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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 10 critical, 39 moderate, and 1 lower-severity recalls. The page references 20 distinct recalling firms operating in 6 distinct product categories, with 40 of 50 records disclosing affected-unit counts. Issuing-agency distribution on this slice leans toward FDA Devices (22), FDA Food (16), NHTSA (5), 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 Jun 9, 2021

10 GAUGE DRILL STERILE. For use in Orthopedic / spinal procedures.

Zavation

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 9, 2021

10G BEVELED TROCAR/CANNULA. For use in Orthopedic / spinal procedures.

Zavation

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 9, 2021

ZVplasty Direct Bipedicular Bone Access Kit with Drill, 11 Gauge, REF VCF-DDBAK-11. For use in Orthopedic / spinal procedures.

Zavation

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 9, 2021

10G SINGLE CEMENT DELIVERY KIT (5 FILLERS). For use in Orthopedic / spinal procedures.

Zavation

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 9, 2021

10G DIRECT SINGLE - ACCESS, CODE INTVM-DSBAK. For use in Orthopedic / spinal procedures.

Zavation

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 9, 2021

ZVplasty Biopsy Device, 10 Gauge, REF VCF-1010. For use in Orthopedic / spinal procedures.

Zavation

FDA Devices Critical Jun 9, 2021

Alaris Infusion Pump Module, Model 8100, serviced/repaired by The Biomed Guys, with the impacted bezel repair part, TIPA-8100-4410 / Alaris 8100 Beze…

The Biomed Guys

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 9, 2021

ZVplasty 10G, FLEX KYPHOPLASTY, REF VCF-1015-FLEX. For use in Orthopedic / spinal procedures.

Zavation

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 9, 2021

10 GAUGE CEMENT DELIVERY CANNULA, INTVM-CDC. For use in Orthopedic / spinal procedures.

Zavation

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 9, 2021

BRILLIANCE VOLUME system - A Computed Tomography X-Ray System intended to produce images of the head and body. Model Number: 728306

Philips North America Llc

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 9, 2021

ZVplasty Unipedicular Cement Delivery Cannula Kit, 10 Gauge, REF VCG-SCDK. For use in Orthopedic / spinal procedures.

Zavation

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 9, 2021

10G DIRECT SINGLE BONE ACCESS KIT. For use in Orthopedic / spinal procedures.

Zavation

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 9, 2021

ZVplasty, Bipedicular Cement Delivery Cannula Kit, 10 Gauge, REF VCF-DCDK. For use in Orthopedic / spinal procedures.

Zavation

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 9, 2021

ZVplasty 10G, 15mm, Additional Level Kit, REF VCF-1015-1A. For use in Orthopedic / spinal procedures.

Zavation

FDA Devices Critical Jun 9, 2021

Leccurate SARS-CoV-2, Antigen Rapid Test Kit (Colloidal Gold Immunochromatography), 1 test, IVD. for the qualitative detection of antigen SARS-CoV-2…

LEPU MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY (BEIJING) CO., LTD

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 9, 2021

10 GAUGE DIRECT UNILATERAL STYLET(1 X DIAMOND 1 X BEVEL), INTVM-DSSKBD. For use in Orthopedic / spinal procedures.

Zavation

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 9, 2021

ZVplasty Direct Access Diamond Tip Trocar, 11 Gauge, REF VCF-1023-11. For use in Orthopedic / spinal procedures.

Zavation

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 9, 2021

ZVPlasty, 11G, 15mm Traditional Bipedicular Kit, REF VCF-1115-2. For use in Orthopedic / spinal procedures.

Zavation

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 9, 2021

VERTEBREX SINGLE BALLOON KIT, REF VBRX-20-SBK-10. For use in Orthopedic / spinal procedures.

Zavation

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 9, 2021

OsteoFlex BONE CEMENT, REF Numbers: a) INTV-OSFL b) INTV-OSFL-LV. For use in Orthopedic / spinal procedures.

Zavation

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 9, 2021

ZVplasty 10G, 15mm Single Balloon Kit, REF VCF-SBK. For use in Orthopedic / spinal procedures.

Zavation

FDA Devices Moderate Jun 9, 2021

10G DIRECT SINGLE BONE ACCESS KIT. For use in Orthopedic / spinal procedures.

Zavation

CPSC Moderate Jun 9, 2021

CamelBak Recalls Caps Sold with Podium and Peak Fitness Water Bottles Due to Choking Hazard

CPSC Moderate Jun 9, 2021

Non-Contact Voltage Testers Recalled by Klein Tools Due to Shock Hazard

NHTSA Critical Jun 8, 2021

LAND ROVER 2020-2022: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS

LAND ROVER

NHTSA Moderate Jun 7, 2021

HONDA 2022: SEATS

HONDA

CPSC Moderate Jun 3, 2021

Fisher-Price Recalls 4-in-1 Rock 'n Glide Soothers After Four Infant Deaths; 2-in-1 Soothe 'n Play Gliders Also Recalled

Fisher-Price, of East Aurora, N.Y.

