,508 | 10.5% | 29 |
| Children & Baby Products | 4,017 | 57 | 2,483 | 352 | 14.2% | 43 |
| Dietary Supplements | 2,018 | 43 | 1,993 | 466 | 23.4% | 71 |
| Meat & Poultry | 1,672 | 29 | 1,672 | 1,145 | 68.5% | 100 |
| Cosmetics & Personal Care | 1,388 | 14 | 1,289 | 203 | 15.7% | 57 |
Medical Devices recalls by year
2000–2026
Severity distribution
Graded records only
- High severity 3,653
High severity
3,653 recalls
- Moderate
Moderate
36,361 recalls
- Lower severity 1,056
Lower severity
1,056 recalls
Recalls by issuing agency
- FDA Devices
FDA Devices
39,794 recalls
- FDA Drug 934
FDA Drug
934 recalls
- CPSC 307
CPSC
307 recalls
- FDA Food 35
FDA Food
35 recalls
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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Cardiac Workstation 5000; Model Number: 860439;
Philips North America
BioPro Femoral Head (Metal 22, 28, 32, 36, 40) cobalt chromium and ceramic heads Part ID/Description: 18593 HEAD FEMORAL 22MM -3 18594 HEAD FEMORAL 22MM +0 19003 HEAD FEMORAL 28MM-6 19004 HEAD FEMORAL 28MM-3 19005 HEAD FEMORAL 28MM+0 19006 HEAD FEMORAL 28MM+3 19007 HEAD FEMORAL 28MM+6 19008 HEAD FEMORAL 28MM+9 19053 HEAD FEMORAL 36MM -3 19054 HEAD FEMORAL 36MM +0 19055 HEAD FEMORAL 36MM +3 19056 HEAD FEMORAL 36MM +6 19057 HEAD FEMORAL 36MM +9 19130 HEAD FEMORAL 32MM-6 19131 HEA
BioPro, Inc.
CLEARLINK SYSTEM CONTINU-FLO Solution Set, Non-Vented, three CLEARLINK Luer Activated Valves, Backcheck Valve, Retractable Collar, 10 drops/mL, 120-inch (3.0 meters), Product Code 2C8537
Baxter Healthcare Corporation
EVIS EXERA II BRONCHOVIDEOSCOPE OLYMPUS BF TYPE Q180-AC
Olympus Corporation of the Americas
TactiFlex Sensor Enabled Ablation Catheter, 8F, 115 cm, D, (UniD Curve D), REF A-TFSE-D; cardiac catheter
Abbott
Model Number L209 PROPONENT DR (VDD) SL Pacemaker
Boston Scientific Corporation
BRONCHOVIDEOSCOPE OLYMPUS BF-1TQ170
Olympus Corporation of the Americas
Medical convenience kits Item number/ Product description AHLD15X LABOR DELIVERY PACK - 213387 AKDV96B VAGINAL DELIVERY AKDV96B VAGINAL DELIVERY EVBH28D BIRTHING ROOM PACK UPVD01K VAGINAL DELIVERY PACK
American Contract Systems Inc.
Model Number U226, VISIONIST CRT-P EL
Boston Scientific Corporation
BRONCHOFIBERSCOPE OLYMPUS BF TYPE PE2
Olympus Corporation of the Americas
Phasitron 5, IPV In-Line Valve, (Intrapulmonary Percussive Ventilation) REF: P5-TEE-20 (pack of 20)/ P5-TEE (individual) with In-Line Valve Sentec Instructions for Use
Percussionaire Corporation
EVIS EXERA III BRONCHOVIDEOSCOPE OLYMPUS BF-H190
Olympus Corporation of the Americas
Product: STA Liatest D-Di; REF: 00515;
Diagnostica Stago, Inc.
TENACIO Pump with InhibiZone; UPN: 72404429;
Boston Scientific Corporation
Brand Name: Branding is not applied to this product. Product Name: DVI display cables Model/Catalog Number: 012-0893-01 Software Version: N/A Product Description: 16 inch DVI-I to DVI-I male/male display cable. Component: Yes, the cable is an external display cable used with the 91390 and 91393
Spacelabs Healthcare, Inc.
