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Product category · Updated Aug 19, 2026

Medical Devices recalls

Medical device recalls including implants, diagnostic equipment, and surgical tools

Total recalls
41,070
Top agency
FDA Devices
Years covered
2000–2026
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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

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Source FDA · CPSC · USDA FSIS · NHTSA federal recall filings · 2026-09-02

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 1947

Source: FDA · CPSC · USDA FSIS · NHTSA As of Aug 19, 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 Jul 9, 2014

syngo Lab Data Manager, SMN 10800057, 10803189, and 10804573.

Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 9, 2014

Stride Femoral Component Size 2, PFSI-00054, Right Medial /Left Lateral. Unicondylar Knee prosthesis.

Blue Belt Technologies MN

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 9, 2014

The Claymount Harmony is a grid cabinet designed to accept a digital x-ray imaging receptor and stationary grid. It contains signaling electronics to…

Claymount Assembli

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 9, 2014

NexGen Complete Knee Solution, MIS Total Knee Procedure, Stemmed Tibial Component, Precoat, Fixed Bearing, Size 6. Part of the NexGen systems of …

Zimmer, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 9, 2014

McKesson Medi-Pak, Laceration Trays with Cotton O.R. Towels, Sterile, Single Use, Latex Free, 20 Each per Case, Rx only, Distributed by: McKesson Med…

Medical Action Industries Inc

FDA Devices Critical Jul 9, 2014

Medtronic Duet External Drainage and Monitoring System, Interlink Injection Sites, Ventricular Catheter, Catalog No. 46915. Intended to allow drai…

Medtronic Neurosurgery

FDA Devices Critical Jul 9, 2014

Manual Resuscitator Bag Series: AF1000, AF2000, AF3000, AF4000, AF5000, BT2000, BT3000, BT4000, BT5000, BVM700, CPRM1000, CPRM2000, CPRM3000, PRO-190…

Ventlab LLC

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 9, 2014

NexGen Complete Knee Solution, MIS Total Knee Procedure, Stemmed Tibial Component, Precoat, Fixed Bearing, Size 8. Part of the NexGen systems of …

Zimmer, Inc.

CPSC No agency class Jul 3, 2014

Big Fireworks Recalls Mock Sword Fireworks Devices Due to Impact, Burn Hazards

American Eagle dba Big Fireworks, of Lansing, Mich.

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 2, 2014

ANSPACH***REF 98-0033***Custom Autolube Food Guard***Rx Only*** This device is intended to be used with Anspach Systems

The Anspach Effort, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 2, 2014

NxStage Dialysate Sack (SAK) with Concentrate for Use with PureFlow SL REF: SAK-302 Lactate , 40, Potassium 1, Sodium 140, Calcium 3, Magnesium 1…

NxStage Medical, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 2, 2014

UniCel DxH 800 Coulter Cellular Analysis System, Part No. 629029, B24465, and B24802. Used for in vitro diagnostic use in screening patient popu…

Beckman Coulter Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 2, 2014

ANSPACH***MA Attachment, Straight version Custom***Rx Only*** This device is intended to be used with Anspach Systems

The Anspach Effort, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 2, 2014

UniCel DxH 600 Coulter Cellular Analysis System, Part No. B23858. Used for in vitro diagnostic use in screening patient populations found in clini…

Beckman Coulter Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 2, 2014

NxStage Dialysate Sack (SAK) with Concentrate for Use with PureFlow SL REF: SAK-305 Lactate 45, Potassium 1, Sodium 140, Calcium 3, Magnesium 1 C…

NxStage Medical, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 2, 2014

IF 8000; 1/F Interferential Electrical Stimulation Device; NMES (neuromuscular electrical stimulation) mode. Designed for use in physical therapy…

Zynex Medical, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 2, 2014

ANSPACH***REF 98-0016***eMax 2 Modified Hand Control***Rx Only*** This device is intended to be used with Anspach Systems

The Anspach Effort, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 2, 2014

ANSPACH***Custom QD11 Attachment with thinner nose tube***Rx Only*** This device is intended to be used with Anspach Systems

The Anspach Effort, Inc.

FDA Devices Critical Jul 2, 2014

HydroFinity Hydrophilic guidewire; Nitinol Guidewire with Hydrophilic Coating, Sterile. 0.035 OD, Standard Shaft, Straight Tip, 150 CM Length M…

Nitinol Devices and Components, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 2, 2014

Model RG3000 and RG4000 Series Valve Integrated Pressure Regulator (VIPR)

Western / Scott Fetzer Company

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 2, 2014

Shaver Handpiece Sterilization Tray. Model number 272-700-000. For sterilization of Stryker Endoscopy arthroscopic shaver.

Stryker Endoscopy

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 2, 2014

ANSPACH***REF 98-0023***Custom 5 cm Extension Bearing Sleeve***Rx Only*** This device is intended to be used with Anspach Systems

The Anspach Effort, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 2, 2014

Puritan Bennett 840 Ventilator (4-840120DIUU-XX) The PB840 Ventilator System is intended to provide invasive or non-invasive ventilatory support a…

Nellcor Puritan Bennett Inc. (dba Covidien LP)

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 2, 2014

ANSPACH***Modified QD11 Attachment with Soft Tissue Protector***Rx Only*** This device is intended to be used with Anspach Systems

The Anspach Effort, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 2, 2014

ANSPACH***REF SP-4604-00***3mm Fluted Ball for Adjustable 25cm Mia Attachment***Rx Only*** This device is intended to be used with Anspach Systems

The Anspach Effort, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 2, 2014

Accell Evo3C Demineralized Bone Matrix, 5 cc, Model Number: 02-6000-050 , Lot Number: 132160. Product Usage: Accell Evo3c Demineralized …

Integra LifeSciences Corp.

