2020 Recalls
5,939 recalls · Page 117 of 119
2020 Recall Year Insight
Federal agencies issued 5,939 product recalls indexed by PlainRecalls in calendar year 2020. That represents about 7.07% of the 83,949 total recalls we track from 1995 through the present, and averages roughly 16.3 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 119 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 2020.
On this page of 50 records, severity classification shows 9 critical, 34 moderate, and 7 lower-severity recalls. The page references 33 distinct recalling firms operating in 8 distinct product categories, with 43 of 50 records disclosing affected-unit counts. Issuing-agency distribution on this slice leans toward FDA Devices (22), FDA Drug (12), NHTSA (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 2020 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.
SURE 48hr Confidence Nourishing Coconut invisible solid Antiperspirant & Deodorant Net Wt 2.6 oz (73g) NDC# 41595-5547-1 UPC 8 83484 31020 5 Made i…
Idelle Labs
Blisovi Fe 1.5/30 (norethindrone acetate and ethinyl estradiol tablets USP and ferrous fumarate tablets 75mg), Rx Only, Distributed by: Lupin Pharma…
Lupin Pharmaceuticals Inc.
SURE 48hr Confidence Unscented Original Solid Anti-Perspirant & Deodorant Net Wt 2.7 oz (76g) NDC# 41595-5513-2 UPC 8 83484 71794 3 Made in Canada a…
Idelle Labs
Ranitidine Capsules 150 mg, (a) 60 count bottles (NDC 62559-690-60) , (b) 500 count bottles (NDC 62559-690-05), Rx only, Manufactured by: Appco Pharm…
Appco Pharma LLC
Estriol, USP, (Micronized), 0.12 g, Distributed by Enovachem Pharmaceuticals, Torrance CA; NCD #76420-049-37
Asclemed USA Inc. dba Enovachem Pharmaceuticals
Estriol, USP, (Micronized), 0.24 g, Distributed by Enovachem Pharmaceuticals, Torrance CA; NCD #76420-049-38
Asclemed USA Inc. dba Enovachem Pharmaceuticals
Haylard Closed Suction System for Neonates/Pediatrics, 5 Fr, 1. REF 195, Y-Adapter, SAP Finished Product Code 109382303; 2. REF 201, with BALLA…
Avanos Medical, Inc.
ImplantDirect InterActive Precision IO Scan Adapter, Part #6530-09PT, Platform: 3.0mm, Non-Sterile, Rx. The firm name on the label is Implant Direct…
Implant Direct Sybron Manufacturing, LLC
ImplantDirect InterActive Precision IO Scan Adapter, Part #6534-09PT, Platform: 3.4mm, Non-Sterile, Rx. The firm name on the label is Implant Direct…
Implant Direct Sybron Manufacturing, LLC
Superset with 22MM ID, Double Swivel Elbow 22MM OD/15MM ID and Bronchoscopy Port, REF 3503031. Airway connector.
Intersurgical Inc
Double Swivel Elbow with Bronchoscopy Port 15MM OD, 22MM OD/15MM ID, REF 1898000. Airway connector.
Intersurgical Inc
Stratum MDS Screw 3.5x50mm ST Part Number: STRM-MDS-3550ST
Nextremity Solutions
Stryker T2 Alpha Delta Strike Plate IMN Instruments - part of the IMN Instruments System and is used to support insertion and withdrawal of nails thr…
Stryker GmbH
Double Swivel Elbow with Bronchoscopy Port 15MM OD, 22MM OD/15MM ID, REF 1996030. Airway connector.
Intersurgical Inc
Stryker Pin To Rod Coupling External Fixation System Hoffmann II Compact - Pin To Rod Coupling 5/3-4mm Catalog #: 4940-1-020 - Product Usage: Indi…
Stryker GmbH
Medical convenience trays and kits, labeled as: Medical Action Industries, Inc.: ***CVC*** Clear Sequence Change Kit, REF 77070B ***DIALYSIS*** …
Medical Action Industries, Inc. 306
Clearlink System Continu-Flo Administration Sets, Product Codes: 2C8519, 2C8537, and 2C8541 - Product Usage:For the administration of fluids from a …
Baxter Healthcare Corporation
Fast-Cath Trio HEMOSTASIS INTRODUCER, 14F, 4.6 mm, REF 406303
Abbott Medical
Fast-Cath Hemostasis Introducer, HEMOSTASIS INTRODUCER, 8.5F, 2.83 mm, REF 406143 - Product Usage: The Fast-Cath Hemostasis Introducers are indicated…
Abbott Medical
LightPod ERA lasers
Aerolase Corporation
Stratum MDS Screw 3.5x46mm ST Part Number: STRM-MDS-3546ST
Nextremity Solutions
LightPod Neo Lasers
Aerolase Corporation
Cochlear Baha 5 Sound Processor Tamper Proof Battery Door (3 pcs.)
