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Hospira Inc.

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257 recalls on record · Latest: May 31, 2017

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#48 of 14,151 · 257 notices · 0.246% archive

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  • LATEST May 31, 2017
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Nearest notice-volume peer: Intuitive Surgical, Inc. (0 notice gap)

Hospira Inc. accounts for about 0.246% of the 104,423-notice archive on 257 distinct filings — a heavy share signal beside absolute volume. FDA · CPSC · USDA FSIS · NHTSA notice stamps for this firm. Read with this firm → · Dominant category → · Similar-volume firm →

Where Hospira Inc. sits among 14,151 recalling firms

Hospira Inc. ranks 48th of 14,151 tracked firms by distinct recall-event count. Archive size reflects filing volume, not inherent product danger.

Hospira Inc. vs all firms by recall-notice count

Where this firm's archive sits among every tracked recalling manufacturer

257 48th of 14151 higher than 14,102 of 14,151 firms

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Source FDA · CPSC · USDA FSIS · NHTSA federal recall filings · 2026-09-13

Hospira Inc. in the notice-volume neighbourhood

Distinct federal recall events among this firm and nearest nationwide peers

notices

What this shows Hospira Inc. holds about 0.246% of archive notices alongside 257 distinct filings.

Source FDA · CPSC · USDA FSIS · NHTSA filings aggregated by PlainRecalls As of September 2026

How the 257 notices break down

Same federal filing book as the hero total — split by issuing agency, no new counts.

FDA Drug Critical May 31, 2017

Infant 25% DEXTROSE Injection, USP, 2.5 g (250 mg/mL), 10 mL Unit of Use Single-dose Syringe per carton, Rx only, Hospira Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045, NDC 0409-1775-10
FDA Devices Moderate Jan 18, 2017

Minibore Extension Set, 59 Inch with Spin Lock Collar, Non-DEHP, Latex-Free Intended use: For the administration of drugs and solutions to a patient's vascular system through a vascular access device.
FDA Drug Low Dec 14, 2016

5% Lidocaine HCL and 7.5% Dextrose Injection, USP, 2 mL Single-dose ampule, 5 count box, Rx Only, For Spinal Anesthesia Only, Manufactured by Hospira, Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045, NDC 0409-4712-01
FDA Drug Moderate Nov 30, 2016

Fentanyl Citrate Injection, USP, 100 mcg Fentanyl/ 2mL, Single Dose, 50 mcg/mL, Rx only, Hospira, Inc., Lake Forest IL 60045, NDC 0409-4093-32
FDA Devices Moderate Nov 16, 2016

Symbiq Two Channel Infuser; an Rx medical device infusion pump used to administer I.V. fluids. List number 16027. Note that Hospira retired this pump June 30, 2015. The Hospira Symbiq Infusion System is intended for the delivery of fluids, solutions, drugs, agents, nutritionals, electrolytes, blood, and blood products via parenteral, enteral, intravenous, intra-arterial, subcutaneous, epidural, or irrigation routes of administration.
FDA Devices Moderate Nov 16, 2016

Symbiq One Channel Infuser; an Rx medical device infusion pump used to administer I.V. fluids. List number 16026. Note that Hospira retired this pump June 30, 2015. The Hospira Symbiq Infusion System is intended for the delivery of fluids, solutions, drugs, agents, nutritionals, electrolytes, blood, and blood products via parenteral, enteral, intravenous, intra-arterial, subcutaneous, epidural, or irrigation routes of administration.
FDA Devices Moderate Nov 9, 2016

Symbiq Two Channel Infuser; an Rx medical device infusion pump used to administer I.V. fluids; Product List Number 16027
FDA Devices Moderate Nov 9, 2016

Symbiq One Channel Infuser; an Rx medical device infusion pump used to administer I.V. fluids; Product List Number 16026
FDA Devices Moderate Nov 2, 2016

Symbiq Two Channel Infuser; an Rx medical device infusion pump used to administer I.V. fluids Device is a general purpose infusion pump designed to deliver fluids, solutions, medications, agents, nutritionals, electrolytes, blood and blood products for parenteral administration; and various solution through enteral, intravenous, intra-arterial, subcutaneous, and pathways.
FDA Devices Moderate Nov 2, 2016

