2012 Recalls
3,552 recalls · Page 31 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 11 critical, 39 moderate, and 0 lower-severity recalls. The page references 33 distinct recalling firms operating in 9 distinct product categories, with 46 of 50 records disclosing affected-unit counts. Issuing-agency distribution on this slice leans toward FDA Devices (24), FDA Food (13), CPSC (8), 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.
Vecuronium Bromide for Injection, For IV use only, 20 mg per vial, 10 x 10 mg Vials, lyophilized powder per carton, Rx Only, Mfr. By: Ben Venue Labor…
Ben Venue Laboratories Inc
Hologic Fluoroscan Mini C-Arm Model with InSight- FD Software Version 5.0.1and 5.0.2 The device is a Mini C-arm Fluoroscopic Imaging System design…
Hologic, Inc.
Covidien Duet TRS 60 4.8 mm Universal Articulating Single Use Loading Unit. Product Code: DUET6048A. Single Use Loading Unit (SULU) tissue reinfo…
Covidien LP
Philips Digital Diagnost-Mobile Detector Holder for Digital Diagnost (Single Detector, Dual Detector, Release 3) System codes: 712020, 712022, 71202…
Philips Healthcare Inc.
Covidien Duet TRS 60 3.5 mm Universal Articulating Single Use Loading Unit. Product Code: DUET6035A. Single Use Loading Unit (SULU) tissue reinfo…
Covidien LP
Covidien Duet TRS 45 3.5 mm Universal Straight Single Use Loading Unit. Product Code: DUET4535. Single Use Loading Unit (SULU) tissue reinforcem…
Covidien LP
BP7561 OPTI CCA-TS B-Lac Cassette (25 per box) Cassettes are consumables used in the OPTI CCA-TS Analyzer intended to be used for in vitro measure…
OPTI Medical Systems, Inc
Covidien Duet TRS 45 3.5 mm Universal Articulating Single Use Loading Unit. Product Code: DUET4535A. Single Use Loading Unit (SULU) tissue reinfo…
Covidien LP
Terumo Advanced Perfusion System 1 Flow Module indicated for use in extracorporeal circulation of blood for arterial perfusion, regional perfusion…
Terumo Cardiovascular Systems Corporation
***REF LS7600***Qty 1*** EC REP*** ConMed Linvatec Xenon Light Source
Linvatec Corp. dba ConMed Linvatec
Boston Scientific, Z Flex 270, Steerable Sheath, Sterile EO, Rx only, Distributed by Boston Scientific Corporation, One Boston Scientific Place, Nat…
Greatbatch Medical
Covidien Duet TRS 45 4.8 mm Universal Articulating Single Use Loading Unit. Product Code: DUET4548A. Single Use Loading Unit (SULU) tissue reinfo…
Covidien LP
Armada 35/ Armada 35 LL PTA Catheters. The device is intended for dilatation of lesions in the vasculature.
Abbott Vascular
SharePlan 1.1, aka t-RayAutoplan version 1.2.1 (build number 1.3.1.10). Manufacturing name RayAutoplan, aka t-RayAutoplan, commercial name (TomoTher…
RAYSEARCH LABORATORIES AB
Computed Tomography X-Ray Systems, (Brilliance 6, Brilliance 16, MX8000 Dual v. Exp, GEMINI Dual), Philips Healthcare Systems, Cleveland, OH. The …
Philips Medical Systems (Cleveland) Inc
Hologic Fluoroscan Mini C-Arm Model with InSight2, Software version 4.0 and 4.0.1 The device is a Mini C-arm Fluoroscopic Imaging System designed…
Hologic, Inc.
