2012 Recalls
4,173 federal recalls indexed for 2012 · Page 74 of 84
2012 Recall Year Insight
Federal agencies issued 4,173 product recalls indexed by PlainRecalls in calendar year 2012. That represents about 4.00% of the 104,423 total recalls we track from 1995 through the present, and averages roughly 11.4 recalls per day across the FDA, CPSC, USDA FSIS, 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 13 critical, 35 moderate, and 2 lower-severity recalls. The page references 24 distinct recalling firms operating in 7 distinct product categories, with 44 of 50 records disclosing affected-unit counts. Issuing-agency distribution on this slice leans toward FDA Food (30), FDA Devices (7), 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, USDA FSIS, or NHTSA for the system-of-record on any specific recall. PlainRecalls indexes this archive for research and consumer awareness purposes.
MAYO MN XCOATED 3/8X1/2 AV Product Usage: The Sarns Cardioplegia Cannula and Cardioplegia/Vent Catheters are indicated for placement in the aortic root to deliver cardioplegia solution or blood to the heart, to vent the left heart, and to aspirate air from the aorta during cardiopulmonary bypass procedures.
Terumo Cardiovascular Systems Corporation
ARCHITECT CA 19-9XR Reagent Kit; ARCHITECT CA 19-9 Reagent Kit, list 291-20 (4 x 100 tests), 2K91-25 and 2K91-27 (1 x 100 tests); Product Usage: The ARCHITECT CA 19-9XR assay is a chemiluminescent microparticle immunoassay (CMIA) for the quantitative determination of 1116-NS-19-9 reactive determinants in human serum or plasma on the ARCHITECT i System. The ARCHITECT CA-19-9XR assay is to be used as an aid in the management of pancreatic cancer patients in conjunction with other clinical m
Abbott Laboratories
Hartmann Sterilux Ref 56910000 Sterile Premium gauze sponge 4"x4" 12-ply 24 boxes/case 1200 total sponges For use in wound cleansing, debriding of wounds, wound packing, covering and swabbing
Hartmann USA, Inc
Ethicon Surgiflo Hemostatic Matrix Kit with Thrombin Plus Flex Tip Distributed by Ethicon Ethicon Inc., Somerville, NJ 08876 USA Manufactured by Ferrosan Medical Devices Ferrosan Medical Devices A/S Sydmarken 5, DK-2860 Soeberg, Denmark Mixed with sterile saline or thrombin solution is indicated for surgical procedures (except opthalmic) for hemostasis when control of capillary, venous and arteriolar bleeding by pressure, ligature, and other conventional procedures is ineffective or impr
Ethicon, Inc.
SARNS ANTEGRADE: CARDIOPLEGIA CANNULA: ROOT INFUSION VENT/CATHETER WITH 14- GAUGE WHITE NEEDLE, RECTANGULAR FLANGE, 6" (15 CM) LONG Product Usage: The Sarns Cardioplegia Cannula and Cardioplegia/Vent Catheters are indicated for placement in the aortic root to deliver cardioplegia solution or blood to the heart, to vent the left heart, and to aspirate air from the aorta during cardiopulmonary bypass procedures.
Terumo Cardiovascular Systems Corporation
CPB CATHETER KIT-DR BARTLES Product Usage: The Sarns Cardioplegia Cannula and Cardioplegia/Vent Catheters are indicated for placement in the aortic root to deliver cardioplegia solution or blood to the heart, to vent the left heart, and to aspirate air from the aorta during cardiopulmonary bypass procedures.
Terumo Cardiovascular Systems Corporation
BCS(R) Behring Coagulation System, Device catalog No. OVIO03 Product Usage: Multipurpose system for In Vitro coagulation studies
Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc.
