2012 Recalls
3,552 recalls · Page 11 of 72
2012 Recall Year Insight
Federal agencies issued 3,552 product recalls indexed by PlainRecalls in calendar year 2012. That represents about 4.23% of the 83,949 total recalls we track from 1995 through the present, and averages roughly 9.7 recalls per day across the FDA, CPSC, NHTSA, and USDA FSIS combined. Year-level views are the cleanest way to see macro patterns: volume spikes often correlate with new regulatory priorities (e.g., infant-sleep products after 2021, lithium-ion batteries after 2022), supply-chain contamination events, or changes in agency enforcement intensity, while quiet years can reflect either genuine product-safety improvements or reduced agency staffing and reporting lag. With 72 pages at 50 recalls each, browsing this year end-to-end gives a statistically representative sample of what the federal recall pipeline looked like in 2012.
On this page of 50 records, severity classification shows 25 critical, 25 moderate, and 0 lower-severity recalls. The page references 32 distinct recalling firms operating in 5 distinct product categories, with 48 of 50 records disclosing affected-unit counts. Issuing-agency distribution on this slice leans toward FDA Food (34), CPSC (10), FDA Devices (4), which matters because each agency's recall authority, hazard framing, and remedy mechanism differ — an FDA food recall, a CPSC consumer-product recall, and a NHTSA vehicle recall are legally distinct instruments even when the underlying hazard language sounds similar. Reviewing the dominant agency for a given year is one of the fastest ways to understand where federal attention was concentrated.
Year-indexed browsing serves three practical purposes: historical research (tracking how a hazard class evolved over time), consumer action (finding whether a product purchased in 2012 was later recalled), and journalistic or regulatory context (understanding what the enforcement landscape looked like in a given period). Every record on this page links to a full detail view with the hazard, remedy, distribution, and agency-assigned recall number — always use that recall number to verify current status directly with the issuing agency before acting on time-sensitive remedies, because agencies amend, terminate, and expand recalls in the months and years after initial publication. Data on this page reflects federal agency public filings; the agency's live record remains authoritative for legal, medical, or safety decisions. Verify with FDA openFDA, CPSC, NHTSA, or USDA FSIS for the system-of-record on any specific recall. PlainRecalls indexes this archive for research and consumer awareness purposes.
Tested AC Control BD, 120V, X2 The Terumo HX2 Temperature Management System is a selfcontained, dual channel system for supplying temperature cont…
Terumo Cardiovascular Systems Corporation
Perfusion System 8000, base 4 pump, 115V safety monitor included The Sarns" Modular Perfusion System 8000 is indicated for use for up to 6 hours o…
Terumo Cardiovascular Systems Corporation
TriVascular brand Fill Polymer Kit, Endovascular Graft, Aneurysm Treatment System, European Model Number: TVFP14-B, (in European distributor inventor…
Trivascular, Inc
PT Link Waterbath, Model#PT100. Lab Vision PT Module Plus provides an automated standarized alternative to labor intensive and time consuming dewa…
Dako North America Inc.
Hunter Douglas Recalls to Repair Custom Cellular and Pleated Window Coverings Due to Strangulation Hazard
Hunter Douglas Fabrication Co., of West Sacramento, Calif.
Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Recalls Foam Pumpkin Turkey Craft Kit Due to Risk of Magnet Ingestion Hazard
Ningbo Golden Time Gifts and Crafts, of China
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Children's Pajamas Recalled by Boden Due to Violation of Federal Flammability Standards
J.P. Boden & Co. Ltd., of the United Kingdom
Girl's Pajamas Recalled by Elephantito Due to Violation of Federal Flammability Standard
Catalogo S.A.C., of Lima, Peru
Suffocation, Entrapment Risks Prompt Recall of PeaPod Travel Tents by KidCo
American Honda Recalls Portable Generators Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
American Honda Motor Co. Inc., of Torrance, Calif.
Ceiling-Mounted Light Fixtures Recalled by Dolan Northwest Due to Fire and Shock Hazards
Dongguan Young Long Electric Co. Ltd.
John Deere Recalls Utility Vehicles Powered by Kawasaki Engines Due to Fire Hazard
Deere & Company of Moline, Ill.
Kawasaki Motors Recalls Fuel Filters for Lawn Mower and Utility Vehicle Engines Due to Fire Hazard
Kawasaki Motors Corp. USA of Grand Rapids, Mich.
Kawasaki Motors Recalls Lawn Mower Engines Due to Fire Hazard
Kawasaki Motors Corp. USA of Grand Rapids, Mich.
"Alcapurria Jueyes" (Crab-filled fritters) - Food Service
Fabrica Confecciones Soto, Inc.
Penn State Creamery/Berkey Creamery Ice Cream -- German Chocolate Cake flavor; 3 gallon (paper), 1/2 gallon (paper) and pints (plastic)
Pennsylvania State University Berkey Creamery
Penn State Creamery/Berkey Creamery Ice Cream -- Keeny Beany Chocolate flavor; 3 gallon (paper), 1/2 gallon (paper) and pints (plastic)
Pennsylvania State University Berkey Creamery
Turkey Hill Mint Chocolate Chip All Natural Ice Cream, 48 oz, UPC 0-20735-11203-8
Turkey Hill Dairy, Inc.
Bacon Brittle, 2 lbs packaged in plastic bags (bulk product)
Southern Belle, Inc.
Peanut Butter Cup Ice Cream: 1) Velvet Supreme Peanut Butter Cup 1/2 gallon MFD BY VELVET ICE CREAM CO., INC UTICA, OHIO 43080 1-800-589-5000; UPC #7…
Velvet Ice Cream Company
Belfonte Mama's Choice Premium Ice Cream, Reverse Peanut Butter Pie, Peanut Butter Coated Fudge Filled Cups, Peanut Butter Flakes and Swirled Chocola…
Belfonte Ice Cream & Dairy Foods Co
Starbucks Protein Bistro Box, Net Wt 6.8 OZ (193g), Contains Cage-free egg, white Cheddar Cheese, multigrain muesli bread with honey peanut butter …
Flying Food Group, Inc.
