2012 Recalls
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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 10 critical, 39 moderate, and 1 lower-severity recalls. The page references 32 distinct recalling firms operating in 7 distinct product categories, with 43 of 50 records disclosing affected-unit counts. Issuing-agency distribution on this slice leans toward FDA Devices (25), FDA Food (17), NHTSA (5), 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.
Perkin Elmer Genetic Screening Processor (GSP) Product Code: 2021-0010 Product Usage: The GSP instrument is a fully automated, high throughput b…
Perkinelmer
Arm and Hammer Spinbrush Pro White Sonic Crest Powered Toothbrush Made in China. Manufactured for Church and Dwight Co., Inc. Princeton, NJ 08543 U…
Church & Dwight Inc
Nextgen Complete Knee Solution Femoral and Provisional Impactor/ Extractor, REF 00-5901-026-00, Non-Sterile Zimmer, Warsaw Indiana The instrument…
Zimmer Inc.
Equinoxe Reverse Shoulder Fracture Adapter Tray Screw Intended for Primary and Reverse Total Shoulder Arthroplasty.
Exactech, Inc.
Nextgen Complete Knee Solution Replacement Jaw for Use with Femoral and Provisional Impactor/Extractor, REF 00-5901-026-40, Non-Sterile Zimmer, Warsa…
Zimmer Inc.
UroView 2800; MDL number A349855. Product Usage: Designed to provide fluoroscopic and spot-film imaging of the patient during diagnostic, surgical…
GE OEC Medical Systems, Inc
Arm and Hammer Spinbrush Dual Action Powered Toothbrush Pro Clean Re-Charge Made in China. Manufactured for Church and Dwight Co., Inc. Princeton, …
Church & Dwight Inc
Aesculap SIBD 4 degree Trial Implant (SJ768T-US) and Aesculap SIBD 9 degree Trial Implant (SJ780T-US) Product Usage: The Aesculap Implant Systems…
Aesculap Implant Systems LLC
Cardiac Catheterization Waste Management System w/1000mL Waste Bag, 2 Fluid Admin Sets Product Usage: For waste managment.
ICU Medical, Inc.
RF Cannula, 100 mm,Curved 5 MM, 20 G, REF 0406-630-115 RX only, Disposable ( 10/pk) Product Usage: The Stryker RF Cannulae, in combination with…
Stryker Instruments Div. of Stryker Corporation
Arm and Hammer Spinbrush Pro White Sonic Toothbrush Made in China. Manufactured for Church and Dwight Co., Inc. Princeton, NJ 08543 USA. For de…
Church & Dwight Inc
High Pressure Stopcock (3-Way, Luer Lock, Off). Product Usage: For IV.
ICU Medical, Inc.
KIT,DISPOSABLE ACCESSORY,3ARM,IS2000,5 PACK; Product Usage: The intended use of the Instrument arm drape is to protect equipment from contamin…
Intuitive Surgical, Inc.
INSTRUMENT ARM DRAPE IS2000, 20 PACK: Product Usage: The intended use of the Instrument arm drape is to protect equipment from contamination a…
Intuitive Surgical, Inc.
Beekley O-Spots Floral Skin Markers -Order Number: 752 Product Usage: Mammography Skin Markers for marking: moles, scars, palpable masses or area…
Beekley Corporation
Arm and Hammer Spinbrush Dual Action Powered Toothbrush Spinbrush Pro Whitening Made in China. Manufactured for Church and Dwight Co., Inc. Princet…
Church & Dwight Inc
The Reliance 130 and 130L Cart Washer/Disinfector is a high capacity mechanical washer intended for use in the washing, low-level disinfecting, and d…
Steris Corporation
Arm and Hammer Spinbrush Pro Clean Sonic Tray BJS Made in China. Manufactured for Church and Dwight Co., Inc. Princeton, NJ 08543 USA. For den…
Church & Dwight Inc
Arm and Hammer Spinbrush Pro Clean Sonic Recharge Made in China. Manufactured for Church and Dwight Co., Inc. Princeton, NJ 08543 USA. For dental…
Church & Dwight Inc
STERRAD Cyclesure Biological Indicator (BI), P/N 14324 are sold in cases, packaged as part of STERRAD System Validation kits and STERRAD test packs. …
Advanced Sterilization Products
Arm and Hammer Spinbrush Dual Action Powered Toothbrush Pro-Clean, various models. Made in China. Manufactured for Church and Dwight Co., Inc. Prin…
Church & Dwight Inc
Extraneal and/or DIANEAL LOW CALCIUM Peritoneal Dialysis Solution in Plastic Container, PL-146 used with Automated Peritoneal Dialysis System/Automat…
Baxter Healthcare Renal Div
Arm and Hammer Spinbrush ProClean Sonic Recharge Color Wear Made in China. Manufactured for Church and Dwight Co., Inc. Princeton, NJ 08543 USA. …
Church & Dwight Inc
Smiths Medical, Medfusion¿ Syringe Infusion Pump, Model 4000, Software Version V1.0 & V1.1, Reorder Numbers 4000-0100-50, 4000-0100-95, 4000-0101-50…
Smiths Medical ASD, Inc.