Innovage Recalls Discovery Kids Lamps Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
FORD 2010: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
FORD
ISUZU 2000-2002: SUSPENSION:REAR
ISUZU
LEXUS,TOYOTA 2008-2011: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL
LEXUS,TOYOTA
Children's Lounge Pants and Boxers Recalled by Rigo International Due to Violation of Federal Flammability Standard
Children's Pajamas Recalled by Ishtex Textile Products Due to Violation of Federal Flammability Standard
Exhaust Fans Sold at Lowe's Stores Recalled Due to Fire Hazard; Made by Delta Electronics Dongguan
Delta Electronics (Dongguan) Co. Ltd., of China
IKEA Recalls Track Lighting System Due to Electric Shock Hazard
PajamaGram Recalls Children's Pajamas Due to Violation of Federal Flammability Standard
Watkins Manufacturing and Therm Products Recall Spas Due to Fire Hazard
Spa Manufacturer: Watkins Manufacturing Corp., dba Hot Spring Spas and Limelight Hot Tubs, of Vista, Calif.
BMW 2012: STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
BMW
CHEVROLET 2012: PARKING BRAKE
CHEVROLET
AUDI 2012: VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
AUDI
KERRY, CULTURED NF BUTTERMILK 986, CODE 031001.010, CONTAINS MILK, Item # I2868.465 , Net Wt 50 Lb (22.68 Kg)
Kerry Foods
KERRY, MELOBLEND 737, CODE:QO-05358, CONTAINS MILK, Item # I7126.465, Net Wt 50 Lb (22.68Kg)
Kerry Foods
Santos Brand, Garam Masala (Indian Spice Mix) packed in clear plastic bags, 7 ounces, 16 ounces
Santos Inc.
Oyster Frozen Half Shell; 144 Pc/CS Processed by: Dai One Food Co., LTD #150 Jun-RI, Sanyang-UP Tongyeong-City Kyungsangnam-DO. to: Khee Trading, Vernon, CA 90058.
True World Foods San Francisco LLC.
Whole Oysters in Water under the following brand names: 1) Ralph's Whole Oysters in Water, Net Wt. 8 OZ (226 g) Distributed by Inter-American Products, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202, Product of Korea; 2) Kroger Whole Oysters in Water Net Wt. 8 OZ (226g) Distributed by the Kroger Co., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Camerican International
KERRY, BUTTERMILK 987 CONTAINS MILK, Item # I2993.465, Net Wt 50 Lb (22.68 Kg)
Kerry Foods
KERRY, CHEZ-TONE 6313, QO-05424 / QO-2200542400, CONTAINS MILK, Item # I6313.465, Net Wt 50 Lb (22.68Kg)
Kerry Foods
"***Queso del Pais***TRIDAS***Pasta y Queso "Guayaba"***"
Pr Supplies Co., Inc.
popchips¿ Sea Salt & Vinegar, Potato Popped Chip Snack, 0.4 oz (UPC 0 82666 76550 9), 0.8 oz (UPC 0 82666 75500 5), 3 oz (UPC 0 82666 70050 0), 85 g (UPC 0 82666 71240 4 and 0 82666 71240 4)
Sonora Mills Foods
Kerry, CREAMY ITALIAN SEASONING S57CIT, CONTAINS MILK, Item # 720109.465, Net Wt 50 Lb (22.68 Kg)
Kerry Foods
KERRY, STROGANOFF SEAS 722920 SE722920, CONTAINS MILK, WHEAT, Item # 722920.859, Net Wt 1600 Lb (725.69 Kg)
Kerry Foods
Salsa in 12 oz., 16 oz., and 5 lb. plastic containers. The product labels reads as follows: PREMIUM QUALITY Private Selection Natural***SALSA NO PRESERVATIVES KEEP REFRIGERATED NET WT 12 OZ (340g)***INGREDIENTS: Tomatoes***Jalapeno***DISTRIBUTED BY: INTER-AMERICAN PRODUCTS, CINCINNATI, OHIO 45202***1-800-697-2448***" and PREMIUM QUALITY Private Selection Natural PICO DE GALLO NO PRESERVATIVES KEEP REFRIGERATED NET WT 12 OZ (340g)***INGREDIENTS: Tomatoes***Jalapeno***DISTRIBUTED BY: INTER-AMER
Club Chef LLC
KERRY, BATTER G3668, 1520374, CONTAINS MILK AND WHEAT, Item #G3668.MC1, Net Wt 50 Lb (22.68Kg)
Kerry Foods
KERRY, CHEDDAR BEER TYPE 725554 , CONTAINS MILK, Item #725554.465, Net Wt 50 Lb (22.68Kg)
Kerry Foods
KERRY, CREAMY GARLIC 720721 S25CG, CONTAINS MILK, SOY, WHEAT, Item # 720721.465, Net Wt 50 Lb (22.68 Kg)
Kerry Foods
Diced Red Onions, 7oz clear plastic clamshell labeled Gills Onions with the May 17, 2012 use by date, United States UPC 6 43550 00041 2. Fresh Diced Red Onions, Oignons rouges frais, en des, 198 grams, Canadian UPC 6 43550 00045 0.
