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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

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FDA Devices Critical Jun 22, 2016

AVEA Standard ventilator, 17311-xx (xx = 0 - 14) A continuous ventilator intended to mechanically control or assist broad spectrum patient breathin…

Carefusion 211 Inc dba Carefusion

FDA Devices Low Jun 22, 2016

Ariol is an automated scanning microscope and image analysis system. It is intended for in vitro diagnostic use as an aid to the pathologist in the d…

Leica Biosystems Richmond Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 22, 2016

Xcela Hybrid PICC with PASV Valve Technology, Catheter Kit, 6F-55cm, UPN H965952410, Rx ONLY The Xcela PICC with PASV, Xcela Hybrid PICC with PASV, …

Navilyst Medical, Inc., an AngioDyamics Company

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 22, 2016

Vaxcel PICC with PASV IR-145 Kit under the following labels: 1) 4F, UPN M001454580, Rx ONLY, 2) 5F, UPN M001454630, Rx ONLY & 3) 6F, UPN M001454780, …

Navilyst Medical, Inc., an AngioDyamics Company

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 22, 2016

BioSync Anatomic Cotton Wedge, 20 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

Xcela Hybrid PICC with PASV Valve Technology, IR-145 Kit, 6F-55cm, UPN H965952430 & H965952470, Rx ONLY The Xcela PICC with PASV, Xcela Hybrid PICC …

Navilyst Medical, Inc., an AngioDyamics Company

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 22, 2016

BioFlo Hybrid PICC with ENDEXO and PASV Valve Technology, MST-70 Kit, 6F-55cm, UPN H965458970, Rx ONLY The Xcela PICC with PASV, Xcela Hybrid PICC w…

Navilyst Medical, Inc., an AngioDyamics Company

FDA Devices Critical Jun 22, 2016

AVEA GDE/UIM upgrade kit, 12283-PMN A continuous ventilator intended to mechanically control or assist broad spectrum patient breathing by deliverin…

Carefusion 211 Inc dba Carefusion

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 22, 2016

Xcela Hybrid PICC with PASV Valve Technology, MST-70 Kit, 6F-55cm, UPN H965952420 & UPN H965952460, Rx ONLY The Xcela PICC with PASV, Xcela Hybrid P…

Navilyst Medical, Inc., an AngioDyamics Company

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 22, 2016

BioFlo Hybrid PICC with ENDEXO and PASV Valve Technology, Catheter Kit, UPN H965459410, Rx ONLY The Xcela PICC with PASV, Xcela Hybrid PICC with PAS…

Navilyst Medical, Inc., an AngioDyamics Company

FDA Devices Critical Jun 22, 2016

Gas Delivery Engine (GDE)-1st Generation, 16222-001-99 A continuous ventilator intended to mechanically control or assist broad spectrum patient bre…

Carefusion 211 Inc dba Carefusion

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 22, 2016

Cordis PRECISE (R) PRO RX Nitinol Stent System (Carotid)

Cordis Corporation

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 22, 2016

REV. SHELL LINER 0D 28X48 00700504828 REV. SHELL LINER 10D 28X50 00701005028 REV. SHELL LINER 10D 28X52 00701005228 REV. SHELL LINER 10D 2…

Zimmer Trabecular Metal Technology, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 22, 2016

BioFlo PICC with ENDEXO and PASV Valve Technology, MST-70 Kit, 6F-55cm, UPN H965458420 & UPN H965458930, Rx ONLY The Xcela PICC with PASV, Xcela Hyb…

Navilyst Medical, Inc., an AngioDyamics Company

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 22, 2016

Piccolo Composite Tibia and Femoral Nailing Systems - Ball Tip Guide Wire for fixation of fractures that occur in and between the proximal and distal…

CarboFix Orthopedics, Ltd.

FDA Devices Critical Jun 22, 2016

AVEA Standard with Compressor ventilator, 17312-xx (xx = 0 - 14) A continuous ventilator intended to mechanically control or assist broad spectrum …

Carefusion 211 Inc dba Carefusion

FDA Devices Critical Jun 22, 2016

AVEA GDE upgrade kit, 12284-PMN A continuous ventilator intended to mechanically control or assist broad spectrum patient breathing by delivering a …

Carefusion 211 Inc dba Carefusion

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 22, 2016

Vaxcel PICC with PASV Introducer Kit under the following labels: 1) 4F, UPN M001455910, Rx ONLY The Vaxcel PICC with PASV is indicated for use in es…

Navilyst Medical, Inc., an AngioDyamics Company

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 22, 2016

Protura Robotic Couch System Software, versions 1.6.1 (Part Number MT6XSM1.6.1), 1.7.0 (Part Number MT6XSM1.7.0), and 1.7.1 (Part Number MT6XSM1.7.1)…

Med Tec Inc

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 22, 2016

BioSync Anatomic Cotton Wedge, 20 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

Xcela PICC with PASV Valve Technology, Intermediate MST-45 Kit, 6F-55cm, UPN H965457440 Rx ONLY The Xcela PICC with PASV, Xcela Hybrid PICC with PA…

Navilyst Medical, Inc., an AngioDyamics Company

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 22, 2016

Flexichamber Anti-Static Valved Collapsible Holding Chamber, used by patients to administer aerosolized medication from most pressurized Metered Dose…

FSC Laboratories, Inc

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 22, 2016

BioSync Anatomic Cotton Wedge, 20 x 6.5 mm.; Used for internal bone fixation for bone fractures, fusions or osteotomies in the ankle and foot.

Arthrex, Inc.

