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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 · 2026-08-28

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

Newest first · Page 600 of 819

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 29, 2016

Fujifilm Synapse PACS software version 4.4.000, Fujifilm Synapse PACS software version 4.4.001, Fujifilm Synapse PACS software version 4.4.004, Fu…

Fujifilm Medical Systems U.S.A., Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 29, 2016

BIOGRAPH mCT Flow Edge-4R, MATERIAL NUMBER 10528955 The Siemens Biograph TruePoint systems are combined X-Ray Computed Tomography (CT) and Positro…

Siemens Medical Solutions USA Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 29, 2016

BIOGRAPH mCT S(20) - 3R, MATERIAL NUMBER 10507786 The Siemens Biograph TruePoint systems are combined X-Ray Computed Tomography (CT) and Positron …

Siemens Medical Solutions USA Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 29, 2016

BIOGRAPH mCT Flow 20-3R, MATERIAL NUMBER 10528956 The Siemens Biograph TruePoint systems are combined X-Ray Computed Tomography (CT) and Positron …

Siemens Medical Solutions USA Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 29, 2016

BIOGRAPH mCT Flow 40-4R, MATERIAL NUMBER 10529159 The Siemens Biograph TruePoint systems are combined X-Ray Computed Tomography (CT) and Positron …

Siemens Medical Solutions USA Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 29, 2016

BIOGRAPH mCT Flow Edge-3R, MATERIAL NUMBER 10528954 The Siemens Biograph TruePoint systems are combined X-Ray Computed Tomography (CT) and Positro…

Siemens Medical Solutions USA Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 29, 2016

Biograph 16 TruePoint TV, Material Number 10249556 The Siemens Biograph TruePoint systems are combined X-Ray Computed Tomography (CT) and Positron E…

Siemens Medical Solutions USA Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 29, 2016

BIOGRAPH 40 - 3 Ring, Material Number 10097233 The Siemens Biograph TruePoint systems are combined X-Ray Computed Tomography (CT) and Positron Emiss…

Siemens Medical Solutions USA Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 29, 2016

Sharpoint Polypropylene Blue Monofilament 6"/15cm 9-0 USP, Product No. J2558N

SSC- Surgical Specialties Corporation

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 29, 2016

Siemens Healthcare ADVIA Centaur Tnl-Ultra Assay . In-Vitro Diagnostic for quantitative determination of cardiac troponin For in vitro diagnostic us…

Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 29, 2016

Histoplasma Yeast Complement Fixation Antigen Dilute Ref# H30150 The fungal antigens and positive controls are used to detect antibodies in patient …

Immuno-Mycologics, Inc

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 29, 2016

BIOGRAPH 40 TruePoint, Material Number 10097303 The Siemens Biograph TruePoint systems are combined X-Ray Computed Tomography (CT) and Positron Emi…

Siemens Medical Solutions USA Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 22, 2016

Vaxcel PICC with PASV Catheter Kit under the following labels: 1) 3F, UPN H965454350, Rx ONLY, 2) 4F, UPN M001454550, Rx ONLY & 3) 5F, UPN M001454700…

Navilyst Medical, Inc., an AngioDyamics Company

FDA Devices Critical Jun 22, 2016

Gas Delivery Engine (GDE), 16650A A continuous ventilator intended to mechanically control or assist broad spectrum patient breathing by delivering …

Carefusion 211 Inc dba Carefusion

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 22, 2016

BioSync Anatomic Cotton Wedge, 16 x 6.5 mm.; Used for internal bone fixation for bone fractures, fusions or osteotomies in the ankle and foot.

Arthrex, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 22, 2016

BioSync Anatomic Cotton Wedge, 16 x 5.5 mm.; Used for internal bone fixation for bone fractures, fusions or osteotomies in the ankle and foot.