Su-Nun Crushed Roasted Thai Red Pepper, 10.58 oz. 12 jars/case. Packaged in clear plastic jars, red plastic screw on lid, with a red and yellow label…
S & P Company Limited
Mixes, Salsa Mango Bucket, Ready To Eat Product, 1 Gal; & Salsa Mango packaged in 5-lb Trays with 2 trays per case.
FreshPoint Central Florida
Dole American Blend; Iceberg, Romaine, Red Cabbage, Carrots and Radishes. Net Wt. 12 oz. (340g) UPC 0 71430 00933 8 Distributed by Dole Fresh Veg…
Dole Fresh Vegetables Inc
Penn State Creamery/Berkey Creamery Frozen Yogurt - Vanilla flavor; 3 gallon (paper), 1/2 gallon (paper) and pints (plastic)
Pennsylvania State University Berkey Creamery
Clemmy's Brand Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Ice Cream, Pint Size, 16 OZ (437mL), UPC 8 94509 00231 9. Labeling reads in part: "CLEMMY'S RICH AND CREA…
Clemmy's LLC
Ridgebar Peanut Butter Crunch, 40 grams
Creative Energy Foods, Inc. LLC
Nutrition bar. Crunch¿ thinkThin Brand, Cherry & Mixed Nuts, 40 grams. Packaged in plastic, labeled as:"Distributed by thinkproducts***Ventura, CA 93…
Think Thin, LLC
Fruit Mango Whole Peeled, Ready-To-Eat Product, 2, 5-LB Trays per case
FreshPoint Central Florida
Kellogg's Variety and Assortment Packs containing Frosted/ Unfrosted Mini Wheats, Bite Size, Lightly Sweetened Whole Grain Wheat Cereal, 10 ct; 30 ct…
Kellogg Company
Belfonte Home Run Sundae Ice Cream, A Baseball Nut Blend of Chocolate Peanuts, Chocolate Coated Pretzels, and a Thick Fudge Swirl in Peanut Butter/Ch…
Belfonte Ice Cream & Dairy Foods Co
Hannaford Red Velvet Cake Truffle, 6 count UPC #20335800000
Hannaford Bros.
Penn State Creamery/Berkey Creamery Frozen Yogurt - Strawberry flavor; 3 gallon (paper), 1/2 gallon (paper), and pints (plastic)
Pennsylvania State University Berkey Creamery
Penn State Creamery/Berkey Creamery Ice Cream -- Black Raspberry flavor; 3 gallon (paper), 1/2 gallon (paper) and pints (plastic)
Pennsylvania State University Berkey Creamery
Hannaford Triple Chocolate Cake Truffle, 6 count UPC # 20335700000
Hannaford Bros.
Fiesta Mix 25 pound bags, with UPC 032491208597. The product is labeled in part: "***Fiesta Mix A Blend of the Sweet Crunchy and Salty Ingredient…
The Nut Factory Inc.
Penn State Creamery/Berkey Creamery Ice Cream -- Cookies-N-Cream flavor; 3 gallon (paper), 1/2 gallon (paper) and pints (plastic)
Pennsylvania State University Berkey Creamery
Penn State Creamery/Berkey Creamery Ice Cream -- Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough flavor; 3 gallon (paper), 1/2 gallon (paper) and pints (plastic)
Pennsylvania State University Berkey Creamery
Nutrition bar. Crunch¿ thinkThin Brand, Mixed Nuts, 40 grams. Packaged in plastic, labeled as:"Distributed by thinkproducts***Ventura, CA 93003***". …
Think Thin, LLC
Nutrition bar. Crunch¿ thinkThin Brand, White Chocolate Dipped Mixed Nuts, 40 grams. Packaged in plastic, labeled as:"Distributed by thinkproducts***…
Think Thin, LLC
Nutrition bar. Crunch¿ thinkThin Brand, Chocolate Dipped Mixed Nuts, 40 grams. Packaged in plastic, labeled as:"Distributed by thinkproducts***Ventur…
Think Thin, LLC
Fruit Mango Peeled & Halved, Ready-To-Eat Product, 2, 2.5-lb trays per case
FreshPoint Central Florida
Chocolate Peanut Butter Non-Dairy Frozen Dessert is sold under brand Luna & Larry's Organic Coconut Bliss. It is packaged in One Pint (473ml) StanPa…
Bliss Unlimited
Peanut brittle, 2 lbs packaged in plastic bags (bulk product)
Southern Belle, Inc.
Green & Black's Organic Peanut & Sea Salt Milk Chocolate Bar NET WT. 3.5 oz (100g). UPC 708656 100562.
Mondelez Global Llc
Jamba Juice brand Peanut Butter Moo'd Smoothie; All sizes (small, medium, large); A Blend Of: Nonfat Vanilla Yogurt (Contains Milk), Chocolate Moo'd …
Jamba Juice
Penn State Creamery/Berkey Creamery Ice Cream -- Chocolate Chocolate Nut flavor; 3 gallon (paper), 1/2 gallon (paper) and pints (plastic)
Pennsylvania State University Berkey Creamery
Nearby Recall Years
Browse recalls from adjacent calendar years to see how federal enforcement volume has shifted over time.
Data Sources
- Source: FDA openFDA Enforcement API — calendar-year recall filings for food, drugs, and devices
- Source: CPSC + NHTSA + USDA FSIS — consumer product, vehicle, and meat/poultry recall feeds for 2012
Read our methodology — how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.