OEC 9800 Plus Digital; MDL number A349855. Product Usage: Is designed to provide fluoroscopic and spot-film imaging of the patient during diagnos…
GE OEC Medical Systems, Inc
DODGE 2013: AIR BAGS
DODGE
CHEVROLET,GMC 2003-2004: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP
CHEVROLET,GMC
Children's Pajamas Recalled by My Clothes Due to Violation of Federal Flammability Standard
CHEVROLET 2008-2012: SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM
CHEVROLET
Patio Bistro Sets Sold at Lowe's Stores Recalled Due to Fall Hazard; Made by Midas Lin Co.
Midas Lin Company Ltd., of China
Sears Recalls Kenmore® Dehumidifiers Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
LG Electronics (Tianjin) Appliance Co., Ltd., of Tianjin, China
FORD 2011-2012: VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
FORD
LEXUS,TOYOTA 2006-2011: SUSPENSION:REAR
LEXUS,TOYOTA
Korean Molluscan Shellfish (Seasoned Oysters) 250kg, 1000kg
Hamchorom Inc.
Frozen Yellow Fin Tuna Loins (AAA)Co Treated Skinless Frozen. 44 lbs./carton (3-4 Loins/Case) Imported from Vietnam
East Bay Seafood Co., Inc.
Chocolate Peanut Butter, 1pt., UPC 8 52244 00301 5
Arctic Zero, Inc.
Kettle Brand Potato Chips, Sour Cream and Onion, 12/8.5oz, item # 0711387001, UPC 0 84114 11393 1
Kettle Foods, Inc.
Nature's Grain Garlic French Bread, 10 oz (284 g) packages,
Southern Bakeries, LLC
Pumpkin Spice, 1pt., UPC 8 52244 00307 7
Arctic Zero, Inc.
Meiko Foods Co. Inc. Cooked Cuttlefish Ball, 2-10 lb bags . Product labeling reads in part:" MEIKO***Muc Vien [Vietnamese] ***MEIKO FOODS CO. INC Sou…
Meiko Food Company Inc
Meiko Foods Co. Inc. Tempura, 12 oz. Product labeling reads in part:" MEIKO***TEMPURA ***MEIKO FOODS CO. INC South El Monte, CA***". The product i…
Meiko Food Company Inc
Vanilla Maple, 1pt., UPC 8 52244 00306 0
Arctic Zero, Inc.
Hidden Valley Salad Crispins Original Ranch; crisp mini-croutons, crunchy carrot bits and a blend of buttermilk and spices; Net Wt. 2.5 Oz. canister,…
Clorox Co (The)
Meiko Foods Co. Inc. Pollock Fish Balls , 2-10 lb bags. Product labeling reads in part:" MEIKO***POLLOCK FISH BALL S***MEIKO FOODS CO. INC South El M…
Meiko Food Company Inc
Pediatric electrolyte, Fruit Punch flavor---oral electrolyte solution---helps replace fluids & electrolytes---8 FL OZ (236 mL)---UPC Code: 3119112923…
Duane Reade Inc
"California Girl" Whole Boiled Oysters, 24/8 oz cans.
Atlapac Trading Company Inc
Kettle Brand Potato Chips, New York Cheddar; 1) 24/1.5oz, item # 0712278000, UPC 0 8114 11271 2; 2) 24/2 oz item # 0703320000 UPC 0 84114 03320 8; …
Kettle Foods, Inc.
New England Clam Chowda Base, pouch 4 lbs., refrigerated. For Institutional Use Only. Mfd. by Plenus Group, Inc., Lowell, MA 01852 Product Numbe…
Plenus Group Inc.
Wellements Baby Move Prune Concentrate with Prebiotics, 4oz., 12 units per case, SKU# 141161, UPC 729609019878.
Wellements, LLC
Coffee, 1pt., UPC 8 52244 00302 2
Arctic Zero, Inc.
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 - 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 August 2026.