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2015 Recalls

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2015 Recall Year Insight

Federal agencies issued 6,853 product recalls indexed by PlainRecalls in calendar year 2015. That represents about 8.16% of the 83,949 total recalls we track from 1995 through the present, and averages roughly 18.8 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 138 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 2015.

On this page of 50 records, severity classification shows 11 critical, 35 moderate, and 4 lower-severity recalls. The page references 40 distinct recalling firms operating in 8 distinct product categories, with 40 of 50 records disclosing affected-unit counts. Issuing-agency distribution on this slice leans toward FDA Devices (18), NHTSA (10), FDA Food (10), 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 2015 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 Moderate Jul 29, 2015

EVac 70 XTRA with Integrated Cable and PROcise EZ View with Integrated Cable Product Usage: PLASMA WAND devices are indicated for ablation, resec…

ArthroCare Corporation

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 29, 2015

GEMINI TF 16 Slice CT/PET System. The Philips GEMINI PET/CT Imaging Systems are a family of integrated diagnostic X-ray Computed Tomography (CT) a…

Philips Medical Systems (Cleveland) Inc

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 29, 2015

Augmentation Kit , Sterile-.Kits containing the Devon Light Glove Catalog Number/Description 573732 7620-CWA Augmentation Kit

Covidien LLC

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 29, 2015

Major Kit, Sterile-.Kits containing the Devon Light Glove Catalog Number:Description 573831B MAJOR KIT

Covidien LLC

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 29, 2015

365¿M Lithotripsy Fiber- Reusable; Sure F!ex laser fibers are intended for use in laser-based surgical applications, including, but not limited to…

American Medical Systems Innovation Center - Silicon Valley

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 29, 2015

Ring Transjugular Intrahepatic Access Set Product Usage: The Ring Transjugular Intrahepatic Access Sets are intended for transjugular liver acces…

Cook Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 29, 2015

ATTUNE CONV FB PS ARTICULATION SURFACE SZ1-10 INTENDED USE: The Tibial Articulation Surface Trial snaps together with the Shim component to functi…

DePuy Orthopaedics, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 29, 2015

Natrelle 133 Series Tissue Expanders Product Usage: Natrelle 133 Series Tissue Expander is intended for temporary subcutaneous implantation and r…

Allergan Inc

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 29, 2015

Fiber Stripper, 365¿m, Autoclavable; The Fiber Stripper is a tool provided for stripping the protective jacket off the end of an Endostat or SureF…

American Medical Systems Innovation Center - Silicon Valley

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 29, 2015

Perkin Elmer WIZARD2 1-detector, 550 samples Product Code: 2470-0010 The Wizard¿" gamma counter is intended to detect and count gamma radiation e…

Perkinelmer

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 29, 2015

1X1 Cleaving Tiles; The Fiber Cleaver is a reusable and sterilizable tool used to score the outer jacket on Endostat and SureFlex Fibers. The t…

American Medical Systems Innovation Center - Silicon Valley

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 29, 2015

Silhouette Lift brochure Silhouette Sutures are for use in midface suspension surgery to fixate the cheek subdermis in an elevated position.

Silhouette Lift, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 29, 2015

GEMINI GXL 16 Slice CT/PET System. The Philips GEMINI PET/CT Imaging Systems are a family of integrated diagnostic X-ray Computed Tomography (CT) …

Philips Medical Systems (Cleveland) Inc

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 29, 2015

Head Holder shipped with Ingenuity CT Computed Tomography X-ray Systems

Philips Medical Systems (Cleveland) Inc

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 29, 2015

Natrelle CUI Series Tissue Expanders. Product Usage: Natrelle CUI Series Tissue Expander has been designed for temporary implantation to develop …

Allergan Inc

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 29, 2015

iovera 155 Smart Tip; Catalog numbers:STT0412-10 and STT0412-5 (10 and 5 count respectively) iovera Smart Tips are individually packaged in Tyv…

Myoscience Inc

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 29, 2015

Perkin Elmer WIZARD2 10-detector, 1000 samples Product Code: 2470-0200, 3470-0200 The Wizard¿" gamma counter is intended to detect and count gamm…

Perkinelmer

FDA Devices Moderate Jul 29, 2015

GE Healthcare Precision RXi 23A/32A Analog System

GE Healthcare

CPSC Moderate Jul 29, 2015

Whirlpool Recalls Jenn-Air Wall Ovens Due to Risk of Burns

Whirlpool Corporation, of Benton Harbor, Mich.

NHTSA Critical Jul 29, 2015

LINCOLN 2015: CHILD SEAT:TETHER: CONNECTOR/CLIP

LINCOLN

NHTSA Critical Jul 29, 2015

HONDA 2014-2015: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

HONDA

CPSC Moderate Jul 28, 2015

Arctic Cat Recalls Off-Highway Utility Vehicles Due to Fuel Leak and Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)

Arctic Cat Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minn.