Symbiq One Channel Infuser; an Rx medical device infusion pump used to administer I.V. fluids Device is a general purpose infusion pump designed to deliver fluids, solutions, medications, agents, nutritionals, electrolytes, blood and blood products for parenteral administration; and various solution through enteral, intravenous, intra-arterial, subcutaneous, and pathways.
FDA Devices Moderate Sep 28, 2016

LifeCare PCA Infusion System with Hospira MedNet Software, PCA Serial List Number 20709 Allows for clinician administration or self-administration of analgesic medications.
FDA Devices Moderate Sep 28, 2016

LifeCare PCA 3, PCA Serial List Number 12384 Allows for clinician administration or self-administration of analgesic medications.
FDA Drug Moderate Sep 21, 2016

DOBUTamine Injection, USP 250 mg/20 mL, 20 mL Vial, For IV Use Only, Must be Diluted Prior to Use, (12.5 mg per mL), Rx Only, Hospira, Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045 USA, NDC 0409-2025-20
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 multiple therapies across the general spectrum of clinical care. The Plum A+ family infusion pumps are self-contained, microprocessor based infusion devices.
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 delivery of multiple therapies across the general spectrum of clinical care. The Plum A+ family infusion pumps are self-contained, microprocessor based infusion devices.
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 multiple therapies across the general spectrum of clinical care. The Plum A+ family infusion pumps are self-contained, microprocessor based infusion devices.
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 provides precise delivery of multiple therapies across the general spectrum of clinical care. The Plum A+ family infusion pumps are self-contained, microprocessor based infusion devices.
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 provides precise delivery of multiple therapies across the general spectrum of clinical care. The Plum A+ family infusion pumps are self-contained, microprocessor based infusion devices.
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 multiple therapies across the general spectrum of clinical care. The Plum A+ family infusion pumps are self-contained, microprocessor based infusion devices.
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 multiple therapies across the general spectrum of clinical care. The Plum A+ family infusion pumps are self-contained, microprocessor based infusion devices.
FDA Devices Moderate Sep 14, 2016

Plum A+3 Infusion Pump System. List Number 12348. The Plum A+ Infusion Systems are a multi-purpose family of devices that provides precise delivery of multiple therapies across the general spectrum of clinical care. The Plum A+ family infusion pumps are self-contained, microprocessor based infusion devices.
FDA Devices Moderate Sep 14, 2016

Plum A+ Infusion Pump with Hospira MedNet Software. List Number 20679. The Plum A+ Infusion Systems are a multi-purpose family of devices that provides precise delivery of multiple therapies across the general spectrum of clinical care. The Plum A+ family infusion pumps are self-contained, microprocessor based infusion devices.
FDA Devices Moderate Aug 24, 2016

Hospira RECEPTAL LINERS: 1L(1000mL), 1.5L (1500mL), 2L (2000mL) 1) List Number 43056-01; 2) List Number 43023-01; 3) List Number 43025-01; 4) List Number 43025-11; 5) List Number 43025-21; 6) List Number 43025-25; 7) List Number 43038-05; 8) List Number 43043-01; 9) List Number 43044-01; 10) List Number 43044-11; 11) List Number 43046-01; 12) List Number 43047-01; 13) List Number 43041-01; 14) List Number 43024-01; 15) List Number 43027-01; 16) List Number 43027-
FDA Devices Moderate Aug 24, 2016

Hospira RECEPTAL CANISTERS: 1L(1000mL), 1.5L(1500mL), 2L(2000mL) Canister, ATS, 2000, with Valve 1) List Numbers 43449-01 and 43449-11; LIST NO. 43449 RECEPTAL CANISTER; CANISTER FOR REUSE, THROW AWAY LINER ONLY; DO NOT FILL 900 ABOVE LINE 2) List Numbers 43423-01 and 43423-21; LIST NO. 43423; RECEPTAL CANISTER; CANISTER FOR REUSE; THROW AWAY LINER ONLY; 1400. 3) List Numbers 43445-01 and 43445-11; LIST NO. 43445; RECEPTAL CANISTER; CANISTER FOR REUSE; THROW AWAY LINER ONLY; DO NOT FILL

