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2019 Recall Year Insight

Federal agencies issued 7,611 product recalls indexed by PlainRecalls in calendar year 2019. That represents about 7.29% of the 104,423 total recalls we track from 1995 through the present, and averages roughly 20.9 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 153 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 2019.

On this page of 50 records, severity classification shows 20 critical, 28 moderate, and 2 lower-severity recalls. The page references 21 distinct recalling firms operating in 7 distinct product categories, with 40 of 50 records disclosing affected-unit counts. Issuing-agency distribution on this slice leans toward FDA Devices (32), NHTSA (8), FDA Food (7), 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 2019 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 Devices Moderate Sep 18, 2019

XP-XP Tibial Tray - Interlok 67 mm Item # 195753

Zimmer Biomet, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 18, 2019

Vanguard XP Tibial Tray 69 mm Item # 195248

Zimmer Biomet, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 18, 2019

XP-XP Tibial Tray - Interlok 75 mm Item # 195757

Zimmer Biomet, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 18, 2019

XP-CR Tibial Tray - Interlok 71mm Item # 195273

Zimmer Biomet, Inc.

FDA Devices Critical Sep 18, 2019

Sheridan/HVT Novaplus: a) 7.0 mm, REF V5-10314 b) 7.5 mm, REF V5-10315 c) 8.0 mm, REF V5-10316 d) 8.5 mm, REF V5-10317 Product Usage: Tracheal tube/airway management

Teleflex Medical

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 18, 2019

XP-CR Tibial Tray - Interlok 65mm Item # 195270

Zimmer Biomet, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 18, 2019

CAIMAN DISP.INSTR.ARTICULAT.D:12/240MM REF: PL730SU - Product Usage: Instrument intended for use in general surgery and gynecologic procedures where ligation and division of vessels is desired.

Aesculap Implant Systems LLC

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 18, 2019

XP-CR Tibial Tray - Interlok 73mm Item # 195274

Zimmer Biomet, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 18, 2019

XP-CR Tibial Tray - Interlok 79 mm Item # 195276

Zimmer Biomet, Inc.

FDA Devices Critical Sep 18, 2019

Natrelle and McGhan Silicone-Filled Breast Implant BioCell Round Moderate Profile, Sterile, for the following style numbers: Style 110:110-090, 110-120, 110-150, 110-180, 110-210, 110-240, 110-270, 110-300, 110-330, 110-360, 110-390, 110-420, 110-450, 110-480, 110-510; Style 115 :115-150, 115-167, 115-185, 115-203, 115-222, 115-253, 115-272, 115-290, 115-322, 115-354, 115-378, 115-401, 115-435, 115-469, 115-507, 115-547, 115-586, 115-627, 115-666, 115-716;

Allergan PLC

FDA Devices Critical Sep 18, 2019

Natrelle 133 Tissue Expanders w/Suture Tabs BIOCELL Full Height Variable Projection with MAGNA-FINDEr Xact & 21G Needle Infusion Set STYLE 133FV-T: 133FV-11-T, 133FV-12-T, 133FV-13-T, 133FV-14-T, 133FV-15-T, 133FV-16-T; STYLE 133MV-T: 133MV-11-T, 133MV-12-T, 133MV-13-T, 133MV-14-T, 133MV-15-T, 133MV-16-T; STYLE 133LV-T: 133LV-11-T, 133LV-12-T, 133LV-13-T, 133LV-14-T, 133LV-15-T, 133LV-16-T; STYLE 133SV-T: 133SV-11-T, 133SV-12-T, 133SV-13-T, 133SV-14-T, 133SV-15-T,

Allergan PLC

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 18, 2019

XP-XP Tibial Tray - Interlok 63 mm Item # 195751

Zimmer Biomet, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 18, 2019

Vanguard XP Tibial Tray 71 mm Item # 195249

Zimmer Biomet, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 18, 2019

XP-XP Tibial Tray - Interlok 71 mm Item # 195755

Zimmer Biomet, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 18, 2019

XP- CR Tibial Tray- Interlok 59mm Item # 195268

Zimmer Biomet, Inc.

