2016 Recalls
6,806 recalls · Page 80 of 137
2016 Recall Year Insight
Federal agencies issued 6,806 product recalls indexed by PlainRecalls in calendar year 2016. That represents about 8.11% of the 83,949 total recalls we track from 1995 through the present, and averages roughly 18.6 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 137 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 6 critical, 37 moderate, and 7 lower-severity recalls. The page references 20 distinct recalling firms operating in 7 distinct product categories, with 44 of 50 records disclosing affected-unit counts. Issuing-agency distribution on this slice leans toward FDA Devices (29), FDA Drug (11), 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, NHTSA, or USDA FSIS for the system-of-record on any specific recall. PlainRecalls indexes this archive for research and consumer awareness purposes.
Dicloxacillin Sodium Capsules USP, 500mg, Rx Only, 100 Capsule bottle, Manufactured in Austria by Sandoz Gmbh, Distributed by Sandoz Inc. , Princeto…
Sandoz, Inc
Dicloxacillin Sodium Capsules, USP 250mg, Rx Only, 100 Capsule Bottle, Manufactured in Austria by Sandoz Gmbh, Distributed by Sandoz Inc., Princeto…
Sandoz, Inc
Mycophenolate Mofetil, Bulk Powder, Quantity 1000 g, For prescription compounding use and medical manufacturing or processing only, Attix Pharmaceuti…
Attix Pharmaceuticals Inc
Hyoscyamine Sulfate Sublingual Tablets, 0.125 mg, packaged in 100-count bottles, Rx only, Manufactured for: Virtus Pharmaceuticals OPCO II, LLC. Nash…
Virtus Pharmaceuticals, Llc
1% Clotrimazol cream, 30 mg tube, UPC 501318644335
Profarma Distributors LLC
VERMOX Tablets 500 mg, 1-count box, UPC 501109900596
Profarma Distributors LLC
tabcin ACTIVE M.R. Capsules, 12-count box , UPC 7501008485057
Profarma Distributors LLC
Irbesartan and Hydrochlorothiazide Tablets, USP, 300/12.5 mg, Rx only, Manufactured by: Zhejiang Huahai Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd, Xunqiao, Linhai, Zhe…
Prinston Pharmaceutical Inc
VERMOX Tablets 100 mg; 6-count box, UPC 7501109900619
Profarma Distributors LLC
tabcin NOCHE; Capsules,12-count box, UPC 501008485033
Profarma Distributors LLC
VP-CH-PNV Prenatal/Postnatal capsules, prenatal supplement, 30-count bottle, Rx only, Manufactured for: Virtus Pharmaceuticals, LLC, Tampa, FL 33619,…
Virtus Pharmaceuticals, Llc
6534-08N InterActive¿ Implant Open-Tray Transfer Narrow Part Number: 6534-08N Product Usage: Intended Use of Implant Direct Open Tray Transfers…
Implant Direct Sybron Manufacturing, LLC
BIOGRAPH mCT Flow 20-4R, MATERIAL NUMBER 10528958 The Siemens Biograph TruePoint systems are combined X-Ray Computed Tomography (CT) and Positron …
Siemens Medical Solutions USA Inc.
SYS IVK, Bio mCT-S(40) 3R->4R Upgrade, MATERIAL NUMBER 10250743 The Siemens Biograph TruePoint systems are combined X-Ray Computed Tomography (CT)…
Siemens Medical Solutions USA Inc.
BIOGRAPH 40 TruePoint w/TrueV, Material Number 10097304 The Siemens Biograph TruePoint systems are combined X-Ray Computed Tomography (CT) and Posit…
Siemens Medical Solutions USA Inc.
Biograph mCT-S(64) 3R, MATERIAL NUMBER 10248669 The Siemens Biograph TruePoint systems are combined X-Ray Computed Tomography (CT) and Positron Em…
Siemens Medical Solutions USA Inc.
BIOGRAPH mCT Flow 64-4R, MATERIAL NUMBER 10529161 The Siemens Biograph TruePoint systems are combined X-Ray Computed Tomography (CT) and Positron …
Siemens Medical Solutions USA Inc.
BIOGRAPH mCT Flow 40-3R, MATERIAL NUMBER 10529158 The Siemens Biograph TruePoint systems are combined X-Ray Computed Tomography (CT) and Positron …
Siemens Medical Solutions USA Inc.
Crit Line in a Clip (CLiC). CliC P/N: CL 10041001 CLiC is a continuous real-time monitor for non-invasive hematocrit oxygen saturation and percent c…
Fresenius Medical Care Renal Therapies Group, LLC
BIOGRAPH 40-3R to 64-3R Upgrade, Material Number 10246390 The Siemens Biograph TruePoint systems are combined X-Ray Computed Tomography (CT) and P…
Siemens Medical Solutions USA Inc.
Germ Terminator, Toothbrush Steam Sterilization for Oral Health. Model GT100. The Germ Terminator uses steam heat to sanitize two manual toothbrush…
Ceg Enterprises Llc
BIOGRAPH 6-4R TruePoint w/TrueV, MATERIAL NUMBER 10097290 The Siemens Biograph TruePoint systems are combined X-Ray Computed Tomography (CT) and P…
Siemens Medical Solutions USA Inc.
