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2014 Recalls

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2014 Recall Year Insight

Federal agencies issued 6,290 product recalls indexed by PlainRecalls in calendar year 2014. That represents about 7.49% of the 83,949 total recalls we track from 1995 through the present, and averages roughly 17.2 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 126 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 2014.

On this page of 50 records, severity classification shows 36 critical, 14 moderate, and 0 lower-severity recalls. The page references 14 distinct recalling firms operating in 8 distinct product categories, with 46 of 50 records disclosing affected-unit counts. Issuing-agency distribution on this slice leans toward FDA Food (20), FDA Devices (19), 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 2014 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 Devices Critical Dec 10, 2014

Gown Impervious Extra Long X-Large with Towel & Wrap, Catalog number 900-3190. Used by medical staff to perform patient care procedures such as wo…

Customed, Inc

FDA Devices Critical Dec 10, 2014

Laparoscopy Chole Pack, Catalog number 900-1059. Used by medical staff to perform patient care procedures such as wound healing, suture removals, …

Customed, Inc

FDA Devices Critical Dec 10, 2014

Ophtalmic Pack, Catalog number 900-1933. Used by medical staff to perform patient care procedures such as wound healing, suture removals, irrigat…

Customed, Inc

FDA Devices Critical Dec 10, 2014

Higado & Pancrea Pack, Catalog number 900-1966. Used by medical staff to perform patient care procedures such as wound healing, suture removals, i…

Customed, Inc

FDA Devices Critical Dec 10, 2014

, Catalog # 900-913 Used by medical staff to perform patient care procedures such as wound healing, suture removals, irrigate wounds, etc.

Customed, Inc

FDA Devices Critical Dec 10, 2014

Wound Management Tray, Catalog number 900-1154. Used by medical staff to perform patient care procedures such as wound healing, suture removals, i…

Customed, Inc

FDA Devices Critical Dec 10, 2014

Basic Pack W/Out Gown, Catalog number 900-345. Used by medical staff to perform patient care procedures such as wound healing, suture removals, ir…

Customed, Inc

FDA Devices Critical Dec 10, 2014

Wound Management Tray II, Catalog number 900-1198. Used by medical staff to perform patient care procedures such as wound healing, suture removals…

Customed, Inc

FDA Devices Moderate Dec 10, 2014

INFINITI VISION SYSTEM ULTRASOUND FMS. Single-use fluid management system. STERILE. Model Numbers: 8065741080, 8065741081, 8065741082, 8065741083…

Alcon Research, Ltd.

FDA Devices Critical Dec 10, 2014

Leggings W/7'' Cuff, Catalog number 900-1574. Used by medical staff to perform patient care procedures such as wound healing, suture removals, irr…

Customed, Inc

FDA Devices Critical Dec 10, 2014

General Line Full Body Drape, catalog #900-2262 Used by medical staff to perform patient care procedures such as wound healing, suture removals, i…

Customed, Inc

FDA Devices Critical Dec 10, 2014

Pediatric Lap Pack, Catalog number 900-1383 Used by medical staff to perform patient care procedures such as wound healing, suture removals, irri…

Customed, Inc

FDA Devices Critical Dec 10, 2014

ENT Pack, Catalog number 900-1482. Used by medical staff to perform patient care procedures such as wound healing, suture removals, irrigate wound…

Customed, Inc

FDA Devices Critical Dec 10, 2014

Laparoscopy Pack, Catalog number 900-474. Used by medical staff to perform patient care procedures such as wound healing, suture removals, irrigat…

Customed, Inc

FDA Devices Critical Dec 10, 2014

D&C Laparoscopy Pack, Catalog number 900-1476. Used by medical staff to perform patient care procedures such as wound healing, suture removals, ir…

Customed, Inc

FDA Devices Moderate Dec 10, 2014

The Dual Switch Valve is used for fluid drainage from the ventricles into the peritoneum, in cases of hydrocephalus.

Aesculap, Inc.

FDA Devices Critical Dec 10, 2014

Ear Pack, catalog #900-2234 Used by medical staff to perform patient care procedures such as wound healing, suture removals, irrigate wounds, etc.

Customed, Inc

FDA Devices Critical Dec 10, 2014

Liposuction Pack, Catalog #900-3028 Used by medical staff to perform patient care procedures such as wound healing, suture removals, irrigate woun…

Customed, Inc

FDA Devices Moderate Dec 10, 2014

GDC-10 360 SOFT 3mm x 6cm SR ; GDC 360¿ Detachable Coils are intended for embolization of those intracranial aneurysms that- because of their morp…

Stryker Neurovascular

CPSC Moderate Dec 10, 2014

Ethan Allen Recalls Floor Lamps Due to Electrical Shock

Ethan Allen of Danbury, Conn.

CPSC Moderate Dec 10, 2014

GCI Outdoor Recalls to Repair Stadium Seats Due to Risk of Injury

CPSC Moderate Dec 9, 2014

Dream On Me Recalls Incredible Play Yards Due to Strangulation Hazard

CPSC Moderate Dec 9, 2014

Lenovo Recalls Computer Power Cords Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

Lenovo Inc., of Morrisville, N.C.

