2016 Recalls
8,211 recalls · Page 96 of 165
2016 Recall Year Insight
Federal agencies issued 8,211 product recalls indexed by PlainRecalls in calendar year 2016. That represents about 8.07% of the 101,704 total recalls we track from 1995 through the present, and averages roughly 22.5 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 165 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 9 critical, 40 moderate, and 1 lower-severity recalls. The page references 24 distinct recalling firms operating in 7 distinct product categories, with 41 of 50 records disclosing affected-unit counts. Issuing-agency distribution on this slice leans toward FDA Devices (31), NHTSA (9), CPSC (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.
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
Biograph mCT-S(40) 3R, MATERIAL NUMBER 10248668 The Siemens Biograph TruePoint systems are combined X-Ray Computed Tomography (CT) and Positron Em…
Siemens Medical Solutions USA Inc.
Biograph mCT-X 3R, MATERIAL NUMBER 10248673 The Siemens Biograph TruePoint systems are combined X-Ray Computed Tomography (CT) and Positron Emissi…
Siemens Medical Solutions USA Inc.
BIOGRAPH 6 TruePoint, Material Number 10097289 The Siemens Biograph TruePoint systems are combined X-Ray Computed Tomography (CT) and Positron Emi…
Siemens Medical Solutions USA Inc.
Fujifilm Synapse PACS software version 4.4.000, Fujifilm Synapse PACS software version 4.4.001, Fujifilm Synapse PACS software version 4.4.004, Fu…
Fujifilm Medical Systems U.S.A., Inc.
BIOGRAPH mCT Flow Edge-4R, MATERIAL NUMBER 10528955 The Siemens Biograph TruePoint systems are combined X-Ray Computed Tomography (CT) and Positro…
Siemens Medical Solutions USA Inc.
BIOGRAPH mCT S(20) - 3R, MATERIAL NUMBER 10507786 The Siemens Biograph TruePoint systems are combined X-Ray Computed Tomography (CT) and Positron …
Siemens Medical Solutions USA Inc.
BIOGRAPH mCT Flow 20-3R, MATERIAL NUMBER 10528956 The Siemens Biograph TruePoint systems are combined X-Ray Computed Tomography (CT) and Positron …
Siemens Medical Solutions USA Inc.
BIOGRAPH mCT Flow 40-4R, MATERIAL NUMBER 10529159 The Siemens Biograph TruePoint systems are combined X-Ray Computed Tomography (CT) and Positron …
Siemens Medical Solutions USA Inc.
BIOGRAPH mCT Flow Edge-3R, MATERIAL NUMBER 10528954 The Siemens Biograph TruePoint systems are combined X-Ray Computed Tomography (CT) and Positro…
Siemens Medical Solutions USA Inc.
Biograph 16 TruePoint TV, Material Number 10249556 The Siemens Biograph TruePoint systems are combined X-Ray Computed Tomography (CT) and Positron E…
Siemens Medical Solutions USA Inc.
BIOGRAPH 40 - 3 Ring, Material Number 10097233 The Siemens Biograph TruePoint systems are combined X-Ray Computed Tomography (CT) and Positron Emiss…
Siemens Medical Solutions USA Inc.
Sharpoint Polypropylene Blue Monofilament 6"/15cm 9-0 USP, Product No. J2558N
SSC- Surgical Specialties Corporation
Siemens Healthcare ADVIA Centaur Tnl-Ultra Assay . In-Vitro Diagnostic for quantitative determination of cardiac troponin For in vitro diagnostic us…
Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc
Histoplasma Yeast Complement Fixation Antigen Dilute Ref# H30150 The fungal antigens and positive controls are used to detect antibodies in patient …
Immuno-Mycologics, Inc
BIOGRAPH 40 TruePoint, Material Number 10097303 The Siemens Biograph TruePoint systems are combined X-Ray Computed Tomography (CT) and Positron Emi…
Siemens Medical Solutions USA Inc.
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
VOLVO 2013: SUSPENSION:FRONT
VOLVO
VOLKSWAGEN 2016: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
VOLKSWAGEN
CHRYSLER,DODGE,RAM 2015-2016: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
CHRYSLER,DODGE,RAM
3M Recalls Hard Hats Due to Shock Hazard
3M Company, of St. Paul, Minn.
HP Recalls Batteries for HP and Compaq Notebook Computers Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
October Mountain Products Recalls Hanging Bow Scales Due to Impact and Laceration Hazards
Kinsey's Inc., d/b/a October Mountain Products, Inc., of Mount Joy, Pa.
MITSUBISHI 2002-2013: SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM
MITSUBISHI
Publix Deli, Wheatberry Salad, sold in 3.5 oz clamshell, 1 lb Grab and Go kit, and Chef Select custom order behind the deli counter. Received at re…
Publix Super Markets, Inc.
¿ Sheet Unbaked Message Cookie, 20/20 oz. Unbaked Chocolate Chip Cookies, Net Weight 25 lbs/11.34 kg.
CSM Bakery Products NA
Pocahontas Clear Liquid Frying Shortening, Net Wt. 35 LB (15.88), Distributed by Progressive Group Alliance, Inc., Richmond, VA 23228, UPC 7 32146 18…
Oasis Trading Co., Inc.
Fresh Harvest Ice NET WT 8 LB and Fresh Harvest Ice NET WT 16 LB packaged in clear plastic bags
Brookshire Brothers LTD-Central Bakery Plant
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 - consumer product and vehicle recall feeds for 2016
Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. Figures cover calendar year 2016 across the FDA, CPSC and NHTSA federal recall feeds. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of August 2026.