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2012 Recalls

Compiled from official public sources by the editorial team.

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2012 Recall Year Insight

Federal agencies issued 4,173 product recalls indexed by PlainRecalls in calendar year 2012. That represents about 4.10% of the 101,704 total recalls we track from 1995 through the present, and averages roughly 11.4 recalls per day across the FDA, CPSC, and NHTSA 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 84 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 32 critical, 17 moderate, and 1 lower-severity recalls. The page references 20 distinct recalling firms operating in 3 distinct product categories, with 50 of 50 records disclosing affected-unit counts. Issuing-agency distribution on this slice leans toward FDA Devices (23), FDA Food (20), CPSC (7), 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, or NHTSA for the system-of-record on any specific recall. PlainRecalls indexes this archive for research and consumer awareness purposes.

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FDA Devices Moderate Nov 7, 2012

Siemens ADVIA Centaur BR Assay: Catalog Number: US: REF 02419937 (10214722) (50 Tests); REF 03896216(10334837)(250 Tests) Not CE Marked; OUS: REF…

Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc
FDA Devices Critical Nov 7, 2012

AirFlow Resuscitator, Adult Resuscitator, AF1000 Series, Single use, Manufactured by: Ventlab Corporation, 155 Boyce Drive, Mockville, NC 27028 Th…

Ventlab Corporation
FDA Devices Moderate Nov 7, 2012

Myocardial Heart Wires Intended for temporary atrial and ventricular pacing and sensing during or after cardiac surgery in conjunction with an ext…

Oscor, Inc.
FDA Devices Critical Nov 7, 2012

V*Care Resuscitator Infant Resuscitator, VN 3000 Series, Single use, Manufactured by: Ventlab Corporation, 155 Boyce Drive, Mockville, NC 27028. T…

Ventlab Corporation
FDA Devices Critical Nov 7, 2012

HeartSine Samaritan(R) 300/300P PAD devices with serial numbers 0400000501 to 0700032917; 08A00035000 to 10A0070753; 10C00200000 to 10C00210106 Pr…

Heartsine Technologies, Limited
FDA Devices Critical Nov 7, 2012

Safe Spot Infant Resuscitator, Pro-1900 Series, Single Patient Use, The Disposable Resuscitators with optional built-in pressure monitor is inte…

Ventlab Corporation
FDA Devices Moderate Nov 7, 2012

Progressive Medical PMI Endoscopic Dissector with Kittner Tip (5mm x 40cm), Reorder Number: PMILK40, Product Sterile in Unopened/Undamaged pouch, Cot…

Progressive Medical Inc
FDA Devices Critical Nov 7, 2012

Adult Resuscitator, Pro-5000 Series, Single Patient Use, The Disposable Resuscitators with optional built-in pressure monitor is intended to pro…

Ventlab Corporation
FDA Devices Moderate Nov 7, 2012

"***All in one CrossFT***Punch***PFT-00M***4.5mm to 6.5mm***CONMED LINVATEC 11311 CONCEPT BLVD LARGO, FL 33773-4908 USA***" To create pathway for …

Linvatec Corp. dba ConMed Linvatec
FDA Devices Critical Nov 7, 2012

Ventlab Rescue Med Infant Resuscitator, Manufactured by: Ventlab Corporation, 155 Boyce Drive, Mockville, NC 27028. The Disposable Resuscitators w…

Ventlab Corporation
FDA Devices Moderate Nov 7, 2012

Extremity Components: PROTHESE A EXPANSION COMPLETE D=6 LG 12 MM, Part Number PPO90000, Lot Numbers: U11113596, W12372884, W12376849, X01383482, X0…

Wright Medical Technology Inc
FDA Devices Moderate Nov 7, 2012

SCP Pump Control Panel, Product Code: 60-02-15, Serial Numbers: 60S09121, 60S09123-60S09129, 60S09136-60S09139. The SCP is a cardiopulmonary bypas…

Sorin Group USA, Inc.
FDA Devices Critical Nov 7, 2012

AirFlow, Infant Resuscitator, AF3000 Series, Single use, Manufactured by: Ventlab Corporation, 155 Boyce Drive, Mockville, NC 27028 The Disposable…

Ventlab Corporation
FDA Devices Moderate Nov 7, 2012

ILLlCO¿ MIS Posterior Fixation System, Bone-screw Internal Spinal Fixation System, Orthosis, Spinal Pedical Fixation Orthosis, Spondylolisthesis S…

