2018 Recalls
7,928 federal recalls indexed for 2018 · Page 62 of 159
2018 Recall Year Insight
Federal agencies issued 7,928 product recalls indexed by PlainRecalls in calendar year 2018. That represents about 7.59% of the 104,423 total recalls we track from 1995 through the present, and averages roughly 21.7 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 159 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 6 critical, 35 moderate, and 9 lower-severity recalls. The page references 20 distinct recalling firms operating in 6 distinct product categories, with 44 of 50 records disclosing affected-unit counts. Issuing-agency distribution on this slice leans toward FDA Food (30), FDA Devices (10), NHTSA (6), 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, USDA FSIS, or NHTSA for the system-of-record on any specific recall. PlainRecalls indexes this archive for research and consumer awareness purposes.
rHead, Radial Implant 6 mm Collar, Size 3. Orthopedic implant for replacement of the proximal end of the radius in the Stryker rHead Radial Head and Uni-Elbow system.
Howmedica Osteonics Corp.
rHead Standard Extended Stem, 6mm Collar, Size 1. Orthopedic implant for replacement of the proximal end of the radius in the Stryker rHead Radial Head and Uni-Elbow system.
Howmedica Osteonics Corp.
Radio Capitellum Small, Right. Orthopedic implant for replacement of the proximal end of the radius in the Stryker rHead Radial Head and Uni-Elbow system.
Howmedica Osteonics Corp.
rHead Recon Stem Implant 6mm Collar, Size 4. Orthopedic implant for replacement of the proximal end of the radius in the Stryker rHead Radial Head and Uni-Elbow system.
Howmedica Osteonics Corp.
119" Blood Set w/200 Micron Filter, Clave¿, Rotating Luer, Sterile The blood tubing accessory with CLAVE Connector is a single use, sterile, non-pyrogenic device intended for use as an adjunct to blood tubing sets or venipuncture devices for needle-free withdrawal of blood.
ICU Medical, Inc.
159" (404 cm) Y-Type Blood Set w/170 Micron Filter, Hand Pump, Remv 4-Way Stopcock, 3 Pre-Pierced Ports, Luer Lock, 2 Ext, Sterile The blood tubing accessory with CLAVE Connector is a single use, sterile, non-pyrogenic device intended for use as an adjunct to blood tubing sets or venipuncture devices for needle-free withdrawal of blood.
ICU Medical, Inc.
88" (224 cm) Y-Type Blood Set w/200 Micron Filter, Hand Pump, MicroClave¿, Rotating Luer, Sterile The blood tubing accessory with CLAVE Connector is a single use, sterile, non-pyrogenic device intended for use as an adjunct to blood tubing sets or venipuncture devices for needle-free withdrawal of blood.
ICU Medical, Inc.
Slit Knife 2.6mm 45degree Bevel Up, Model Number 373726. for use in ophthalmic surgery.
Beaver Visitec
rHead, Radial Implant 6 mm Collar, Size 1. Orthopedic implant for replacement of the proximal end of the radius in the Stryker rHead Radial Head and Uni-Elbow system.
Howmedica Osteonics Corp.
rHead Recon Stem Implant Plasma Coated, Size 1. Orthopedic implant for replacement of the proximal end of the radius in the Stryker rHead Radial Head and Uni-Elbow system.
Howmedica Osteonics Corp.
Xtava Recalls Allure Hair Dryers Due to Fire, Burn and Electrical Shock Hazards
VOLKSWAGEN 2017-2018: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER
VOLKSWAGEN
VOLVO 2019: SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY
VOLVO
BMW 2019: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
BMW
Koehler-Bright Star Recalls Flashlights Due to Explosion Hazard
Koehler-Bright Star, of Hanover, Pa.
Harbor Freight Tools Recalls Handgun Safes Due to Serious Injury Hazard
Harbor Freight Tools, of Calabasas, Calif.
Vitamix Recalls Ascent and Venturist Series Blending Containers Due to Laceration Hazard
Vita-Mix Corporation, of Cleveland, Ohio
FREIGHTLINER 2018-2019: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:CALIPER
FREIGHTLINER
CHRYSLER,DODGE,FIAT,JEEP,RAM 2017-2019: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD
CHRYSLER,DODGE,FIAT,JEEP,RAM
DODGE,JEEP 2018-2019: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER
DODGE,JEEP
Homestyle Italian Seasoned Croutons: 1 lb. foil pouch Item # 74384 Sugar Foods Corporation 6190 E. Slauson Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90047
Sugar Foods Corporation Inc
Ruffles Cheddar and Sour Cream flavored potato chips 8.5 oz bag
Frito-Lay, Inc
GU Energy Gels: Caramel Macchiato, Gel; GUGEL 1 Pkt; item # 123031, UPC 769493200518; GUGEL 24Pkt Box; item number 123056, UPC 769493200525
Advanced Food Concepts
Caesar Seasoning 50 pound bag Item 1000031193
Griffith Labs U.S.A.