FDA Devices Critical Sep 18, 2019

Natrelle 133 Tissue Expanders (also named style 133 BIOSPAN Tissue Expander and Mcghan Magna-Site Tissue Expander) BioCell Full Height Variable Projection with Magna-Fider Xact & 21G Needle Infusion Set, Sterile, for the following style numbers: STYLE 133FV: 133FV-11, 133FV-12, 133FV-13, 133FV-14, 133FV-15, 133FV-16; STYLE 133MV: 133MV-11, 133MV-12, 133MV-13, 133MV-14, 133MV-15, 133MV-16; STYLE 133LV: 133LV-11, 133LV-12, 133LV-13, 133LV-14, 133LV-15, 133LV-16; S

Allergan PLC

FDA Devices Critical Sep 18, 2019

Natrelle 410, Highly Cohesive Anatomically Shaped Silicone-Filled Breast Implant Biocell Low Height Low Projection, Sterile, for the following style numbers: Syle LL: LL-410135,LL-410180,LL-410210,LL-410240,LL-410300; Style LM: LM-410140, LM-410190, LM-410220, LM-410250, LM-410320; Style LF: LF-410125, LF-410150,LF-410175,LF-410205,LF-410240,LF-410270,LF-410310,LF-410390,LF-410440,LF-410490,LF-410540,LF-410595,LL-410135,LL-410180,LL-410210,LL-410240,LL-410300; style LX: LX-410145,LX-

Allergan PLC

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 18, 2019

Vanguard XP Tibial Tray 87 mm Item # 195254

Zimmer Biomet, Inc.

FDA Devices Critical Sep 18, 2019

Sheridan/CF Novaplus 7.0 mm, REF V5-10114 Product Usage: Tracheal tube/airway management

Teleflex Medical

FDA Devices Critical Sep 18, 2019

Natrelle 510, TruForm, Dual-Gel, BIOCELL, Styles LX, MX, FX Product Usage: Breast augmentation and Breast reconstruction

Allergan PLC

FDA Devices Critical Sep 18, 2019

McGhan BioDIMENSIONAL silicone-Filled Breast Implants, style 153 Product Usage: Breast augmentation and Breast reconstruction

Allergan PLC

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 18, 2019

XP-XP Tibial Tray - Interlok 87 mm Item # 195760

Zimmer Biomet, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 18, 2019

XP-CR Tibial Tray - Interlok 67mm Item # 195271

Zimmer Biomet, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 18, 2019

Threaded Offset Cup Impactor - Product Usage: To assist the surgeon in the implantation of Novation hip system components according to a conventional technique for total hip replacement. Specifically, these instruments are reusable, surgically invasive, and intended for transient use.

Exactech, Inc.

FDA Devices Low Sep 18, 2019

This is an in vitro diagnostic product intended for use as a calibration serum in clinical chemistry assays. Randox calibration sera contain 42 analytes and are based on lyophilized human serum. The concentrations and activities are suitable for calibration of clinical chemistry assays both manually and on a wide range of automatic analyzers. Constituent concentrations are available at 2 levels.

Randox Laboratories Ltd.

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 18, 2019

Dynex DSX Software-IVD ELISA Assays effected as follows: DSX Assay File Software: ZEUS vl B. burgdorferi lgG-lgM.asy ZEUS vl Borrelia VlsEl-pepClO lgG-lgM.asy ZEUS Parvovirus B19 lgG (9Z7701G).asy ZEUS Parvovirus B19 lgM (9Z7701M).asy ZEUS vl HSV-1 and 2 lgM.asy ZEUS vl Sm-RNP [CF] .asy ZEUS vl Sm-RNP [CV].asy ZEUS vl CMV lgG.asy ZEUS vl CMV lgM.asy ZEUS vl EBV-VCA lgG.asy ZEUS vl EBV-VCA lgM.asy ZEUS vl H. pylori lgG.asy ZEUS vl M. pneumoniae lgG.asy ZEUS vl M. pneumoniae lgM.as

Zeus Scientific, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 18, 2019

XP-CR Tibial Tray - Interlok 69mm Item # 195272

Zimmer Biomet, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 18, 2019

Medtronic Micra MC1VR01, Single chamber transcatheter pacing system, REF MC1VR01US (US only). Cardiac pacemaker.

Medtronic Inc., Cardiac Rhythm and Heart Failure (CRHF)

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 18, 2019

Vanguard XP Tibial Tray 83 mm Item # 195253

Zimmer Biomet, Inc.

FDA Devices Critical Sep 18, 2019

RITZ PRINCESS, BIOCELL, INTRASHIEL, BioDIMENSIONAL Breast Implant, Styles RML, RMM, RFL, RFM Product Usage: Breast augmentation and Breast reconstruction

Allergan PLC

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 18, 2019

CAIMAN DISP.INSTR.ARTICULAT.D:12/440MM REF: PL731SU- Product Usage: Instrument intended for use in general surgery and gynecologic procedures where ligation and division of vessels is desired.

Aesculap Implant Systems LLC

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 18, 2019

XP-XP Tibial Tray - Interlok 91mm Item # 195761

Zimmer Biomet, Inc.

