2017 Recalls
7,681 federal recalls indexed for 2017 · Page 43 of 154
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 3 critical, 47 moderate, and 0 lower-severity recalls. The page references 7 distinct recalling firms operating in 5 distinct product categories, with 47 of 50 records disclosing affected-unit counts. Issuing-agency distribution on this slice leans toward FDA Devices (43), CPSC (4), NHTSA (3), 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.
Hypodermic Needle, 21 G X 1.0 in REG BEVEL, 100 per box, 50 boxes/case, 5,000/case The products are used to inject fluids into, or withdraw fluids from the body. They are intended for use in the diagnosis of disease or other conditions or in the cure, mitigation, treatment or prevention of disease, or to affect the structure or any function of the body.
International Medsurg Connection, Inc.
Piston Syringe, 30 CC L/L, 50 per box, 9 boxes/case, 450/case The products are used to inject fluids into, or withdraw fluids from the body. They are intended for use in the diagnosis of disease or other conditions or in the cure, mitigation, treatment or prevention of disease, or to affect the structure or any function of the body.
International Medsurg Connection, Inc.
PALLAS M/MAXIMIS 45mm Curved Rod. Part of MAXIMIS Pedicle Screw Spinal Fixation System. Valorem Surgical, Chicago, IL. Product labeled as Pallas M Spinal Fixation System through 2015. Intended for posterior pedicle screw fixation of the non-cervical spine.
Valorem Surgical LLC
Piston Syringe and Hypodermic Needle, 5 CC L/L 20 G X 1.5, 100 per box, 15 boxes/case, 1,500/case The products are used to inject fluids into, or withdraw fluids from the body. They are intended for use in the diagnosis of disease or other conditions or in the cure, mitigation, treatment or prevention of disease, or to affect the structure or any function of the body.
International Medsurg Connection, Inc.
PALLAS M/MAXIMIS Poly Screw Driver. Part of MAXIMIS Pedicle Screw Spinal Fixation System. Valorem Surgical, Chicago, IL. Product labeled as Pallas M Spinal Fixation System through 2015. Intended for posterior pedicle screw fixation of the non-cervical spine.
Valorem Surgical LLC
Hypodermic Needle, 30 G X 1.0 in DISP HYPO, 100 per box, 50 boxes/case, 5,000/case The products are used to inject fluids into, or withdraw fluids from the body. They are intended for use in the diagnosis of disease or other conditions or in the cure, mitigation, treatment or prevention of disease, or to affect the structure or any function of the body.
International Medsurg Connection, Inc.
PALLAS M/MAXIMIS 45mm MIS . Part of MAXIMIS Pedicle Screw Spinal Fixation System. Valorem Surgical, Chicago, IL. Product labeled as Pallas M Spinal Fixation System through 2015. Intended for posterior pedicle screw fixation of the non-cervical spine.
Valorem Surgical LLC
PALLAS M/MAXIMIS MIS Screw 7.5 x 35mm. Part of MAXIMIS Pedicle Screw Spinal Fixation System. Valorem Surgical, Chicago, IL. Product labeled as Pallas M Spinal Fixation System through 2015. Intended for posterior pedicle screw fixation of the non-cervical spine.
Valorem Surgical LLC
PALLAS M/MAXIMIS Set Screw Starter. Part of MAXIMIS Pedicle Screw Spinal Fixation System. Valorem Surgical, Chicago, IL. Product labeled as Pallas M Spinal Fixation System through 2015. Intended for posterior pedicle screw fixation of the non-cervical spine.
Valorem Surgical LLC
PALLAS M/MAXIMIS 40mm MIS Rod. Part of MAXIMIS Pedicle Screw Spinal Fixation System. Valorem Surgical, Chicago, IL. Product labeled as Pallas M Spinal Fixation System through 2015. Intended for posterior pedicle screw fixation of the non-cervical spine.
Valorem Surgical LLC
PALLAS M/MAXIMIS MIS Screw 6.5 x 35mm. Part of MAXIMIS Pedicle Screw Spinal Fixation System. Valorem Surgical, Chicago, IL. Product labeled as Pallas M Spinal Fixation System through 2015. Intended for posterior pedicle screw fixation of the non-cervical spine.
