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2013 Recalls

5,251 recalls · Page 61 of 106

2013 Recall Year Insight

Federal agencies issued 5,251 product recalls indexed by PlainRecalls in calendar year 2013. That represents about 6.25% of the 83,949 total recalls we track from 1995 through the present, and averages roughly 14.4 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 106 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 2013.

On this page of 50 records, severity classification shows 5 critical, 43 moderate, and 2 lower-severity recalls. The page references 27 distinct recalling firms operating in 9 distinct product categories, with 49 of 50 records disclosing affected-unit counts. Issuing-agency distribution on this slice leans toward FDA Devices (26), FDA Food (13), CPSC (6), 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 2013 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.

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FDA Devices Moderate Jul 17, 2013

REF 154209 Oxford Fixed Bearing Partial Knee Cemented Lateral Tibia Size B5 ARCOM UHMWPE / CO-CR-MO Alloy Only for use in Lateral compartment Ste…

Biomet, Inc.
FDA Devices Moderate Jul 17, 2013

REF 154231Oxford Fixed Bearing Partial Knee Cemented Lateral Tibia Size E6 ARCOM UHMWPE / CO-CR-MO Alloy Only for use in Lateral compartment Ster…

Biomet, Inc.
FDA Devices Critical Jul 17, 2013

Medtronic MiniMed Paradigm Insulin Infusion Sets The Paradigm infusion sets are intended for use with Paradigm insulin infusion pumps.

Medtronic MiniMed
FDA Devices Moderate Jul 17, 2013

REF 154238 Oxford Fixed Bearing Partial Knee Cemented Lateral Tibia Size F6 ARCOM UHMWPE / CO-CR-MO Alloy Only for use in Lateral compartment Ste…

Biomet, Inc.
FDA Devices Moderate Jul 17, 2013

REF 154232 Oxford Fixed Bearing Partial Knee Cemented Lateral Tibia Size E7 ARCOM UHMWPE / CO-CR-MO Alloy Only for use in Lateral compartment Ste…

Biomet, Inc.
FDA Devices Moderate Jul 17, 2013

REF 154201 Oxford Fixed Bearing Partial Knee Cemented Lateral Tibia Size A4 ARCOM UHMWPE / CO-CR-MO Alloy Only for use in Lateral compartment Ste…

Biomet, Inc.
FDA Devices Moderate Jul 17, 2013

REF 154224 Oxford Fixed Bearing Partial Knee Cemented Lateral Tibia Size D6 ARCOM UHMWPE / CO-CR-MO Alloy Only for use in Lateral compartment Ste…

Biomet, Inc.
FDA Devices Moderate Jul 17, 2013

REF 154228 Oxford Fixed Bearing Partial Knee Cemented Lateral Tibia Size E3 ARCOM UHMWPE / CO-CR-MO Alloy Only for use in Lateral compartment Ste…

Biomet, Inc.
FDA Devices Moderate Jul 17, 2013

Siemens Mammomat Inspiration - full-field digital mammography Product Usage: Mammography

Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc
FDA Devices Moderate Jul 17, 2013

Baxter's elastomeric infusion pumps are non-electronic, ambulatory, disposable devices that deliver continuous medication for periods of 30 minutes u…

Baxter Healthcare Corp.
FDA Devices Moderate Jul 17, 2013

REF 154218 Oxford Fixed Bearing Partial Knee Cemented Lateral Tibia Size C7 ARCOM UHMWPE / CO-CR-MO Alloy Only for use in Lateral compartment Ste…

Biomet, Inc.
FDA Devices Moderate Jul 17, 2013

REF 154223 Oxford Fixed Bearing Partial Knee Cemented Lateral Tibia Size D5 ARCOM UHMWPE / CO-CR-MO Alloy Only for use in Lateral compartment Ste…

Biomet, Inc.
FDA Devices Moderate Jul 17, 2013

Bigliani/Flatow¿ The Complete Shoulder Solution, Humeral Stem Provisional 12mm x 170mm This reusable trial device is used in orthopaedic joint rep…

Zimmer, Inc.
FDA Devices Moderate Jul 17, 2013

AngioDynamics RITA Main Cable, 9 Pin to 14 Pin, REF 700-101892. RITA Main Cables are indicated for use with the RITA RF Generators and RITA electrosu…

Angiodynamics, INC
FDA Devices Moderate Jul 17, 2013

***REF C7122***QTY 1***APEX Arthroscopy Tubing Set. Intended for use for joint irrigation and dissention during arthroscopic procedures.