Arthrex, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 22, 2016

LIFEPAK15 monitor/defibrillator with End-Tidal C02 (EtC02) feature installed. Part numbers: V15-2-xxxxxx (includes software version 1 and vers…

Physio-Control, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 22, 2016

Natus neoBLUE Phototherapy system, Catalogue Part Number: 010066. Top Assembly Part Numbers: 001103, 001314, 002110, 040906, 040904, 040756, 040758,…

Natus Medical Incorporated

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 22, 2016

Small Patient ECC Pack, REF BEQ-TOP 24100, Product Usage: The HLM Tubing Sets with Bioline Coating are for single use only. They may be sold sterile…

Datascope Corporation

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 22, 2016

Vaxcel PICC with PASV Introducer Kit under the following labels: 1) 4F, UPN M001454560, Rx ONLY & 2) 5F, UPN M001454610, Rx ONLY. The Vaxcel PICC wi…

Navilyst Medical, Inc., an AngioDyamics Company

FDA Devices Critical Jun 22, 2016

Gas Delivery Engine (GDE)-refurbished, R16650A A continuous ventilator intended to mechanically control or assist broad spectrum patient breathing b…

Carefusion 211 Inc dba Carefusion

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 22, 2016

Stryker PowerPRO (XT, IT, or TL) Cots Stretcher, Wheeled The Stryker Power-PRO" are powered ambulance cots are designed to support and transport …

Stryker Medical Division of Stryker Corporation

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 22, 2016

BioFlo PICC with ENDEXO and PASV Valve Technology, MST-45 Kit, 6F-55cm, UPN H965458440 , Rx ONLY The Xcela PICC with PASV, Xcela Hybrid PICC with PA…

Navilyst Medical, Inc., an AngioDyamics Company

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 22, 2016

Xcela PICC with PASV Valve Technology Catheter Kit, 6F-55cm, UPN H965457410, Rx ONLY The Xcela PICC with PASV, Xcela Hybrid PICC with PASV, BioFlo P…

Navilyst Medical, Inc., an AngioDyamics Company

FDA Devices Critical Jun 22, 2016

TCA Board, 16542A A continuous ventilator intended to mechanically control or assist broad spectrum patient breathing by delivering a predetermined …

Carefusion 211 Inc dba Carefusion

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 22, 2016

Biograph mCT-S(64) 4R, MATERIAL NUMBER 10248672 Product Usage: The Siemens Biograph mCT systems are combined X-Ray Computed Tomography (CT) and P…

Siemens Medical Solutions USA Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 22, 2016

STAAR AQ Cartridge-FP, guide and delivery system for Intraocular lenses.

Staar Surgical Co.

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 22, 2016

TM LPS TIB SZ 3 C/D, 10MM - 00588605310 TM LPS TIB SZ 3 C/D, 12MM - 00588605312 TM LPS TIB SZ 3 C/D, 14MM - 00588605314 TM LPS TIB SZ 3 C/D,…

Zimmer Trabecular Metal Technology, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 22, 2016

EVARREST Fibrin Sealant Patch, Manufactured by: Omrix Biopharmaceuticals, Ltd, Israel. Indicated for use with manual compression as an adjunct to …

Ethicon, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 22, 2016

BIOGRAPH mCT S(20) - 3R, MATERIAL NUMBER 10528956 Product Usage: The Siemens Biograph mCT systems are combined X-Ray Computed Tomography (CT) and…

Siemens Medical Solutions USA Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 22, 2016

Universal Battery Charger II (UBC II)

The Anspach Effort, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 22, 2016

BioSync Anatomic Cotton Wedge, 16 x 4.5 mm.; Used for internal bone fixation for bone fractures, fusions or osteotomies in the ankle and foot.

Arthrex, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 22, 2016

BioFlo PICC with ENDEXO and PASV Valve Technology, Catheter Kit, 6F-55cm, UPN H965458410, Rx ONLY The Xcela PICC with PASV, Xcela Hybrid PICC with P…

Navilyst Medical, Inc., an AngioDyamics Company

FDA Devices Critical Jun 22, 2016

AVEA Standard with Compressor ventilator-refurbished, R17312-xx (xx = 0-14) A continuous ventilator intended to mechanically control or assist broad…

Carefusion 211 Inc dba Carefusion

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 22, 2016

The XN-Series modules (XN-10, XN-20) are quantitative multi-parameter automated hematology analyzers intended for in vitro diagnostic use in screenin…