Valorem Surgical LLC
PALLAS M/MAXIMIS MISS/MIS Poly Screw Driver. Part of MAXIMIS Pedicle Screw Spinal Fixation System. Valorem Surgical, Chicago, IL. Product labeled as Pallas M Spinal Fixation System through 2015. Intended for posterior pedicle screw fixation of the non-cervical spine.
Valorem Surgical LLC
PALLAS M/MAXIMIS MIS Screw 6.5 x 45mm. Part of MAXIMIS Pedicle Screw Spinal Fixation System. Valorem Surgical, Chicago, IL. Product labeled as Pallas M Spinal Fixation System through 2015. Intended for posterior pedicle screw fixation of the non-cervical spine.
Valorem Surgical LLC
PALLAS M/MAXIMIS MIS Tapper 6.5mm. Part of MAXIMIS Pedicle Screw Spinal Fixation System. Valorem Surgical, Chicago, IL. Product labeled as Pallas M Spinal Fixation System through 2015. Intended for posterior pedicle screw fixation of the non-cervical spine.
Valorem Surgical LLC
PALLAS M/MAXIMIS 70mm MIS Rod. Part of MAXIMIS Pedicle Screw Spinal Fixation System. Valorem Surgical, Chicago, IL. Product labeled as Pallas M Spinal Fixation System through 2015. Intended for posterior pedicle screw fixation of the non-cervical spine.
Valorem Surgical LLC
PALLAS M/MAXIMIS Compressor. Part of MAXIMIS Pedicle Screw Spinal Fixation System. Valorem Surgical, Chicago, IL. Product labeled as Pallas M Spinal Fixation System through 2015. Intended for posterior pedicle screw fixation of the non-cervical spine.
Valorem Surgical LLC
Piston Syringe and Hypodermic Needle, 5 CC L/L 20 G X 1.0, 100 per box, 15 boxes/case, 1,500/case The products are used to inject fluids into, or withdraw fluids from the body. They are intended for use in the diagnosis of disease or other conditions or in the cure, mitigation, treatment or prevention of disease, or to affect the structure or any function of the body.
International Medsurg Connection, Inc.
Piston Syringe, 60 CC L/L, 50 per box, 8 boxes/case, 400/case The products are used to inject fluids into, or withdraw fluids from the body. They are intended for use in the diagnosis of disease or other conditions or in the cure, mitigation, treatment or prevention of disease, or to affect the structure or any function of the body.
International Medsurg Connection, Inc.
PALLAS M/MAXIMIS 45mm Straight Rod. Part of MAXIMIS Pedicle Screw Spinal Fixation System. Valorem Surgical, Chicago, IL. Product labeled as Pallas M Spinal Fixation System through 2015. Intended for posterior pedicle screw fixation of the non-cervical spine.
Valorem Surgical LLC
PALLAS M/MAXIMIS 35mm MIS Rod. Part of MAXIMIS Pedicle Screw Spinal Fixation System. Valorem Surgical, Chicago, IL. Product labeled as Pallas M Spinal Fixation System through 2015. Intended for posterior pedicle screw fixation of the non-cervical spine.
Valorem Surgical LLC
PALLAS M/MAXIMIS MIS Screw 7.5 x 55mm. Part of MAXIMIS Pedicle Screw Spinal Fixation System. Valorem Surgical, Chicago, IL. Product labeled as Pallas M Spinal Fixation System through 2015. Intended for posterior pedicle screw fixation of the non-cervical spine.
Valorem Surgical LLC
Piston Syringe and Hypodermic Needle, 5 CC L/L 22 G X 1.5, 100 per box, 15 boxes/case, 1,500/case The products are used to inject fluids into, or withdraw fluids from the body. They are intended for use in the diagnosis of disease or other conditions or in the cure, mitigation, treatment or prevention of disease, or to affect the structure or any function of the body.
International Medsurg Connection, Inc.