FDA Drug Moderate Jul 20, 2016

Diazepam Injection USP 10mg/2mL (5 mg/mL, 2 mL), Rx only, Hospira Inc. Lake Forest, IL 60045, NDC 0409-1273-32
FDA Devices Moderate Jul 20, 2016

The LifeCare PCA Plus II infusion pump system is designed for safe, effective, analgesic delivery to patients through the intravenous or epidural routes in a wide range of clinical settings, including ICU, CCU, SICU, trauma units, bone marrow transplant centers, burn units, oncology centers, and medical/surgical nursing units.
FDA Devices Moderate Jul 20, 2016

The PCA 3 system cam be used in a wide range of clinical settings, including but not limited to: general floor, labor/delivery,post-partum, burn unit, medical surgical, operating room, oncology, critical care units, post-anesthesia care unit (PACU), and pediatrics. The PCA 3 infusion pump allows clinicians to administer or patients to self-administer analgesia safely and effectively within clinician programmed limits. The epidural route can be used to provide anesthesia or analgesia.
FDA Devices Moderate Jul 20, 2016

The LifeCare Pump Model 4200 PCA Infuser makes possible the practical implementation of patient-controlled analgesia. The health care professional sets the prescribed dose, rates, and limits for the drug to be infused. The infuser can be set to operate in one of three modes: PCA Mode, Continuous Mode, and PCA + Continuous Mode. The LifeCare Pump Model 4200 PCA Infuser is designed with a number of mechanical, electrical, and software safeguards that prevent patient injury or drug abuse.
FDA Devices Moderate Jul 20, 2016

LifeCare PCA infusion system with Hospira MedNet software allows clinicians to administer, or patients to self-administer analgesia, safely and effectively within clinician programmed limits and/or hospital-defined medication limits. The LifeCare PCA infusion system is used in a wide range of clinical settings that includes but is not limited to the following: medical, laboratory/delivery/post-partum, burn unit, surgical, operating room, oncology, critical care units, post-anesthesia care unit (
FDA Drug Critical Jul 13, 2016

Magnesium Sulfate Inj., USP 50%, 10 g/20 mL (0.5 g/mL), (4 mEq Magnesium/mL, 20 mL Single-dose vial, packaged in 25 vials per box, Rx Only, Hospira, Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045, NDC 0409-2168-02, barcode (01) 2 030409 216802 5.
FDA Devices Moderate Jul 6, 2016

Symbiq One Channel Infuser; an Rx medical device infusion pump used to administer I.V. fluids Device is a general purpose infusion pump designed to deliver fluids, solutions, medications, agents, nutritionals, electrolytes, blood and blood products for parenteral administration; and various solution through enteral, intravenous, intra-arterial, subcutaneous, and pathways.
FDA Devices Moderate Jul 6, 2016

*** 1) Product labeled in part: 19734-28; LIFESHIELD; LIFESHIELD LATEX-FREE PLUM SET, MICRODRIP,PP SOLUSET,FILTER, 3 CLAVE PORTS, OPTION-LOK, NON-DEHP; NOMINAL LENGTH: 124 IN (315 IN); PRIMING VOLUME: 14 ML; *** 2) Product labeled in part: 19732-28; LIFESHIELD; LIFESHIELD LATEX-FREE PLUM SET,MICRODRIP,PP CHECK VALVE AND CLAVE OPTION-LOK, NON-DEHP; NOMINAL LENGTH:104 IN (264 CM); PRIMING VOLUME: 13 ML; Product Usage: The CLAVE of the secondary port is used as an easy secondary access that allo
FDA Devices Moderate Jul 6, 2016

*** 1) Product labeled in part: 19683-28; LIFESHIELD; MICRODRIP SOLUSET WITH 1.2 MICRON FILTER 150ML BURETTE PLUMSET, CONVERTIBLE PIN, CLAVE SECONDARY PORT, OPTION-LOK, NON-DEHP; NOMINAL LENGTH: 118 IN; PRIMING VOLUME: 14 ML; *** 2) Product labeled in part: List No. 19685-28; LifeShield; LATEX-FREE; PLUMSET, PRIMARY CONVERTIBLE PP W/ SIGHT CHAMBER, THREE WAY STOPCOCK, CLAVE INJECTION PORTS, OPTION-LOK, NON-DEHP; NOMINAL LENGTH: 136 IN (345 CM); PRIMING VOLUME: 24 ML; *** 3) Product labeled