CPSC No agency class Sep 18, 2019

Kichler Lighting Recalls Pendant Lights Due to Fire Hazard

NHTSA No agency class Sep 18, 2019

MERCEDES-BENZ 2019: SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT

MERCEDES-BENZ

NHTSA No agency class Sep 18, 2019

FREIGHTLINER,MERCEDES-BENZ 2018-2019: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH

FREIGHTLINER,MERCEDES-BENZ

NHTSA No agency class Sep 18, 2019

SUBARU 2020: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES

SUBARU

NHTSA No agency class Sep 18, 2019

ISUZU 2019: STEERING

ISUZU

CPSC No agency class Sep 17, 2019

Humanscale Recalls QuickStand Lite Workstations Due to Injury Hazard

NHTSA No agency class Sep 17, 2019

PETERBILT 2017-2018: ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)

PETERBILT

USDA FSIS Moderate Sep 17, 2019

Perdue Foods LLC Recalls Simply Smart Organics Frozen Chicken Ready-to-Eat Products Due to Misbranding and Undeclared Allergens

Perdue Foods LLC

NHTSA No agency class Sep 12, 2019

INFINITI,NISSAN 2018-2019: BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

INFINITI,NISSAN

NHTSA No agency class Sep 12, 2019

TOYOTA 2020: SEAT BELTS:FRONT

TOYOTA

NHTSA No agency class Sep 12, 2019

CHEVROLET 2015-2018: SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT

CHEVROLET

FDA Food Critical Sep 11, 2019

Peaceful Baby For Colic & Teething Discomfort Herbal Tea, packaged loose leaf in aluminum tin, net weight 2 oz or 56.5 grams. UPC: 7 99632 05656 0 The label is read in parts: "***Peaceful Baby FOR COLIC & TEETHING DISCOMFORT ***CAFFEINE-FREE HERBAL TEA*** Mountain Mels Essential Goods, LLC Welches, OR 97067***Supplement Facts***Fennel*** Directions: Drink 1-3 cups per day. If giving to a baby, they may have 1/8 of a cup at a time, but make sure it's coll enough for them. Steep 1-2 teaspoon

Mountain Mel's Essential Goods LLC

FDA Food Moderate Sep 11, 2019

Vitony Bakery, Brazo Gitano Guayaba Queso (Guava- Cheese Cake Roll); Peso Neto 12 ONZ. (340 G)

Vitony Bakery, Inc.

FDA Food Critical Sep 11, 2019

Diges-Teas Herbal Tea, packaged loose leaf in aluminum tin, net weight 2 oz or 56.5 grams. UPC: 7 99632 05665 2. The label is read in parts: "***Diges-Teas ***CAFFEINE-FREE HERBAL TEA*** Mountain Mels Essential Goods, LLC Welches, OR 97067***Supplement Facts***Fennel*** Directions: Drink 1-4 cups daily with meals or alone. Place 1-2 teaspoon in 8 oz. of hot water. Cover and steep for 10-20 minutes***".

Mountain Mel's Essential Goods LLC

FDA Food Moderate Sep 11, 2019

Vitony Bakery, Bizcocho de Guayaba y Coco (Guava-Coconut Pudding Cake); Peso Neto 14 ONZ. (397 G)

Vitony Bakery, Inc.

FDA Food Moderate Sep 11, 2019

Dolce Piquant Sweet and Sour 3 gallon (384 Fl OZ) and Freshmo Sweet and Sour in 3 gallon (384 Fl OZ)

Southern Style Mfg

FDA Food Low Sep 11, 2019

Lipton DIET ICED TEA PEACH 6/16.9 oz plastic bottles MANUFACTURED BY INDEPENDENT PRODUCERS FOR THE PEPSI/LIPTON TEA PARTNERSHIP, PURCHASE, NY 10577

Pepsi Bottling Ventures, LLC

FDA Food Critical Sep 11, 2019

The Milk Lady's Herbal Tea, packaged loose leaf in aluminum tin, net weight 2 oz or 56.5 grams. UPC: 7 99632 05658 4. The label is read in parts: "***The Milk Lady s FOR GREATER MILK FLOW & CALM NERVES***CAFFEINE-FREE HERBAL TEA*** Mountain Mel s Essential Goods, LLC Welches, OR 97067***Supplement Facts***Fennel*** Directions: Drink 1-4 cups daily as needed. Steep 1-2 teaspoons in 8 oz. of hot water for 10-20 minutes***".

Mountain Mel's Essential Goods LLC

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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 2019

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 2019 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.