Alphatec Spine, Inc.
FDA Devices Critical Nov 7, 2012

Breath Tech, Safe Spot Infant Resuscitator, BT2000 Series, Single use, Manufactured by: Ventlab Corporation, 155 Boyce Drive, Mockville, NC 27028. …

Ventlab Corporation
FDA Devices Critical Nov 7, 2012

AirFlow, Small Adult Resuscitator, AF5000 Series, Single use, Manufactured by: Ventlab Corporation, 155 Boyce Drive, Mockville, NC 27028 The Disp…

Ventlab Corporation
FDA Devices Low Nov 7, 2012

West Nile Virus IgG DxSelect" kit Catalog No. EL0300G Kit Lots 122150, 122155, 122641, 122650 and 122859 that includes West Nile Virus IgG Antigen …

Focus Diagnostics Inc
FDA Devices Moderate Nov 7, 2012

Hip Components: INSERT MOBILE "COLLEGIA" TAILLE 58*28, OT22C58, Lot Numbers: W07335080 and X06391225 INSERT MOBILE "COLLEGIA" TAILLE 60*28, OT22C…

Wright Medical Technology Inc
FDA Devices Critical Nov 7, 2012

Ventlab Premium Small Child Resuscitator, Manufactured by: Ventlab Corporation, 155 Boyce Drive, Mockville, NC 27028.

Ventlab Corporation
FDA Devices Critical Nov 7, 2012

Stat-Check Resuscitator, Adult Manual Emergency Resuscitator with A.C.E. /Stat-Check CO2 Indicator, SC 9000 Series, Single use, Manufactured by: Vent…

Ventlab Corporation
FDA Devices Moderate Nov 7, 2012

Aviator Drill Bit (10 mm, 12 mm, 14 mm, 16 mm, Manufactured by: Stryker Spine SAS Z.1 Marticot -33610- Cestas France +33 (0) 5.57.97.06.30 http:/…

Stryker Spine
FDA Devices Moderate Nov 7, 2012

ARIA Radiation Oncology, Version 11. Varian Medical Systems, Palo Alto, CA. The ARIA Radiation Oncology product is a treatment plan and image managem…

Varian Medical Systems, Inc. Oncology Systems
FDA Devices Critical Nov 7, 2012

Ventlab Premium Small Adult Resuscitator, Manufactured by: Ventlab Corporation, 155 Boyce Drive, Mockville, NC 27028. The Disposable Resuscitators…

Ventlab Corporation
CPSC Moderate Nov 7, 2012

High Pressure Scuba Diving Hoses Recalled by Innovative Scuba Concepts, Trident Diving and A-Plus Marine Due to Drowning Hazard

Li Chung Plastics Ind. Co. Ltd, of Taiwan
CPSC Moderate Nov 7, 2012

Sauder Woodworking Company Recalls Gruga Office Chairs Due to Fall Hazard
CPSC Moderate Nov 6, 2012

Master Forge Gas Grills Sold at Lowe's Stores Recalled Due to Fire and Burn Hazards; Made by Guangdong Vanward Electric

Guangdong Vanward Electric Co., Ltd., of China
CPSC Moderate Nov 2, 2012

Portable Generators Recalled by Champion Power Equipment Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Costco

Champion Power Equipment, of Santa Fe Springs, Calif.
CPSC Moderate Nov 1, 2012

Atico International USA Recalls Halloween Mini Projection Lights Due to Burn Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Five Below

Atico International USA Inc., of Fort Lauderdale, Fla.
CPSC Moderate Nov 1, 2012

Bose Recalls Dual-Voltage CineMate II Home Theater Speaker Systems Due to Fire Hazard

Bose Corporation, of Framingham, Mass.
CPSC Moderate Nov 1, 2012

Excel Industries Recalls Hustler and BigDog Lawn Mowers Due to Fire Hazard

Excel Industries Inc., of Hesston, Kan.
FDA Food Critical Oct 31, 2012

Cadia All Natural Creamy Peanut Butter No Stir, 18 oz, UPC 815369010993.

Sunland, Incorporated
FDA Food Critical Oct 31, 2012

Sunland Creamy Peanut Butter with Sea Salt, 40 oz, UPC 4868709915, Gluten Free, Produced by Sunland Inc, Portales, NM 88130.

