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2017 Recalls

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2017 Recall Year Insight

Federal agencies issued 6,356 product recalls indexed by PlainRecalls in calendar year 2017. That represents about 7.57% of the 83,949 total recalls we track from 1995 through the present, and averages roughly 17.4 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 128 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 2017.

On this page of 50 records, severity classification shows 26 critical, 20 moderate, and 4 lower-severity recalls. The page references 24 distinct recalling firms operating in 6 distinct product categories, with 39 of 50 records disclosing affected-unit counts. Issuing-agency distribution on this slice leans toward FDA Food (23), NHTSA (11), FDA Devices (8), 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 2017 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 Nov 22, 2017

ROSA Surgical Device 2.5.8. It is intended to be used in the operating room for the spatial positioning and orientation of an instrument holder o…

Zimmer Biomet, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Nov 22, 2017

smith&nephew TRIGEN INTERTAN 10S, REF 71675384, 10 MM X 18 CM NAIL, 130o (degrees), SET SCREW PREASSEMBLED IN NAIL

Smith & Nephew, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Nov 22, 2017

AQUIOS CL Flow Cytometer, Catalog No. B30166, Rx. The firm name on the label is Beckman Coulter Ireland Inc., Ireland. The AQUIOS CL Flow Cytome…

Beckman Coulter Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Nov 22, 2017

HARVEST(R) TERUMOBCT, BMAC-30-07 Bone Marrow Procedure Pack, Private Practice / Clinical Use Only, REF 51416, Rx Only, STERILE EO

Terumo BCT, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Nov 22, 2017

STORZ High Flow Insufflation Tubing (with filter), Catalog #20400161S/10 (outer box label), ENDOFLATOR 26-430520-1 also referenced on outer box), ind…

Karl Storz Endoscopy

FDA Devices Moderate Nov 22, 2017

Symbia Intevo 6, SPECT/CT System, Emission Computed Tomography System To detect or image the distribution of radionuclides in the body or organ, usi…

Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Nov 22, 2017

smith&nephew LEGION L-WEDGE, 10 MM DIS X 5 MM POS, SIZE 4, SCREW-ON FEMORAL WEDGE, REF 71421733, STERILE R Product The Revision Knee System Compon…

Smith & Nephew, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Nov 22, 2017

HARVEST(R) TERUMOBCT, BMAC2-120-01Bone Marrow Procedure Pack, REF 51423, Rx Only, STERILE EO

Terumo BCT, Inc.

CPSC Moderate Nov 22, 2017

Goal Zero Recalls Solar Powered Charging Stations Due to Impact Hazard (Recall Alert)

Goal Zero LLC, of Bluffdale, Utah

CPSC Moderate Nov 21, 2017

IKEA Reannounces Recall of MALM and Other Models of Chests and Dressers Due to Serious Tip-over Hazard; 8th Child Fatality Reported; Consumers Urged …

CPSC Moderate Nov 21, 2017

Omega Pacific Recalls Carabiners Due to Risk of Injury or Death

Omega Pacific Inc., of Airway Heights, Wash.

CPSC Moderate Nov 21, 2017

Plycem Recalls Allura Decking Due to Fall and Injury Hazards

Plycem Construsistemas, of Costa Rica, S.A.

CPSC Moderate Nov 21, 2017

Woolino Recalls Children's Pajamas Due to Violation of Federal Flammability Standard

Woolino, of Westlake, Ohio

NHTSA Critical Nov 21, 2017

MAZDA 2018: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM

MAZDA

NHTSA Critical Nov 21, 2017

MAZDA 2017: TRAILER HITCHES

MAZDA

NHTSA Critical Nov 21, 2017

FREIGHTLINER,MERCEDES-BENZ 2017: TIRES:TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE

FREIGHTLINER,MERCEDES-BENZ

NHTSA Critical Nov 21, 2017

CHRYSLER,DODGE,JEEP 2014: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR

CHRYSLER,DODGE,JEEP

NHTSA Critical Nov 21, 2017

JEEP 2017-2018: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

JEEP

NHTSA Critical Nov 21, 2017

JEEP 2018: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

JEEP

NHTSA Critical Nov 20, 2017

FREIGHTLINER 2014-2017: EQUIPMENT

FREIGHTLINER

CPSC Moderate Nov 17, 2017

Sleep Number Recalls Foot Warmers Sold with Sleep Number 360 Smart Beds Due to Burn Hazard (Recall Alert)

Sleep Number Corporation (formerly Select Comfort Corporation), of Minneapolis, Minn., (smart bed); BriskHeat Corporation of Columbus, Ohio (foot warmer)

NHTSA Critical Nov 17, 2017

FREIGHTLINER 2018: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

FREIGHTLINER

NHTSA Critical Nov 17, 2017

BMW 2018: SUSPENSION

BMW

NHTSA Moderate Nov 17, 2017

HONDA 2011-2017: SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY

HONDA

CPSC Moderate Nov 16, 2017

Arctic Cat Recreational Off-Highway Vehicles Recalled by Textron Specialized Vehicles Due to Fire Hazard

Arctic Cat Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minn., a subsidiary of Textron Specialized Vehicles, of Augusta, Ga.

