2021 Recalls
5,231 federal recalls indexed for 2021 · Page 53 of 105
2021 Recall Year Insight
Federal agencies issued 5,231 product recalls indexed by PlainRecalls in calendar year 2021. That represents about 5.01% of the 104,423 total recalls we track from 1995 through the present, and averages roughly 14.3 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 105 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 25 critical, 25 moderate, and 0 lower-severity recalls. The page references 22 distinct recalling firms operating in 7 distinct product categories, with 41 of 50 records disclosing affected-unit counts. Issuing-agency distribution on this slice leans toward FDA Food (33), NHTSA (9), FDA Devices (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 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, USDA FSIS, or NHTSA for the system-of-record on any specific recall. PlainRecalls indexes this archive for research and consumer awareness purposes.
Edwards TruWave (3 cc)/VAMP Jr 48 in (120 cm) Kit, REF: PXVJ356, Pressure Monitoring Set, RX Only, CE, Sterile EO, Sterilized using ethylene Oxide, UDI: (01) 57460691954507
Edwards Lifesciences, LLC
MaxPlusTM bi fuse extension set with 2 clear needleless connectors - Product Usage: The needleless connector can be used for direct injection, intermittent infusion, continuous infusion, or aspiration.
CAREFUSION
PORTEX UNLTRperc Percutaneous Dilation Tracheostomy Kit, REF 100/596/090 - Product Usage: intended for use in a controlled setting such as an Intensive Care Unit or operating room with the assistance of trained personnel.
Smiths Medical ASD Inc.
Physician Order Form (PL-15400-00, Nov. 2018) distributed to end user used with the following: Prometra Programmable Infusion Pump System: MODEL/CATALOG #(s): Catalog No. US Model GTIN-14 11827 Prometra Programmable 20mL Pump 00810335020082 13827 Prometra II Programmable 20mLPump 00810335020228 16827 Prometra II Programmable 40mLPump 00810335020242
Flowonix Medical Inc
One Twenty Clothing Company Recalls "Sovereign Athletic" Children's Robes Due to Violation of Federal Flammability Standard and Burn Hazard
Shanghai Unitex Apparel, of Shanghai, China
FREIGHTLINER,MERCEDES-BENZ 2021: SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:RETRACTOR
FREIGHTLINER,MERCEDES-BENZ
Tyson Foods Inc. Recalls Ready-To-Eat Chicken Products Due to Possible Listeria Contamination
MERCEDES-BENZ 2018-2021: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
MERCEDES-BENZ
Rejuvenation Recalls Deep Frame Mirrors Due to Laceration and Injury Hazards (Recall Alert)
Rejuvenation Inc., of Portland, Ore., a division of Williams-Somona, Inc.
TBD Liquids Recalls Liquid Nicotine Products Due to Failure to Meet Child-Resistant Packaging Requirement; Risk of Poisoning (Recall Alert)
TBD Liquids LLC, of Santa Rosa, Calif.
CHEVROLET,GMC 2015-2016: AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN:INFLATOR
CHEVROLET,GMC
JAGUAR 2018: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
JAGUAR
LAND ROVER 2021: SEATS
LAND ROVER
GMC 2021: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
GMC
CHEVROLET,GMC 2017-2019: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ENGINE BLOCK HEATER
CHEVROLET,GMC
CHEVROLET 2021: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
CHEVROLET
MAZDA 2004-2007: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
MAZDA
Banner Smoked Fish Inc. brand Sliced Gravlax (Salmon (fish), Salt, Sugar, Dill, Pepper, Sodium Nitrite)
Banner Smoked Fish Inc.
Designed by Nature Cow's Milk Formula: 12 oz. plastic pouch. Easy to Digest, Nutritionally Alive, Developed for All Life Stages. For the Little Ones in Your Life. UPC: 0 19962 28421 2
Designed by Nature LLC
Clio Berry Acai flavored Less Sugar Yogurt Bar in a Chocolate Coating 45g x 10 Clio Retail 10-pack, UPC: 854021008244
Clio LLC
Banner Smoked Fish Inc. brand Sliced Gravad Lox (Salmon, Salt, Dill weed, Pepper, Natural Hardwood Smoke, Sodium Nitrite)
Banner Smoked Fish Inc.
