PlainRecalls

2017 Recall Year Insight

Federal agencies issued 7,681 product recalls indexed by PlainRecalls in calendar year 2017. That represents about 7.36% of the 104,423 total recalls we track from 1995 through the present, and averages roughly 21.0 recalls per day across the FDA, CPSC, USDA FSIS, 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 154 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 25 critical, 25 moderate, and 0 lower-severity recalls. The page references 27 distinct recalling firms operating in 8 distinct product categories, with 41 of 50 records disclosing affected-unit counts. Issuing-agency distribution on this slice leans toward FDA Food (29), NHTSA (8), CPSC (7), 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, USDA FSIS, or NHTSA for the system-of-record on any specific recall. PlainRecalls indexes this archive for research and consumer awareness purposes.

FDA Devices Moderate Apr 12, 2017

Siemens ADVIA Centaur BR assay Cat No. 09010686, SMN 10340081 (5-pack/250 tests - REF) BR Assay for CA 27.29 The ADVIA Centaur¿ BR assay is an in vitro diagnostic test for the quantitative serial determination of cancer antigen CA 27.29 in human serum using the ADVIA Centaur¿, ADVIA Centaur¿ XP, and ADVIA Centaur¿ XPT systems. The test is intended for use as an aid in monitoring patients previously treated for Stage II or Stage III breast cancer. Serial testing for CA 27.29 in the serum of

Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc

FDA Devices Moderate Apr 12, 2017

EYE KIT The Covidien Curity Oval Eye Pads are individually packaged and sterilized by the manufacturer; they are then placed into non-sterile Centurion Convenience Kits along with other components.

Centurion Medical Products Corporation

FDA Devices Moderate Apr 12, 2017

STAPLER,IS4000; da Vinci Xi EndoWrist Stapler Release Kit (SRK); model number 470298. da Vinci Xi Turkish SRK General and Plastic Surgery: The Intuitive Surgical EndoWrist Stapler 45, Stapler 45 Reloads and other Stapler Accessories are intended to be used with the da Vinci¿ Xi Surgical System (Model IS4000) for resection, transection and/or creation of anastomoses in General, Thoracic, Gynecologic, and Urologic surgery. The device can be used with staple line or tissue butressing material (

Intuitive Surgical, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Apr 12, 2017

OPHTHALMIC DRESSING TRAY The Covidien Curity Oval Eye Pads are individually packaged and sterilized by the manufacturer; they are then placed into non-sterile Centurion Convenience Kits along with other components.

Centurion Medical Products Corporation

FDA Devices Moderate Apr 12, 2017

Covidien Curity Sodium Chloride Dressing , 6 x 6-3/4 (15.2 cm x 17.1 cm), Sterile Item Code: 3339 Curity Sodium Chloride Dressing is indicated for use on exudating and/or infected wounds

Covidien LLC

CPSC No agency class Apr 12, 2017

Customatic Beds Recalls Adjustable Beds Due to Electric Shock Hazard

PPJ, LLC; d.b.a Customatic Beds of Natick, Mass.

NHTSA No agency class Apr 12, 2017

MERCEDES-BENZ 2013: STEERING

MERCEDES-BENZ

CPSC No agency class Apr 11, 2017

Anaheim and Moen Recall Garbage Disposals Due to Impact Hazard

CPSC No agency class Apr 11, 2017

John Deere Recalls Gator Utility Vehicles Due To Crash Hazard (Recall Alert)

Deere & Company of Moline, Ill.

CPSC No agency class Apr 11, 2017

Teavana Recalls Flip Tumblers Due to Burn Hazard

NHTSA No agency class Apr 11, 2017

MERCEDES-BENZ 2017: SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER

MERCEDES-BENZ

NHTSA No agency class Apr 11, 2017

MERCEDES-BENZ 2017: STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS

MERCEDES-BENZ

NHTSA No agency class Apr 11, 2017

MERCEDES-BENZ 2017: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

MERCEDES-BENZ

NHTSA No agency class Apr 11, 2017

MERCEDES-BENZ 2016-2017: STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM

MERCEDES-BENZ

NHTSA No agency class Apr 11, 2017

MERCEDES-BENZ 2016-2017: STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM

MERCEDES-BENZ

CPSC No agency class Apr 10, 2017

Vanguard Furniture Recalls Chests of Drawers Due to Serious Tip-Over and Entrapment Hazards (Recall Alert)

Vanguard Furniture Company Inc., of Conover, N.C.