FDA Devices Critical Jun 22, 2016

AVEA Standard ventilator-refurbished, R17311-xx (xx = 0-14) A continuous ventilator intended to mechanically control or assist broad spectrum patien…

Carefusion 211 Inc dba Carefusion

FDA Devices Critical Jun 22, 2016

AVEA Comprehensive ventilator, 17310-xx (xx = 0 - 14) A continuous ventilator intended to mechanically control or assist broad spectrum patient br…

Carefusion 211 Inc dba Carefusion

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 22, 2016

Excelsior Disposable Syringe Heparin Lock Flush, USP syringe (5 mL Fill in 10 mL syringe). For flushing of IV catheters and IV tubing only.

Excelsior Medical Corp

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 22, 2016

TS Series Depth Gauge for Integra Ti6 Internal Fixation System 2.0/2.5mm Screws The FS2030 Depth Gauge is used by the physician to determine the c…

Integra LifeSciences Corp.

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 22, 2016

00720504022 ACETAB.CUPW/SH,0DEG,22MMX40MM 00720504222 ACETAB.CUPW/SH,0DEG,22MMX42MM 00720504622 ACETAB.CUPW/SH,0DEG,22MMX46MM 00720504828 ACETA…

Zimmer Trabecular Metal Technology, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 22, 2016

POROUS PATELLA 32MM X 10MM - 00587806532 POROUS PATELLA 35MM X 10MM- 00587806535 POROUS PATELLA 38MM X 10MM - 00587806538 POROUS PATELLA 41…

Zimmer Trabecular Metal Technology, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 22, 2016

Vaxcel PICC with PASV MST-30 Kit under the following labels: 1) 4F, UPN M001454570, Rx ONLY, 2) 5F, UPN M001454620 & UPN M001454720, Rx ONLY & 3) 6F,…

Navilyst Medical, Inc., an AngioDyamics Company

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 22, 2016

BioFlo PICC with ENDEXO and PASV Valve Technology, Maximal Barrier Nursing Kit, UPN H965750211 The Xcela PICC with PASV, Xcela Hybrid PICC with PASV…

Navilyst Medical, Inc., an AngioDyamics Company

FDA Devices Critical Jun 22, 2016

AVEA Comprehensive ventilator-refurbished, R17310-xx (xx = 0-14) A continuous ventilator intended to mechanically control or assist broad spectrum …

Carefusion 211 Inc dba Carefusion

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 22, 2016

LCP Dia-Meta Volar Distal Radius Plate 15 H Shaft/LT-Sterile; Indicated for fractures, osteotomies, and non-unions of the radius and other small bone…

Synthes (USA) Products LLC

CPSC No agency class Jun 22, 2016

Ecovent Recalls Room Sensors Due to Shock Hazard (Recall Alert)

Ecovent Corp., of Charlestown, Mass

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 15, 2016

ExacTrac Vero is a Patient Positioning System for Radiation therapy.

Brainlab AG

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 15, 2016

MEGA¿ 7.5Fr. 30cc Intra-Aortic Balloon Catheter with Insertion Kit & STATLOCK¿ MEGA¿ 7.5Fr. 40cc Intra-Aortic Balloon Catheter with Insertion Kit …

Datascope Corporation

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 15, 2016

VITROS 5600 Integrated System, Catalog Number 6802413, Unique Device Identifier No. 10758750002740; and VITROS 5600 Integrated System (refurbished), …

Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 15, 2016

Philips Healthcare DigitalDiagnost stationary X-ray system

Philips Healthcare

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 15, 2016

4 ml FX Sodium Fluoride/Potassium Oxalate tube, Ref 454297 VACUETTE Glycolytic Inhibitor Tubes contain an antiglycolytic agent, sodium fluoride, and…

Greiner Bio-One North America, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 15, 2016

Lactate, Catalog No. OSR6x93 Product Usage: Lactate OSR6x93 is intended as a System reagent for the quantitative determination of L-Lactate in hu…

Beckman Coulter Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 15, 2016

Philips Healthcare Brilliance iCT Computed Tomography X-Ray System

Philips Healthcare

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 15, 2016

Stryker FlowPort II Adapter: Model number: 00CAT00778 The FlowPort II Adapter is intended to connect the FlowPort II Cannulas to commercially avail…

Stryker Corporation

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 15, 2016

Ellipse ND: YAG Laser applicator for Ellipse Multiflex Medical Laser Products.

Ellipse A/S

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 15, 2016

VITROS 3600 Immunodiagnostic System, Catalog Number 6802783,for use in the in vitro quantitative, semi-quantitative, and qualitative measurement of a…

Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 15, 2016

Philips Healthcare DuraDiagnost stationary X-ray system

Philips Healthcare

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 15, 2016

Cholesterol, Catalog No. OSR6x16 Product Usage:Cholesterol OSR6x16 is intended as a System reagent for the quantitative determination of Cholester…

Beckman Coulter Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 15, 2016

Philips Healthcare Brilliance 64 Computed Tomography X-Ray System

Philips Healthcare

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 15, 2016

Philips Healthcare Brilliance iCT SP Computed Tomography X-Ray System

Philips Healthcare

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 15, 2016

Medtronic RestoreSensor, Model 37714; and, RestoreSensor SureScan, (MRI), Model 97714, Implantable Neurostimulators. Used to treat chronic, intrac…

Medtronic Neuromodulation

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 15, 2016

Ellipse ND: YAG Laser applicator for Ellipse Nordlys system Medical Laser Products.

Ellipse A/S

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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.