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2016 Recalls

8,148 recalls · Page 114 of 163

2016 Recall Year Insight

Federal agencies issued 8,148 product recalls indexed by PlainRecalls in calendar year 2016. That represents about 9.71% of the 83,949 total recalls we track from 1995 through the present, and averages roughly 22.3 recalls per day across the FDA, CPSC, 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 163 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 2016.

On this page of 50 records, severity classification shows 11 critical, 13 moderate, and 26 lower-severity recalls. The page references 14 distinct recalling firms operating in 6 distinct product categories, with 44 of 50 records disclosing affected-unit counts. Issuing-agency distribution on this slice leans toward FDA Food (36), CPSC (6), NHTSA (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 2016 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, or NHTSA 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 Critical May 18, 2016

Vitek 2 Gram Positive Susceptibility Test Cards (AST-P641 REF 418590), 20 cards/kit. Product Usage: The VITEK 2 Gram Positive Susceptibility Car…

Biomerieux Inc
FDA Devices Critical May 18, 2016

Vitek 2 Gram Positive Susceptibility Test Cards (AST-P643 REF 418671), 20 cards/kit. Product Usage: The VITEK 2 Gram Positive Susceptibility Car…

Biomerieux Inc
CPSC Moderate May 18, 2016

phil&teds Recalls Dash Strollers Due to Risk of Injury

phil&teds, of Fort Collins, Colo.
CPSC Moderate May 17, 2016

Pacific Cycle Recalls Infant Bicycle Helmets Due to Choking and Magnet Ingestion Hazards; Sold Exclusively at Target
CPSC Moderate May 17, 2016

Target Recalls Menorahs Due to Fire Hazard
NHTSA Critical May 17, 2016

KIA 2013: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR

KIA
NHTSA Critical May 17, 2016

BMW 2011: POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT

BMW
NHTSA Critical May 17, 2016

MERCEDES-BENZ 2016: POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT

MERCEDES-BENZ
NHTSA Critical May 16, 2016

FIAT 2013-2016: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY

FIAT
NHTSA Critical May 16, 2016

FIAT 2012-2016: POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION

FIAT
NHTSA Moderate May 16, 2016

CHRYSLER,DODGE 2016: SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY

CHRYSLER,DODGE
CPSC Moderate May 12, 2016

Hobby Lobby Recalls Infant Pacifier Holders Due to Choking Hazard
CPSC Moderate May 12, 2016

Hobby Lobby Recalls Infant Rattles Due to Choking Hazard

CPSC Moderate May 12, 2016

Kubota Recalls Utility Vehicles Due to Injury and Collision Hazards (Recall Alert)

Kubota Tractor Corporation, of Torrance, Calif.
FDA Food Low May 11, 2016

Iowa Select Herbs LLC, Burdock Root, www.iowaselectherbs.com, 4 fl. Oz.., Cedar Rapids, IA 52402

Iowa Select Herbs LLC
FDA Food Low May 11, 2016

Iowa Select Herbs LLC, Acerola Berry (Malpighia), www.iowaselectherbs.com, 4 fl. Oz. (120 ml), Cedar Rapids, IA 52402

Iowa Select Herbs LLC
FDA Food Moderate May 11, 2016

Rellenos de Papa (meat flavored potato balls): This product is distributed without label.

Pastry Food Products Inc.
FDA Food Critical May 11, 2016

Roasted Salt and Pepper Inshell Pistachios: Packaged under brand name of Wonderful. Packed in 4.50oz. bag. UPC - Bag 014113910293, Outer B…

Wonderful Pistachios & Almonds, LLC.
FDA Food Low May 11, 2016

Iowa Select Herbs LLC, Damiana Leaf (Turnera diffusa), www.iowaselectherbs.com, 1 gallon, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402

Iowa Select Herbs LLC
FDA Food Low May 11, 2016

Iowa Select Herbs LLC, Lemon Balm Leaf (Melissa officinalis), www.iowaselectherbs.com, (a) 1 fl. Oz., (b) 4 fl. Oz., (c) 8 fl. Oz., (d) 16 fl. Oz., (…