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 6, 2016

*** 1) Product labeled in part: List No. 14212-28; LIFESHIELD; PLUM Y-TYPE BLOOD SET; 200 Micron Filter, CLAVE Port, Non-Vented, 110 Inch, Non-DEHP; *** 2) Product labeled in part: List No. 14254-28; LIFESHIELD; PRIMARY PLUMSET; CLAVE Port 2 CLAVE Y-Sites, 0.2 Micron Filter, 112 Inch, Non-DEHP; *** 3) Product labeled in part: List No. 14687-28; LIFESHIELD; PRIMARY PLUMSET; CLAVE Port, CLAVE Y-Site; 103 Inch, Non-DEHP; Product Usage: The CLAVE of the secondary port is used as an easy second
FDA Devices Moderate Jul 6, 2016

*** 1) Product labeled in part: 14951-48; LIFESHIELD; PLUMSET WITH CONVERTIBLE PIERCING PIN, TWO INTEGRAL CLAVE PORTS AND CLAVE ON SECONDARY PORT; NOMINAL LENGTH: 104 IN (264 CM); PRIMING VOLUME: 19 ML; *** 2) Product labeled in part: 14952-01; LIFESHIELD; HEMA Y-TYPE BLOOD PLUMSET, NONVENTED WITH 210 MICRON FILTER AND OPTION-LOK, DUAL CHANNEL, CLAVE SECONDARY PORT; NOMINAL LENGTH: 102 IN (260 CM); PRIMING VOLUME: 69 ML; *** 3) Product labeled in part: 14954-28; LIFESHIELD; LIFECARE 5000 WI
FDA Devices Moderate Jul 6, 2016

*** 1) Product labeled in part: List No. 14220-28; PLUM Y-TYPE BLOOD SET; 200 Micron Filter, CLAVE Port, CLAVE Y-Site, Non-Vented, 110 Inch, Non-DEHP; Product Usage: The CLAVE of the secondary port is used as an easy secondary access that allows concurrent and piggyback mode in infusion. It is normally used with a syringe or a secondary IV infusion set.
FDA Devices Moderate Jul 6, 2016

Symbiq Two Channel Infuser; an Rx medical device infusion pump used to administer I.V. fluids Device is a general purpose infusion pump designed to deliver fluids, solutions, medications, agents, nutritionals, electrolytes, blood and blood products for parenteral administration; and various solution through enteral, intravenous, intra-arterial, subcutaneous, and pathways.
FDA Drug Moderate Jun 22, 2016

Vancomycin Hydrochloride for Injection, USP, 10 g, 100 mL vial, Rx only, Hospira, Lake Forest, IL, NDC 0409-6510-01
FDA Devices Moderate Jun 15, 2016

The Plum A+ is a dual-line volumetric infusion system designed to meet the growing demand for hospital-wide, as well as alternate site and home healthcare, standardization. With its primary line, secondary line, and piggyback fluid delivery capability, the Plum A+ is suited for a wide range of medical/surgical and critical care applications. Full compatibility with LifeCare Plum Series administration sets and accessories. Each system includes a pumping module (hereafter called the infuser) a
FDA Devices Moderate Jun 15, 2016

The Plum 360 is a large volume infuser capable of delivering fluids for a variety of therapies such as parenteral, enteral, or epidural infusions. The Plum 360 infuser can deliver fluids over a broad range of infusion rates and is capable of Concurrent delivery from one or more rigid or flexible fluid containers. The Plum 360 infuser features Concurrent, Secondary, and Piggyback infusions. A positive valving cassette allows two lines to be delivered at independent rates. The volume to be infuse
FDA Drug Critical Jun 1, 2016

8.4% Sodium Bicarbonate Injection, USP 50mEq (1mEq/mL), 4.2 grams (84 mg/mL), 50 mL, Rx only, Hospira Inc, Lake Forest, IL 60045, NDC 0409-6625-02
FDA Drug Low May 25, 2016