CPSC Moderate Dec 9, 2014

Nordstrom Recalls Open Vest Sweaters Due to Burn Hazard; Violation of Federal Flammability Standard (Recall Alert)

NHTSA Critical Dec 9, 2014

HYUNDAI 2015: POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT

HYUNDAI

NHTSA Critical Dec 8, 2014

ACURA 2015: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

ACURA

NHTSA Critical Dec 5, 2014

FORD 2014: STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR

FORD

NHTSA Critical Dec 5, 2014

FORD 2015: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

FORD

CPSC Moderate Dec 4, 2014

Horizon Hobby Recalls HobbyZone Super Cub S Radio-Controlled Aircraft Due to Fire Hazard

CPSC Moderate Dec 4, 2014

Salsa Cycles Recalls Bicycle Forks Due to Risk of Fall Hazard

FDA Food Moderate Dec 3, 2014

Kerry 52-0189-02 All Purpose Beef & Chicken Meatball Seasoning, Net WT 43.42 lbs (19.69 Kg) , B18517.01.

Kerry Foods

FDA Food Moderate Dec 3, 2014

Los Chileros de nuevo mexico gourmet southwestern cuisine Santa Fe Chile Seasoning, 4.5oz (127.6 grams), Los Chileros de Nuevo Mexico, PO Box 6215, …

Los Chileros De Nuevo Mexico, LTD

FDA Food Critical Dec 3, 2014

Item Number 721698.01, Kerry, Breakfast Sausage Seasoning, Net WT 50 Lb (22.68 KG), Lot Number: 0417424307

Kerry Foods

FDA Food Critical Dec 3, 2014

MaraNatha Roasted Crunchy Almond Butter, 16 oz., UPC 51651092012; Whole Foods 365 Crunchy Almond Butter, 16 oz.., UPC 99482406561.

nSpired Natural Foods, Division of the Hain Celestial Group

FDA Food Moderate Dec 3, 2014

Kerry 52-0197-02, , Net Wt 39.7 lbs (18.00 Kg), B18516.01.

Kerry Foods

FDA Food Critical Dec 3, 2014

MaraNatha No Stir Creamy Almond Butter, 12 oz., UPC 51651093682; MaraNatha No Stir Creamy Almond Butter, 340 grams, UPC 51651093453; Kroger No Stir…

nSpired Natural Foods, Division of the Hain Celestial Group

FDA Food Critical Dec 3, 2014

Alfalfa seed: Organic, Alfalfa, NOP Oregon Tilth, Net Wt. 55 LB, International Specialty Supply

International Sprout Holding Inc.

FDA Food Moderate Dec 3, 2014

Los Chileros de nuevo mexico gourmet southwestern cuisine Green Chile Blue Cornbread, 9.84 oz., Los Chileros de Nuevo Mexico, PO Box 6215, Santa Fe, …

Los Chileros De Nuevo Mexico, LTD

FDA Food Critical Dec 3, 2014

MaraNatha Raw Creamy Almond Butter, 16 oz., UPC 51651092180 Trader Joe's Raw Creamy Almond Butter Unsalted, 16 oz., UPC 00569958.

nSpired Natural Foods, Division of the Hain Celestial Group

FDA Food Critical Dec 3, 2014

Trader Joe's Raw Crunchy Almond Butter Unsalted, 16 oz., UPC 919890.

nSpired Natural Foods, Division of the Hain Celestial Group

FDA Food Critical Dec 3, 2014

Alfalfa Seed in plastic lined bags labeled in part *** VNS Alfalfa, NET WT. 25 KG Lot SAL2-3BJ Product of AUSTRALIA, International Specialty Supply …

International Sprout Holding Inc.

FDA Food Critical Dec 3, 2014

Karlsburger Foods Low Sodium Taco Seasoning, Item Numbers 16423 (Packaged in 23 oz resealable plastic containers), Item #16465 (Packaged in 6.8 lb. r…

Karlsburger Foods, Inc.

FDA Food Critical Dec 3, 2014

Item Number 30590439.01, Kerry, Brown Butter 30590439.01, Net WT 50 lb (22.68 KG), Lot Number: 0416424102

Kerry Foods

FDA Food Critical Dec 3, 2014

Item Number 717548.01, Kerry 96002542, Sage Sausage Seasoning, 50 Lb (22.68 KG), Lots: 0329460107, 0428424311

Kerry Foods

FDA Food Critical Dec 3, 2014

MaraNatha Organic Raw Crunchy Almond Butter, 16 oz., UPC 51651092128.

nSpired Natural Foods, Division of the Hain Celestial Group

FDA Food Critical Dec 3, 2014

MaraNatha Organic Roasted Crunchy Peanut Butter, 16 oz., UPC 51651092203.

nSpired Natural Foods, Division of the Hain Celestial Group

FDA Food Critical Dec 3, 2014

MaraNatha No Stir Raw Maple Creamy Almond Butter, 12 oz., UPC 51651093866.

nSpired Natural Foods, Division of the Hain Celestial Group

FDA Food Critical Dec 3, 2014

Karlsburger Foods Taco Seasoning, Item Numbers 43823 (Packaged in 23 oz resealable plastic containers), Item #43807 (Packaged in 7 lb. resealable pla…

Karlsburger Foods, Inc.

FDA Food Critical Dec 3, 2014

MaraNatha Organic No Stir Roasted Crunchy Peanut Butter, 16 oz, UPC 51651092364.

nSpired Natural Foods, Division of the Hain Celestial Group

FDA Food Critical Dec 3, 2014

MaraNatha Raw Almond Butter, 340 grams, UPC 51651093064.

nSpired Natural Foods, Division of the Hain Celestial Group

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 2014