PALLAS M/MAXIMIS Nut Driver 4.5 Star and Final Driver 4.0. Part of MAXIMIS Pedicle Screw Spinal Fixation System. Valorem Surgical, Chicago, IL. Product labeled as Pallas M Spinal Fixation System through 2015. Intended for posterior pedicle screw fixation of the non-cervical spine.
Valorem Surgical LLC
PALLAS M/MAXIMIS Rod Bender. Part of MAXIMIS Pedicle Screw Spinal Fixation System. Valorem Surgical, Chicago, IL. Product labeled as Pallas M Spinal Fixation System through 2015. Intended for posterior pedicle screw fixation of the non-cervical spine.
Valorem Surgical LLC
PALLAS M/MAXIMIS I Handle. Part of MAXIMIS Pedicle Screw Spinal Fixation System. Valorem Surgical, Chicago, IL. Product labeled as Pallas M Spinal Fixation System through 2015. Intended for posterior pedicle screw fixation of the non-cervical spine.
Valorem Surgical LLC
PALLAS M/MAXIMIS 7.5 x 45mm screw and 7.5 x 4.5 mm screw. Part of MAXIMIS Pedicle Screw Spinal Fixation System. Valorem Surgical, Chicago, IL. Product labeled as Pallas M Spinal Fixation System through 2015. Intended for posterior pedicle screw fixation of the non-cervical spine.
Valorem Surgical LLC
Piston Syringe, 30 CC L/S, 50 per box, 9 boxes/case, 450/case The products are used to inject fluids into, or withdraw fluids from the body. They are intended for use in the diagnosis of disease or other conditions or in the cure, mitigation, treatment or prevention of disease, or to affect the structure or any function of the body.
International Medsurg Connection, Inc.
Hypodermic Needle, 20 G X 1.0 in REG BEVEL, 100 per box, 50 boxes/case, 5,000/case The products are used to inject fluids into, or withdraw fluids from the body. They are intended for use in the diagnosis of disease or other conditions or in the cure, mitigation, treatment or prevention of disease, or to affect the structure or any function of the body.
International Medsurg Connection, Inc.
PALLAS M/MAXIMIS Crosslink 50-70mm. Part of MAXIMIS Pedicle Screw Spinal Fixation System. Valorem Surgical, Chicago, IL. Product labeled as Pallas M Spinal Fixation System through 2015. Intended for posterior pedicle screw fixation of the non-cervical spine.
Valorem Surgical LLC
PALLAS M/MAXIMIS Poly Screw 6.5 x 40mm. Part of MAXIMIS Pedicle Screw Spinal Fixation System. Valorem Surgical, Chicago, IL. Product labeled as Pallas M Spinal Fixation System through 2015. Intended for posterior pedicle screw fixation of the non-cervical spine.
Valorem Surgical LLC
PALLAS M/MAXIMIS MIS Screw 6.5 x 55mm and 6.5 x 5.5 mm screw. Part of MAXIMIS Pedicle Screw Spinal Fixation System. Valorem Surgical, Chicago, IL. Product labeled as Pallas M Spinal Fixation System through 2015. Intended for posterior pedicle screw fixation of the non-cervical spine.
Valorem Surgical LLC
PALLAS M/MAXIMIS MIS Screw 6.5 x 50mm and 6.5 x 5.0 mm screw. Part of MAXIMIS Pedicle Screw Spinal Fixation System. Valorem Surgical, Chicago, IL. Product labeled as Pallas M Spinal Fixation System through 2015. Intended for posterior pedicle screw fixation of the non-cervical spine.
Valorem Surgical LLC
PALLAS M/MAXIMIS 30 mm Curved Rod. Part of MAXIMIS Pedicle Screw Spinal Fixation System. Valorem Surgical, Chicago, IL. Product labeled as Pallas M Spinal Fixation System through 2015. Intended for posterior pedicle screw fixation of the non-cervical spine.
