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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

Categories, banded by distinct recall-event inventory

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Source FDA · CPSC · USDA FSIS · NHTSA federal recall filings · 2026-09-03

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 17, 2013

***REF C7122***QTY 1***APEX Arthroscopy Tubing Set. Intended for use for joint irrigation and dissention during arthroscopic procedures.

Linvatec Corp. dba ConMed Linvatec

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 17, 2013

Finger Sensor for Remmers Recorder (Formerly SnoreSat Sleep recorder) To be used to gather heart rate and blood oxygen data during a sleep study.

SagaTech Electronics, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 17, 2013

da Vinci Si Vision System Cart, model number VS3000; Manufactured by Intuitive Surgical, Sunnyvale, CA 94086. Intuitive Surgical endoscopic Ins…

Intuitive Surgical, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 17, 2013

***REF C7120***APEX Arthroscopy Tubing Set. Intended for use for joint irrigation and dissention during arthroscopic procedures.

Linvatec Corp. dba ConMed Linvatec

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 17, 2013

Fresenius Service Replacement 0-Ring. Used in as a service part in 4 sub-assemblies manufactured and/or refurbished Fresenius hemodialysis machi…

Fresenius Medical Care Holdings, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 17, 2013

REF 154237 Oxford Fixed Bearing Partial Knee Cemented Lateral Tibia Size F5 ARCOM UHMWPE / CO-CR-MO Alloy Only for use in Lateral compartment Ste…

Biomet, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 17, 2013

Four Lead Arthroscopic Irrigation Set, for use with ARTHROMATIC Plastic Containers, Product Code 2C4031 -Approximate Length 99" (2.5. m) Usage: B…

Baxter Healthcare Corp.

FDA Devices Low Jul 17, 2013

RigiflexTM 11 Single-Use Achalasia Balloon Dilator, Material Number (UPN) M00554510 Product Usage: The Boston Scientific Corporation RigiflexTM I…

Boston Scientific Corporation

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 17, 2013

da Vinci Dual Camera Controller, model number DC3000; Manufactured by Intuitive Surgical, Sunnyvale, CA 94086. Intuitive Surgical endoscopic In…

Intuitive Surgical, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 17, 2013

Integra Hallu-Fix cannulated screw driver (model number P/N 129733ND) and cannulated screwdriver tip (model number P/N 129735ND). Indicated for us…

Integra LifeSciences Corp.

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 17, 2013

REF 154203 Oxford Fixed Bearing Partial Knee Cemented Lateral Tibia Size A6 ARCOM UHMWPE / CO-CR-MO Alloy Only for use in Lateral compartment Ste…

Biomet, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 17, 2013

REF 154208 Oxford Fixed Bearing Partial Knee Cemented Lateral Tibia Size B4 ARCOM UHMWPE / CO-CR-MO Alloy Only for use in Lateral compartment Ste…

Biomet, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 17, 2013

REF 154222 Oxford Fixed Bearing Partial Knee Cemented Lateral Tibia Size D4 ARCOM UHMWPE / CO-CR-MO Alloy Only for use in Lateral compartment Ste…

Biomet, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 17, 2013

REF 154210 Oxford Fixed Bearing Partial Knee Cemented Lateral Tibia Size 6ARCOM UHMWPE / CO-CR-MO Alloy Only for use in Lateral compartment Steri…

Biomet, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 17, 2013

REF 154202 Oxford Fixed Bearing Partial Knee Cemented Lateral Tibia Size A5 ARCOM UHMWPE / CO-CR-MO Alloy Only for use in Lateral compartment Ste…

Biomet, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 17, 2013

NephroMax high Pressure nephrostomy Balloon Catheter Kit. Material Number/Catalog Number: M0062101600/210-160, M0062101640/210-164 Dilation of t…

Boston Scientific Corporation

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 17, 2013

da Vinci Si Surgeon Side Cart, model number SS3000; Manufactured by Intuitive Surgical, Sunnyvale, CA 94086. Intuitive Surgical endoscopic Inst…

Intuitive Surgical, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 17, 2013

REF 154221 Oxford Fixed Bearing Partial Knee Cemented Lateral Tibia Size D3 ARCOM UHMWPE / CO-CR-MO Alloy Only for use in Lateral compartment Ste…

Biomet, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 17, 2013

TOSHIBA Kalare Diagnostic X-Ray System K110785

Toshiba American Medical Systems Inc

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 17, 2013

REF 154200 Oxford Fixed Bearing Partial Knee Cemented Lateral Tibia Size A3 ARCOM UHMWPE / CO-CR-MO Alloy Only for use in Lateral compartment Ste…

Biomet, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 17, 2013

REF 154217 Oxford Fixed Bearing Partial Knee Cemented Lateral Tibia Size C6 ARCOM UHMWPE / CO-CR-MO Alloy Only for use in Lateral compartment Ste…

Biomet, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 17, 2013

NephroMax high Pressure Nephrostomy Balloon Catheter. Material Number/Catalog Number: M0062101400/210-140, M062101440/210144 Dilation of the nephr…

Boston Scientific Corporation

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 17, 2013

REF 154207 Oxford Fixed Bearing Partial Knee Cemented Lateral Tibia Size B3 ARCOM UHMWPE / CO-CR-MO Alloy Only for use in Lateral compartment Ste…

Biomet, Inc.

FDA Devices Critical Jul 17, 2013

Tracoe Mini 3.0mm Tube, for pediatric use. Pediatric tracheostomy tube used to provide safe airway access.