CPSC Moderate Jul 28, 2015

Diamond Sports Recalls Umpire and Catcher Face Masks Due to Impact Injury Hazard

CPSC Moderate Jul 28, 2015

Kyber Outerwear Recalls Children’s Sweaters Due to Strangulation Hazard

Kyber Outerwear USA Corp., of Ogdensburg, NY

NHTSA Critical Jul 28, 2015

HONDA 2016: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

HONDA

NHTSA Critical Jul 28, 2015

CHRYSLER 2015: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

CHRYSLER

NHTSA Critical Jul 27, 2015

DODGE,JEEP 2015: SUSPENSION:REAR

DODGE,JEEP

NHTSA Critical Jul 27, 2015

DODGE 2011-2014: AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW

DODGE

NHTSA Moderate Jul 24, 2015

CHEVROLET 2014-2015: AIR BAGS

CHEVROLET

NHTSA Critical Jul 24, 2015

FORD,LINCOLN 2015-2016: PARKING BRAKE

FORD,LINCOLN

NHTSA Moderate Jul 24, 2015

CADILLAC 2013-2016: VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY

CADILLAC

CPSC Moderate Jul 23, 2015

Briggs & Stratton Recalls Simplicity Riding Mowers and Garden Tractors Due to Risk of Injury

Briggs & Stratton Corp., of Wauwatosa, Wis.

CPSC Moderate Jul 23, 2015

Husqvarna Recalls Lawn and Garden Tillers Due to Risk of Bodily Injury, Laceration

Husqvarna Consumer Outdoor Products N.A. Inc., of Charlotte, N.C.

CPSC Moderate Jul 23, 2015

Polaris Recalls Youth RZR Recreational Off-Highway Vehicles Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)

Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn.

CPSC Moderate Jul 23, 2015

UPPAbaby Recalls Strollers and RumbleSeats Due to Choking Hazard

NHTSA Critical Jul 23, 2015

CHRYSLER,DODGE,JEEP 2013-2015: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.

CHRYSLER,DODGE,JEEP

FDA Food Moderate Jul 22, 2015

CapriSun Variety Pack, with a multi colored plastic wrap with white and yellow lettering, covering 4 cartons. The 4 cartons consist of fruit punch (t…

Kraft Foods North America

FDA Food Critical Jul 22, 2015

Natural Grocers Caribbean Fruit & Nut Mix, Net Wt. (10 oz) (283g), packaged in plastic bag.

Vitamin Cottage Natural Food Markets, Inc.

FDA Food Moderate Jul 22, 2015

Tortilleria Provincia Refrigerate After Purchase Blue Corn Tortillas, Net Wt. 16 oz, 0 89780 10000 1 & 64 oz, 0 89780 10001 8, Tortilleria Provincia,…

Tortilleria Provincia

FDA Food Low Jul 22, 2015

Diet Bubba Cola, 20 FL. OZ (1.25 PT) 591 mL INGREDIENTS: CARBONATED WATER, HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, CARAMEL COLOR, PHOSPHORIC ACID, NATURAL FLAVOR, …

Dr. Pepper Snapple Group Inc

FDA Food Critical Jul 22, 2015

Dr. Praeger's California Veggie Burgers Gluten Free 11 oz. Manufactured by Dr. Praeger's Sensible Foods Elmwood Park, NJ 07047 www.drpraegers.com Mad…

Ungar's Food Products, Inc.

FDA Food Low Jul 22, 2015

Sysco International Whole Segments Mandarin Oranges In Light Syrup Net Wt. 6 LB 10 OZ (3.01 kg) NDC: 074865629065; 6 cans per case

Sysco Corporation

FDA Food Moderate Jul 22, 2015

Project 7 CARAMEL APPLE Sugar Free Gum, approximately 32 lbs. -- Manufactured by: Ford Gum and Machine Company, 18 Newton Ave., Akron, New York 14001…

Ford Gum & Machine Company Inc

FDA Food Moderate Jul 22, 2015

Sour Caramel Apple Chewing, net wt .53 oz, Gum UPC 844911 002919. Sour Caramel Apple chewing gum tablet packed in 12ct metalized PET Pouch with zi…

Project 7

FDA Food Low Jul 22, 2015

Del Campo Alino Casero Seasoning Paste, 15oz; Product Code: 03138; UPC: 7 751227 000894. Product is in a glass bottle.

Megabusiness LLC

FDA Food Critical Jul 22, 2015

Grassplot Ginger Slice, NET WT. 3.5 OZ. (100g) , UPC 7246 6247, PRODUCT OF CHINA --- Firms on label: Manufactory: Grassplot Foodstuff Factory ADD: …

Lion Pavilion Ltd.

FDA Drug Low Jul 22, 2015

Desmopressin Acetate Tablets, 0.1 mg Tablets, Rx Only, Packed in 30 Tablet (3 x 10) Cartons. Packaged and Distributed by: American Health Packaging …

American Health Packaging

FDA Drug Moderate Jul 22, 2015

Nitroglycerin Transdermal System 0.4 mg/hr (18 cm2), For Transdermal Use Only, 30 Systems (patches) per box, Rx Only, Manufactured for: Kremers Urba…

Kremers Urban Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

FDA Drug Moderate Jul 22, 2015

Rifampin for Injection, USP 600mg/vial in a 20mL vial, Rx only, Manufactured for Fresenius Kabi LLC 3 Corporate Drive, Lake Zurich, IL, 60047, by Fre…

Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC

FDA Drug Moderate Jul 22, 2015

KETOROLAC Tromethamine Inj., USP, 30 mg (30 mg/mL), 1 mL Fill, Single-dose Vials, I.V/I.M. USE, Hospira, Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045 --- NDC 0409-379…

Hospira Inc.

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 2015