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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

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

40,910 1st of 12 the highest of 12 categories

Categories, banded by distinct recall-event inventory

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Source FDA · CPSC · NHTSA federal recall filings · 2026-08-27

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 Sep 21, 2016

Syngo Plaza picture archiving and communication system (PAC) (PACS) intended to display, process, read, report, communicate, distribute, store and ar…

Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 21, 2016

GREER 2 ML Sterile Empty Vials 2-13 vial 25 ea - Silver Cap

Allergy Laboratories, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 21, 2016

AccuLIF PL 10-16mm x 11mm x 27mm x 8 Cage, Rx only, Sterile R, Legal The AccuLIF PL Cages are indicated for intervertebral body fusion with autograft…

Howmedica Osteonics Corp.

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 21, 2016

AccuLIF PL 6-9mm x 11mm x 27mm x 8 Cage, Rx only, Sterile R, Legal The AccuLIF PL Cages are indicated for intervertebral body fusion with autograft a…

Howmedica Osteonics Corp.

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 14, 2016

ADVIA Centaur¿ PSA Assay; Cat No. 06574155/SMN 10310292 (100 test)/02676506/SMN 10310293 (500 test)

Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 14, 2016

Plum A+3 Infusion Pump. List Number 12618. The Plum A+ Infusion Systems are a multi-purpose family of devices that provides precise delivery of mult…

Hospira Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 14, 2016

Plum A+ Hyperbaric Infusion Pump. List Number 11005. The Plum A+ Infusion Systems are a multi-purpose family of devices that provides precise deliv…

Hospira Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 14, 2016

Plum A+ Infusion Pump. List Number 11971. The Plum A+ Infusion Systems are a multi-purpose family of devices that provides precise delivery of multi…

Hospira Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 14, 2016

Medical Linear Accelerator

Elekta, Inc.

FDA Devices Critical Sep 14, 2016

ADVANCE(R) II MODULAR TIBIAL BASE W/SCREWHOLES, Knee Tibial Base, REF KTTIHA41, SIZE 4+; SURFACE POROUS, HA COATED; FIT CEMENTLESS; USE W/ SIZE 4 FE…

MicroPort Orthopedics Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 14, 2016

NOMAD Pro Packaged X-Ray System, Part Number 08500009; NOMAD Pro Vet Packaged X-Ray System, Part Number 08500011; NOMAD Pro Packaged X-Ray System - E…

Aribex Inc

FDA Devices Critical Sep 14, 2016

ADVANCE(R) II MODULAR TIBIAL BASE W/SCREWHOLES, Knee Tibial Base, REF KTTIHA10, SIZE 1 STD; SURFACE POROUS, HA COATED; FIT CEMENTLESS; USE W/ SIZE 1…

MicroPort Orthopedics Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 14, 2016

Merge RadSuite software. Radiological image processing system.

Merge Healthcare, Inc.

FDA Devices Critical Sep 14, 2016

ADVANCE(R) II MODULAR TIBIAL BASE W/SCREWHOLES, Knee Tibial Base, REF KTTIHA40, SIZE 4 STD; SURFACE POROUS, HA COATED; FIT CEMENTLESS; USE W/ SIZE 4…

MicroPort Orthopedics Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 14, 2016

PINNACLE¿ Introducer Sheath PINNACLE PRECISION ACCESS SYSTEM¿ Sheath PINNACLE¿ TIF TIP" Introducer Sheath PINNACLE¿ R/O II Radiopaque Marker Intro…

Terumo Medical Corporation

FDA Devices Critical Sep 14, 2016

ADVANCE(R) II MODULAR TIBIAL BASE W/SCREWHOLES, Knee Tibial Base, REF KTTIHA11, SIZE 1+; SURFACE POROUS, HA COATED; FIT CEMENTLESS; USE W/ SIZE 1 FE…

MicroPort Orthopedics Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 14, 2016

ReliaMed¿ Silver Alginate/CMC. Each dressing is packed in a pouch (primary packaging), each pouch is packed in a carton (secondary packaging) holding…

Advanced Medical Solutions Ltd.

FDA Devices Critical Sep 14, 2016

ADVANCE(R) II MODULAR TIBIAL BASE W/SCREWHOLES, Knee Tibial Base, REF KTTIHA30, SIZE 3 STD; SURFACE POROUS, HA COATED; FIT CEMENTLESS; USE W/ SIZE 3…

MicroPort Orthopedics Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 14, 2016

2 over 2 Elevating Monitor Suspension - Omega Medical Imaging, LLC Elevating Monitor Suspension Systems.

Omega Medical Imaging, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 14, 2016

NOMAD Pro2 Packaged X-Ray System, Part Number 08500021; NOMAD Pro2 Packaged X-Ray System Black, Part Number 08500022; NOMAD Pro2 Vet Packaged X-Ray S…

Aribex Inc

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 14, 2016

SureSight Obturator Introducer Localization Systems (ILS) for ATEC in MRI. ILS-0914-12-OB (9G Introducer Localization Set (OB Model) for ATEC0914-12…

Hologic, Inc

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 14, 2016

Nylon Surgical Suture for human use and vet use, sold under brand name Riverlon, Securolon, Weblon. Product is sterile. Part numbers: 663BK 663BL …

Riverpoint Medical, LLC

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 14, 2016

The Connecting Bracket (Fixture) Device (1002.65A0) is designed as a connecting element to support ancillary head rests on a Maquet operating room ta…