CLEARLINK SYSTEM CONTINU-FLO Solution Set, Non-Vented, three CLEARLINK Luer Activated Valves, Backcheck Valve, 10 drops/mL, 120-inch (3.0 meters), Non-DEHP, Product Code 2R8537
Baxter Healthcare Corporation
EVIS EXERA II BRONCHOVIDEOSCOPE OLYMPUS BF TYPE P180
Olympus Corporation of the Americas
PROPONENT SR SL (Model L200)
Boston Scientific Corporation
Model Number U228, VISIONIST CRT-P EL MRI
Boston Scientific Corporation
LGX Preconnect with TENACIO Pump without InhibiZone; UPNs: (1) 72404405 (12CM IP), (2) 72404407 (18CM IP);
Boston Scientific Corporation
CLEARLINK SYSTEM NON-DEHP CONTINU-FLO SOLN SET, 96" (2,4 m), Product Code: 2H8519
Baxter Healthcare Corporation
Brand Name: ARVIS Product Name: ARVIS" Shoulder Model/Catalog Number: IN-27300, Arvis Surgical Planning Software Software Version: V2025.1.2 Product Description: Intended Use: The ARVIS" system is a computer-controlled navigation system intended to provide intra-operative measurements to the surgeon to aid in selection and positioning of orthopedic implant components. Description: ARVIS Shoulder is a computer-controlled surgical navigation system for shoulder arthroplasty. It aids the s
Kico Knee Innovation Company
Model Number L221 PROPONENT DR EL Pacemaker
Boston Scientific Corporation
Medical convenience kits IHDC30R D AND C PACK
American Contract Systems Inc.
CLEARLINK System Paclitaxel Set, Non-Vented with Polyethylene Lined Tubing and CLEARLINK Luer Activated Valve, 0.2 Micron Filter, CLEARLINK Luer Activated Valve, 10 drops/mL, 107-inch (2.7 meters), Product Code 2R8858
Baxter Healthcare Corporation
CONTINU-FLO Solution Set, Non-Vented, two CLEARLINK Luer Activated Valves, Backcheck Valve, Plus 4-Way Stopcock Extension Set with two CLEARLINK Luer Activated Valve, Pfoduct code 2C6255
Baxter Healthcare Corporation
CLEARLINK SYSTEM EXTENSION SET, Straight-Type Extension Set, Standard Bore, CLEARLINK Luer Activated Valve, Retractable Collar, 44-inch (111 centimeters), Product code 2C8610
Baxter Healthcare Corporation
Basic Biopsy Tray, Item Number NMBP44L
American Contract Systems Inc.
CLEARLINK System Non_DEHP Extenstion Set, Straight-Type Extension Set, Standard Bore, 1.2 Micron Filter, CLEARLINK Luer Activated Valve, 19-inch (47 centimeters), Product Code 2H8603
Baxter Healthcare Corporation
Model Number L131, ESSENTIO DR EL MRI Pacemaker
Boston Scientific Corporation
ACCOLADE DR EL MRI (Model L331)
Boston Scientific Corporation
Brand Name: Branding is not applied to this product. Product Name: DVI display cables Model/Catalog Number: 012-0895-12 Software Version: N/A Product Description: 12 foot DVI-I to DVI-I male/male display cable. Component: Yes, the cable is an external display cable used with the 91390 and 91393
Spacelabs Healthcare, Inc.
C-Rex UNO Microinterventional Goniotomy Instrument. Model Number: CRX-120. Product Description: The C-Rex UNO Microinterventional Goniotomy Instrument is a sterile single use disposable manual surgical instrument used in ophthalmic procedures for ab interno goniotomy and inner wall trabeculotomy.
Iantrek Inc.
Medical convenience kits Item Number/Description ANSH14AF SHOULDER PACK - 205962 EVAH76H ANTERIOR HIP PACK FDSA15M SHOULDER ARTHROSCOPY GRTS90G TOTAL SHPULDER PACK HGHI26G HIP PINNING PACK HJTO25C TOTAL HIP ACCESSORY PACK HNEX60L EXTREMITY PACK IAHD53C HAND PACK IASH65A SHOULDER PACK IHUE40AI UPPER EXTREMITY PK| STRL F G ILTJ47AA TOTAL JOINT PACK LMHP14Z ORIF HIP, ST LUKES METHODIS LMSN44AE SPINAL PACK MHHP25H HAND PACK - 206002 MHTH90AJ TOTAL HIP PACK - 206016 MWAH32P ANTER
American Contract Systems Inc.
