2020 Recalls
6,048 federal recalls indexed for 2020 · Page 49 of 121
2020 Recall Year Insight
Federal agencies issued 6,048 product recalls indexed by PlainRecalls in calendar year 2020. That represents about 5.79% of the 104,423 total recalls we track from 1995 through the present, and averages roughly 16.6 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 121 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 11 critical, 38 moderate, and 1 lower-severity recalls. The page references 19 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 Food (18), FDA Devices (16), NHTSA (10), 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, USDA FSIS, or NHTSA for the system-of-record on any specific recall. PlainRecalls indexes this archive for research and consumer awareness purposes.
IntelliVue G7m Anesthesia Gas Module, Model no. 866173, Firmware Version 04.12.00, System Codes 453564477391, 453564477401, 866173
Philips North America, LLC
Safe-T 5 Fr Thora-Para Tray With 5 Fr. Catheter and Sharps Injury Protection - Drug Free
Carefusion 2200 Inc
SafeStep Huber Needle Set myPICK Port Access Kit; Catalog Numbers CPA00020A (UDI 00801741129827), CPA00042A (UDI 00801741182969), CPA00049 (UDI 00801741175695)
Becton Dickinson & Company
Safe-T 8 Fr Thora-Para Tray With 8 Fr. Catheter and Sharps Injury Protection - Drug Free
Carefusion 2200 Inc
Computed Tomography X-ray System, Model: uCT 550, GTIN: 06971576831036 Intended use The uCT Computed Tomography X-ray System uCT 530/uCT 550 is a computed tomography X-ray system intended to produce cross-sectional images of the body by computer reconstruction of X-ray transmission data taken at different angles and planes and indicated for the whole body (including head, neck and vascular).
Shanghai United Imaging Healthcare Co., Ltd.
Expansion Control Overlay, Item No. 1004EC - Product Usage: The EHOB WAFFLE Overlay is more than a support surface, assisting in lateral transfers, boosts and turns to protect patients throughout the hospital journey. Through immersion and envelopment, the WAFFLE Overlay is designed to offload the patient and relieve pressure at bony prominences while the unique venting holes allow for air circulation to keep patients cool, dry and comfortable.
EHOB, Inc.
Accurian RF Ablation, Cannula pk, Accurian, 100mm, 18G, 10mm, CS Product Number: AC0005 GTIN /UPN: 20763000153551 - Product Usage: (sterile, single-use) comprises an electrically insulated shaft, an active electrode for RF energy delivery, a hub with a female slip luer fitting, and a stylet with a color-coded cap to indicate gauge size. The ACCURIAN RF Cannula included in the ACCURIAN RF Ablation Platform intended for the creation of radiofrequency lesions in nervous tissue.
Medtronic Sofamor Danek USA Inc
Thora-Para 5 Fr Non-Valved Catheter Drainage Tray
Carefusion 2200 Inc
SafeStep Huber Needle Set AllPoints Port Access System; Catalog Numbers AN152075 (UDI 00801741119484), AN152075G (UDI 00801741119583), AN162010 (UDI 00801741119682), AN162010G (UDI 00801741119446), AN162075 (UDI 00801741119675), AN162075G (UDI 00801741119439)
Becton Dickinson & Company
syngo.via RT Image Suite with software versions syngo.via VB30 or VB40
Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc
Ablation Galil Technology, IcePearl 2.1 CX 90 Cyroablation Needles, Prescription Only Galil Medicals 2.1 CX Cryoablation Needles are intended for cryoablative destruction of tissue during surgical procedures.
Boston Scientific Corporation
Ablation Galil Technology, Three IceFORCE 2.1 Prostate Cyroablation Kit Visual ICE System, Prescription Only Galil Medicals 2.1 CX Cryoablation Needles are intended for cryoablative destruction of tissue during surgical procedures.
Boston Scientific Corporation
Ablation Galil Technology, IceFORCE 2.1 CX Needle Cryoablation Needle, Prescription Only Galil Medicals 2.1 CX Cryoablation Needles are intended for cryoablative destruction of tissue during surgical procedures.
