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2021 Recalls

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2021 Recall Year Insight

Federal agencies issued 4,225 product recalls indexed by PlainRecalls in calendar year 2021. That represents about 5.03% of the 83,949 total recalls we track from 1995 through the present, and averages roughly 11.6 recalls per day across the FDA, CPSC, NHTSA, and USDA FSIS 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 85 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 2021.

On this page of 50 records, severity classification shows 6 critical, 41 moderate, and 3 lower-severity recalls. The page references 25 distinct recalling firms operating in 7 distinct product categories, with 48 of 50 records disclosing affected-unit counts. Issuing-agency distribution on this slice leans toward FDA Drug (19), FDA Devices (15), FDA Food (12), 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 2021 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, NHTSA, or USDA FSIS for the system-of-record on any specific recall. PlainRecalls indexes this archive for research and consumer awareness purposes.

FDA Devices Moderate Oct 13, 2021

TRULIANT Knee System including TRULIANT Tibial Inserts, also labeled as the following: a. TRULIANT CR Tibial Inserts; b. TRULIANT CR Slope …

Exactech, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Oct 13, 2021

Medtronic Bio-Medicus Insertion Kits, Model number 96553, Pediatric Insertion Kit, Sterile; and Model number 96551, Venous Insertion Kit, Sterile.

Medtronic Perfusion Systems

FDA Devices Moderate Oct 13, 2021

Zoll, REF: 8700-0783-03 (IC-4593AE) QUATTRO Intravascular Heat Exchange Catheter Kit, with central venous infusion capabilities (3 lumens), Sterile E…

ZOLL Circulation, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Oct 13, 2021

OPTETRAK Comprehensive Knee System custom devices labeled as the following: a. CUSTOM OPTETRAK ANGLED PS INSERT (Product Line: 900-06-XX, 900-08-…

Exactech, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Oct 13, 2021

Zoll, REF 8700-000867-01, Quattro IVTM Disposable Pack and Start UP Kit (6 ft.)

ZOLL Circulation, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Oct 13, 2021

Flower E-Kit, Advanced-Bone Fixation Fasterner-Fixation of Ref: EWK 201

Flower Orthopedics Corporation

FDA Devices Critical Oct 13, 2021

Ultra-Myossage Lotion 1-gallon bottle, REF: 4262; Myossage Lotion 1-gallon bottle, REF: 4210, located in the following DJO, LLC / DJO FRANCE kits:

DJO, LLC

FDA Devices Moderate Oct 13, 2021

ATTUNE Revision Tibial Augment Size 7/8 5mm- intended for knee joint replacement Part Code:152307001

DePuy Orthopaedics, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Oct 13, 2021

ZOLL, REF 8700-0793-01 (SL-2593) Premium Access Kit SOLEX 7, Intravascular Heat Exchange catheter Kit, with central venous infusion capabilities (3 l…

ZOLL Circulation, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Oct 13, 2021

ZOLL, REF: 8700-0781-01 (CL-2295), COOL LINE, Intravascular Heat Exchange Catheter Kit Applause Custom Luer Heparin, STERILE EO, Rx only, UDI: (01)00…

ZOLL Circulation, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Oct 13, 2021

ZOLL, REF 8700-0781-14 (CL-2295CO), COOL LINE Intravascular Heat Exchange Catheter kit with central venous infusion capabilities (3 lumens), HEPARIN …

ZOLL Circulation, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Oct 13, 2021

OPTETRAK Comprehensive Knee System, labeled as the following: a. OPTETRAK All-polyethylene CR Tibial Components, with Product Line Numbers: 200-1…

Exactech, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Oct 13, 2021

Scan Abutment SU, Cat. No. 30-70104 - Product Usage: used to take an impression with an intra oral scanner or optical scanner to provide a digital r…

Paltop Advanced Dental Solutions Ltd

FDA Devices Moderate Oct 13, 2021

Zoll REF: 8700-0782-40 (IC-3893AE), ICY Intravascular Heat Exchange Catheter Kit with central venous infusion capabilities (3 lumens),HEPARIN COATED,…

ZOLL Circulation, Inc.