Sunland, Incorporated
FDA Food Critical Oct 31, 2012

Sunland Creamy Peanut Butter, 12 oz, UPC 4868726910; 5 lb UPC 22704; 40 lb UPC 22705; 40 lb UPC 22725; 500 lb UPC 26527; 18 oz UPC 4868726909; 15 lb …

Sunland, Incorporated
FDA Food Critical Oct 31, 2012

Heinen's Organic Peanut Butter Creamy 16 oz, UPC 2060140046; made for and distributed by Heinen's Inc, 4540 Richmond Road, Warrensville Heights, Ohio…

Sunland, Incorporated
FDA Food Critical Oct 31, 2012

Sunland Organic Valencia Roasted Blanched and Salted Peanuts, 30 lbs UPC 83326.

Sunland, Incorporated
FDA Food Critical Oct 31, 2012

Sunland Organic Creamy Valencia Peanut Butter, 16 oz, UPC 048687329700; 500 g, UPC 48687328093.

Sunland, Incorporated
FDA Food Critical Oct 31, 2012

Sunland Sesame Tahini, 40 lbs, UPC 4868771725, manufactured by Sunland, Inc, Portales, NM 88130.

Sunland, Incorporated
FDA Food Critical Oct 31, 2012

Harry and David Crunchy Almond and Peanut Butter, 12 oz, Made for: Harry and David, Medford, OR 97501. Labeling is brown, green, and white with blac…

Sunland, Incorporated
FDA Food Critical Oct 31, 2012

Sprouts Farmers Market Crunchy Almond Butter, 16 oz, UPC 7487500434, Manufactured Exclusively for Sprouts Farmers Market, Phoenix, Arizona 85028.

Sunland, Incorporated
FDA Food Critical Oct 31, 2012

Justin's Classic Peanut Butter, 5 lb, Material Number F0004701, 45 lb Material number F0033001.

Justin's Nut Butter
FDA Food Critical Oct 31, 2012

Natural Value Organic Creamy Peanut Butter with Salt, 15 lb, UPC 910039.

Sunland, Incorporated
FDA Food Critical Oct 31, 2012

Sunland Valencia Organic Creamy Peanut Butter, 10 oz UPC 48687328130.

Sunland, Incorporated
FDA Food Critical Oct 31, 2012

Sunland Roasted and Blanched Granulated Runner Peanuts, 30 lb UPC 4868763329.

Sunland, Incorporated
FDA Food Critical Oct 31, 2012

Peanut Power Butter, Original Formula Net Wt. 16 oz, UPC 5855200003, Manufactured for PB, Inc,. PO BOX 661346, Birmingham, AL 35216. Labeling is blac…

Sunland, Incorporated
FDA Food Critical Oct 31, 2012

Multiple Organics Certified Organic Valencia Peanuts-Dry Roasted, 30 lbs, UPC 5VR3023099.

Sunland, Incorporated
FDA Food Critical Oct 31, 2012

Sprouts Farmers Market Creamy Peanut Butter, No Salt, 16 oz, UPC 7487500334, Manufactured Exclusively for Sprouts Farmers Market, Phoenix, Arizona 85…

Sunland, Incorporated
FDA Food Critical Oct 31, 2012

Natural Value Crunchy Peanut Butter/Salt, Product of the USA, Net Wt. 15 lbs, UPC 910060. Labeling is white with black print writing.

Sunland, Incorporated
FDA Food Critical Oct 31, 2012

Fresh and Easy Creamy Peanut Butter, packed in 18 oz, UPC 20003364 and 6/2 oz, UPC 5051379032494 and 40 oz, UPC 51379026431; labeling is blue, yellow…

Sunland, Incorporated
FDA Food Critical Oct 31, 2012

Organic Honey Peanut Butter 16 oz UPC 894455000001, 1.15 oz squeeze packs UPC 894455000094.

Justin's Nut Butter
FDA Food Critical Oct 31, 2012

Archer Farms Organic Creamy Peanut Butter, 12 oz, UPC 085239020203. Labeling is green, red, and yellow with white and black print writing.

Sunland, Incorporated

Nearby Recall Years

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Data Sources

  • Source: FDA openFDA Enforcement API - calendar-year recall filings for food, drugs, and devices
  • Source: CPSC + NHTSA - consumer product and vehicle recall feeds for 2012

Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. Figures cover calendar year 2012 across the FDA, CPSC and NHTSA federal recall feeds. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.