Catheter Irrigation Set labeled in part: ***24K Arthroscopy Outflow/Suction Tubing Set*** This Arthroscopy Tubing Set is intended for use, in conj…
Linvatec Corp. dba ConMed Linvatec
Sleek ***OTW ***Ref ***426-1501X***Inflated Balloon Dia/mm 1.5 Inflated Balloon Length/mm 15 Usable Catheter Length/cm 150***Lot 50026688***2013-09**…
Cordis Corporation
DEXIS Imaging Suite - catalog number 1.008.7932, version numbers 10.0.0 through 10.0.3 Radiological Image Processing System
Imaging Sciences International, LLC
Covidien Duet TRS 60 3.5 mm Universal Straight Single Use Loading Unit Product Code: DUET6035. Single Use Loading Unit (SULU) tissue reinforcemen…
Covidien LP
Siemens Magnetom Skyra, Verio, Spectra and Biograph MMR Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Imaging System and Tomographic Imager
Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc
Biliary Catheters (Models A47XX and CB0XXXXX): Model Numbers & Description: A4752, SYNTEL BILIARY 5F-23CM CATHETER; A4754, SYNTEL BILIARY 5F-40C…
Applied Medical Resources Corp
Terumo Advanced Perfusion System 1 ASSEMBLY FLOW POD Product Usage: The Terumo Advanced Perfusion System 1 is indicated for use in extracorporeal …
Terumo Cardiovascular Systems Corporation
Progel Pleural Air Leak Sealant, Model #: PGPS002 Lot #: 111202-002 Product Usage: The Progel Pleural Air Leak Sealant is indicated for applicat…
Neomend Inc
Irrigation Catheters (Models IRR-XXX-XX): Model Numbers & Description: IRR-023-10F,CATHETER IRRIGATION 10F 23CM; IRR-080-4F, CATHETER, IRRIGATIO…
Applied Medical Resources Corp
GE Recalls Front Load Washers Due to Injury Hazard
Fitness Anywhere Recalls Early Model Suspension Trainer Devices Due to Fall Hazard
Haier America Recalls 42-inch LED-TVs Due to Risk of Injury
Kubota Recalls Off-Road Utility Vehicles Due to Carbon Monoxide Hazard
Kubota Manufacturing of America Corporation, of Gainesville, Ga.
DODGE 2009-2010: POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT
DODGE
FORD 2012-2013: EQUIPMENT
FORD
LOTUS 2011: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
LOTUS
BMW 2013: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
BMW
Atomic Aquatics Recalls Cobalt Dive Computer Due to Impact and Drowning Hazard
Atomic Aquatics, of Huntington Beach, Calif.
Cabot Recalls Wood Cleaner and Wood Brightener With Spray Pump Due To Irritation and Burn Hazard
Cabot Stains, a division of Valspar Corp., of Newburyport, Mass.
Captain Cutlass Pirate Toy Guns Recalled by Dillon Importing Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
Ko Lik Manufacturing Ltd., of Hong Kong, China
Cyclone Swing Seats Recalled by ADS Due to Fall Hazard
YCH Industries Corp., of Taiwan
Spearmint Leaf Organic C/S; Distributed by San Francisco Herb and Natural Food Co. Fremont, Ca.
San Francisco Herb & Natural Food Company
Fresh Fruit Product is labeled in part: "***Fruit Burst Bowl***1 LB (454g)***Best If Sold By***Ingredients: Watermelon, Cantaloupe, Pineapple, Hone…
World Food LLC.
Olive Leaf Organic Whole; Distributed by San Francisco Herb and Natural Food Co. Fremont, Ca.
San Francisco Herb & Natural Food Company
Cut Seasonal Fruit -Item # 028-00172 - Net Weight 20 oz UPC 045009 00172 6; Cut Seasonal Fruit - Item # 028-00173 - Net Weight 10 oz UPC 0 45009 …
Triple B Corporation - Charlie's Produce
ProBalance Protein To Go(TM), Caffeinated French Vanilla Latte, Dietary Supplement, Net Wt 2.5 fl oz (Responsible firm on labeling: Pro Balance LL…
Protica, Inc
Garden Pure Fresh Cut Mango 9 oz .(255 g) Best By: 08/28/12 and before Packed by F& S Produce Co. Inc. Headquarters, Rosehayn, NJ 06532 UPC 8 011…
F & S Produce Co., Inc. (Site II)
Crispy Punjabi Cookies, By TWI Foods, Net Wt. 800g/1.76 lb, Manufactured by TWI Foods, Inc. 1-866-9-CRISPY, www.crispyjustbaked.com, UPC 627265001520…
Singh And Singh Distributors Inc.
Rose Hips Organic Whole; Distributed by San Francisco Herb and Natural Food Co. Fremont, Ca.
San Francisco Herb & Natural Food Company
SIgnature Cafe Fruit Basket Medley, 30 oz, Use By: AUG 28 12 and before Distributed by Lucerne Foods, Inc., PO Box 99, Pleasonton, CA 94566-0009 1-…
F & S Produce Co., Inc. (Site II)
Dietary supplement. Product is labeled as :" Rescue Me***911 Damage Control***brantley living herbal formulas***HERBAL SUPPLEMENT 15 INDIVIDUAL PACKE…
GMP Laboratories of America Inc
Spence & Co Ltd brand 8oz Smoked Salmon Trim
Spence & Co., Ltd.
Mango Spears: 1) Delish Mango Spears Net Wt. 5 oz. (142 g) Enjoy by: 8/28/2012 and before Prepared for Walgreens Inc. Deerfield, Illinois 60015 Distr…
F & S Produce Co., Inc. (Site II)
Fennel Seed, Whole; Distributed by San Francisco Herb and Natural Food Co. Fremont, Ca.
San Francisco Herb & Natural Food Company
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.