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2013 Recalls

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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 14 critical, 34 moderate, and 2 lower-severity recalls. The page references 32 distinct recalling firms operating in 6 distinct product categories, with 45 of 50 records disclosing affected-unit counts. Issuing-agency distribution on this slice leans toward FDA Food (22), FDA Devices (16), 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 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.

FDA Drug Low Jun 26, 2013

Norpace CR (disopyramide phosphate) extended-release capsules USP,150 mg, packaged in a) 100-count bottles (NDC 0025-2742-31), and b) 500-count bottl…

Pfizer Inc

FDA Drug Moderate Jun 26, 2013

Actiq (oral transmucosal fentanyl citrate) 200 mcg, lozenge on a stick, a)Single Blister (NDC 63459-502-01), b) 30 count carton (NDC 63459-502-30), R…

Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 26, 2013

Superior Approach Resection Guide Assembly. Indicated for primary, fracture, or revision total shoulder replacement for the relief of pain.

Biomet, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 26, 2013

Philips BuckyDiagnost Radiographic. Catalog Numbers: 704031, 704032, 704035, 704060, 704062 This system is used for making x-ray expos…

Philips Healthcare Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 26, 2013

Philips Diagnost Stationary Radiographic System Models: 712020, 712022, 712050, 712052, 712055, 712057, 712062 Product Usage: Universal RAD Ap…

Philips Healthcare Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 26, 2013

Aperio ScanScope System. Aperio ScanScope Models, XT, AT, AT Turbo, CS and CSO. Automated digital slide creation and viewing device. It is inten…

Aperio Technologies Inc

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 26, 2013

BC Hammock Mesh Sling (Small), product number, 537010. Product Usage: The fabric sling is used for the transfer of a patient, for example from a…

Prism Medical Services USA

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 26, 2013

MEDICYCL-E- Lite Portable Oxygen System An integrated portable oxygen delivery system intended to provide supplemental oxygen to adults. The devic…

Linde Gas North America Llc

FDA Devices Critical Jun 26, 2013

GlideScope Video Laryngoscope (GVL) 3, 4, 5 and GlideScope (AVL) 2, 3, 4 and 5 reusable blades Product Usage: The GlideScope Video Laryngoscopes…

Verathon, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 26, 2013

ARTISTE with syngo RT Therapist version 4.3 Product Usage: The intended use of the SIEMENS branded ARTISTE family of linear accelerator systems …

Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc

FDA Devices Critical Jun 26, 2013

Respironics V60 Ventilator, Model #V60 Respironics Material P/N (Philips 12 Digit P/N): 85008 (85008) 1053613 (989805628251) 1053614 (989805…

Respironics California Inc

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 26, 2013

BC Hammock Mesh Sling (Large), product number, 537030. Product Usage: The fabric sling is used for the transfer of a patient, for example from a …

Prism Medical Services USA

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 26, 2013

BC Hammock Mesh Sling (Medium), product number, 537005. Product Usage: Usage: The fabric sling is used for the transfer of a patient, for examp…

Prism Medical Services USA

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 26, 2013

BC Hammock Mesh Sling (Junior), product number, 537005. Product Usage: The fabric sling is used for the transfer of a patient, for example from …

Prism Medical Services USA

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 26, 2013

VITROS Chemistry Products-HCY Reagent packaged in a kit carton. Catalog# 6802002. Used to quantitatively measure total homocysteine (HCY) concen…

Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 26, 2013

Echelon, Echelon Oval and Oasis MR imaging device systems; one unit per box. The Echelon, Echelon Oval and Oasis MR systems are imaging devices, …

Hitachi Medical Systems America Inc

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 26, 2013

Philips BuckyDiagnost Radiographic, a Diagnostic X-ray system. Catalog Numbers: 704031, 704032, 704035, 704060, 704062 This system is use…

Philips Healthcare Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 26, 2013

Tecan Freedom EVO with Touch Tools Suite Version 3.0 The intended use of the Touch Tools Suite is to run previously defined scripts and processes…

Tecan US, Inc.

NHTSA Moderate Jun 26, 2013

FORD,LINCOLN 2013: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

FORD,LINCOLN

CPSC Moderate Jun 25, 2013

Bel Air Lighting Recalls Chandeliers Due to Impact Injury Hazard

CPSC Moderate Jun 25, 2013

Genlyte Recalls Capri Track Lighting Due to Impact Injury Hazard

Tai Sing Group Ltd., of Hong Kong

CPSC Moderate Jun 25, 2013

Horizon Hobby Recalls Batteries Due to Fire Hazard

Kiel Technology Ltd., of Hong Kong

NHTSA Critical Jun 25, 2013

HYUNDAI 2012-2013: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE

HYUNDAI

NHTSA Critical Jun 24, 2013

HONDA 2007-2008: VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS

HONDA

NHTSA Critical Jun 21, 2013

FORD 2006-2012: EQUIPMENT

FORD

CPSC Moderate Jun 20, 2013

Kichler Lighting Recalls Chandeliers Due to Injury Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Lowe's Stores

CPSC Moderate Jun 20, 2013

Paddywax Recalls Fragrance Diffusers Due to Violation of the FHSA Labeling Requirements

Paddywax LLC, of Franklin, Tenn.