NHTSA No agency class Apr 10, 2017

MERCEDES-BENZ 2016: SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER

MERCEDES-BENZ

USDA FSIS Critical Apr 8, 2017

Mibo Fresh Food Recalls Turkey Salad Products Due to Misbranding and Undeclared Allergens

MIBO Fresh Foods LLC

CPSC No agency class Apr 6, 2017

Marin Mountain Bikes Recalls Bicycles Due to Fall, Crash Hazards

Marin Mountain Bikes Inc., of Novato, Calif.

CPSC No agency class Apr 6, 2017

Xootr Recalls Adult Kick Scooters Due to Fall Hazard

Xootr of Old Forge, Pa.

NHTSA No agency class Apr 6, 2017

MITSUBISHI 2016: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH

MITSUBISHI

FDA Food Moderate Apr 5, 2017

Luqman Cheese, White Cheddar, Net Wt. 8 oz.., Distributed by: Cumberland Valley Creamery, Mechanicsburg, PA

Cumberland Valley Creamery, LLC

FDA Food Critical Apr 5, 2017

The product is packaged in a white plastic bottle with green lettering. The label reads in part "LIFE RISING DHZC-2, blood circulation regulator (lower abdomen), Chinese Herbal Supplement, 60 tablets, life rising to higher well being", UPC: 616042102727

Life Rising Corp S

FDA Food Moderate Apr 5, 2017

Tortilla Chip 2 White Corn Masa Flour 50 lb bags

Azteca Milling LP

FDA Food Critical Apr 5, 2017

COOKIES NEZHAKOMKA, product is packaged in plastic clamshells container, Net Weight: 454g (16 OZ), UPC: 8 51929 00366 1. The label is read in parts: "***COOKIES "NEZNAKOMKA" *** INGREDIENTS: WHEAT FLOUR (FLOUR, NIACIN, IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID) ASCORBIC ACID (DOUGH CONDITIONER), ENZYME, BUTTER (PASTERIZED CREAM, NATURAL FLAVORINGS, MILl, EGGS, SUGAR, VANILA*** Contains: Wheat***".

Kusher LLC

FDA Food Moderate Apr 5, 2017

Udder Delight, unlabeled, Manufactured for repack and relabel cheeses.

Cumberland Valley Creamery, LLC

FDA Food Critical Apr 5, 2017

Lipari Old Tyme Colby Cheese, 12/8 oz.

Lipari Foods, Inc.

FDA Food Critical Apr 5, 2017

Ocho-Rios Mild Curry Powder, 5 lb. Manufactured by Oriental Packing Co.

Oriental Packing Co., Inc.

FDA Food Moderate Apr 5, 2017

Feta, unlabeled, Manufactured for repack and relabel cheeses.

Cumberland Valley Creamery, LLC

FDA Food Critical Apr 5, 2017

Lipari Old Tyme Pepper Jack Cheese, 12/8 oz.

Lipari Foods, Inc.

FDA Food Critical Apr 5, 2017

Baidyanath brand Saptamrit Lauh, Dietary Supplement, 80 Tablets -- Product of India --- Mfd in India - Shree Baidyanath Ayurved Bhawan (P) Ltd. 1 Gupta Lane, Kolkata 700006

Butala Emporium, Inc.

FDA Food Critical Apr 5, 2017

Baidyanath brand Marichyadi Bati, Dietary Supplement, 80 Tablets -- Product of India --- Mfd in India - Shree Baidyanath Ayurved Bhawan (P) Ltd. 1 Gupta Lane, Kolkata 700006

Butala Emporium, Inc.