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 2, 2014

Glucose Hexokinase Liquid Reagent For the in vitro quantitative determination of Glucose in serum.

JAS Diagnostics Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 2, 2014

Coulter DxH Cleaner 5L, Part No. 628022. For use on UniCel DxH Systems for components that come in contact with blood samples.

Beckman Coulter Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 2, 2014

ANSPACH***REF SP-3012-00***13 mm Drill with Depth Stop for Short Heavy Duty Attachment***Rx Only*** This device is intended to be used with Anspac…

The Anspach Effort, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 2, 2014

ANSPACH***REF 98-0022***8 mm Coarse Headless Screw with Driver***Rx Only*** This device is intended to be used with Anspach Systems

The Anspach Effort, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 2, 2014

ANSPACH***REF 98-0042***XMax Motor with Custom Hose***Rx Only*** This device is intended to be used with Anspach Systems

The Anspach Effort, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 2, 2014

ANSPACH***REF SP-5000-00***Threaders, Arthroscopic Suture Anchor***Rx Only*** This device is intended to be used with Anspach Systems

The Anspach Effort, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 2, 2014

Siemens StreamLAB(R) Analytical Workcell; Catalog number 746002.901. Designed to automate sample handling and processing in the clinical laborator…

Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 2, 2014

ANSPACH***REF 98-0035***Custom eMax 2 Plus Motor with microMax Disconnect Sleeve***Rx Only*** This device is intended to be used with Anspach Syst…

The Anspach Effort, Inc.

FDA Devices Critical Jul 2, 2014

HydroFinity Hydrophilic guidewire; 0.035 OD, Stiff Shaft, Straight Tip, 180 CM Length; Manufactured for Covidien, Plymouth, MN; Manufactured by…

Nitinol Devices and Components, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 2, 2014

ANSPACH***REF SP-4601-00***1mm Coarse Diamond Ball for Adjustable 25cm Mia Attachment***Rx Only*** This device is intended to be used with Anspach…

The Anspach Effort, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 2, 2014

Integra UCR 3mm Hex, Large Axial Driver. The UCR Hex Axial Driver is a surgical instrument used to implant and remove polyaxial screws of varying …

SeaSpine Inc

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 2, 2014

Ingenia 3.0T, magnetic resonance imaging system.

Philips Medical Systems, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 2, 2014

ANSPACH***REF SP-4605-00***Arthroscopic Suture Anchor assembly with Suture Threader***Rx Only*** This device is intended to be used with Anspach S…

The Anspach Effort, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 2, 2014

ANSPACH***REF 98-0020***Modified Arthroscopic Knotless Suture Anchor Deployment Tool with Suture Puller***Rx Only*** This device is intended to be…

The Anspach Effort, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 2, 2014

ANSPACH***Arthroscopic Knotless Suture Anchor***Rx Only*** This device is intended to be used with Anspach Systems

The Anspach Effort, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 2, 2014

ANSPACH***REF 98-0048***Custom Circular ePLUS-FP***Rx Only*** This device is intended to be used with Anspach Systems

The Anspach Effort, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 2, 2014

Siemens Healthcare ADVIA Acid/Base Reagent 1 and 2 Kit containing ADVIA Centaur Acid Reagent bottles, lot number: 454778 Kit Catalog Number: 112219 …

Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 2, 2014

SteriGear Urinary Drain Bag with Fig Leaf Cover, 2000 ml, REF 10270, The Fig Leaf, SteriGear 362 S. University Avenue, provo, UT 84601, 1-800-398-325…

SteriGear, LLC

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 2, 2014

ANSPACH***REF 98-0019***Modified MDA Tube with MA-D20 Attachment***Rx Only*** This device is intended to be used with Anspach Systems

The Anspach Effort, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 2, 2014

Ingenia 3.0T R5, magnetic resonance imaging system.

Philips Medical Systems, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 2, 2014

ANSPACH***REF 98-0034***Custom XMax Motor, Pneumatic with Hand Control and Custom Autolube III IRR Foot Pedal***Rx Only*** This device is intended…

The Anspach Effort, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 2, 2014

ANSPACH***REF SP-3014-00***4mm Fluted Ball for MRI***Rx Only*** This device is intended to be used with Anspach Systems

The Anspach Effort, Inc.

FDA Devices Critical Jul 2, 2014

HydroFinity Hydrophilic guidewire; Nitinol Guidewire with Hydrophilic Coating, Sterile.Nitinol Guidewire with Hydrophilic Coating, Sterile. 0.03…

Nitinol Devices and Components, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 2, 2014

ANSPACH***eMax2 Lower Profile Foot Pedal***Rx Only*** This device is intended to be used with Anspach Systems

The Anspach Effort, Inc.

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Data sources

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.