PlainRecalls

2018 Recalls

Compiled from official public sources by the editorial team.

7,795 recalls · Page 24 of 156

2018 Recall Year Insight

Federal agencies issued 7,795 product recalls indexed by PlainRecalls in calendar year 2018. That represents about 7.66% of the 101,704 total recalls we track from 1995 through the present, and averages roughly 21.4 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 156 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 2018.

On this page of 50 records, severity classification shows 10 critical, 38 moderate, and 2 lower-severity recalls. The page references 19 distinct recalling firms operating in 7 distinct product categories, with 41 of 50 records disclosing affected-unit counts. Issuing-agency distribution on this slice leans toward FDA Food (33), NHTSA (9), FDA Devices (4), 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 2018 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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FDA Devices Moderate Nov 7, 2018

Zilver 635 Biliary Stent 4mm x 80mm, Catalog Number: ZIB6-80-4.0-80 Product Usage: The Zilver 518 and 635 Biliary Stents are intended for palli…

Cook Medical Incorporated
FDA Devices Moderate Nov 7, 2018

Hoffman LRF Hexapod Strut, Extra Short 89mm-109mm, Model Number 4935-0-010. Product Usage - The Hoffmann LRF System is indicated in pediatric patient…

Stryker GmbH
FDA Devices Low Nov 7, 2018

Campylobacter Blood Free Selective Medium, PN 7527A Used with cefoperazone for the selective isolation of Campylobacter spp. In a laboratory sett…

Acumedia Manufacturers, Inc.
FDA Devices Moderate Nov 7, 2018

Magellan LeadCare¿ II Blood Lead Test Kit. In Vitro Test for the measurement of lead in fresh whole blood. Catalog Number: 70-6762 Primary DI No: …

Magellan Diagnostics, Inc.
CPSC Moderate Nov 7, 2018

Kubota Recalls Mowers and Compact Tractors Due to Burn Hazard (Recall Alert)

Kubota Manufacturing of America Corporation, of Gainesville, Ga.
NHTSA Critical Nov 6, 2018

FORD 2015-2018: SEATS

FORD
NHTSA Critical Nov 6, 2018

LOTUS 2018: STEERING

LOTUS
CPSC Moderate Nov 1, 2018

Black & Decker Recalls Hammer Drills Due to Injury Hazard
CPSC Moderate Nov 1, 2018

MCS Industries Recalls Glacier Bay Medicine Cabinets Due to Laceration Hazard; Sold Exclusively at The Home Depot
CPSC Moderate Nov 1, 2018

Pain Relief Naturally Recalls Pain and Itch Relief Creams, Sprays and Gels Due to Failure to Meet Child Resistant Closure Requirement; Risk of Poison…

Ridge Properties, DBA Pain Relief Naturally, of Salem, Ore.
NHTSA Critical Nov 1, 2018

MACK 2019: STEERING

MACK
NHTSA Critical Nov 1, 2018

ACURA,HONDA 2016-2019: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER

ACURA,HONDA
NHTSA Critical Nov 1, 2018

SCION 2004-2006: AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE

SCION
NHTSA Critical Nov 1, 2018

FORD,LINCOLN,MERCURY 2010-2012: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

FORD,LINCOLN,MERCURY
NHTSA Critical Nov 1, 2018

BUICK,CHEVROLET 2019: AIR BAGS

BUICK,CHEVROLET
NHTSA Critical Nov 1, 2018

SUBARU 2018: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

SUBARU
NHTSA Critical Nov 1, 2018

SCION,SUBARU 2012-2014: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

SCION,SUBARU
FDA Food Moderate Oct 31, 2018

Fire-Roasted Home-Style Green Pepper Strips;: Sold in 20 lb. containers. Brand Name: Jon-Lin¿

McCain Foods USA
FDA Food Moderate Oct 31, 2018

Fire-Roasted 1/2" Diced Onions; Sold in 25 lb. containers. Brand Name:Jon-Lin¿

McCain Foods USA
FDA Food Moderate Oct 31, 2018

Fire Roasted 1/4" Diced Poblanos; Sold in 25 lb. containers. Brand Name: Jon-Lin¿ NatureSmart¿

McCain Foods USA
FDA Food Moderate Oct 31, 2018

Fire Roasted 1/2" Diced Onion/Pepper Blend; Sold in 25 lb. containers. Brand Name: Jon-Lin¿

McCain Foods USA
FDA Food Moderate Oct 31, 2018

Saut¿ed Green Pepper Strips: Sold in 25 lb. containers. Brand Name: Jon-Lin¿

McCain Foods USA
FDA Food Moderate Oct 31, 2018

Saut¿ed Organic Onion Strips; Sold in 25 lb. containers. Brand Name:Jon-Lin¿ NatureSmart¿

McCain Foods USA
FDA Food Moderate Oct 31, 2018

Fire-Roasted Corn & Black Bean Blend; Sold in 2 lb. containers. Brand Name: Jon-Lin¿ NatureSmart¿

McCain Foods USA
FDA Food Moderate Oct 31, 2018

Fire-Roasted Rubio's Fresno Chili ; Sold in 2 lb. containers. Brand Name: Chef Sensations¿