FDA Devices Critical Oct 13, 2021

GEL CONDUCTOR, Description/REF: 5 LITER W/DISP/4238, 24-8.5OZ BOTTLES/4248, 5 LITER/4266, distributed by DJO, LLC / DJO FRANCE in the following kits,…

DJO, LLC

CPSC Moderate Oct 13, 2021

Specialized Bicycle Components Recalls Tarmac SL7 Bicycles and Framesets Due to Fall and Injury Hazards

NHTSA Moderate Oct 13, 2021

GENESIS,HYUNDAI 2021-2022: SEAT BELTS:FRONT

GENESIS,HYUNDAI

CPSC Moderate Oct 7, 2021

Joovy Recalls Zoom 360 Ultralight Jogging Strollers Due to Fall Hazard (Recall Alert)

NHTSA Critical Oct 7, 2021

BUICK,CHEVROLET 2008-2017: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

BUICK,CHEVROLET

FDA Food Critical Oct 6, 2021

Velvet Ice Cream Raspberry Fudge Cordial 1.75 quarts (56oz) 6 quarts per case

Velvet Ice Cream Company

FDA Food Critical Oct 6, 2021

Vanilla Flavor Imitation (White), Net Contents 128 FL. OZS. (1 Gallon)

Medina Baking and Powder Products, Inc.

FDA Food Low Oct 6, 2021

Dairy Free Co. Dollup Lama Sour & Creamy Cashew Topping 4oz, 6 containers per case

Central Kitchen Food Hub

FDA Food Moderate Oct 6, 2021

Driscoll's Only the Finest Berries - Blueberries/ Bluets 6 oz. and 1 pt. plastic clamshell containers. Product of Peru

Driscoll's Inc.

FDA Food Moderate Oct 6, 2021

Little Debbie Mini Nutty Buddy Cookie Bites Sandwich Cookies 2.5oz plastic packaging 72 pouches per case

Mckee Foods Corporation

FDA Food Moderate Oct 6, 2021

De Wafelbakkers 18 ct Buttermilk Pancakes NET WT 1 lb. 8.7 oz. (703g) KEEP FROZEN packaged in clear flexible plastic UPC 679844104573

De Wafelbakkers, LLC

FDA Food Moderate Oct 6, 2021

Enrico Biscotti - Cranberry Pistachio Biscotti 8 ounce bags 6 bags per case

The Enrico Biscotti Company

FDA Food Moderate Oct 6, 2021

Ferretts IPS Iron Liquid Dietary Supplement Iron Protein Succinylate 40 mg (elemental iron) / 15 mL 8 oz. White Round PET 24/410 bottle

Monarch PCM, LLC

FDA Food Moderate Oct 6, 2021

Enrico Biscotti - Anise Almond Biscotti 8 ounce bags 6 bags per case

The Enrico Biscotti Company

FDA Food Low Oct 6, 2021

Crunchy Cones, Chocolate, 12, NET WT 40oz (113g)

Borinquen Cones of Puerto Rico, Inc.

FDA Food Critical Oct 6, 2021

Chocolate Flavor, 1 QT

Medina Baking and Powder Products, Inc.

FDA Food Moderate Oct 6, 2021

HEB Jumbo Stuffed Shells; Jumbo Shells Filled with Creamy Ricotta and Romano Cheese; NET WT. 22 OZ (1 LB 6OZ) 624g

SEVIROLI FOODSVERTULLO IMPORTS

FDA Drug Moderate Oct 6, 2021

ceFAZolin, 2 G/20 mL in Sterile Water, 20 mL Sterile Syringe for Injection, IntegraDose Compounding Services, LLC, 719 Kasota Ave SE, Minneapolis, MN…

IntegraDose Compounding Services LLC

FDA Drug Moderate Oct 6, 2021

Occular Allergy Blend 87% Alcohol; In Equal Parts of Apis Mellifica 7x Allium Cepa 7x Euphrasia Officinalis 7X Sabadilla 7X, WHP Homeopathic Medicine…

Washington Homeopathic Products, Inc.

FDA Drug Moderate Oct 6, 2021

Neutrogena Invisible Daily defense body spray sunscreen BROAD SPECTRUM SPF 60+, Avobenzone (3%), Homosalate (10%), Octisalate (5%), Octocrylene (10%)…

Johnson & Johnson Consumer, Inc.

FDA Drug Moderate Oct 6, 2021

Neutrogena Beach Defense water + sun protection sunscreen spray BROAD SPECTRUM SPF 30, Avobenzone (3%), Homosalate (8%), Octisalate (5%), Octocrylene…

Johnson & Johnson Consumer, Inc.

FDA Drug Moderate Oct 6, 2021

Testosterone Cypionate Testosterone Propionate, 180mg/mL, 20mg/mL, 1 mL vial, Rx only, New Vitalis Pharmacy 4139 Cadillac Ct # 201 Louisville, KY 40…

New Vitalis Pharmacy LLC dba New Vitalis Pharmacy

FDA Drug Moderate Oct 6, 2021

Aconitum nap Fear* Sucrose/Lactose Pills HPUS: 4X, 5X, 6X,15X, packaged in 1 oz containers, Aconitum nap Fear* Sucrose/Lactose Pills HPUS: 4X, 7X, 12…

Washington Homeopathic Products, Inc.