Boston Scientific Corporation
PowerLoc MAX Power Injectable Infusion Set with GuardIVa Antimicrobial Hemostatic Dressing Port Access Kit; Catalog Numbers 2132010G (UDI 00801741095504), 2132015G (UDI 00801741095511), 2141910G (UDI 00801741095542), 2142010G (UDI 00801741085680), 2142015G (UDI 00801741085680), 2142210G (UDI 00801741085680)
Becton Dickinson & Company
IntelliVue MX700 patient monitor, model no. 865241
Philips North America, LLC
SafeStep Huber Needle Set; Catalog Numbers LH-0029 (UDI 00801741066160), LH-0030 (UDI 00801741066184), LH-0031 (UDI 00801741066207), LH-0032 (UDI 00801741066221), LH-0033 (UDI 00801741066245), LH-0034 (UDI 00801741066269), LH-0035 (UDI 00801741066283), LH-0036 (UDI 00801741066306), LH-0037 (UDI 00801741066320), LH-0038 (UDI 00801741066344), LH-0039 (UDI 00801741066368), LH-0040 (UDI 00801741066382)
Becton Dickinson & Company
BMW 2020: BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
BMW
Triangle Tube Recalls to Repair Gas Boilers Due to Risk of Carbon Monoxide Hazard; One Death Reported; In-Home Remedy May Be Delayed Due To COVID-19 Restrictions
Burnsen SA, of Belgium
HONDA 2019-2021: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
HONDA
HONDA 2018-2021: BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
HONDA
HONDA 2019-2020: BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
HONDA
HONDA 2018-2020: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
HONDA
KIA 2020: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
KIA
BMW 2019-2020: STEERING
BMW
Jamaican Tastee Patties, LLC Recalls Meat and Poultry Patty Products Produced without Benefit of Inspection
MERCEDES-BENZ 2019: SUSPENSION:REAR
MERCEDES-BENZ
MERCEDES-BENZ 2019: SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY:LEAF
MERCEDES-BENZ
PETERBILT 2020: STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
PETERBILT
Coco's Italian Market Recalls Italian Meatball, Beef Ravioli, and Pepperoni Pizza Products Produced without Benefit of Inspection
Bulk Apothecary Recalls Nature's Oil Wintergreen and Birch Essential Oils Due to Failure to Meet Child Resistant Packaging Requirement; Risk of Poisoning (Recall Alert)
Bulk Apothecary, of Aurora, Ohio
Polaris Recalls Ranger Off-Road Vehicles and PRO XD and Bobcat Utility Vehicles Due to Crash Hazard (Recall Alert)
Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn.
Willis Electric Recalls Home Accents Holiday Artificial Christmas Trees Due to Burn Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Home Depot
Willis Electric Co. Ltd., of Taiwan
Little Salad Bar Garden, 12 oz, UPC 4099100082975, Iceberg lettuce, carrots & red cabbage
Fresh Express Incorporated
Fresh Express Chopped Kit Thai 'N' Cashews 11.7 oz, UPC 071279309248, (Canada UPC) 0 71279 30925 5, Green and red cabbage, green leaf lettuce, carrots & green onions
Fresh Express Incorporated
Similac Pro-Advance Infant Formula with Iron, Milk-Based, Ready to Feed, 32 FL OZ (1 QT)
Abbott Nutrition, Division of Abbott Laboratories
Fresh Express Gourmet Cafe Creative Classics Turkey & Bacon Chef 5.75 oz.,UPC 071279407081, Iceberg & romaine lettuce, carrots & red cabbage
Fresh Express Incorporated
Fresh Express Green & Crisp / Verde y Crujiente 11 oz., UPC 071279108049, (Canada UPC) 0 71279 10813 1, Iceberg & romaine lettuce, carrots & red cabbage
Fresh Express Incorporated
Hy-Vee Chopped Kit Chipotle Cheddar Salad 11.4 oz., UPC 075450246728, Green & red cabbage & green onions
Fresh Express Incorporated
Fresh Express Iceberg Garden / Lechuga Repollo 3 lbs., UPC 071279104119, Iceberg lettuce, carrots & red cabbage
Fresh Express Incorporated
Marketside Chopped Salad Kit Southwest 13.4 oz., UPC 681131007061, Green & red cabbage, kale, romaine lettuce, kale, green onions & carrots
Fresh Express Incorporated
Giant Eagle Life s Getting Fresher Fresh Romaine Garden Salad Blend 12 oz., UPC 030034923167,Romaine lettuce, carrots & red cabbage
Fresh Express Incorporated
Fresh Express SHREDS 8 oz., UPC 071279151014, (Canada UPC) 0 71279 15101 4, Shredded iceberg lettuce
Fresh Express Incorporated
Marketside Baby Greens Salad 6 oz., UPC 681131027922, Baby spinach, carrots, baby lettuce blend & baby greens blend
Fresh Express Incorporated
Marketside Shredded Iceberg Lettuce 16 oz., UPC 681131532099, Iceberg lettuce
Fresh Express Incorporated
Hy-Vee Italian Salad Mix 10 oz., UPC 075450120486, Romaine lettuce & red cabbage
Fresh Express Incorporated
Fresh Express Iceberg Garden / Lechuga Repollo 12 oz., UPC 071279103020, (Canada UPC) 0 71279 10302 0, Green and red cabbage, kale, green leaf & Carrots. Fresh Express Iceberg Garden / Lechuga Repollo 24 oz., UPC 071279104119, (Canada UPC) 0 71279 10411 9, Iceberg lettuce, carrots & red cabbage
Fresh Express Incorporated
Fresh Express Lettuce Trio / Lechuga Trio 9 oz., UPC 071279108094, Iceberg, romaine lettuce & green leaf lettuce
Fresh Express Incorporated
Hy-Vee Cole Slaw Mix 16 oz., UPC 075450120516, Green cabbage, carrots & red cabbage
Fresh Express Incorporated
Giant Eagle Life s Getting Fresher Fresh Italian Blend 9 oz., UPC 030034923112, Romaine lettuce & red cabbage
Fresh Express Incorporated
Fresh Express American 11 oz.,UPC 071279241005, (Canada UPC) 0 71279 24100 5, Iceberg & romaine, carrots red cabbage & radish
Fresh Express Incorporated
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 2020
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 2020 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.