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 19 critical, 31 moderate, and 0 lower-severity recalls. The page references 34 distinct recalling firms operating in 7 distinct product categories, with 33 of 50 records disclosing affected-unit counts. Issuing-agency distribution on this slice leans toward NHTSA (17), FDA Drug (13), FDA Devices (13), 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 Drug Moderate Jan 11, 2017

Methylcobalamin Injectable (Dr. Hall Kit) - 1,000 mcg/mL, 30 mL vial Kit, Compounded by Wells Pharmacy, Ocala, FL

Wells Pharmacy Network LLC

FDA Drug Moderate Jan 11, 2017

Trimix Injectable 30 mg/3 mg/60 mcg/mL, a) 2 mL, b) 5 mL and c) 10 mL vials, Compounded by Wells Pharmacy, Ocala, FL

Wells Pharmacy Network LLC

FDA Drug Moderate Jan 11, 2017

TriMix, Alprostadil/Phentolamine/Papaverine 30mcg/1mg/10mg/mL, (1 ML). Compounded by Tri-Coast Pharmacy

Tri-Coast Pharmacy

FDA Drug Moderate Jan 11, 2017

QUAD2 (PAP/PHEN/ALPROS/ATRO) 9 mg/1 mg/10 mg/0.1 mg/mL Injectable a) 2 mL and b) 5 mL vial, Compounded by Wells Pharmacy, Ocala, FL

Wells Pharmacy Network LLC

FDA Drug Moderate Jan 11, 2017

Dexpanthenol 250 mg/mL (30 ML). Compounded by Tri-Coast Pharmacy

Tri-Coast Pharmacy

FDA Drug Moderate Jan 11, 2017

Testosterone Enanthate in Grapeseed Oil Injectable, 200 mg/mL, 10 mL vial, Compounded by Wells Pharmacy, Ocala, FL

Wells Pharmacy Network LLC

FDA Drug Moderate Jan 11, 2017

Calm Me (Aminobutyric Acid (GABA) 50 mg/Magnesium Chloride 50 mg/Taurine 50 mg/Theanine (L) 50 mg/Tryptophan (L) 10 mg/Lidocaine HCL 10 mg/ml), (30 ML). Compounded by Tri-Coast Pharmacy.

Tri-Coast Pharmacy

FDA Drug Moderate Jan 11, 2017

L-Arginine HCL 100 mg/mL, (30 ML). Compounded by Tri-Coast Pharmacy

Tri-Coast Pharmacy

FDA Drug Moderate Jan 11, 2017

HCG 11,000 IU Vial. Compounded by Tri-Coast Pharmacy

Tri-Coast Pharmacy

FDA Drug Moderate Jan 11, 2017

HCG 5,000 IU Vial. Compounded by Tri-Coast Pharmacy.

Tri-Coast Pharmacy

FDA Drug Moderate Jan 11, 2017

Alprostadil 40 mcg/mL Injectable, 10 mL vials, Compounded by Wells Pharmacy Network LLC, Ocala FL

Wells Pharmacy Network LLC

FDA Drug Moderate Jan 11, 2017

Amino Acid Recover Eaze (50 ML), Phenylaline (L) 8 mg/ml + Tyrosine (L) 0.45 mg/ml + L-Taurine 0.7 mg/ml. Compounded by Tri-Coast Pharmacy.

Tri-Coast Pharmacy

FDA Drug Moderate Jan 11, 2017

Amino Energy Cocktail (30 ML), (Methionine (L) 12.5 mg/Inositol 25 mg/Choline Chloride 25 mg/Methylcobalamin 300 mcg/Carnitine (L) 125 mg/Thiamine HCL 50 mg/Riboflavin-5-Phosphate Sod 5 mg/Niacinamide 20 mg/Pyridoxine HCL 2 mg/Folic Acid 2 mg/Ascorbic Acid 50 mg/Chromium Picolinate 200 mcg/Glutamine (L) 30 mg/Lidocaine HCL 10 mg/mL). Compounded by Tri-Coast Pharmacy.