CPSC Moderate Jun 3, 2021

Kalorik Recalls Electric Steakhouse Grills Due to Shock Hazard (Recall Alert)

NHTSA Critical Jun 3, 2021

LAND ROVER 2020-2021: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)

LAND ROVER

NHTSA Critical Jun 3, 2021

CHEVROLET,GMC 2019: TIRES

CHEVROLET,GMC

NHTSA Critical Jun 3, 2021

CADILLAC,GMC 2021: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

CADILLAC,GMC

FDA Food Critical Jun 2, 2021

Sara Lee Pecan Pie 4oz. retail packaged UPC 032100051118, 24 and 48 count wholesale case; Chef Pierre Southern Pecan Pie, 10 slices, 36oz. retail pac…

SARA LEE FROZEN FOODS

FDA Food Moderate Jun 2, 2021

Brew Dr. Uplift Blueberry Raspberry Yerba Mate Guayusa, Green Tea, Natural Caffeine With Probiotics. 12/16 oz. aluminum cans per cardboard flat. UPC…

BREW DR KOMBUCHA LLC

FDA Food Moderate Jun 2, 2021

10194739 TranSmart" 12 INCH CHOCOLATE CHIP MESSAGE COOKIE 24/24 OUNCE CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES IN BAKEABLE PLASTIC PANS WITH DOMES KEEP FROZEN AT 0¿F O…

Brill Inc

FDA Food Low Jun 2, 2021

Dole Yellow cling Peach Slices in 100% Fruit Juice. Snack & Store Fridge Pack. Net Wt 15 oz. (425g). UPC 38900-00642. Manufactured for Dole Pac…

Dole Packaged Foods, LLC

FDA Food Critical Jun 2, 2021

Xtra Butter Microwave Popcorn bags packaged in cardboard boxes labeled to be Jolly Time Healthy Pop 100's Kettle Corn 100 Calorie Singles, 3 1.2 oz (…

American Pop Corn Co

FDA Food Critical Jun 2, 2021

Torn Ranch Organic Dark Chocolate Blueberries 18oz. resealable bags UPC: 036412020169 Item code: 2016-18-CW Produced by Torn Ranch Petaluma, CA 949…

Torn Ranch LLC.

FDA Food Moderate Jun 2, 2021

10233579 JUMBO CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIE 12 / 12 INCH BAKED CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES KEEP FROZEN Net weight: 17.04 lb (7.73 kg)

Brill Inc

FDA Food Critical Jun 2, 2021

Robinson Fresh, Turnip Greens, 1lb. packages / Bags, 8 packages per case , Perishable/Keep Refrigerated . BEST IF USED BY 04/26/21 .

Safeway Fresh Foods LLC

FDA Food Moderate Jun 2, 2021

Minnesota Minnestrone Soup, UPC 91675-08000, The Secret Garden, Park Rapids, MN 56470

The Secret Garden of Park Rapids, Inc.

FDA Food Moderate Jun 2, 2021

Brew Dr. Uplift Blood Orange Lemon, Yerba Mate *Guayusa * Green Tea, Natural Caffeine With Probiotics. 12/16 oz. aluminum cans per cardboard flat. UP…

BREW DR KOMBUCHA LLC

FDA Food Moderate Jun 2, 2021

Garden Cut Coleslaw W/ Carrot Organic, 1lb plastic clamshell, UPC 053495081016, 4 1lb retail units per wholesale case. Item number: CACO41L / 17671

Indianapolis Fruit Company, Inc.

FDA Food Moderate Jun 2, 2021

6" Round Croissant Crust 100 Count Bulk, frozen, Net Weight: 6.25 lbs. Croissant Etc. Corp., Greendale, WI 53129

Croissant Etc Corp

FDA Food Moderate Jun 2, 2021

10239710: 12" BAKED CHOCOLATE CHIP MESSAGE COOKIE 14 / 22 oz BAKED CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES KEEP FROZEN AT 0¿F OR BELOW Net weight 19.25 lb (8.73 kg) (…

Brill Inc

FDA Food Moderate Jun 2, 2021

Wild Rice Split Pea Soup, UPC 91675-71000, The Secret Garden, Park Rapids, MN 56470

The Secret Garden of Park Rapids, Inc.

FDA Food Moderate Jun 2, 2021

Wild Rice Tomato Soup, UPC 91675-31004, The Secret Garden, Park Rapids, MN 56470

The Secret Garden of Park Rapids, Inc.

FDA Food Moderate Jun 2, 2021

Brew Dr. Uplift Mango Passionfruit, Yerba Mate *Guayusa * Green Tea, Natural Caffeine With Probiotics. 12/16 oz. aluminum cans per cardboard flat. UP…

BREW DR KOMBUCHA LLC

FDA Drug Moderate Jun 2, 2021

Edarbi (azilsartan medoxomil) tablets 80 mg 30 Tablets Rx Only NDC 60631-080-30 Manufactured for: arbor Pharmaceuticals Atlanta, GA 30328

Cardinal Health Inc.

FDA Drug Moderate Jun 2, 2021

xigduo XR (dapgliflozin/metformin HCl extended-release) tablets 10 mg/1000 mg 30 Tablets Rx only NDC 0310-6280-30 Manufactured for: AstraZeneca Pharm…

Cardinal Health Inc.

FDA Drug Moderate Jun 2, 2021

Belbuca (buprenorphine hydrochloride) buccal film 300 mcg 60 pouches containing 1 buccal film each Rx only NDC 59385-023-60 Manufactured for: BioDeli…

Cardinal Health Inc.

Nearby Recall Years

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

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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