Maquet Cardiovascular Us Sales, Llc

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 14, 2016

Plum A+ Infusion Pump with Hospira MedNet Software. List Number 20792. The Plum A+ Infusion Systems are a multi-purpose family of devices that provi…

Hospira Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 14, 2016

SureSight Obturator Introducer Localization Systems (ILS) for ATEC in MRI. ILS-0914-20-OB (9G Introducer Localization Set (OB Model) for ATEC0914-20…

Hologic, Inc

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 14, 2016

Radial Artery Catheterization Kit with Sharps Safety Features Permits access to the peripheral arterial circulation. The safety feature is intended …

Arrow International Inc

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 14, 2016

Coonrad/ Morrey Elbow Pin/ Bushing Replacement size Kit Extra Small. This product is sold sterile. The parts are placed into an inner cavity and are …

Zimmer Biomet, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 14, 2016

Arterial Line Catheterization Kit with Sharps Safety Features Permits access to the peripheral arterial circulation or to other small vessels.

Arrow International Inc

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 14, 2016

BrightView XCT Model 882482, gamma camera for Single Photon Emission Computed Tomography (SPECT)

Philips Medical Systems (Cleveland) Inc

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 14, 2016

Plum A+3 Infusion Pump with Hospira MedNet Software. List Number 20678. The Plum A+ Infusion Systems are a multi-purpose family of devices that prov…

Hospira Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 14, 2016

Centricity Enterprise Archive is a software product for receiving, archiving and sending of medical data. Qualified system administrators install, mo…

Ge Healthcare It

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 14, 2016

ArjoHuntleigh Sara Combilizer; Intended to facilitate early immobilization, rehabilitation, and care of patients.

ARJOHUNTLEIGH POLSKA Sp. z.o.o.

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 14, 2016

MENTOR 2" Tall Height TE With Sutures 450cc PN: 354-9313 The MENTOR CPX4 and CPX4 with Suture Tabs Breast Tissue Expanders are used for breast rec…

Mentor Texas, LP.

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 14, 2016

Innocor Cardiopulmonary Exercise and Lung Function Testing System Non-invasive diagnostic device that measures or calculates a number of hemodyn…

Innovision A/S

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 14, 2016

BrightView XCT Upgrade Model 882454

Philips Medical Systems (Cleveland) Inc

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 14, 2016

Affinity Four Birthing Bed Model P3700 The primary packaging is pictured below, and utilizes a metal packing brace, standard corrugated cardboar…

Hill-Rom, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 14, 2016

Axiom 2.8 implants Sterile The Axiom REG implants are used as artificial root structures for replacement of missing teeth. They can be used for s…

Anthogyr

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 14, 2016

The system provides the ability to transmit patient data files for storage, viewing and analysis at distributed locations via the intranet or Interne…

Invivo Corporation

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 14, 2016

Acecide-C High Level Disinfectant & Sterilant 875 mL. Packaging is 6 inner cartons in one master carton;1 inner carton consists of a set of two liqui…

Best Sanitizers Inc

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 14, 2016

Plum A+3 Infusion Pump. List Number 12391. The Plum A+ Infusion Systems are a multi-purpose family of devices that provides precise delivery of mult…

Hospira Inc.

FDA Devices Critical Sep 14, 2016

ADVANCE(R) II MODULAR TIBIAL BASE W/SCREWHOLES, Knee Tibial Base, REF KTTIHA20, SIZE 2 STD; SURFACE POROUS, HA COATED; FIT CEMENTLESS; USE W/ SIZE 2…

MicroPort Orthopedics Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 14, 2016

Integra Cranial Access Kits, Catalogue Nos. INSHITH; INSHITHRZN; INSHITHND

Integra LifeSciences Corp. d.b.a. Integra Pain Management

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 14, 2016

UniCel DxH 800 and DxH 600 Coulter Cellular Analysis System. Catalog No. 629029, B24465, B24802, B68304 (Unicel DxH 800 Coulter Cellular Analysis …

Beckman Coulter Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 14, 2016

e.cam and Symbia E gamma camera systems with patient beds To detect or image the distribution of radionuclides in the body or organ, using the fol…

Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc.

FDA Devices Critical Sep 14, 2016

ADVANCE(R) II MODULAR TIBIAL BASE W/SCREWHOLES, Knee Tibial Base, REF KTTIHA50, SIZE 5 STD; SURFACE POROUS, HA COATED; FIT CEMENTLESS; USE W/ SIZE 5…

MicroPort Orthopedics Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 14, 2016

Certegra Workstation used in conjunction with Medrad Stellant CT Injection System Catalog Number # CWKS DISPLAY Serial Numbers The Medrad Stella…

Bayer Healthcare

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 14, 2016

Polypropylene Surgical Sutures, brand Webglo, for vet use. Product is sterile. Part number: GP8665 Product Usage: For use in general soft tissue …

Riverpoint Medical, LLC

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 14, 2016

Plum A+ Infusion Pump. List Number 11973. The Plum A+ Infusion Systems are a multi-purpose family of devices that provides precise delivery of multi…

Hospira Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 14, 2016

Aortic Arch Cannula and Coronary Artery Perfusion Cannula with Ballon (part number NA-55X6). The Aortic Arch Cannulae are designed to be used in the …

Sorin Group USA, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 14, 2016

MENTOR 2" Tall Height TE With Sutures 350cc PN: 354-9312 The MENTOR CPX4 and CPX4 with Suture Tabs Breast Tissue Expanders are used for breast rec…

Mentor Texas, LP.

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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.