Bryan Medical Inc

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 17, 2013

da Vinci Instrument Control Box, model number ICB3000; Manufactured by Intuitive Surgical, Sunnyvale, CA 94086. Intuitive Surgical endoscopic I…

Intuitive Surgical, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 17, 2013

REF 154214 Oxford Fixed Bearing Partial Knee Cemented Lateral Tibia Size C3 ARCOM UHMWPE / CO-CR-MO Alloy Only for use in Lateral compartment Ste…

Biomet, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 17, 2013

REF 154230 Oxford Fixed Bearing Partial Knee Cemented Lateral Tibia Size E5 ARCOM UHMWPE / CO-CR-MO Alloy Only for use in Lateral compartment Ste…

Biomet, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 17, 2013

REF 154236 Oxford Fixed Bearing Partial Knee Cemented Lateral Tibia Size F4 ARCOM UHMWPE / CO-CR-MO Alloy Only for use in Lateral compartment Ste…

Biomet, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 17, 2013

Sovereign¿ Compact Phacoemulsification System, v 5.3, Part Number: CMP680300. The system is used for cataract surgery.

Abbott Medical Optics, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 17, 2013

Baxter's elastomeric infusion pumps are non-electronic, ambulatory, disposable devices that deliver continuous medication for periods of 30 minutes u…

Baxter Healthcare Corp.

CPSC No agency class Jul 11, 2013

Hollis Recalls Digital Dive Computers Due to Drowning Hazard

Pelagic Pressure Systems, of San Leandro, Calif.

FDA Drug Moderate Jul 10, 2013

HCG 1000 units/ml, 30 mL syringe, Clinical Specialties Compounding Pharmacy, 318 Baston Road, Augusta, GA 30907

Clinical Specialties Compounding Pharmacy

FDA Drug Moderate Jul 10, 2013

HCG 500 units/ml, 10 mL syringe, Clinical Specialties Compounding Pharmacy, 318 Baston Road, Augusta, GA 30907

Clinical Specialties Compounding Pharmacy

FDA Drug Moderate Jul 10, 2013

HCG 2000 units/ml, 30 mL syringe, Clinical Specialties Compounding Pharmacy, 318 Baston Road, Augusta, GA 30907

Clinical Specialties Compounding Pharmacy

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 10, 2013

ORTHO¿ Assay Software (OAS) Server, Catalog # 6842840 Usage: The ORTHO¿ Summit System (OSS) is a modular, integrated system for use with licensed…

Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 10, 2013

20-Pole LASSO Nav Catheter Eco, Catalog # D-1349-02S. Designed to facilitate electrophysiological mapping of the atria of the heart.

Biosense Webster, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 10, 2013

1) VITROS 5,1 FS Chemistry System (product code 6801375) and 2) VITROS 5,1 FS Chemistry System Refurbished (product code 6801890) Product Usage: …

Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 10, 2013

Bigliani/Flatow¿ The Complete Solution Fukuda Retractors Large Nonsterile 4305-19-40. Used in retracting the humeral shaft posteriorly and exposi…

Zimmer, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 10, 2013

- Relieva Flex Sinus Guide Catheter (Green) Tip Shape: F-70 Ref. GC070RF Lot 122429 - Relieva Luma Sentry 20 Tip Angle, 0.035 Diameter 100cm Ref. …

Surgical Instrument Service And Savings, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 10, 2013

Computed Tomography X-ray systems Product Usage: The Brilliance CT 64, Ingenuity Core, and Ingenuity Core128 scanners are whole body Computed To…

Philips Medical Systems (Cleveland) Inc

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 10, 2013

- CLEAR-TRAC COMPLETE, Threaded Cannula with Obturator, (Grey) 7.0mm x 72mm Ref. 72200905 Lot 122631, 122609 - CLEAR-TRAC Flexible Cannula System …

Surgical Instrument Service And Savings, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 10, 2013

-Scorpion Needle, For Use With Scorpion Suture Passer, (Blue). Ref. AR-13990N Lot 123263 -SureFire Scorpion Needle (purple). Ref. AR-13991N Lot …

Surgical Instrument Service And Savings, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 10, 2013

-Instratek Carpal Tunnel Release Blades, (1) Triangle Blade, (1) Hook Blade. REF R2056 - LOT 122279 -Instratek Carpal Tunnel Release Hook Blade. …

Surgical Instrument Service And Savings, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 10, 2013

InSpan Inserter, Right Assembly; InSpan Inserter, Left Assembly Product Usage: Inserters are stainless steel instruments that have an inner shaft…

SpineFrontier, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 10, 2013

- Calf Garment Standard Ref. L501-M Lot 122549, 122985 - Calf Garment, DVT10 Standard Ref. DVT10 Lot 122570, 12546 - Calf Garment, DVT20 Lar…

Surgical Instrument Service And Savings, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 10, 2013

VITROS 5600 Integrated System (product code 6802413) Product Usage: For use in the in vitro quantitative, semi-quantitative, and qualitative mea…

Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 10, 2013

- IDEAL 30 Suture Grasper (Green) 30 Degree Ref. 251721 Lot 122511 - IDEAL 60 Suture Grasper (Pink) 60 Degree Ref. 251723 Lot 122631 Passer

Surgical Instrument Service And Savings, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 10, 2013

- Re-New II Endocut Scissor Tip, 16.51mm 5.0mm Ref. 3142 Lot 122295, 122308, 122455, 122875 Manual surgical instrument for general use.

Surgical Instrument Service And Savings, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 10, 2013

-90 Degree L-Hook Tip Arthroscopic Electrode, for use with 7205440 Switchpen, (Blue) 170mm. Ref. 7205441 Lot 122502 -Acromioplasty Electrode (Grey…

Surgical Instrument Service And Savings, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 10, 2013

- ACCU-PASS Suture Shuttle, 70 Degree, Upbend, (Orange) Ref. 72200419 Lot 122504 - Carpal Tunnel Release Blade Assembly, (White) Ref. 81010 Lot 1…

Surgical Instrument Service And Savings, 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.