Iowa Select Herbs LLC
FDA Food Low May 11, 2016

Iowa Select Herbs LLC, Reishi Mushroom (Ganoderma Lucidum), www.iowaselectherbs.com, 7.5 fl. Oz., Cedar Rapids, IA 52402

Iowa Select Herbs LLC
FDA Food Low May 11, 2016

Iowa Select Herbs LLC, Kava Kava Root (Piper methysticum), www.iowaselectherbs.com, (a) 2 fl. Oz., (b) 4 fl. Oz., (c) 16 fl. Oz., Cedar Rapids, IA 52…

Iowa Select Herbs LLC
FDA Food Critical May 11, 2016

Roasted Salted Shelled Pistachios Packaged under brand name of Wonderful Packed in 6 oz.., 2.5 oz., 24 oz., 6 oz., 225 g bags. UPC - 6 oz. b…

Wonderful Pistachios & Almonds, LLC.
FDA Food Low May 11, 2016

Iowa Select Herbs LLC, Red Ginseng Root (Panax ginseng), www.iowaselectherbs.com, 7.5 fl. Oz., Cedar Rapids, IA 52402

Iowa Select Herbs LLC
FDA Food Moderate May 11, 2016

Hot smoked Escolar chunks, vacuum packaged, one chunk per package. Manufactured by North Fish USA, Pembroke Pines, FL 33009

North Fish Usa
FDA Food Low May 11, 2016

Iowa Select Herbs LLC, Olive Leaf (Olea europa), www.iowaselectherbs.com, (a) 4 fl. Oz. (b) 16 fl. Oz., (c) 1 gallon (d) Unknown size. Cedar Rapids, …

Iowa Select Herbs LLC
FDA Food Low May 11, 2016

Iowa Select Herbs LLC, Licorice Root (Glycyrrhiza glabra), www.iowaselectherbs.com, (a) 2 fl. Oz., (b) 4 fl. Oz., (c) 16 fl. Oz., Cedar Rapids, IA 52…

Iowa Select Herbs LLC
FDA Food Low May 11, 2016

Iowa Select Herbs LLC, Milk Thistle Seed (Carduus marianus), www.iowaselectherbs.com, (a) 4 fl. Oz., (b) 16 fl. Oz., (c) 32 fl. Oz., Cedar Rapids, IA…

Iowa Select Herbs LLC
FDA Food Low May 11, 2016

Iowa Select Herbs LLC, Broad Beans, www.iowaselectherbs.com, 1 gallon., Cedar Rapids, IA 52402

Iowa Select Herbs LLC
FDA Food Critical May 11, 2016

50% Less Salt Dry Roasted & Salted Inshell Pistachios; Packaged for Trader Joe's. Packaged in 16 oz. bag. UPC 00111348

Wonderful Pistachios & Almonds, LLC.
FDA Food Low May 11, 2016

Iowa Select Herbs LLC, Alcohol-free, Sage Leaf, www.iowaselectherbs.com, 1 gallon., Cedar Rapids, IA 52402

Iowa Select Herbs LLC
FDA Food Low May 11, 2016

Iowa Select Herbs LLC, Sassparilla Smilax uti lis, www.iowaselectherbs.com, 7.5 fl. Oz.., Cedar Rapids, IA 52402

Iowa Select Herbs LLC
FDA Food Low May 11, 2016

Iowa Select Herbs LLC, Magnolia Bark www.iowaselectherbs.com, 1 Gallon., Cedar Rapids, IA 52402

Iowa Select Herbs LLC
FDA Food Low May 11, 2016

Iowa Select Herbs LLC, Saw Palmetto Berry (Serenoa repens), www.iowaselectherbs.com, (a) 4 fl. Oz. (b) 16 fl. Oz., (c) 32 fl. Oz., (d) unknown size.…

Iowa Select Herbs LLC
FDA Food Moderate May 11, 2016

TRIGAL*** Empanadillas Sabor a Carne (meat flavored turnovers)***Peso neto 3 lbs (Net Weight 3 pounds)*** Pqte. de 12 (12 units package)***Pastry Foo…