Tri-Coast Pharmacy

FDA Devices Moderate Jan 11, 2017

TVC Imaging System model TVC-MC9 , for the near-infrared examination of coronary arteries in patients undergoing invasive coronary angiography The TVC Imaging System is an intravascular imaging device that simultaneously assesses vessel composition and structure using near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS) and intravascular ultrasound (IVUS). This dual-modality instrument performs near-infrared spectroscopic analysis of the vessel to detect lipid core-containing plaques of interest (LCP) displayed i

Infraredx, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jan 11, 2017

Modular Necks: The Modular SMF(TM) and Modular REDAPT(TM) Hip Systems are indicated for individuals undergoing primary and revision surgery where other treatments or devices have failed in rehabilitating hips damaged as a result of trauma or non-inflammatory degenerative joint disease (NIDJD) or any of its composite diagnoses of osteoarthritis, avascular necrosis, traumatic arthritis, slipped capital epiphysis, fused hip, fracture of the pelvis, and diastrophic variant. Hip components are also

Smith & Nephew, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jan 11, 2017

Modular REDAPT(TM) Hip Systems The Modular SMF(TM) and Modular REDAPT(TM) Hip Systems are indicated for individuals undergoing primary and revision surgery where other treatments or devices have failed in rehabilitating hips damaged as a result of trauma or non-inflammatory degenerative joint disease (NIDJD) or any of its composite diagnoses of osteoarthritis, avascular necrosis, traumatic arthritis, slipped capital epiphysis, fused hip, fracture of the pelvis, and diastrophic variant. Hip co

Smith & Nephew, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jan 11, 2017

Boston Scientific, INGEVITY" MRI Leads, Sterile EO, RxOnly.

Boston Scientific Corporation

FDA Devices Moderate Jan 11, 2017

DR Systems Unity PACS software, now known as Merge Unity PACS software.

Merge Healthcare, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jan 11, 2017

PreludeEASE Hydrophilic Sheath Introducer Dilator The Merit PreludeEASE Hydrophilic Sheath Introducer is intended to provide access and facilitate the percutaneous introduction of various devices into veins and/or arteries, including but not limited to the radial artery, while maintaining hemostasis for a variety of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. The access needle with inner metal needle and outer plastic cannula is used to gain access to the vein or artery for placement of guide wires

Merit Medical Systems, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jan 11, 2017

TRU-Balance 3 Power Positioning Systems, TB3 Lift/Tilt/Recline (Gen 1). Mobility Medical Device

Pride Mobility Products Corp

FDA Devices Moderate Jan 11, 2017

Modular SMF(TM) The Modular SMF(TM) and Modular REDAPT(TM) Hip Systems are indicated for individuals undergoing primary and revision surgery where other treatments or devices have failed in rehabilitating hips damaged as a result of trauma or non-inflammatory degenerative joint disease (NIDJD) or any of its composite diagnoses of osteoarthritis, avascular necrosis, traumatic arthritis, slipped capital epiphysis, fused hip, fracture of the pelvis, and diastrophic variant. Hip components are also

Smith & Nephew, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Jan 11, 2017

Gomco Circumcision Clamps with separate O-Ring Component: The device is packaged non-sterile and has no shelf-life The Gomco clamp is intended to be used for circumcision surgeries

Aesculap Implant Systems LLC

FDA Devices Moderate Jan 11, 2017

GalaSHAPE 3D; product code SH3D03, a medium size oval GalaSHAPE" 3D is indicated for use as a bioresorbable scaffold for soft tissue support and to repair, elevate and reinforce deficiencies where weakness or voids exist that require the addition of material to obtain the desired surgical outcome. This includes reinforcement of soft tissue in plastic and reconstructive surgery, and general soft tissue reconstruction. GalaSHAPE" 3D is also indicated for the repair of fascial defects that require

Tepha Incorporated

FDA Devices Moderate Jan 11, 2017

PROFEMUR(R) R RASP HANDLE, REF PPW38078, 1 EACH, NON-STERILE, MicroPort Orthopedics, Arlington, TN Instruments support the implantation of implants. Broach handles mate to the broach to allow for preparation of the femoral canal for the stem component to be implanted. This

MicroPort Orthopedics Inc.