Banner Smoked Fish Inc. brand Cold Smoked Tuna; Ingredients: Tuna, Salt, Sugar, Natural Wood Smoke
Banner Smoked Fish Inc.
Benz's Kansas City BBQ Pre-Sliced Smoked Salmon (Farm raised Atlantic Salmon (astaxanthin color added to feed), spices, salt, sugar, natural hardwood smoke, sodium nitrite)
Banner Smoked Fish Inc.
Banner Smoked Fish Inc. brand Sable (Black Cod, (fish), salt, garlic, natural wood smoke, sodium nitrite as a preservative
Banner Smoked Fish Inc.
Clio Expresso Greek Yogurt Bars wrapped in a Chocolate Coating 50g x 10 Clio Retail 10-pack, UPC code: 867155000244
Clio LLC
O'Brien's Own Gourmet Granola, busy bee's honey & oat, Net Wt. 12 OZ , UPC 6 09132 49667 7; Manufactured and Distributed by O'Brien's Own Gourmet Granola, Center Point, IA.
Browns Granola Company, LLC
a.) Irish Cured (Salmon, Salt, Sugar, Natural Woodsmoke) b.) Homarus brand Naturally Smoked Salmon Nova (Salmon (fish), salt, sugar, natural woodsmoke) c.) Banner Smoked Fish Inc. brand Kippered Salmon; Ingredients: Salmon (Fish), Salt, Sugar, Natural Wood Smoke) d.) Banner Smoked Fish Inc. brand Smoked Salmon Trim; Ingredients: Farm Raised Atlantic Salmon, Salt, Sugar & Smoke
Banner Smoked Fish Inc.
Clio Vanilla / Strawberry Club pack Greek Yogurt Bars wrapped in a Chocolate Coating 50g x 12 , 16pc tray, 24g x 24 (12pc tray), 55g x 16 (8pc tray). UPC codes: 854021008121, 854021008138, and 854021008022
Clio LLC
favorite day peanut butter monster Trail Mix, Product Number 04316. Peanuts, peanut butter chips, raisins, M&M'S peanut butter chocolate candies, peanut butter pretzel balls, and mini peanut butter cups. Net Wt 14 oz. (396g), UPC 85239-15684
John B. Sanfilippo & Son Inc.
a.) Banner Smoked Fish Inc. brand Sliced Smoked Scotch Style Salmon (Salmon, Salt, Sugar, Natural Wood Smoke, Sodium Nitrite) b.) Banner Smoked Fish Inc. brand Naturally Smoked Nova Salmon Bagel Cuts (Salmon, Salt, Sugar, Sodium Nitrite, Natural Hardwood Smoke) c.) Westside Market NYC brand Naturally Smoked Nova Salmon (Salmon, hardwood smoke, salt, sugar, sodium nitrite) d.) Banner Smoked Fish Inc. brand Sliced Smoked Norwegian Style Salmon, Center Slice (Smoked Salmon, Salt, Sugar, So
Banner Smoked Fish Inc.
Clio Vanilla Greek Yogurt Mini Bars wrapped in a Chocolate Coating 6.2oz pouch x 6 pouches per case, UPC: 854021008077
Clio LLC
Clio Greek Yogurt Bar wrapped in a Chocolate Coating 50g x 10 Clio Retail 10-pack, UPC: 867155000206
Clio LLC
Clio Coconut Greek Yogurt Bars wrapped in a Chocolate Coating 50g x 10 Clio Retail 10-pack, UPC: 854021008046
Clio LLC
favorite day peanut butter chocolate Trail Mix, Product Number 04315. Peanut butter cups, Milk Chocolate-covered cereal squares, peanuts, chocolate chips and Peanut Butter Chips. Net Wt 8 oz. (226g), UPC 85239-15683
John B. Sanfilippo & Son Inc.
a.) Marshall s Best brand Smoked Whitefish Salad; Ingredients: Smoked Whitefish (whitefish, salt, natural hardwood smoke), Mayonnaise (egg yok, soya oil, vinegar, sugar, salt, mustard, calcium disodium edta, Panko (Wheat Flour, Sugar, Yeast, Soybean Oil, Salt), Salt, Spice, Less Than 1/10 of 1% Potassium Sorbate and Sodium Benzoate) b.) Banner Smoked Fish Inc. brand Whitefish Salad; Ingredients: Ingredients: Smoked Whitefish (whitefish, salt, natural hardwood smoke), Mayonnaise (egg yok, soya
Banner Smoked Fish Inc.