Sysmex Corporation

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 22, 2016

The Red Head 2 Reusable Fat Harvesting Canister, Product # RH-2, Non-Sterile. Intended for use in aspirating subcutaneous fatty tissue in patient…

Miami Fat Supply, Inc

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 22, 2016

Vaxcel PICC with PASV MST-60 Kit under the following labels: 1) 3F, UPN H965454360, Rx ONLY, 2) 4F, UPN M001454590, Rx ONLY, 3) 5F, UPN's M001454640,…

Navilyst Medical, Inc., an AngioDyamics Company

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 22, 2016

TM MONO TIB STR GRN SZ 5 - 00588606510 TM MONO TIB STR GRN SZ 5 12MM - 00588606512 TM MONO TIB STR GRN SZ 5 14MM - 00588606514 TM MONO TIB STR GR…

Zimmer Trabecular Metal Technology, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 22, 2016

Vaxcel PICC with PASV Intermediate Safety MST Kit under the following labels: 1) 3F, UPN H965454370, 2) 4F UPN M001455940 & 3) 5F UPN M001455980 The…

Navilyst Medical, Inc., an AngioDyamics Company

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 22, 2016

Dome Centric component (Reference 01.04227.005) from the Anatomical Shoulder (AS) System 2.0. The Dome Centric connects the Humeral Stem to the Hume…

Zimmer Gmbh

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 22, 2016

BioFlo Hybrid PICC with ENDEXO and PASV Valve Technology, IR-145 Kit, 6F-55cm, UPN H965458980, Rx ONLY The Xcela PICC with PASV, Xcela Hybrid PICC w…

Navilyst Medical, Inc., an AngioDyamics Company

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 22, 2016

Access 2 Immunoassay System, Remanufactured, Catalog No. 386220 is an invitro diagnostic device used for the quantitative, semi-quantitative, or qual…

Beckman Coulter Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 22, 2016

BIOGRAPH mCT S(20) - 3R, MATERIAL NUMBER 10507786 Product Usage: The Siemens Biograph mCT systems are combined X-Ray Computed Tomography (CT) and…

Siemens Medical Solutions USA Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 22, 2016

BIOGRAPH mCT S(20) - 4R, MATERIAL NUMBER 10528958 Product Usage: The Siemens Biograph mCT systems are combined X-Ray Computed Tomography (CT) and…

Siemens Medical Solutions USA Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 22, 2016

Xcela PICC with PASV Valve Technology, IR-145 Kit, 6F-55cm, UPN H965457430, Rx ONLY The Xcela PICC with PASV, Xcela Hybrid PICC with PASV, BioFlo PI…

Navilyst Medical, Inc., an AngioDyamics Company

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 22, 2016

Xcela PICC with PASV Valve Technology, MST-70 Kit, 6F-55cm, UPN H965251290 & H965457420, Rx ONLY The Xcela PICC with PASV, Xcela Hybrid PICC with PA…

Navilyst Medical, Inc., an AngioDyamics Company

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 22, 2016

Xcela Hybrid PICC with PASV Valve Technology, Intermediate MST-45 Kit, 6F-55cm, UPN H965952440 & UPN H965952450, Rx ONLY The Xcela PICC with PASV, X…

Navilyst Medical, Inc., an AngioDyamics Company

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 22, 2016

BioFlo PICC with ENDEXO and PASV Valve Technology, IR-145 Kit, 6F-55cm, UPN H965458430 & UPN H965458840, Rx ONLY The Xcela PICC with PASV, Xcela Hyb…

Navilyst Medical, Inc., an AngioDyamics Company

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 22, 2016

Cordis PRECISE (R) RX Nitinol Stent System (Biliary)

Cordis Corporation

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 22, 2016

TM CR TIB SZ 3 C-H, 10MM- 00588604310 TM CR TIB SZ 3 C-H, 12 mm - 00588604312 TM CR TIB SZ 3 C-H, 14MM - 00588604314 TM CR TIB SZ 3 C-H, 1…

Zimmer Trabecular Metal Technology, Inc.

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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.