2020 Recalls
6,048 federal recalls indexed for 2020 · Page 8 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 2 critical, 45 moderate, and 3 lower-severity recalls. The page references 27 distinct recalling firms operating in 6 distinct product categories, with 50 of 50 records disclosing affected-unit counts. Issuing-agency distribution on this slice leans toward FDA Devices (36), FDA Drug (7), CPSC (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, USDA FSIS, or NHTSA for the system-of-record on any specific recall. PlainRecalls indexes this archive for research and consumer awareness purposes.
Clobetasol Propionate Ointment USP 0.05%, Net Wt. 50 grams, Rx Only, Teligent Pharma. Inc. Buena, NJ 08310 NDC 52565-039-60
Teligent Pharma, Inc.
CVS Health Hydrating Healing Ointment (Petrolatum 41%), Net Wt 3 OZ (85g), Distributed by CVS Pharmacy, Inc. One CVS Drive, Woonsocket, RI 02895 UPC 0 50428 53642 1
US Pharmaceuticals Inc.
Aripiprazole Tablets, USP, 15 mg, 30 tablets per unit dose carton, Rx Only, Manufactured by: Apotex, Inc, Toronto, Ontario Canada M9L 1T9, Distributed by: Major Pharmaceuticals, 17177 N. Laurel Park Dr., Suite 233, Livonia, MI 48152 USA, NDC 0904-6512-04
The Harvard Drug Group
Tizanidine Tablets, USP 4mg, Rx Only, 150 Tablets per Bottle, Manufactured by Alkem Laboratories Ltd, Mumbai - 400 013, INDIA, Distributed by: Ascend Laboratories, LLC Parsippany, NJ 07054, NDC: 67877-614-15.
Ascend Laboratories LLC
Chlorhexidine Gluconate Oral Rinse USP, 0.12%, Alcohol Free, packaged in 15 mL unit does cups (barcode 7016602715), packaged in 50-count unit dose cups per carton, Rx only, Distributed by: Lohxa, Worcester, MA 01608, NDC 70166-027-15
Lohxa LLC
Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride Tablets, USP, 5 mg 30-count bottle, Rx Only, Distributed by: Marlex Pharmceuticals, Inc. New Castle, DE 19720. NDC 10135-0639-30
InvaTech Pharma Solutions, LLC
REGENECARE HA (Lidocaine HCL 2%) Topical Anesthetic Hydrogel, Net Wt. 3 oz. (85 g), Manufactured For: MPM Medical Mesquite, TX 75149. NDC 66977-107-03
MPM Medical LLC
Olympus Ultrasound Endoscope, Model number: GF-UCT140P-AL5 - Product Usage: used with other supporting equipment for endoscopic real-time ultrasound imaging and endoscopic surgery within the gastrointestinal tract.
Olympus Corporation of the Americas
CME America T-Syringe Pump - T34 - Product Usage: infusion of medications or fluids requiring continuous or intermittent delivery at precisely-controlled infusion rates through clinically acceptable routes of administration, including intravenous, subcutaneous, percutaneous, intra-arterial, epidural, in close proximity to nerves, and into an intra-operative site (soft tissue/body cavity/surgical wound site).
CME America, LLC
Olympus Ultrasound Endoscope, Model number: GF-UC160P-OL5 - Product Usage: used for diagnostic ultrasound imaging or fluid flow analysis of the human body.
Olympus Corporation of the Americas
CAS-930A Flat Panel Monitor (FPD) used in conjunction with the Canon Interventional Angiography System, Model numbers: Infinix-8000C and Infinix-8000H - Product Usage: This device is a digital radiography/fluoroscopy system used in a diagnostic and interventional angiography configuration. The system is indicated for use in diagnostic and angiographic procedures for blood vessels in the heart, brain, abdomen and lower extremities.
Canon Medical System, USA, INC.
CME America T-Syringe Pump - T34L PCA - Product Usage: infusion of medications or fluids requiring continuous or intermittent delivery at precisely-controlled infusion rates through clinically acceptable routes of administration, including intravenous, subcutaneous, percutaneous, intra-arterial, epidural, in close proximity to nerves, and into an intra-operative site (soft tissue/body cavity/surgical wound site).
CME America, LLC
Yukon OCT Spinal System Yukon Anti-Torque Alignment Tube - Product Usage: The Anti-Torque Alignment Tube (the Alignment Tube ) provides counter rotation to reduce the torque applied to the anatomy when the size 15 Torque limiting shaft (the shaft is used to tighten the Yukon Set Screw to the specified torque.
K2M, Inc
Olympus Ultrasound Endoscope, Model number: GF-UE160-AL5 - Product Usage: used for endoscopic ultrasonic imaging of the gastrointestinal wall, bile and pancreatic ducts and surrounding organs.