Pastry Food Products Inc.
FDA Food Low May 11, 2016

Iowa Select Herbs LLC, Alisma Leaf, www.iowaselectherbs.com, 1 gallon, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402

Iowa Select Herbs LLC
FDA Food Low May 11, 2016

Iowa Select Herbs LLC, Juniper Berry (Juniperus communis), www.iowaselectherbs.com, 1 gallon, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402

Iowa Select Herbs LLC
FDA Food Low May 11, 2016

Iowa Select Herbs LLC, Atragalus Root (Astragalus Membranaceus), www.iowaselectherbs.com, (a) 1 fl. Oz., (b) 2 fl. Oz., (c) 4 fl. Oz., and (d) 7.5 fl…

Iowa Select Herbs LLC
FDA Food Low May 11, 2016

Iowa Select Herbs LLC, Eleuthero Root (Eleutherococcus senticosus), www.iowaselectherbs.com, 7.5 fl. Oz., Cedar Rapids, IA 52402

Iowa Select Herbs LLC
FDA Food Low May 11, 2016

Iowa Select Herbs LLC, Black Cohosh Root, www.iowaselectherbs.com, 1 fl. Oz., Cedar Rapids, IA 52402

Iowa Select Herbs LLC
FDA Food Low May 11, 2016

Iowa Select Herbs LLC, Acia Berry (Euterpe oleracea), www.iowaselectherbs.com, 4 fl. Oz. (120 ml), Cedar Rapids, IA 52402

Iowa Select Herbs LLC
FDA Food Low May 11, 2016

Iowa Select Herbs LLC, Solomon Seal, www.iowaselectherbs.com, 1 gallon, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402

Iowa Select Herbs LLC
FDA Food Low May 11, 2016

Iowa Select Herbs LLC, Ginger Root (Zingiber officinale), www.iowaselectherbs.com, (a) 2 fl. Oz. (b) 4 fl. Oz. (c) 7.5 fl. Oz., (d) 1 gallon, Cedar …

Iowa Select Herbs LLC
FDA Food Low May 11, 2016

Iowa Select Herbs LLC, Scullcap (Scutellaria lateriflora), www.iowaselectherbs.com, 4 fl. Oz., Cedar Rapids, IA 52402

Iowa Select Herbs LLC
FDA Food Low May 11, 2016

Iowa Select Herbs LLC, Yarrow Flowers (Achillea millefolium), www.iowaselectherbs.com, 4 fl. Oz., Cedar Rapids, IA 52402

Iowa Select Herbs LLC
FDA Food Moderate May 11, 2016

Hot smoked Atlantic Ocean Perch, vacuumed package, one fish per package. Manufactured by North Fish USA, Pembroke Pines, FL 33009

North Fish Usa
FDA Food Low May 11, 2016

Iowa Select Herbs LLC, Tumeric, www.iowaselectherbs.com, 7.5 fl. Oz., Cedar Rapids, IA 52402

Iowa Select Herbs LLC
FDA Food Moderate May 11, 2016

Hot smoked Mackerel, vacuum packaged, one fish per package. Manufactured by North Fish USA, Pembroke Pines, FL 33009

North Fish Usa
FDA Food Moderate May 11, 2016

Organic Chamomile Tea Bag Cut (TBC) bulk sold in original cases (25kg bags), Bulk product 25 kg craft paper bags "L 0609-13681-238641-01 ORGANIC C…

Qtrade Teas And Herb
FDA Food Critical May 11, 2016

NORVEN herring in oil, Net Wt. 17.6 oz. (500g), UPC barcode 856687004196, and Net Wt. 10.6 oz. (300g), UPC barcode 856687004189 -- Product of Ukraine…

OLMA-XXI INC.

Nearby Recall Years

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Data Sources

  • Source: FDA openFDA Enforcement API — calendar-year recall filings for food, drugs, and devices
  • Source: CPSC + NHTSA — consumer product and vehicle recall feeds for 2016

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