Cochlear Americas Inc.
Cios Alpha, Model Number 10308191; mobile X-Ray system designed to provide X-ray imaging of the anatomical structures of patient during clinical app…
Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc
ONE-LINK Needle-free IV Connector, Product Codes: 7N8300, 7N8301, 7N8310, 7N8330K, 7N8332K, 7N8334K, 7N8370K, 7N8371, 7N8375K, 7N8376K, 7N8377, 7N837…
Baxter Healthcare Corporation
Medacta Shoulder SYSTEM HUMERAL ANATOMICAL METAPHYSIS, REF 04.01.0023 through 04.01.0055, all sizes - Product Usage: The Medacta Anatomic Shoulder Pr…
Medacta Usa Inc
Stratum MDS Screw 3.5x48mm ST Part Number: STRM-MDS-3548ST
Nextremity Solutions
Superset with 22MM ID, Double Swivel Elbow 22MM OD/15MM ID and Bronchoscopy Port, REF 3521000. Airway connector.
Intersurgical Inc
BMW 2000-2006: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
BMW
BMW 2006-2015: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
BMW
BMW 2007-2012: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
BMW
The Thompson's Company Recalls Aerosol Waterproofing Wood and Masonry Protectors Due to Fire Hazard
The Thompson's Company, of Cleveland, Ohio
LEXUS 2013-2019: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
LEXUS
CHEVROLET,GMC 2007-2008: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
CHEVROLET,GMC
Boston Warehouse Trading Corp. Recalls Holiday Travel Mugs Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Meijer Stores
Boston Warehouse Trading Corp., of Norwood, Mass.
Libbey Glass Recalls Milk Bottles Due to Laceration Hazard
Thesaurus Global Marketing Recalls Tricycles Due to Violation of the Federal Lead Paint Ban; Risk of Poisoning; Sold Exclusively at Amazon.com (Recal…
INFINITI,NISSAN 2001-2011: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
INFINITI,NISSAN
FERRARI 2010-2011: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
FERRARI
Mrs. Condies Salad Company's Honey Bear Small Party Platter containing Ranch Dressing dip,3.5 lbs.
Mrs. Condies Salad Company, Incorporated
Chef Pierre 37 Ounce Pumpkin Spice Latte Pie, in foil pie pan with dome lid, frozen, 4 pies per wholesale case, with SKU number 09368 and UPC number …
SARA LEE FROZEN FOODS
Chicken of the Sea Sardines in Water; Net Wt. 3.75 oz. (106g) UPC 0 48000 00707 0 18 Individual items per case Ingredient: Sardines, water, sal…
CHICKEN OF THE SEA
Great Value Macadamia Nuts 4 oz. pouch with UPC CODE: 078742309422 packaged in a cello bag, 6 per case
Texas Star Nut and Food Co., Inc.
Classic Lays potato chips 2 3/4 oz. UPC 28400 42054; Classic Lays potato chips 8 oz. UPC 28400 19914; Classic Lays potato chips 10 oz. UPC 28400 6454…
Frito-Lay, Inc.
RANITIDINE TABLETS, USP 150mg, 10,000-count bag, Country of Origin: INDIA NDC 62207-773-32
Granules India Limited
Bimatoprost Ophthalmic Solution, 0.03%, For Use in the Eyes Only, Sterile, Rx Only, 7.5 mL bottle, Manufactured by: Lupin Limited, Pithampur (M.P.), …
Lupin Pharmaceuticals Inc.
MYORISAN (isotretinoin capsules, USP), 20mg, packaged in 30-count Capsules (3 x 10 Prescription Packs) per box, Rx only, Distributed by: VersaPharm …
Akorn, Inc.
Silver Bullet, Get Bigger and Harder, Works in Minutes, Lasts for Days, 10 male enhancement capsules in blister foil package, 725mg per capsule, Dist…
Natures Rx
Ranitidine Syrup (Ranitidine Oral Solution USP), 15 mg/mL, 150 mg/10 mL per cup, Rx Only, Distributed by: American Health Packaging, Columbus, Ohio. …
American Health Packaging
PCA Skin Blemish Control Bar, 3.2 oz/90g, Salicylic acid 2% - Acne cleanser, For external use only, Distributed by PCA Skin, 6210 E. Thomas Rd., Ste.…
Island Kinetics, Inc. d.b.a. CoValence Laboratories
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: CPSC + NHTSA — consumer product and vehicle recall feeds for 2020
Read our methodology — how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.