McCain Foods USA
FDA Food Moderate Oct 31, 2018

Fire-Roasted Bell Peppers and Onions Sold in 14 oz. package. Brand Name:Trader Joe's none

McCain Foods USA
FDA Food Moderate Oct 31, 2018

Roasted Vegetable Blend: Sold in 2 lb. . packages. Brand Name: GFGB

McCain Foods USA
FDA Food Low Oct 31, 2018

Victoria Taylor's Seasonings - Blackening Rub, 6.4 oz., UPC: 666227015274, packaged in a glass jar with a lid

Victoria Gourmet, Inc.
FDA Food Moderate Oct 31, 2018

Smokehouse Roasted 5/8" Diced Apples: Sold in 25 lb. Brand Name: Jon-Lin¿

McCain Foods USA
FDA Food Moderate Oct 31, 2018

Fire-Roasted 3/8" Diced Organic Onions; Sold in 25 lb. containers. Brand Name: Jon-Lin¿ NatureSmart¿

McCain Foods USA
FDA Food Moderate Oct 31, 2018

Fire-Roasted Rubio's Vegetable Blend: Sold in 2 lb. Brand Name: Chef Sensations¿

McCain Foods USA
FDA Food Moderate Oct 31, 2018

Fire Roasted Super Sweet Corn: Sold in 20 lb. Brand Name: Chef Sensations¿

McCain Foods USA
FDA Food Moderate Oct 31, 2018

Fire-Roasted 1/2" Diced Onions: Sold in 25 lb. Brand Name: Jon-Lin¿

McCain Foods USA
FDA Food Moderate Oct 31, 2018

Pizza Kitchen Cut Medley; Sold in 25 lb. containers. Brand Name: Jon-Lin¿ NatureSmart"

McCain Foods USA
FDA Food Moderate Oct 31, 2018

Fire Roasted 1/2" Diced Tomatoes; Sold in 25 lb. containers. Brand Name: Jon-Lin¿

McCain Foods USA
FDA Food Moderate Oct 31, 2018

Saut¿ed 3/8" Diced Onions; Sold in 25 lb. containers. Brand name: Jon-Lin¿, Jon-Lin¿ NatureSmart¿

McCain Foods USA
FDA Food Moderate Oct 31, 2018

Fire-Roasted Red Jalapeno Slices; Sold in 2 lb. containers. Brand Name: Jon-Lin¿

McCain Foods USA
FDA Food Moderate Oct 31, 2018

Sauted Muchrooms: Sold in 500 g package. Brand Name: none

McCain Foods USA
FDA Food Moderate Oct 31, 2018

Fire-Roasted Homestyle Julienne Tri-Colored Pepper Strips; Sold in 20 lb. containers. Brand Name:Jon-Lin¿ NatureSmart¿

McCain Foods USA
FDA Food Moderate Oct 31, 2018

Saut¿ed 3/8" Diced Organic Onions; Sold in 25 lb. containers. Brand Name: Jon-Lin¿ NatureSmart¿

McCain Foods USA
FDA Food Moderate Oct 31, 2018

Caramelized Onion Strips: Sold in 2 lb. and 25 lb. packages. Brand Name: Jon-Lin¿ NatureSmart¿; Jon-Lin¿

McCain Foods USA
FDA Food Moderate Oct 31, 2018

Blackwing Meats. Inc., Ground Venison, 10/1lb, packed in cardboard sleeve/ roll stock film inside, in aRetail Box.

BLACKWING ORGANIC MEATS, INC.
FDA Food Critical Oct 31, 2018

Callie's Charleston Biscuits COUTRY HAM BISCUITS; 18 NET WT. 18 OZ (510 g) Callie's Charleston Biscuits; 1895 Avenue F, Charleston, SC 18405 843 577…

Callie's Charleston Biscuits
FDA Food Moderate Oct 31, 2018

Fire Roasted Red Onion Sticks; Sold in 25 lb. containers. Brand Name: Jon-Lin¿

McCain Foods USA
FDA Food Moderate Oct 31, 2018

Fire Roasted Yellow Pepper Strips; Sold in 20 lb. containers. Brand Name: Jon-Lin¿

McCain Foods USA
FDA Food Moderate Oct 31, 2018

FIRE ROASTED ONION STRIPS: Sold in 20 lb. Brand Name: Jon-Lin¿

McCain Foods USA
FDA Food Moderate Oct 31, 2018

Fire-Roasted 1/4" Diced Jalapenos;: Sold in 25 lb. containers. Brand Name: Jon-Lin¿ NatureSmart"

McCain Foods USA
FDA Food Moderate Oct 31, 2018

Saut¿ed Julienne Onion Strips With Canola Caramel; Sold in 20 lb. containers. Brand Name: Jon-Lin¿

McCain Foods USA
FDA Food Moderate Oct 31, 2018

Fire-Roasted 1/2" Diced Red Onions; Sold in 25 lb. containers. Brand Name: Jon-Lin¿

McCain Foods USA
FDA Food Moderate Oct 31, 2018

Fire-Roasted 1/2" Diced Tomatillos; Sold in 25 lb. containers. Brand Name: Jon-Lin¿

McCain Foods USA

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 - consumer product and vehicle recall feeds for 2018

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 2018 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 July 2026.