CPSC Moderate Nov 16, 2017

Precision Shooting Recalls Archery Crossbows Due to Injury Hazard

NHTSA Moderate Nov 16, 2017

BMW 2014-2018: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

BMW

FDA Food Critical Nov 15, 2017

Mann's Family Favorites Broccoli Cauliflower Florets, 16 oz bags - UPC 716519012174- US 12 oz bags - UPC 716519013034 - US and Canada Also sol…

Mann Packing Company, Inc.

FDA Food Low Nov 15, 2017

Traditional Polenta, San Gennaro brand, Pre-cooked Ready to Heat & Serve, 12/18 oz packages, UPC# 7-62676-15000-6 Traditional Polenta, San Gennar…

San Gennaro Foods, Inc

FDA Food Critical Nov 15, 2017

Mann's Snacking Favorites Honey Turkey Cheddar, 20.3 oz Tray; UPC - 716519020483- US

Mann Packing Company, Inc.

FDA Food Moderate Nov 15, 2017

Market District Coffee Beans covered in Dark Chocolate; Net Wt. 8 OZ.; Contains Soy; May Contain: Milk Manufactured in a plant that processes wheat,…

Giant Eagle, Inc.

FDA Food Critical Nov 15, 2017

Western Family Spicy Southwester Kale Kit, 22.8 OZ bags UPC 062639352301- Canada

Mann Packing Company, Inc.

FDA Food Low Nov 15, 2017

Sun-Dried Tomato Polenta, Melissa's brand, Shelf stable, 12/16 oz package UPC# 0-45255-11848-3 Ingredients: Water, Organic Cornmeal, Organic Sun-D…

San Gennaro Foods, Inc

FDA Food Critical Nov 15, 2017

HEB Fiesta Salad, 12 OZ bags; UPC -4122097501

Mann Packing Company, Inc.

FDA Food Low Nov 15, 2017

Red & Black Quinoa Organic Polenta, Ancient Harvest brand, Pre-cooked ready-to-heat, 12/18oz packages, UPC# 6-59201-10207-7 Organic red & black qu…

San Gennaro Foods, Inc

FDA Food Critical Nov 15, 2017

Signature Farms Meat & Cheese Tray, 36 OZ trays UPC 021130110964

Mann Packing Company, Inc.

FDA Food Critical Nov 15, 2017

Broccoli/Cauliflower, 14 oz.. UPC 24220900000 Sold in Albertson's and Safeway Stores packed in clear plastic trays and cups.

Albertsons Inc

FDA Food Critical Nov 15, 2017

Mann's Snacking Favorites Hummus Tray, 16.5 oz trays; UPC -716519014758- US and Canada Signature Farms brand Veggie & Hummus Tray, 16.5 OZ trays …

Mann Packing Company, Inc.

FDA Food Critical Nov 15, 2017

Mann's Fiesta Vegetable Tray, 35.5 oz tray; UPC -716519088728 - US; UPC - 716519020490 - Canada

Mann Packing Company, Inc.

FDA Food Critical Nov 15, 2017

Broccoli Carrots Snap Peas & Dip 340 cal, 9 oz.. UPC 24219100000 Sold in Albertson's and Safeway Stores packed in clear plastic trays and cups.

Albertsons Inc

FDA Food Critical Nov 15, 2017

Mann's Vegetable Tray, 54 oz tray; UPC -716519014055- US and Canada; 2.5 lb. tray UPC 716519014079 US and Canada Also sold under Compliments Bra…

Mann Packing Company, Inc.

FDA Food Low Nov 15, 2017

Italian Herb Polenta, Melissa's brand, Shelf stable, 12/16 oz packages UPC# 0-45255-11892-6 Ingredients: Water, Organic Cornmeal, Salt, Yeast Ext…

San Gennaro Foods, Inc

FDA Food Critical Nov 15, 2017

Mann Veggie Power Blend 4/2 LB SS - US and Canada

Mann Packing Company, Inc.

FDA Food Critical Nov 15, 2017

Mann's Nourish Bowls Bacon Maple Brussels, 7.15 oz Tray; UPC -716519036941 - US;

Mann Packing Company, Inc.

FDA Food Critical Nov 15, 2017

Cauliflower, 10 oz.. UPC 24222400000 Sold in Albertson's and Safeway Stores packed in clear plastic trays and cups.

Albertsons Inc

FDA Food Moderate Nov 15, 2017

Harmless Coconut Probiotics Blueberries & A¿a¿; Coconut Cultured Beverage; UPC 859078-002702; 11 lf. oz. HDPE Bottle; Keep refrigerated Ingr…

Harmless Harvest

FDA Food Critical Nov 15, 2017

Broccoli Florets, 14 oz.. UPC 24221000000 Sold in Albertson's and Safeway Stores packed in clear plastic trays and cups.

Albertsons Inc

FDA Food Critical Nov 15, 2017

Mann's Nourish Bowl Monterey Risotto, 8.75 oz Tray; UPC -716519036798- US;

Mann Packing Company, Inc.

FDA Food Critical Nov 15, 2017

Round Vegetable Tray. 38 OZ UPC 24222000000 Sold in Albertson's and Safeway Stores packed in clear plastic trays and cups.

Albertsons Inc

FDA Food Critical Nov 15, 2017

Western Family Kale Salad Kit, 24 oz bags UPC 062639345938- Canada

Mann Packing Company, 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 2017