Linvatec Corp. dba ConMed Linvatec
FDA Devices Moderate Jul 17, 2013

Finger Sensor for Remmers Recorder (Formerly SnoreSat Sleep recorder) To be used to gather heart rate and blood oxygen data during a sleep study.

SagaTech Electronics, Inc.
FDA Devices Moderate Jul 17, 2013

da Vinci Si Vision System Cart, model number VS3000; Manufactured by Intuitive Surgical, Sunnyvale, CA 94086. Intuitive Surgical endoscopic Ins…

Intuitive Surgical, Inc.
FDA Devices Moderate Jul 17, 2013

***REF C7120***APEX Arthroscopy Tubing Set. Intended for use for joint irrigation and dissention during arthroscopic procedures.

Linvatec Corp. dba ConMed Linvatec
FDA Devices Moderate Jul 17, 2013

Fresenius Service Replacement 0-Ring. Used in as a service part in 4 sub-assemblies manufactured and/or refurbished Fresenius hemodialysis machi…

Fresenius Medical Care Holdings, Inc.
FDA Devices Moderate Jul 17, 2013

REF 154237 Oxford Fixed Bearing Partial Knee Cemented Lateral Tibia Size F5 ARCOM UHMWPE / CO-CR-MO Alloy Only for use in Lateral compartment Ste…

Biomet, Inc.
FDA Devices Moderate Jul 17, 2013

Four Lead Arthroscopic Irrigation Set, for use with ARTHROMATIC Plastic Containers, Product Code 2C4031 -Approximate Length 99" (2.5. m) Usage: B…

Baxter Healthcare Corp.
FDA Devices Low Jul 17, 2013

RigiflexTM 11 Single-Use Achalasia Balloon Dilator, Material Number (UPN) M00554510 Product Usage: The Boston Scientific Corporation RigiflexTM I…

Boston Scientific Corporation
FDA Devices Moderate Jul 17, 2013

da Vinci Dual Camera Controller, model number DC3000; Manufactured by Intuitive Surgical, Sunnyvale, CA 94086. Intuitive Surgical endoscopic In…

Intuitive Surgical, Inc.
FDA Devices Moderate Jul 17, 2013

Integra Hallu-Fix cannulated screw driver (model number P/N 129733ND) and cannulated screwdriver tip (model number P/N 129735ND). Indicated for us…

Integra LifeSciences Corp.
FDA Devices Moderate Jul 17, 2013

REF 154203 Oxford Fixed Bearing Partial Knee Cemented Lateral Tibia Size A6 ARCOM UHMWPE / CO-CR-MO Alloy Only for use in Lateral compartment Ste…

Biomet, Inc.
FDA Devices Moderate Jul 17, 2013

REF 154208 Oxford Fixed Bearing Partial Knee Cemented Lateral Tibia Size B4 ARCOM UHMWPE / CO-CR-MO Alloy Only for use in Lateral compartment Ste…

Biomet, Inc.
CPSC Moderate Jul 17, 2013

Boys’ Hooded Jackets Recalled by 5 Star Kids Apparel Due to Strangulation Hazard

5 Star Kids Apparel, LLC dba Mecca 5 Star, of New York, N.Y.
CPSC Moderate Jul 17, 2013

Industrial Revolution Recalls LED Lanterns Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at REI Stores

REI, of Kent, Wash.
CPSC Moderate Jul 17, 2013

Sears Reannounces Recall of Kenmore Dehumidifiers Due to Additional Reports of Fires, Burn, Low Consumer Response Rate

LG Electronics (Tianjin) Appliance Co., Ltd., of Tianjin, China
CPSC Moderate Jul 17, 2013

Thermobaby Bath Seats Recalled by SCS Direct Due to Drowning Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Amazon.com
NHTSA Critical Jul 16, 2013

LOTUS 2011: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS

LOTUS
CPSC Moderate Jul 11, 2013

Hollis Recalls Digital Dive Computers Due to Drowning Hazard

Pelagic Pressure Systems, of San Leandro, Calif.
CPSC Moderate Jul 11, 2013

Staples Recalls Office Chairs Due to Fall Hazard (Recall Alert)