FDA Devices Critical Jan 11, 2017

Normal Saline Flush 0.9% USP Sodium Chloride Injection Syringe, 3 ml fill, 5 ml fill and 10 ml fill. Product codes: 1203, 1205, 1210, 1210-BP Product usage: Saline flush

Nurse Assist, Inc

FDA Devices Moderate Jan 11, 2017

G3 Opticage Expandable Interbody Fusion Device, Model No. 9180-00, 9180-01, 9180-06, 9180-07, 9180-17, 9101-00, 9101-06 The Opticage Expandable Interbody Fusion Device is a posterior lumbar intervertebral body fusion device and is indicated for use with autogenous bone graft in patients with degenerative disc disease (DDD) at one or two contiguous levels from L2-S1. These DDD patients may also have up to Grade I spondylolisthesis or retrolisthesis at the involved level(s). The Opticage Interbod

Interventional Spine Inc

CPSC No agency class Jan 11, 2017

Arctic Cat Recalls Snowmobiles Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)

Arctic Cat Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minn.

CPSC No agency class Jan 11, 2017

Linon Home Décor Recalls Dressers Due to Tip-Over Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Wayfair.com (Recall Alert)

Linon Home Décor Products Inc., of Mineola, N.Y.

CPSC No agency class Jan 11, 2017

Textron Specialized Vehicles Recalls Bad Boy Off-Road Utility Vehicles Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death; One Death and One Injury Reported

Textron Specialized Vehicles, Inc., of Augusta, Georgia

NHTSA No agency class Jan 11, 2017

AUDI 2005-2009: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

AUDI

NHTSA No agency class Jan 11, 2017

SUBARU 2005-2009: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

SUBARU

CPSC No agency class Jan 10, 2017

Active Kyds Recalls Children's Toy Shovels and Garden Tool Sets Due to Lead Violations; Sold Exclusively on Amazon.com (Recall Alert)

Active Kyds LLC, of Dassel, Minn.

CPSC No agency class Jan 10, 2017

Dunkin' Donuts Recalls Glass Tumblers Due to Laceration and Burn Hazards

Dunkin' Brands, Inc., of Canton, Mass.

CPSC No agency class Jan 10, 2017

Michaels Recalls Rock Salt Lamps Due to Shock and Fire Hazards

SporTex US, of New York

NHTSA No agency class Jan 10, 2017

HONDA 2006-2012: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

HONDA

NHTSA No agency class Jan 10, 2017

ACURA,HONDA 2006-2012: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

ACURA,HONDA

NHTSA No agency class Jan 10, 2017

ACURA,HONDA 2005-2012: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

ACURA,HONDA

NHTSA No agency class Jan 10, 2017

INFINITI,NISSAN 2005-2012: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

INFINITI,NISSAN

NHTSA No agency class Jan 10, 2017

JAGUAR 2009-2012: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

JAGUAR

NHTSA No agency class Jan 10, 2017

FORD,LINCOLN,MERCURY 2005-2012: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

FORD,LINCOLN,MERCURY

NHTSA No agency class Jan 10, 2017

TESLA 2012: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

TESLA

NHTSA No agency class Jan 10, 2017

MITSUBISHI 2012: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

MITSUBISHI

NHTSA No agency class Jan 10, 2017

BMW 2007-2012: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

BMW

NHTSA No agency class Jan 10, 2017

MERCEDES-BENZ 2012: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

MERCEDES-BENZ

NHTSA No agency class Jan 10, 2017

SAAB,SUBARU 2005-2008: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

SAAB,SUBARU

NHTSA No agency class Jan 10, 2017

LAND ROVER 2007-2012: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

LAND ROVER

NHTSA No agency class Jan 10, 2017

SUBARU 2005-2012: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

SUBARU

NHTSA No agency class Jan 10, 2017

MAZDA 2007-2009: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

MAZDA

USDA FSIS Critical Jan 10, 2017

Perfect Fit Meals, LLC Recalls Chicken Breast Product Due to Misbranding and Undeclared Allergens

NHTSA No agency class Jan 9, 2017

LEXUS,PONTIAC,SCION,TOYOTA 2006-2012: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

LEXUS,PONTIAC,SCION,TOYOTA

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.