NHTSA Moderate Jun 20, 2013

MITSUBISHI 2011: VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY

MITSUBISHI

FDA Food Critical Jun 19, 2013

Trophy Nut Brand 1.5 oz. Red Pistachio Tube and Nut Barrel Brand 1.25 oz. Red Pistachio Tube.

Trophy Nut Co Inc

FDA Food Critical Jun 19, 2013

Blessing Brand Wild White EZ Peel Shrimp, 16/20 CT. 4 x 5 lbs cartons. The product is bagged in 5 lbs clear plastic bags, the only label iss on th…

Blessing Seafood, Inc.

FDA Food Critical Jun 19, 2013

IGA Brand Vanilla & Chocolate Ice Cream, 1.75 Quart

Dairy Fresh LLC

FDA Food Moderate Jun 19, 2013

Chicken Noodle Soup Mix, "9 oz cello bag, Contents: All natural enriched semolina flour***PURELY AMERICAN 5991 Industrial Park Road, Athens, OH 45701…

Purely American, Inc.

FDA Food Critical Jun 19, 2013

Fresh Thai chili peppers. Loose fresh Thai chili peppers packaged with inner plastic mesh bag into paper carton cardboard boxes. Imported bulk. Ou…

Fruit Treasure Inc

FDA Food Moderate Jun 19, 2013

MARIN COUNTY CARROT CAKE MIX 18.5 oz coffee bag Contents: Unbleached white flour; whole wheat flour, sugar, spices, non-aluminum baking powder, bakin…

Purely American, Inc.

FDA Food Moderate Jun 19, 2013

LONG ISLAND BAYMEN SEAFOOD CHOWDER MIX 15 oz cello bag Contents: All natural enriched semolina flour***spray dried tomato, spinach and beet powders, …

Purely American, Inc.

FDA Food Moderate Jun 19, 2013

MAMA MARINO'S MINESTRONE SOUP MIX 15 oz cello bag Contents: Assorted beans & barley, Enriched semolina flour***spray dried tomato, spinach and beet p…

Purely American, Inc.

FDA Food Moderate Jun 19, 2013

Natures Path Hemp Plus Granola sold in bulk bins at Whole Foods PLU 8106

Whole Foods Market

FDA Food Moderate Jun 19, 2013

GILROY GARLIC PASTA STIR FRY MIX 11oz cello bag Contents: All natural enriched semolina flour***spray dried tomato, spinach and beet powders, water, …

Purely American, Inc.

FDA Food Moderate Jun 19, 2013

INDIAN RIVER ORANGE DROP COOKIES MIX 17 oz coffee bag Contents: Unbleached white flour; granulated sugar, confectioner's sugar, orange peel, baking p…

Purely American, Inc.

FDA Food Critical Jun 19, 2013

Pure Herbs, Ltd. Natural Herbal Extracts Protein Dietary Supplement.120mL/4 fl. oz. bottle; 30mL/1 fl.oz bottle.

Pure Herbs Ltd

FDA Food Moderate Jun 19, 2013

Pasta Salad Mix, Contents: All natural enriched semolina flour, spray dried tomato, spinach and beet powders, water, spices, dried tomatoes, black pe…

Purely American, Inc.

FDA Food Moderate Jun 19, 2013

SHENANDOAH VALLEY APPLE AND SPICE CAKE MIX 15.5 oz coffee bag Contents: Unbleached white flour; cane sugar, spices, non-aluminum baking powder, bakin…

Purely American, Inc.

FDA Food Critical Jun 19, 2013

America's Choice 9 oz. Giant Pistachios

Trophy Nut Co Inc

FDA Food Moderate Jun 19, 2013

Market Pantry, Sweet & Salty Mix, NET WT 3 oz (85g), UPC 0 85239 08131 0, INGREDIENTS: Peanuts (peanuts...) ...Honey Roasted Peanuts...Honey Roasted …

American Importing Co, Inc

FDA Food Moderate Jun 19, 2013

SANTA FE CORNBREAD MIX 12.25 oz coffee bag Contents: Yellow corn meal, unbleached white flour; dehydrated garlic, onion, paprika, bell peppers, celer…

Purely American, Inc.

FDA Food Critical Jun 19, 2013

XYMOGEN EP Exclusive Patented Dietary Supplement Artriphen Clinically Tested to Support Healthy Joint Function, 90 and 180 capsule bottles

Atlantic Pro Nutrients, Inc. dba XYMOGEN

FDA Food Critical Jun 19, 2013

Trophy Nut Brand 1.5 oz. tube; Trophy Nut Brand 1.25 oz. tube; Nut Barrel Brand 5 oz. Fundraising bag; and Nut Barrel Brand 1.25 oz. tube.

Trophy Nut Co Inc

FDA Food Critical Jun 19, 2013

Uncle Eddies Vegan Oatmeal Chocolate Cookies, 12 oz. One shipping carton/case consists of 12bags. Product labeling reads in part:"uncle Eddies ve…

International Desserts and Delicacies

FDA Food Moderate Jun 19, 2013

ADIRONDACK GETAWAY PASTA TOSS MIX 11oz cello bag Contents: All natural enriched semolina flour***spray dried tomato, spinach and beet powders, water,…

Purely American, Inc.

FDA Food Low Jun 19, 2013

Berkshire Blue Cheese, Made from Whole Unpasteurized Cow's' Milk. Aged 60 days Unit size: 2-3 Lb. wheels Wrapped in wax paper then plastic

Berkshire Cheese LLC

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