2020 Recalls
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2020 Recall Year Insight
Federal agencies issued 4,819 product recalls indexed by PlainRecalls in calendar year 2020. That represents about 5.74% of the 83,949 total recalls we track from 1995 through the present, and averages roughly 13.2 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 97 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 6 critical, 39 moderate, and 5 lower-severity recalls. The page references 23 distinct recalling firms operating in 3 distinct product categories, with 44 of 50 records disclosing affected-unit counts. Issuing-agency distribution on this slice leans toward FDA Devices (40), NHTSA (6), CPSC (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 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.
CERTAIN BELLATEK ENCODE HEALING ABUTMENT 3.4MM(D) X 5MM(P) X 3MM(H) Reference Number: IEHA353
Biomet 3i, LLC
MicroVention Terumo Microplex 18, Platinum Coil System, Endovascular Embolization Coil, Complex 18, Sterile, Rx, REF numbers 180512CC-V, 180820CC-V, …
Microvention, Inc.
THP Hip Plating System, Item Nos. 14-451070 14-451075 14-451080 14-451085 14-451090 14-451095 14-451100 14-451105 14-451110 14-451115 14-45…
Zimmer Biomet, Inc.
Philips DigiTrak XT Holter Recorder Software version number B.1 and C.2. The DigiTrak XT Recorder is available in four different configurations. Se…
Philips North America, LLC
Medline ROBOTIC-LF REF CDS984543B Lot 20AKA927 Expiration 2020-09-30 GTIN (01)10888277056350
Medline Industries Inc
MicroVention Terumo Microplex 10, Platinum Coil System, Endovascular Embolization Coil, Compass 10, Sterile, Rx, REF numbers 100203CMSR-V, 100408CMSR…
Microvention, Inc.
MicroVention Terumo Microplex 18, Platinum Coil System, Endovascular Embolization Coil, Helical 18 Soft, Sterile, Rx, REF numbers 180204HC-S-V, 18020…
Microvention, Inc.
CERTAIN BELLATEK ENCODE HEALING ABUTMENT 4.1MM(D) X 6MM(P) X 6MM(H) Reference Number: IEHA466
Biomet 3i, LLC
MicroVention Terumo HydroFrame 18, HydroCoil Embolic System, Endovascular Embolization Coil, Sterile, Rx, REF numbers 180723HFRM-V, 180931HFRM-V, 181…
Microvention, Inc.
Selenia Dimensions Mammography System, Model number ASY-04160, Selenia Dimensions Gantry, UDI 15420045505636,
Hologic, Inc.
CERTAIN BELLATEK ENCODE HEALING ABUTMENT 4.1MM(D) X 4.1MM(P) X 4MM(H) Reference Number: IEHA444
Biomet 3i, LLC
Protective Cover Vivo 55/65 (Used for Vivo 50/65), Part No. 006344. It is an accessory (i.e. protective cover) for the Vivo 50 and Vivo 65 ventilator…
Breas Medical, Inc.
CERTAIN BELLATEK ENCODE HEALING ABUTMENT 5MM(D) X 6MM(P) X 6MM(H) Reference Number: IEHA566
Biomet 3i, LLC
Getinge 46-Series Washer Disinfector Model # 46-4, Part Number:46-4-502 Product Usage: Used in facilities such as Central Sterile Supply Departments,…
Maquet Cardiovascular Us Sales, Llc
Zimmer Sterile Disposable Tourniquet Cuff with Protective Sleeve and PLC, Dual Port, Dual Bladder, Item No. 60708015200, UDI (01)00889024377547 (…
Zimmer Surgical Inc
CERTAIN BELLATEK ENCODE HEALING ABUTMENT 3.4MM(D) X 3.8MM(P) X 3MM(H) Reference Number: IEHA343
Biomet 3i, LLC
CERTAIN BELLATEK ENCODE HEALING ABUTMENT 4.1MM(D) X 5MM(P) X 4MM(H) Reference Number: IEHA454
Biomet 3i, LLC
MicroVention Terumo Microplex 10, Platinum Coil System, Endovascular Embolization Coil, HyperSoft Helical, Sterile, Rx, REF numbers 100101HS-V, 10010…
Microvention, Inc.
Ellipse, Tiered-therapy Cardioverter/Defibrillator, REF (UDI/GTIN): CD1377-36QC (05414734507646), CD2411-36C (05414734507585), CD1277-36 (05414734506…
St Jude Medical, Cardiac Rhythm Management Division
MicroVention Terumo Microplex 10, Platinum Coil System, Endovascular Embolization Coil, Helical 10 Soft, Sterile, Rx, REF numbers 100206HCSR-S-V, 100…
Microvention, Inc.