Magnesium Sulfate Inj., USP 50%, 10 g/20 mL (0.5 g/mL), (4 mEq Magnesium/mL, 20 mL Single-dose vial, packaged in 25 vials per box, Rx Only, Hospira, Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045, NDC 0409-2168-02, barcode (01) 2 030409 216802 5.
FDA Drug Low May 11, 2016

Quelicin (Succinylcholine Chloride) Injection, USP 200 mg. (20 mg/mL), 10 mL Multiple-dose vial, packaged in 25 Unit vials per carton, Rx only, HOSPIRA, INC., LAKE FOREST, IL 60045 USA, NDC 0409-6629-02
FDA Drug Moderate Apr 27, 2016

Dextrose Injection, USP, 20%, Packaged as 500 mL in 1000 mL Bags, Rx only, Hospira, Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045, NDC 0409-7935-19, Barcode (01) 0 030409 793519 2
FDA Drug Moderate Apr 27, 2016

Mannitol I.V., 20%, USP (20 g/ 100 mL), Packaged in 250 mL Bags, Rx Only, Hospira, Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045, NDC: 0409-7715-02, Barcode (01) 0 030409 771502 2
FDA Drug Moderate Apr 27, 2016

Dextrose Injection, USP, 50%, Packaged as 500 mL in 1000 mL Bag, Rx only, Hospira, Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045, NDC 0409-7936-19, Barcode (01) 0 030409 793619 9
FDA Drug Moderate Apr 27, 2016

Dextrose Injection, USP, 70%, Packaged as 500 mL in 1000 mL Bag, Rx only, Hospira, Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045, NDC 0409-7918-19, Barcode (01) 0 030409 791819 5
FDA Drug Moderate Apr 27, 2016

Potassium Chloride Injection 20 mEq, 400 mEq/L, Packaged in 50 mL Bags, Rx only, Hospira, Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045, NDC 0409-7077-14
FDA Drug Moderate Apr 27, 2016

Aminosyn-PF (amino acids) 7%, Sulfite-Free, 500 mL Bags, Rx Only, Hospira, Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045, NDC: 0409-4178-03 Barcode (01) 0 030409 417803 5
FDA Drug Low Mar 2, 2016

Normosol-M and 5% Dextrose (multiple electrolytes and 5% dextrose) Injection Type 1, USP, 1000 mL Single-Dose Container bag, Rx only, Hospira, Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045, NDC 0409-7965-09, Barcode (01) 0 030409 796509 0.

Hospira Inc. carries an outsized archive share

Drug and device firms outside this manufacturer and state, matched by notice volume and category footprint.

Similar recall count

Nearest multi-notice firms by distinct-event totals (257 here — heavy-book).

Intuitive Surgical, Inc. 257 Smith & Nephew, Inc. 258 Biomet, Inc. 255 Hyundai 261 The Anspach Effort, Inc. 261

Frequently Asked Questions

How many federal recall notices name Hospira Inc.? ▼
PlainRecalls indexes 257 distinct federal recall events naming Hospira Inc., aggregated from FDA, CPSC, USDA FSIS, and NHTSA filings (archive as of September 2026). That count is an issuance inventory, not a hazard score.
Where does Hospira Inc. sit among other recalling firms? ▼
Hospira Inc. ranks #48 of 14,151 by distinct recall-event count among 14,151 firms in this archive (99th percentile of firms with fewer notices). Rank tracks filing frequency, not product danger.
Which agency issues most of Hospira Inc.'s notices? ▼
FDA Drug accounts for 149 of this firm's 257 indexed notices across 2 issuing agencies.
What product category dominates Hospira Inc.'s filing book? ▼
Filings for Hospira Inc. span 3 product categories, led by drugs. Browse that category archive for peer firms and related notices.
Is a higher notice count more dangerous? ▼
No. Archive size reflects how often federal agencies publish recalls naming the firm — reporting volume, coverage, and product range all move the number. Always verify the individual notice with the issuing agency before acting on a specific product.
Hospira Inc.: 257 federal recall notices aggregated from FDA, CPSC, USDA FSIS, and NHTSA filings (lead agency FDA Drug). Verify individual notices with FDA directly before acting on a specific recall.

Firm-level totals aggregate distinct federal recall events naming Hospira Inc.; individual notices remain authoritative on each linked recall page.

Methodology · Corrections · FDA · CPSC · USDA FSIS · NHTSA · Archive as of September 2026