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2017 Recalls

Compiled from official public sources by the editorial team.

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2017 Recall Year Insight

Federal agencies issued 7,536 product recalls indexed by PlainRecalls in calendar year 2017. That represents about 7.41% of the 101,704 total recalls we track from 1995 through the present, and averages roughly 20.6 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 151 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 17 critical, 33 moderate, and 0 lower-severity recalls. The page references 32 distinct recalling firms operating in 7 distinct product categories, with 39 of 50 records disclosing affected-unit counts. Issuing-agency distribution on this slice leans toward FDA Devices (22), FDA Food (12), NHTSA (11), 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, or NHTSA for the system-of-record on any specific recall. PlainRecalls indexes this archive for research and consumer awareness purposes.

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NHTSA Critical Jun 29, 2017

HONDA 2013-2016: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY

HONDA
NHTSA Critical Jun 29, 2017

HONDA 2007-2011: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

HONDA
NHTSA Critical Jun 29, 2017

TOYOTA 2016: AIR BAGS:KNEE BOLSTER

TOYOTA
NHTSA Critical Jun 29, 2017

LEXUS 2017: STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY

LEXUS
NHTSA Critical Jun 29, 2017

CHEVROLET,GMC 2014: STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM

CHEVROLET,GMC
NHTSA Critical Jun 29, 2017

BUICK 2016-2017: STRUCTURE

BUICK
FDA Food Moderate Jun 28, 2017

Publix Deli, Artichoke & Spinach dip, 16 oz., plastic clamshell, Manufactured and distributed by Publix Super Markets, Lakeland, FL.

Publix Super Markets, Inc.
FDA Food Moderate Jun 28, 2017

joray fruit roll  FRUIT PUNCH flavor NET WT 1 OZ. (28g). UPC# 0 51063 50009 9.

Joseph Shalhoub & Son, Inc.
FDA Food Critical Jun 28, 2017

Private Selection Peruvian Inspired Aji Amarillo Culinary Spice Paste NET WT 4 OZ (113g) INGREDIENTS: SOY SAUCE***CONTAINS: SOY. DISTRIBUTED BY THE K…

Monfitello
FDA Food Critical Jun 28, 2017

NutriHeal OPTIMAL CHOLESTEROL Traditional Vegetarian Blend Herbal Supplement, 60 Tablets. Distributed By: Herbmed USA Company Inc.

Herbmed USA Company Inc.
FDA Food Moderate Jun 28, 2017

Market Basket moreBAR Dark Chocolate Peanut , 4.3 oz. bar

DeMoulas Supermarket, Inc.
FDA Food Moderate Jun 28, 2017

Hail Merry Meyer Lemon Miracle Mini Tarts, 6 tartlets per tray packaged in clear plastic molded trays.

Hail Merry LLC
FDA Food Moderate Jun 28, 2017

Southern Grove Cashew Halves & Pieces with Sea Salt, Net Weight 8.0 oz. (227 grams)

Star Snacks Co., Llc.
FDA Food Critical Jun 28, 2017

PRIVATE SELECTION AFRICAN - INSPIRED PERI PERI CHILI CULINARY SPICE PASTE NET WT 4 OZ (113g) UPC 0 11110 80699 4 DISTRIBUTED BY THE KROGER CO., CINC…

Monfitello
FDA Food Moderate Jun 28, 2017

GEC TNT Thermanite 60 Capsules Dietary Supplement in clear plastic bottle, UPC: 689466706222.

Genetic Edge Compounds LLC
FDA Food Moderate Jun 28, 2017

Meijer Honey Vanilla Bourbon Pecans, 8.5 oz., 6/case, packed in a stand-up pouch.

Meijer, Inc #816 - Grand River Packaging
FDA Food Critical Jun 28, 2017

Master Carton is Labeled As: LOBSTER FLAVORED BALL DISTRIBUTED EXCLUSIVELY BY: H & C FOOD INC. BROOKLYN, NY 11237 KEEP FROZEN AT -18 C

H & C Food Inc
FDA Food Critical Jun 28, 2017

Blue Diamond Almonds Blanc DCD FN C (blanched diced fine); NET WT 11.34 Kg, 25 lbs. corrugated carton with poly liner; Product of the USA. Blue Di…

Blue Diamond Growers
FDA Drug Moderate Jun 28, 2017

Venlafaxine Hydrochloride Extended-Release Capsules USP, 75 mg, packaged in a) 30-count bottles (NDC 52343-132-30) and b) 90-count bottles (NDC 52343…

Lucid Pharma LLC
FDA Drug Moderate Jun 28, 2017

Magnesium Citrate Saline Laxative Cherry Flavored, packaged in a) 10 fl. oz. (296 mL) bottle UPC: 072785104556 (Rexall's label), b) 10 fl. oz. (296 m…

Vi-Jon, Inc.
FDA Devices Moderate Jun 28, 2017

QuikClot TraumaPad, , sterile, soft, white, X-ray detectable hemostatic dressing Part Number 460 Manufactured by Z-Medica, LLC 4 Fairfield Boulev…

Z-Medica, LLC
FDA Devices Moderate Jun 28, 2017

ARCHITECT SHBG Reagent The ARCHITECT SHBG assay is a chemiluminescent microparticle immunoassay (CMIA) for the quantitative determination of sex h…

Abbott Laboratories
FDA Devices Moderate Jun 28, 2017

DePuy Mitek LATARJET EXPERIENCE Extraction Driver Product Code: 288216 Product Usage: The Latarjet Cortical Screw set is intended to treat recurr…

DePuy Mitek, Inc., a Johnson & Johnson Co.
FDA Devices Moderate Jun 28, 2017

DePuy Mitek LATARJET EXPERIENCE Coracoid Drill Product Code: 288201 Product Usage: The Latarjet Cortical Screw set is intended to treat recurrent …

DePuy Mitek, Inc., a Johnson & Johnson Co.
FDA Devices Moderate Jun 28, 2017

Merge OrthoPACS software.