Global Furniture (Zheijiang) Co. Ltd. of Zheijiang, China
FDA Food Moderate Jul 10, 2013

"***DIETARY SUPPLEMENT 4HB STACK Bedtime***52 CAPLETS***MANUFACTURED EXCLUSIVELY FOR: Kirkland Science Labs 935 Jackson St #91810 Seattle, WA 98104-2…

Florida Nutri Labs, LLC
FDA Food Moderate Jul 10, 2013

ARNETT'S PLAIN CORN MEAL NET WT. 24 OZ. (1lb. 8 oz)(680g

Hoover Mill, Inc.
FDA Food Moderate Jul 10, 2013

Dixie Lily Stone Ground Meal 24 oz & 5lbs

Hoover Mill, Inc.
FDA Food Moderate Jul 10, 2013

Fudge Buttercream Frosted Peanut Butter cookies, some of which were mislabeled by being wrapped in Buttercream Frosted Cinnamon Pumpkin cookie wrappe…

Cheryls
FDA Food Moderate Jul 10, 2013

"***DIETARY SUPPLEMENT 4HB STACK Mealtime***78 CAPLETS***MANUFACTURED EXCLUSIVELY FOR: Kirkland Science Labs 935 Jackson St #91810 Seattle, WA 98104-…

Florida Nutri Labs, LLC
FDA Food Critical Jul 10, 2013

Hanna ford Gourmet Cookie Platter (36 oz. package), Includes oatmeal raisin cookies UPC # 04126874662

Delhaize America (Hannaford Bros)
FDA Food Moderate Jul 10, 2013

RAGIN' CAJUN, WEIGHT 32 LBS, MANUFACTURED BY: FOOD CONCEPTS, LEBANON, TN 37087

Food Concepts
FDA Food Low Jul 10, 2013

ALYMAQ EXTRA FINE GRANULATED SUGAR AIB, www.alymaq.com, NET WT. 50 LBS. (22.68KG), KEEP IN A COOL AND DRY PLACE. Multi-wall polyethylene lined bag. …

Alymaq Inc
FDA Food Moderate Jul 10, 2013

BIG COUNTRY BREAKFAST, CASE WEIGHT 26 LBS., MANUFACTURED BY: FOOD CONCEPTS, LEBANON, TN 37087

Food Concepts
FDA Food Critical Jul 10, 2013

Butterfly Bakery Harvest Berry Muffins (four muffins per package) Net. Wt. 14.5 OZ (410 g) UPC 6 43482 60014 8 Manufactured by: Butterfly Bakery I…

Butterfly Bakery Inc.
FDA Food Moderate Jul 10, 2013

Vegetarian Burger Mix, Item #VB 100, Pack size: 25lbs.

Good Source Incorporated
FDA Food Critical Jul 10, 2013

Hannaford Gourmet Oatmeal Raisin Cookies (9 oz. package) UPC # 0004126872715

Delhaize America (Hannaford Bros)
FDA Food Moderate Jul 10, 2013

SPANISH SENSATION, NET WEIGHT 32 LBS, MANUFACTURED BY: FOOD CONCEPTS, LEBANON, TN 37087

Food Concepts
FDA Drug Moderate Jul 10, 2013

Progesterone 50 mg/ml, Clinical Specialties Compounding Pharmacy, 318 Baston Road, Augusta, GA 30907

Clinical Specialties Compounding Pharmacy
FDA Drug Moderate Jul 10, 2013

Test Cyp 50 mg-estradiol blend 22 mg, Clinical Specialties Compounding Pharmacy, 318 Baston Road, Augusta, GA 30907

Clinical Specialties Compounding Pharmacy
FDA Drug Moderate Jul 10, 2013

Methylcobalamin 12.5 mg/ml, Clinical Specialties Compounding Pharmacy, 318 Baston Road, Augusta, GA 30907

Clinical Specialties Compounding Pharmacy
FDA Drug Moderate Jul 10, 2013

Vancomycin 50 mg/ml, Clinical Specialties Compounding Pharmacy, 318 Baston Road, Augusta, GA 30907

Clinical Specialties Compounding Pharmacy

Nearby Recall Years

Browse recalls from adjacent calendar years to see how federal enforcement volume has shifted over time.

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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 2013

Read our methodology — how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.