MicroVention Terumo Microplex 10, Platinum Coil System, Endovascular Embolization Coil, Complex 10, Sterile, Rx, REF numbers 100204CC-V, 100307CC-V, …
Microvention, Inc.
RX Daytona Plus (with ISE/without ISE); Models Nos. RX4040 (w/ISE) and RX4041 (without ISE) - Product Usage: A fully automated, random access, clini…
Randox Laboratories, Limited
TLC-2000 Therapeutic Medical Laser System Power Pack, Model Number TLC-2002
Theralase Inc.
CERTAIN BELLATEK ENCODE HEALING ABUTMENT 3.4MM(D) X 5MM(P) X 6MM(H) Reference Number: IEHA356
Biomet 3i, LLC
TLC-2000 Therapeutic Medical Laser System
Theralase Inc.
CERTAIN BELLATEK ENCODE HEALING ABUTMENT 5MM(D) X 6MM(P) X 4MM(H) Reference Number: IEHA564
Biomet 3i, LLC
Ambulance Parameter Extension (APE) kit M4758A, an accessory to the Philips HeartStart MRx Monitor/Defibrillator - Product Usage: is intended to be u…
Philips North America, LLC
CERTAIN BELLATEK ENCODE HEALING ABUTMENT 5MM(D) X 6MM(P) X 3MM(H) Reference Number: IEHA563
Biomet 3i, LLC
CERTAIN¿ BELLATEK ENCODE HEALING ABUTMENT 3.4MM(D) X 3.8MM(P) X 4MM(H) Reference Number: IEHA344
Biomet 3i, LLC
CERTAIN BELLATEK ENCODE HEALING ABUTMENT 4.1MM(D) X 4.1MM(P) X 6MM(H) Reference Number: IEHA446
Biomet 3i, LLC
Truliant Splined Stem Extension, 18mm x 120mm - Product Usage: The devices are used in a cemented total knee prosthesis system, which provides femora…
Exactech, Inc.
CERTAIN BELLATEK ENCODE HEALING ABUTMENT 5MM(D) X 5.6MM(P) X 3MM(H) Reference Number: IEHA553
Biomet 3i, LLC
MicroVention Terumo Microplex, Platinum Coil System, Endovascular Embolization Coil, VFC, Sterile, Rx, REF numbers MV-00306VFC, MV-00315VFC, MV-0031…
Microvention, Inc.
TLC-2000 Therapeutic Medical Laser System
Theralase Inc.
CERTAIN BELLATEK ENCODE HEALING ABUTMENT 4.1MM(D) X 4.1MM(P) X 3MM(H) Reference Number: IEHA443
Biomet 3i, LLC
CERTAIN BELLATEK ENCODE HEALING ABUTMENT 5MM(D) X 5.6MM(P) X 4MM(H) Reference Number: IEHA554
Biomet 3i, LLC
CERTAIN BELLATEK ENCODE HEALING ABUTMENT 4.1MM(D) X 5MM(P) X 6MM(H) Reference Number: IEHA456
Biomet 3i, LLC
Ulrich medical neon3 OCT spinal stabilization, REF CS 3917-12, Locking screw for crosslink, screw-to-screw
ulrich medical USA Inc
Zenith Alpha Spiral-Z Endovascular Leg, Catalog Prefix ZISL. The product is an endovascular graft.
Cook Inc.
LivaNova SMART PERFUSION PACK INSPIRE 8S - Product Usage: The affected product is a perfusion tubing pack use in surgical procedures requiring extrac…
LivaNova USA Inc.
IKEA Recalls KULLEN 3-Drawer Chests Due to Tip-Over and Entrapment Hazards; Consumers Urged to Anchor Chests or Return for Refund
IKEA Distribution Services Inc., of Conshohocken Pa.
PETERBILT 2019-2020: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
PETERBILT
PETERBILT 2015-2020: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES
PETERBILT
FREIGHTLINER 2019-2020: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:CALIPER
FREIGHTLINER
JEEP 2018-2020: POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
JEEP
HYUNDAI 2020: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
HYUNDAI
HYUNDAI 2013-2014: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
HYUNDAI
Just Blanks Children's Nightgowns Recalled by Ishtex Textile Products Due to Violation of Federal Flammability Standard; Burn Hazard
Ishtex Textile Products Inc., of Duluth, Ga.
Lennox Industries Recalls Ductless Heat Pumps Due to Fire Hazard
Step2 Recalls Children's Grocery Shopping Carts Due to Laceration Hazard
The Step2 Company LLC, of Streetsboro, Ohio
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.