FDA Food Moderate Apr 5, 2017

Luqman Cheese, Yellow Colby, Net Wt. 8 oz.., Distributed by: Cumberland Valley Creamery, Mechanicsburg, PA

Cumberland Valley Creamery, LLC

FDA Food Critical Apr 5, 2017

Ruth's Original Pimento Spread 7oz (UPC 74952-0005), 12oz (UPC 74952-12023) and 24oz (74952-24023), Packed By: B & H Foods, 181 Saluda ST, Chester, SC 29706, packed in plastic containers.

B & H Foods Inc

FDA Food Critical Apr 5, 2017

Meijer Colby and Colby Jack Deli Cheese 6lb horn; sold from the Meijer store Deli counter, by weight Sold in plastic deli packaging with printed labels

Meijer Distribution, Inc

FDA Food Moderate Apr 5, 2017

Luqman Cheese, Yellow Cheddar, Net Wt. 8 oz.,. Distributed by: Cumberland Valley Creamery, Mechanicsburg, PA

Cumberland Valley Creamery, LLC

FDA Food Moderate Apr 5, 2017

Dutchland Homestead, American Cheese, Net Weight 8 oz.., Handcrafted & Distributed by: Cumberland Valley Creamery, Mechanicsburg, PA 17055;

Cumberland Valley Creamery, LLC

FDA Food Moderate Apr 5, 2017

Gouda, unlabeled, Manufactured for repack and relabel cheeses.

Cumberland Valley Creamery, LLC

FDA Food Moderate Apr 5, 2017

KEEP REFIGERATED, DEEP BEET Blend 5 Gal, Ripe Liquid Produce

Freshbev LLC

FDA Food Critical Apr 5, 2017

Ham & Cheddar on White Baguette Sandwich 9.2oz retail Plastic packaging Ready to Eat sandwich Keep Refrigerated

Meijer Distribution, Inc

FDA Food Critical Apr 5, 2017

Lipari Old Tyme Colby Jack Cheese, 12/8 oz.

Lipari Foods, Inc.

FDA Food Moderate Apr 5, 2017

Mineiro, unlabeled, Manufactured for repack and relabel cheeses.

Cumberland Valley Creamery, LLC

FDA Food Critical Apr 5, 2017

Lipari Old Tyme Muenster Cheese, 12/8 oz.

Lipari Foods, Inc.

FDA Food Critical Apr 5, 2017

Ocho-Rios Jamaican Nice Mild Curry Powder, 4 oz. Manufactured by Oriental Packing Co.

Oriental Packing Co., Inc.

FDA Food Critical Apr 5, 2017

Great Midwest Applewood Smoked Gouda Cheese, approximately 6 lbs, keep refrigerated

Saputo Cheese USA, Inc.

FDA Food Critical Apr 5, 2017

Hawaiian Delight, Net Wt. 4.5lb

Fuji Food Products, Inc.

FDA Food Critical Apr 5, 2017

Sunrise Brand Dehydrated Anchovy size 3/5cm - 100 x 3.5oz, Item No. C0161, UPC 2 08 54336-20161 9

SEAQUEST SEAFOOD CORPORATION

FDA Food Moderate Apr 5, 2017

Buffalo Blue Kettle Cooked Potato Chips 8 oz (227g)

Pinnacle Foods

FDA Food Critical Apr 5, 2017

Sammy's Milk (Baby Food), Net Wt. 12.84 oz (364 g), 6 containers per case

Sammy's Milk

FDA Food Moderate Apr 5, 2017

IMMUNITY SHOT 2 fl.oz., UPC: 859168006184

Freshbev LLC

Nearby Recall Years

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Data Sources

  • Source: FDA openFDA Enforcement API - calendar-year recall filings for food, drugs, and devices
  • Source: USDA FSIS Recalls - calendar-year meat, poultry, and processed egg product recall filings
  • Source: CPSC + NHTSA - consumer product and vehicle recall feeds for 2017

Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC, USDA FSIS and NHTSA recall records; no number is typed in by an editor. Figures cover calendar year 2017 across the FDA, CPSC, USDA FSIS 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 September 2026.