FDA Drug Moderate Oct 6, 2021

Neutrogena Beach Defense water+sun protection sunscreen spray BROAD SPECTRUM SPF 50, Avobenzone (3%), Homosalate (10%), Octisalate (5%), Octocrylene …

Johnson & Johnson Consumer, Inc.

FDA Drug Moderate Oct 6, 2021

Neutrogena Ultra Sheer body mist sunscreen BROAD SPECTRUM SPF 30, Avobenzone (3%), Homosalate (8%), Octisalate (5%), Octocrylene (8%), Net Wt. 5.0 O…

Johnson & Johnson Consumer, Inc.

FDA Drug Moderate Oct 6, 2021

ZTE-105 Formula Gentle Detoxing. Contents 1000 mL, RX Only, REMEDY: Bryoni Alba 10X, Chelidonium Majus 10X, Carduus Marianus 10X, Dolichos Pruriens 1…

Washington Homeopathic Products, Inc.

FDA Drug Moderate Oct 6, 2021

Neutrogena COOLDRY SPORT sunscreen spray BROAD SPECTRUM SPF 50, Avobenzone (3%), Homosalate (10%), Octisalate (5%), Octocrylene (10%), NET WT 5.0 OZ …

Johnson & Johnson Consumer, Inc.

FDA Drug Moderate Oct 6, 2021

ZTE-1034 Formula Antimicrobial Bowel. Contents 1000ml. WHP Homeopathic Medicine, For Manufacturing Use Only, REMEDY: Arsenicum Album 10X, Baptisia Ti…

Washington Homeopathic Products, Inc.

FDA Drug Moderate Oct 6, 2021

Verbena Officinalis 6X, Nervousness* Sucrose/Lactose Pills, Packaged 2 Dram, WHP Homeopathic Medicine, Washington Hoemopathis Producs, 260 JR Hawverm…

Washington Homeopathic Products, Inc.

FDA Drug Moderate Oct 6, 2021

Humulus 6X, 15X, Sucrose/Lactose Pills, 6X Packaged as a) 4dr, UPC 7 40640 33969 5; 15X Packaged as b) 4 dr; WHP Homeopathic Medicine. Washington Hom…

Washington Homeopathic Products, Inc.

FDA Drug Moderate Oct 6, 2021

Neutrogena Beach Defense water+sun protection sunscreen spray BROAD SPECTRUM SPF 100, Avobenzone (3%), Homosalate (15%), Octisalate (5%), Octocrylene…

Johnson & Johnson Consumer, Inc.

FDA Drug Low Oct 6, 2021

CVS Health Daytime Severe Cold & Flu Relief Single-Use Vials Mixed Berry Flavor 8 Pre-Measured Vials 0.51 FL OZ (15 mL) Each 4.06 FL OZ (120 mL) Tota…

New Vision Pharmaceuticals LLC

FDA Drug Moderate Oct 6, 2021

Neutrogena COOLDRY SPORT WITH MICROMESH SUNSCREEN SPRAY Broad Spectrum SPF 50, Avobenzone 2.7%, Homosalate 5%, Octisalate 4.5%, Octocrylene 6%, Oxybe…

Johnson & Johnson Consumer, Inc.

FDA Drug Moderate Oct 6, 2021

Kali Sulphuricum 3X, 960ml 20% Alcohol, WHP Homeopathic Medicine, For Manufacturing Use Only. Manufactured by Washington Homeopathic Products 260JR h…

Washington Homeopathic Products, Inc.

FDA Drug Moderate Oct 6, 2021

Morphine Sulfate Injection, USP, 2 mg per mL, 1 mL single dose vial, Rx only, Fresenius Kabi, Lake Zurich, IL 60047, NDC 63323-452-01. 25 vials per …

Fresenius Kabi USA LLC

FDA Drug Moderate Oct 6, 2021

ZTE-1035 Formula, Antimicrobial Combination, Contents 1006 ml, REMEDY: Arsenicum Album 10X, Baptista Tinctoria 10X, Phosphorus 10X, Arnica Montana 10…

Washington Homeopathic Products, Inc.

Nearby Recall Years

Browse recalls from adjacent calendar years to see how federal enforcement volume has shifted over time.

Compare 2021 with 2020 →

Data Sources

  • Source: FDA openFDA Enforcement API — calendar-year recall filings for food, drugs, and devices
  • Source: CPSC + NHTSA + USDA FSIS — consumer product, vehicle, and meat/poultry recall feeds for 2021