Valorem Surgical LLC
Piston Syringe, 20 CC L/S, 100 per box, 9 boxes/case, 900/case The products are used to inject fluids into, or withdraw fluids from the body. They are intended for use in the diagnosis of disease or other conditions or in the cure, mitigation, treatment or prevention of disease, or to affect the structure or any function of the body.
International Medsurg Connection, Inc.
Hypodermic Needle, 25 G X 5/8 in REG BEVEL, 100 per box, 50 boxes/case, 5,000/case The products are used to inject fluids into, or withdraw fluids from the body. They are intended for use in the diagnosis of disease or other conditions or in the cure, mitigation, treatment or prevention of disease, or to affect the structure or any function of the body.
International Medsurg Connection, Inc.
PALLAS M/MAXIMIS Reduction B. Part of MAXIMIS Pedicle Screw Spinal Fixation System. Valorem Surgical, Chicago, IL. Product labeled as Pallas M Spinal Fixation System through 2015. Intended for posterior pedicle screw fixation of the non-cervical spine.
Valorem Surgical LLC
PALLAS M/MAXIMIS 60mm MIS Rod. Part of MAXIMIS Pedicle Screw Spinal Fixation System. Valorem Surgical, Chicago, IL. Product labeled as Pallas M Spinal Fixation System through 2015. Intended for posterior pedicle screw fixation of the non-cervical spine.
Valorem Surgical LLC
PALLAS M/MAXIMIS Poly Screw 5.5 x 50mm and 5.5 x 5.0 mm screw. Part of MAXIMIS Pedicle Screw Spinal Fixation System. Valorem Surgical, Chicago, IL. Product labeled as Pallas M Spinal Fixation System through 2015. Intended for posterior pedicle screw fixation of the non-cervical spine.
Valorem Surgical LLC
PALLAS M/MAXIMIS Rod Pusher Angled. Part of MAXIMIS Pedicle Screw Spinal Fixation System. Valorem Surgical, Chicago, IL. Product labeled as Pallas M Spinal Fixation System through 2015. Intended for posterior pedicle screw fixation of the non-cervical spine.
Valorem Surgical LLC
PALLAS M/MAXIMIS S. Probe. Part of MAXIMIS Pedicle Screw Spinal Fixation System. Valorem Surgical, Chicago, IL. Product labeled as Pallas M Spinal Fixation System through 2015. Intended for posterior pedicle screw fixation of the non-cervical spine.
Valorem Surgical LLC
PALLAS M/MAXIMIS 250mm Straight Rod. Part of MAXIMIS Pedicle Screw Spinal Fixation System. Valorem Surgical, Chicago, IL. Product labeled as Pallas M Spinal Fixation System through 2015. Intended for posterior pedicle screw fixation of the non-cervical spine.
Valorem Surgical LLC
PALLAS M/MAXIMIS Reduction A. Part of MAXIMIS Pedicle Screw Spinal Fixation System. Valorem Surgical, Chicago, IL. Product labeled as Pallas M Spinal Fixation System through 2015. Intended for posterior pedicle screw fixation of the non-cervical spine.
Valorem Surgical LLC
Hypodermic Needle, 23 G X 1.0 in REG BEVEL, 100 per box, 50 boxes/case, 5,000/case The products are used to inject fluids into, or withdraw fluids from the body. They are intended for use in the diagnosis of disease or other conditions or in the cure, mitigation, treatment or prevention of disease, or to affect the structure or any function of the body.
International Medsurg Connection, Inc.
FedEx Supply Chain Recalls Cellphone Batteries That Could Lead to Fire and Burn Hazards (Recall Alert)
FedEx Supply Chain Logistics & Electronics, Inc., of Cranberry Township, Pa.
VOLKSWAGEN 2006-2016: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
VOLKSWAGEN
AUDI 2017-2018: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
AUDI
BMW 2018: SEAT BELTS:FRONT
BMW
BRIO Recalls Baby Rattles Due to Choking Hazard
BRIO, of Sweden
Dan Post Boot Company Recalls Safety Boots and Shoes Due to Injury Hazard
Laura Ashley Girl's Dresses Recalled by Pastourelle Due to Choking Hazard
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: 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.