Olympus Corporation of the Americas
6PLUS1 Multilevel Saliva Calibrator Set Cortisol Cortisone in Saliva, Order No. 73039 - Product Usage: The kit is used as a test for patients to monitor their cortisol and cortisone levels.
Chromsystems Instruments & Chemicals GmbH
B. Braun Introcan Safety IV Catheters, Product codes REF 4252500-01 4252519-01 4252535-01 4252560-01 4252586-01 4251890-01 4252535-01 4252586-01 4251644-01
Janus Trade Group
CME America T-Syringe Pump - Neofeed - Product Usage: infusion of medications or fluids requiring continuous or intermittent delivery at precisely-controlled infusion rates through clinically acceptable routes of administration, including intravenous, subcutaneous, percutaneous, intra-arterial, epidural, in close proximity to nerves, and into an intra-operative site (soft tissue/body cavity/surgical wound site).
CME America, LLC
The Biomeme SARS-CoV-2 Real-Time RT-PCR Test is a molecular in vitro diagnostic test that is based on widely used nucleic acid amplification technology. The Biomeme SARS-CoV-2 Real-Time RT-PCR Test contains primers and probes and internal controls used in RT-PCR for the in vitro qualitative detection of SARS-CoV-2 RNA in upper respiratory specimens. The Biomeme SARS-CoV-2 Real-Time RT-PCR Test utilizes Biomemes M1 Sample Prep Cartridge for RNA extraction, Biomemes SARS-CoV-2 Go-Strips assay, a
Biomeme, Inc.
REF MC330209 6' (15 cm) Appx 0.09 ml, Smallbore Trifuse Ext Set w/3 MicroClave Clear, 0.2 Micron Filter, 1.2 Micron Filter, 3 Clamps (Blue, Yellow, White), Rotating Luer - Product Usage: The intravascular administration set is a single use, sterile, non-pyrogenic device, which provides access for the administration of fluids from a container to a patient s vascular system through the administration set s needle catheter (which is inserted into a vein). Directions for Use: icumedical IV Exten
ICU Medical, Inc.
Luminesse ML PMMA, 98x20mm, REF: 5336-B1 - Product Usage: used as a milling blank in the fabrication of provisional crowns and bridges. All blanks are solely used by a Trained Dental Technician or on the order of a dental professional.
Talladium Inc
MiniMed 670G, insulin pump, Ref/Model # MMT-1760KPK, MMT-1762KCN, MMT-1762WWK - Product Usage: indicated for continuous or periodic monitoring of glucose levels in the fluid under the skin, and detecting possible low and high glucose episodes. When using a sensor and transmitter, the pump displays continuous sensor glucose values and stores this data so that it can be analyzed to track patterns and improve diabetes management. This data can be uploaded to a computer for analysis of historical gl
Medtronic Inc.
MassChrom Cortisol, Cortisone Saliva Control Level II, Order No. 0350 - Product Usage: The kit is used as a test for patients to monitor their cortisol and cortisone levels.
Chromsystems Instruments & Chemicals GmbH
Olympus Ultrasound Endoscope, Model number :GF-UM20 - Product Usage: used with other supporting equipment for endoscopic real-time ultrasound imaging and endoscopic surgery within the gastrointestinal tract.
Olympus Corporation of the Americas
Olympus Ultrasound Endoscope, Model number: GF-UMQ130 - Product Usage: used with an Olympus Endoscopic Ultrasound Center, EVIS Video System Center, light source, documentation equipment, video monitor, Endo-Therapy accessories and other ancillary equipment for endoscopic ultrasound imaging of the gastrointestinal wall, biliary and pancreatic duct, and surrounding organs.
Olympus Corporation of the Americas
Olympus Ultrasound Endoscope, Model number: GF-UCT180 - Product Usage: used with an Olympus universal endoscopic ultrasound center or a diagnostic system (ALOKA CO. LTD), video system center, light source, documentation equipment, monitor, EndoTherapy accessories and other ancillary equipment.
Olympus Corporation of the Americas
CME America T-Syringe Pump - Ameritus 1st Enteral Pump - Product Usage: infusion of medications or fluids requiring continuous or intermittent delivery at precisely-controlled infusion rates through clinically acceptable routes of administration, including intravenous, subcutaneous, percutaneous, intra-arterial, epidural, in close proximity to nerves, and into an intra-operative site (soft tissue/body cavity/surgical wound site).
CME America, LLC
Regard - Product Usage: Obstetric Gynecologic specialized manual instrument. Labor and delivery kits.
ROi CPS LLC
Invacare PerfectO2 V Oxygen Concentrator- intended for patients with respiratory disorders requiring supplemental oxygen Model Numbers: IRC5PO2V (US), IRC5PO2VC (Canada), All World: IRC5PO2VAW, IRC5PO2VAWL2, IRC5PO2VAWL3, IRC5PO2VAWL4, IRC5PO2VAWL5
Invacare Corporation
MX60ET (enhanced enVista Toric) enVista¿ One-Piece Hydrophobic Acrylic Toric Model MX60ET - Product Usage: The lens is intended for placement in the capsular bag.