Gills Onions, LLC
KERRY, CREAMY PARMESAN SEASONING, CONTAINS MILK, Item Number 62310.01, Net Wt 50 Lb (22.68 Kg)
Kerry Foods
Oskri, Peach Granola, Gluten Free, Nut Free, Dairy Free, Vegan, Halal, Kosher, Ingredients: Buck Wheat , Peaches 20% Sunflower Seeds , Apricots, Date Syrup, Chicory Root extract, Rice protein., NET WT 3.5oz (100) G., UPC 66616111743, Oskri, Lake Mills, Wisconsin 53551.
Oskri Organics Corp.
KERRY, SALSA FRESCA 725058, Item # 725058.465, Net Wt 50 Lb (22.68 Kg)
Kerry Foods
KERRY, NACHO SEAS NAT, CONTAINS MILK, Item # 721108.465, Net Wt 50 Lb (22.68 Kg)
Kerry Foods
KERRY, SOUR CREAM AND ONION 10286, CONTAINS MILK, Item # I10286.465, Net Wt 50 Lb (22.68 Kg)
Kerry Foods
Tempeh Starter Yeast, Rhizopus Oligosporus cultures, soybean rice flour, Original, packaged in clear plastic packages in 30gm, 50gm, 250 gm, and 1000 gm sizes and labeled in part ***Indonesianfoodmart.com***
Indonesian Food Mart
KERRY, CHEDDAR & SOUR CREAM 725775, CONTAINS MILK, Item # 725775.465, Net Wt 50 Lb (22.68 Kg)
Kerry Foods
Tiny IQF Oysters, 40pk/cs, 8oz.
Ocean Group Inc.
Santos Brand, garbanzo beans packed in clear plastic bags, 2 pounds, 4 pounds
Santos Inc.
1/4" Diced Red Onions, 5 LB. Bag
Gills Onions, LLC
KERRY, CHEESY CHEDDAR SEAS I10103, CONTAINS MILK, SOY, Item # I10103.465, Net Wt 50 Lb (22.68Kg)
Kerry Foods
Smoked Oysters In cottonseed oil sold under the following brand names: 1) Fredmeyer Smoked Oysters In cottonseed oil Net Wt 3.75 oz (106 g) Distributed by Inter-American Products, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202, Product of Korea; 2) Ralph's Smoked Oysters In Cottonseed Oil Distributed by Inter-American Products Cincinnati, Ohio 45202 Product of Korea; 3) Kroger Smoked Oysters In cottonseed oil , Distributed by the Kroger Co., Cincinnati, OH 45202, Product of Korea
Camerican International
Santos Brand, Ginger Powder packed in clear plastic bags, 7 ounces, 14 ounces, 2 pounds
Santos Inc.
KERRY, KF PART # 117404 , CONTAINS MILK, Item #I10389.02 , Net Wt 50 Lb (22.68Kg)
Kerry Foods
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: USDA FSIS Recalls - calendar-year meat, poultry, and processed egg product recall filings
- Source: CPSC + NHTSA - consumer product and vehicle recall feeds for 2012
Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC, USDA FSIS and NHTSA recall records; no number is typed in by an editor. Figures cover calendar year 2012 across the FDA, CPSC, USDA FSIS 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 September 2026.