BIOGRAPH mCT S(20)-4R, MATERIAL NUMBER 10534160 The Siemens Biograph TruePoint systems are combined X-Ray Computed Tomography (CT) and Positron Em…
Siemens Medical Solutions USA Inc.
BIOGRAPH mCT Flow 64-3R, MATERIAL NUMBER 10529160 The Siemens Biograph TruePoint systems are combined X-Ray Computed Tomography (CT) and Positron …
Siemens Medical Solutions USA Inc.
CytoVision Image Analysis and Capture System, an automated cell-locating device. The Cytovision is a rapid metaphase finder, image acquisition and co…
Leica Biosystems Richmond Inc.
BIOGRAPH Sys 40-3R to 40-4R, MATERIAL NUMBER 10246388 The Siemens Biograph TruePoint systems are combined X-Ray Computed Tomography (CT) and Posit…
Siemens Medical Solutions USA Inc.
BIOGRAPH 64-3R TruePoint, MATERIAL NUMBER 10097301 The Siemens Biograph TruePoint systems are combined X-Ray Computed Tomography (CT) and Positron…
Siemens Medical Solutions USA Inc.
Biograph 16 TruePoint, MATERIAL NUMBER 10249555 The Siemens Biograph TruePoint systems are combined X-Ray Computed Tomography (CT) and Positron Em…
Siemens Medical Solutions USA Inc.
SYS IVK, Bio mCT-X 3R->4R Upgrade, MATERIAL NUMBER 10250745 The Siemens Biograph TruePoint systems are combined X-Ray Computed Tomography (CT) and…
Siemens Medical Solutions USA Inc.
Biograph mCT-X 4R, MATERIAL NUMBER 10248670 The Siemens Biograph TruePoint systems are combined X-Ray Computed Tomography (CT) and Positron Emissi…
Siemens Medical Solutions USA Inc.
Biograph 6 TP 3R to 4R Upgrade, Material Number 10246387 The Siemens Biograph TruePoint systems are combined X-Ray Computed Tomography (CT) and Po…
Siemens Medical Solutions USA Inc.
Biograph Sys 16-3R to 16-4R upgrade, MATERIAL NUMBER 10525581 The Siemens Biograph TruePoint systems are combined X-Ray Computed Tomography (CT) a…
Siemens Medical Solutions USA Inc.
BIOGRAPH 64-4R TruePoint w/TrueV, MATERIAL NUMBER 10097302 The Siemens Biograph TruePoint systems are combined X-Ray Computed Tomography (CT) and …
Siemens Medical Solutions USA Inc.
Biograph mCT-S(40) 4R, MATERIAL NUMBER 10248671 The Siemens Biograph TruePoint systems are combined X-Ray Computed Tomography (CT) and Positron Em…
Siemens Medical Solutions USA Inc.
BIOGRAPH 64 - 3 Ring, Material Number 08727450 The Siemens Biograph TruePoint systems are combined X-Ray Computed Tomography (CT) and Positron Emi…
Siemens Medical Solutions USA Inc.
BIOGRAPH SYS 64-3R to 64-4R, MATERIAL NUMBER 10246389 The Siemens Biograph TruePoint systems are combined X-Ray Computed Tomography (CT) and Positro…
Siemens Medical Solutions USA Inc.
Myriad handpiece Tissue morcellator
Nico Corp.
Biograph mCT-S(64) 4R, MATERIAL NUMBER 10248672 The Siemens Biograph TruePoint systems are combined X-Ray Computed Tomography (CT) and Positron Em…
Siemens Medical Solutions USA Inc.
EV3 EverFiex" Self-expanding Peripheral Stent System, Sterilized using Ethylene Oxide, Rx Only, PRB35-08-040-080. The Protege EverFiex" Self-expand…
Ev3, Inc.
SIOOA I (EP I84) Rabbit Monoclonal Antibody; Catalogue numbers 408R-14, 408R-15, and 408R-16; Part number: 470361. Intended for identifying by ligh…
Cell Marque Corporation
Children’s Nightgowns Recalled by Saro Trading Due to Violation of Federal Flammability Standard
NISSAN 2016: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
NISSAN
FORD 2016: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
FORD
KIA 2016: SUSPENSION:REAR
KIA
Following an Additional Child Fatality, IKEA Recalls 29 Million MALM and Other Models of Chests and Dressers Due to Serious Tip-Over Hazard; Consumer…
IKEA North America, of Conshohocken, Pa.
Polaris Recalls Ranger ROVs Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)
Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn.
FORD 2015-2016: POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT
FORD
FORD 2016: SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER
FORD
CHRYSLER,DODGE 2015-2016: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
CHRYSLER,DODGE
3M Recalls Hard Hats Due to Shock Hazard
3M Company, of St. Paul, Minn.
Nearby Recall Years
Browse recalls from adjacent calendar years to see how federal enforcement volume has shifted over time.
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 2016
Read our methodology — how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.