Tight! Xtreme Reloaded: 120 count capsules (serving size 3 capsules) Ingredients: Evapor8 Total Body Fat Assault Matrix (Sulbutiamine, Caffeine Anhydrous, Beta-Phenethylamine, Hordeum Vulgare [Root] [Std. to 98% Hordenine], FucoPure [10% Fucoxanthin], Peganum Hamala Extract, Fursultiamine, Citrus Reticulata Extract [Std. to N-Methyltyramine Alkaloid], ChiliMax [Std. to Piperine], Synephrine HCl, Yohimbine HCl). UPC 6072898 12591 4
SAN Corporation
Clio Peach Less Sugar Yogurt Bars wrapped in a Chocolate Coating 50g x 10 Clio Retail 10-pack, UPC code: 854021008213
Clio LLC
Banner Smoked Fish Inc. brand Mackerel (Cold Smoked) (Atlantic Mackerel, Salt, Sugar, Natural Hardwood Smoke)
Banner Smoked Fish Inc.
Banner Smoked Fish Inc. brand Pickled Lox; Ingredients: Salmon (Fish), Water, Sugar, Onions, Glacial Acetic Acid, Spices, Salt
Banner Smoked Fish Inc.
Clio Strawberry Greek Yogurt Bars wrapped in a Chocolate Coating 50g x 10 Clio Retail 10-pack, UPC code: 861703000113
Clio LLC
favorite day caramel cashew Trail Mix, Product Number 04312. Milk Chocolate caramel balls, cashews, M&M'S milk chocolate candies and Peanuts. Net Wt 14 oz. (396g), UPC 85239-15671
John B. Sanfilippo & Son Inc.
Clio Raspberry / Peach Sams Mini Club Yogurt Bars wrapped in a Chocolate Coating 24g x 24 (12pc tray), UPC code: 854021008251
Clio LLC
Bulk Salted Butter, item #502. Butter solid block is packaged in carton case with plastic liner, net wt. 55 lb. (25kg). The label is read in parts: "***BUTTER 55.115 LBS. NET (25 KG) ***PLANT NO. 41-41***".
Larsen's Creamery, Inc.
a.) Banner Smoked Fish Inc. brand Finest Sliced (Salty) Lox (Salmon, Salt) b.) Banner Smoked Fish Inc. brand Whole (Salty) Lox; Ingredients: Salmon (fish), Salt c.) Chile Lox (Salty Salmon); Ingredients: Salmon, Salt, Fish
Banner Smoked Fish Inc.
Clio Honey Greek Yogurt Bars wrapped in a Chocolate Coating 50g x 10 Clio Retail 10-pack, UPC code: 861703000168
Clio LLC
Banner Smoked Fish Inc. brand Dry White Fish; Ingredients: Fish, White Fish, Salt
Banner Smoked Fish Inc.
favorite day monster Trail Mix, Product Number 04313. Peanuts, M&M'S Milk Chocolate candies, raisins, milk chocolate chips and Peanut Butter Chips. Net Wt 14 oz. (396g), UPC 85239-15675
John B. Sanfilippo & Son Inc.
New York Steelhead Hudson Valley Fisheries brand Lox Style Cold Smoked Steelhead
Banner Smoked Fish Inc.
Banner Smoked Fish Inc., brand Large Smoked Chubs
Banner Smoked Fish Inc.
Banner Smoked Fish Inc. brand Sliced Smoked Escolar; Ingredients: Escolar (Fish), Salt, Sugar, Natural Wood Smoke
Banner Smoked Fish Inc.
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 2021
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 2021 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.