BRONCHOVIDEOSCOPE OLYMPUS BF-H1100
Olympus Corporation of the Americas
Zenith Alpha 2 Thoracic Endovascular Graft, Catalog Prefix ZTA2- Reference Part Numbers ZTA2-P-40-117-W ZTA2-P-40-167 ZTA2-P-40-167-W ZTA2-P-40-217-W ZTA2-P-42-121 ZTA2-P-42-121-W ZTA2-P-42-173 ZTA2-P-42-173-W ZTA2-P-42-225 ZTA2-P-42-225-W ZTA2-P-44-125 ZTA2-P-44-125-W ZTA2-P-44-179 ZTA2-P-44-179-W ZTA2-P-44-233 ZTA2-P-44-233-W ZTA2-P-46-125 ZTA2-P-46-125-W ZTA2-P-46-179 ZTA2-P-46-179-W ZTA2-P-46-233-W ZTA2-PT-40-36-167 ZTA2-PT-40-36-167-W ZTA2-PT-40-36-217 ZTA2-PT-40
Cook Medical Incorporated
Airvo 2, REF: PT101US, and myAirvo 2, REF: PT100US, used with Disinfection Kit User Manual, REF: UI-185043723
Fisher & Paykel Healthcare, Ltd.
BRONCHOVIDEOSCOPE OLYMPUS BF TYPE 1T150
Olympus Corporation of the Americas
Cyclopen Microinterventional Cyclodialysis System. Model Number: CP-300. Product Description: The CycloPen Microinterventional Cyclodialysis device is a manual surgical instrument used for the ab-interno construction or modification of a cyclodialysis, followed by delivery of viscous materials, bio-tissue/allograft, or other materials to reinforce and maintain the cleft.
Iantrek Inc.
Model Number L121 ESSENTIO DR EL Pacemaker
Boston Scientific Corporation
LOGIQ P9 R4.5 ultrasound system with system software version R4.5.7., Model Number 5877533
GE Medical Systems, LLC
Basic Biopsy Tray; Item Number/Description: AKRB26D ROBOTIC, AMGL09AA GENERAL LAPAROSCOPY, ANLC35AD LAP CHOLE PACK - 205956, ANLP25AJ LAPROSCOPY PACK - 205958, FYLA38E LAPCHOLAPPY PACK, IHDA88AH DIVINCI GYN URO, IHLC11AE LAP GENERAL PACK, MHLP45AJ LAPAROSCOPY PACK - 206005, MHRB88AO ROBOTIC PACK - 242561, RCLC51C LAP CHOLE RCH 0246969, SMLC53C LAP CHOLE PACK, UDLC17AE DSC LAP CHOLE PACK - 206062, UIRU84AE ROBOTIC UROLOGY PACK (PS 060571)
American Contract Systems Inc.
Model Number L110, ESSENTIO SR SL MRI Pacemaker
Boston Scientific Corporation
CLEARLINK SYSTEM CONTINU-FLO Solution Set, Non-Vented, two CLEARLINK Luer Activated Valves, Backcheck Valve, 10 drops/mL, 112-inch (2.8 meters), Product Code 2C8519
Baxter Healthcare Corporation
EVIS EXERA III BRONCHOVIDEOSCOPE OLYMPUS BF-Q190
Olympus Corporation of the Americas
The failure occurs if a user on the Omnipod 5 iOS application selects and holds down on a manual entry field, to magnify the visual field using the magnifying feature of the iPhone, while simultaneously selecting a single number on the keyboard.
Insulet Corporation
Model Number U225 VISIONIST CRT-P EL
Boston Scientific Corporation
EVIS EXERA b BRONCHOVIDEOSCOPE OLYMPUS BF-XT190
Olympus Corporation of the Americas
CLEARLINK SYSTEM CONTINU-FLO Solution Set, Non-Vented, 0.2 Micron Filter, three CLEARLINK Luer Activated Valves, Backcheck Valve, 10 drops/mL, 102-inch (2.6 meters), Product Code 2C8593
Baxter Healthcare Corporation
Model Number L210 PROPONENT SR SL Pacemaker
Boston Scientific Corporation
What to do with this
Monitoring medical devices? Start here.
- Check a specific product against the full federal archive before you use or buy it. Recall checker
- Most medical devices recalls come from FDA Devices - browse that agency's full feed. FDA Devices recalls
- Sort the whole archive by severity to see the highest-risk active recalls first. Rankings
Recall categorization follows the issuing agency's product taxonomy; always confirm specifics on the official notice.
Nearby categories
Adjacent product categories that share hazard patterns or regulatory oversight.
Data sources
- Source: FDA - openFDA Enforcement API (food, drug, and device recalls)
- Source: CPSC - Consumer Product Safety Commission Recalls
- Source: NHTSA - National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Recalls (vehicles & equipment)
Category data as of Aug 19, 2026.
Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC, USDA FSIS 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 Aug 19, 2026.