Bausch & Lomb Surgical, Inc.
Olympus Ultrasound Endoscope, Model number: GF-UCT160-OL5 - Product Usage: used for diagnostic ultrasound imaging or fluid flow analysis of the human body.
Olympus Corporation of the Americas
MiniMed 640G, insulin pump, Ref/Model # MMT-1711K, MMT-1752K, MMT-1752, Rx Only - Product Usage: indicated for the continuous delivery of insulin, at set and variable rates, for the management of diabetes mellitus in persons requiring insulin.
Medtronic Inc.
BD Ultra-Fine Pen Needles 32G x 4mm (5/32' )-intended for parenteral administration of a drug from a cartridge contained in a drug pen injector Catalog Number: 320122
Becton Dickinson & Company
PROCEED Surgical Mesh Hernia Mesh Oval, 15 cm x 20 cm
Ethicon, Inc.
MassChrom Cortisol, Cortisone Saliva Control Level I, Order No. 0349 - Product Usage: The kit is used as a test for patients to monitor their cortisol and cortisone levels.
Chromsystems Instruments & Chemicals GmbH
Capnostream 35 Portable Respiratory Monitor, Product numbers PM35MN02, PM35MN01, PM35MN05, DLPM35MN02 - Product Usage: use during both no motion and motion conditions and for patients who are well or poorly perfused.
Covidien Llc
Olympus Ultrasound Endoscope, Model number: GF-UM130 - Product Usage: used with an Olympus Endoscopic Ultrasound Center, EVIS Video System Center, light source, documentation equipment, video monitor, Endo-Therapy accessories and other ancillary equipment for endoscopic ultrasound imaging of the gastrointestinal wall, biliary and pancreatic duct, and surrounding organs.
Olympus Corporation of the Americas
Olympus Ultrasound Endoscope, Model Number: GF-UCT140-AL5 - Product Usage: used with other supporting equipment for endoscopic real-time ultrasound imaging and endoscopic surgery within the gastrointestinal tract.
Olympus Corporation of the Americas
CME America T-Syringe Pump - NeoThrive - Product Usage: infusion of medications or fluids requiring continuous or intermittent delivery at precisely-controlled infusion rates through clinically acceptable routes of administration, including intravenous, subcutaneous, percutaneous, intra-arterial, epidural, in close proximity to nerves, and into an intra-operative site (soft tissue/body cavity/surgical wound site).
CME America, LLC
CME America T-Syringe Pump -T34L - Product Usage: infusion of medications or fluids requiring continuous or intermittent delivery at precisely-controlled infusion rates through clinically acceptable routes of administration, including intravenous, subcutaneous, percutaneous, intra-arterial, epidural, in close proximity to nerves, and into an intra-operative site (soft tissue/body cavity/surgical wound site).
CME America, LLC
ACCEL ELISA COVID-19 for the detection of total antibodies to SARS-CoV-2 Catalog AE301U Kit lots: PXCOV073020, PXCOV081220 Expiration dates: January 18, 2021 and January 26, 2021
VEO DIAGNOSTICS, LLC
MiniMed 630G with SmartGuard, insulin pump, Ref/Model # MMT-1754K, MMT-1714K, MMT-1755K - Product Usage: intended for continuous delivery of basal insulin (at user selectable rates) and administration of insulin boluses (in user selectable amounts) for the management of diabetes mellitus in persons, fourteen years of age and older, requiring insulin.
Medtronic Inc.
BladderScan Prime Plus Probe REF 0570-0395 - Product Usage: intended to be used for measuring the urine volume in the bladder noninvasively.
Verathon, Inc.
Olympus Ultrasound Endoscope, Model number: GF-UM160 - Product Usage: used for diagnostic ultrasound imaging or fluid flow analysis of the human body.
Olympus Corporation of the Americas
Black & Decker Recalls CRAFTSMAN 10-Inch Corded Chain Saws Due to Laceration Hazard
Burley Recalls Child Bicycle Seats Due to Crash Hazard
Fiskars Brands Recalls 16 Foot Pole Saw/Pruners Due to Laceration Hazard
Goal Zero Recalls Power Supplies Due to Fire Hazard
GrillBlazer Recalls Propane Torch Guns Due to Fire Hazard
L G Sourcing Recalls to Repair Electric Fireplaces Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Lowe's Stores
Easy Top Enterprises LTD, of China
Neptune Benson Recalls Delta Ultra-Violet Generators For Pools and Spas Due to Fire Hazard
Neptune Benson, of Warwick, Rhode Island (after August 2016)
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.