Merge Healthcare, Inc.
FDA Devices Moderate Jun 28, 2017

Dimension Vista Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH) Flex reagent cartridge

Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc.
FDA Devices Moderate Jun 28, 2017

DePuy Mitek LATARJET EXPERIENCE Top Hat Tap Product Code: 288203 Product Usage: The Latarjet Cortical Screw set is intended to treat recurrent sh…

DePuy Mitek, Inc., a Johnson & Johnson Co.
FDA Devices Moderate Jun 28, 2017

MiniMed 670G Insulin Infusion Pump, Catalog No. MMT-1580, MMT-1780, MMT-1782, MMT-1760.

Medtronic Inc.
FDA Devices Moderate Jun 28, 2017

MiniMed 620G Insulin Infusion Pump, Catalog No. MMT-1510, MMT-1710, MMT-1550, MMT-1750.

Medtronic Inc.
FDA Devices Moderate Jun 28, 2017

MiniMed 630G Insulin Infusion Pump, Catalog No. MMT-1715, MMT-1755.

Medtronic Inc.
FDA Devices Moderate Jun 28, 2017

DePuy Mitek LATARJET EXPERIENCE-Combo Screw Driver Product Code: 288211 Product Usage: The Latarjet Cortical Screw set is intended to treat recu…

DePuy Mitek, Inc., a Johnson & Johnson Co.
FDA Devices Moderate Jun 28, 2017

Proteus 235

Ion Beam Applications S.A.
FDA Devices Critical Jun 28, 2017

Venture RX Catheter, Model 5820; Venture OTW Catheter, Model 5821; Venture CS Catheter, Model 5822. Sterilized using ethylene oxide, Rx Only. Th…

Vascular Solutions, Inc.
FDA Devices Moderate Jun 28, 2017

Dimension Vista Prolactin (PRL) Flex reagent cartridge

Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc.
FDA Devices Moderate Jun 28, 2017

DePuy Mitek LATARJET EXPERIENCE Coracoid Top Hat Drill Product Code: 288202 Product Usage: The Latarjet Cortical Screw set is intended to treat re…

DePuy Mitek, Inc., a Johnson & Johnson Co.
FDA Devices Moderate Jun 28, 2017

Omega Medical Imaging - 2 over 2 Elevating Monitor Suspension pillar/column accessory Device accessory that elevates monitor for healthcare prof…

Omega Medical Imaging, Inc.
FDA Devices Moderate Jun 28, 2017

MiniMed 640G Insulin Infusion Pump, Catalog No. MMT-1511, MMT-1711, MMT-1512, MMT-1712, MMT-1551, MMT-1751, MMT-1552, MMT-1752.

Medtronic Inc.
FDA Devices Moderate Jun 28, 2017

Merge OrthoPACS software. The firm name on the label is Merge Healthcare, Hartland, WI.

Merge Healthcare, Inc.
FDA Devices Moderate Jun 28, 2017

Dimension Vista Digoxin (DIGXN) Flex reagent cartridge

Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc.
FDA Devices Moderate Jun 28, 2017

Dimension Vista Estradiol (E2) Flex reagent cartridge

Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc.
FDA Devices Moderate Jun 28, 2017

Dimension Vista Ferritin (FERR) Flex reagent cartridge

Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc.
FDA Devices Moderate Jun 28, 2017

Dimension Troponin 1 (TNI) Flex reagent cartridge

Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc.
CPSC Moderate Jun 28, 2017

Homestar North America Recalls Three-Drawer TV Chests Due to Serious Tip-Over and Entrapment Hazards; Sold Exclusively at Target.com (Recall Alert)

Homestar North America LLC, of Statesville, N.C.
CPSC Moderate Jun 28, 2017

South Shore Expands Recall of Chest of Drawers Due to Serious Tip-Over and Entrapment Hazards

South Shore Industries Ltd., of Canada
CPSC Moderate Jun 27, 2017

Fireworks Recalled By American Promotional Events Due to Burn and Injury Hazards
NHTSA Critical Jun 27, 2017

BUICK 2016-2017: EQUIPMENT

BUICK
NHTSA Critical Jun 26, 2017

FORD 2015-2017: POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT

FORD
NHTSA Critical Jun 26, 2017

FREIGHTLINER 2015-2017: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR

FREIGHTLINER
NHTSA Critical Jun 26, 2017

FORD 2017: SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY

FORD
NHTSA Critical Jun 26, 2017

AUDI 2016-2017: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS

AUDI

Nearby Recall Years

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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 2017

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 2017 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.