Garlic Butter and Black Pepper Focaccia Crumbles: 400 lb. Gaylord Tote Item # 78939 Sugar Foods Corporation 6190 E. Slauson Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90047
Sugar Foods Corporation Inc
Brown Gravy Mix 16 oz unit, 24 units per carton Item 1000011214
Griffith Labs U.S.A.
Cheese and Garlic Crouton Seasoning 50 pound bag Item 1000023919
Griffith Labs U.S.A.
GU Energy Gels: Caramel Macchiato, Gel; GUGEL 1 Pkt; item # 123031, UPC 769493200518; GUGEL 24Pkt Box; item number 123056, UPC 769493200525
Advanced Food Concepts
Cheese and Garlic Crouton Seasoning 50 pound bag Item 859019400
Griffith Labs U.S.A.
Roctane Ultra Endurance Energy Gels: Tutti Frutti Roc Gel: ROC GEL 1 Pkt, Item # 124315, UPC: 76949310247; ROC GEL 24 Pkt Box, Item # 124314, UPC: 769493102461.
Advanced Food Concepts
GU Energy Gels: Jet Blackberry, Gel; GUGEL 1 Pkt; item # 123022, UPC:769493100122 ; GUGEL 24Pkt Box; item number 123044, UPC: 769493200129.
Advanced Food Concepts
1Z RITZ BITS CHEESE 120 1 Oz Pouches
Mondelez Global Llc
Reduced Whey Cold Dough Premix 2.3 pound bag, 18 units per carton Item 127038500
Griffith Labs U.S.A.
GU Energy Stroopwafels; Dutch-Style syrup filled waffle cookie; Gingerade, Waffle; WAFFLE 1 Pkt, Item # 124325, UPC:769493102522; WAFFLE 16 Pkt Box, Item # 124321, UPC:769493102492;
Advanced Food Concepts
Queso Snack Seasoning 25 pound bag, 1 bags per carton Item 1000033198
Griffith Labs U.S.A.
Herb Crouton Seasoning 50 pound bag Item 702046300
Griffith Labs U.S.A.
Kauffman's Fruit Farm & Market Sweet Apple Cider; Keep Refrigerated; Kauffman's Fruit Farm, Bird-in-Hand, PA 17505; Enjoy thru 08/02/18. Packed in Net Wt 128 Fl. Oz.; 64 Fl. Oz.; 32 Fl. Oz.; 16 Fl. Oz. and 12 Fl. Oz.
Kauffman's Fruit Farm and Market, Inc.
HMS Cheese Garlic Croutons: 2.5 lb. foil pouch Item # 74906 Sugar Foods Corporation 6190 E. Slauson Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90047
Sugar Foods Corporation Inc
GU Energy Chews; Blueberry Pomegranate, Chews; CHEWS 1 Pkt, Item # 124181, UPC: 769493101440; CHEWS 18 Pkt Box, Item # 124177, UPC: 769493101402.
Advanced Food Concepts
GU Energy Gels: Cucumber Mint, Gel; GUGEL 1 Pkt; item # 124123, UPC ;769493101020; GUGEL 24Pkt Box; item number 124125 , UPC 769493101044.
Advanced Food Concepts
Butter Toffee Flavored Hazelnuts, packaged in a clear plastic bag, net wt 6 oz. UPC 7 39059 30612 1. The label is read in parts: "***Butter Toffee Flavored Hazelnuts *** Ingredients: Dry Roasted Hazelnuts, Sugar, Butter, Sea Salt and Natural Vanilla Extract *** Contains Dairy.
Holmquist Hazelnut Orchards
PINK LEMONADE COOKIES Byrd's FAMOUS COOKIES; NET WT. 7 OZ .(198g) BOX; BYRD COOKIE COMPANY 6700 WATERS SAVANNAH, GA 31406 800-291-2973; UPC 7 48829 04946 5
Byrd Cookie Co
Asiago Peppercorn 50 pound bag, Item 859081400
Griffith Labs U.S.A.
Sour Cream & Onion Snack Seasoning 200 pound drum Item 702083400
Griffith Labs U.S.A.
10.8Z RTZ EVERYTHING CRM CHSE 14 (11 & 16) 10.8 Oz per tray, Plastic sleeve in tray,14 trays per case
Mondelez Global Llc
Butter Garlic Crouton Seasoning 50 pound bag, Item 859061100
Griffith Labs U.S.A.
Caesar Crouton Seasoning 50 pound bag Item 1000014383
Griffith Labs U.S.A.
Basil Pesto 50 pound bag, Item 859081100
Griffith Labs U.S.A.
4/12Z RBS CHEESE MULTI PK, 12 Oz Carton 4 cartons per case
Mondelez Global Llc
Onion Garlic Seasoning 50 pound bag Item 1000025776
Griffith Labs U.S.A.
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 2018
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 2018 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.