2021 Recalls
5,168 recalls · Page 79 of 104
2021 Recall Year Insight
Federal agencies issued 5,168 product recalls indexed by PlainRecalls in calendar year 2021. That represents about 5.08% of the 101,704 total recalls we track from 1995 through the present, and averages roughly 14.2 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 104 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 24 critical, 24 moderate, and 2 lower-severity recalls. The page references 26 distinct recalling firms operating in 6 distinct product categories, with 43 of 50 records disclosing affected-unit counts. Issuing-agency distribution on this slice leans toward FDA Food (21), FDA Devices (19), NHTSA (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 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, or NHTSA for the system-of-record on any specific recall. PlainRecalls indexes this archive for research and consumer awareness purposes.
VGlove NITRILE *** Protect Your Life 100 Patient examination gloves
HUBO INTERNATIONAL INC
Evolve Cell Culture Bags, part numbers: EV1000N and EV3000N The Evolve bag is made of Ethyl Vinyl Olefin (EVO) and contains no BPA or latex. The …
OriGen Biomedical, Inc.
Stryker, REF PC9001, PINPOINT Video Processor/Illuminator, Rx Only CE 0197, MD Medical Device, UDI: (01) 00858701006049 - Product Usage: used with bo…
Stryker Corporation
ADVIA 2120i (RoHS) with Single Aspirate Autosampler (SMN 11219529) - OUS, automated hematology analyzer Software Versions 6.10 and 6.11
Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc.
Prodisc C - prosthesis, intervertebral disc - Product Usage: indicated in skeletally mature patients for reconstruction of the disc from C3-C7 follow…
Centinel Spine, Inc.
ADVIA 2120 Dual Aspirate Autosampler (SMN 10313419) - OUS, automated hematology analyzer Software Versions 6.10 and 6.11
Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc.
Covidien Signia Grey Small Diameter Curved Tip Intelligent Reload 30 mm Vascular 8 mm - Short Item Code: SIGSDS30CTV
Covidien, LP
Disposable Sampling Tube, REF VSM01, Contents: Transport Media - 50, Nasal Swab - 50, Package Insert - 1, IVD, CE
Krishe Inc
The EOSedge system may acquire two simultaneous orthogonal planar images for a standing or seated patient at low dose. The scan length is defined by …
EOS Imaging
ADVIA 2120 REFURB DAA AUTOSAMPLER (SMN 10374454) - US, automated hematology analyzer Software Versions 6.10 and 6.11
Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc.
ADVIA 2120i with Single Aspirate Autosampler (SMN 10488923) - OUS, automated hematology analyzer Software Versions 6.10 and 6.11
Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc.
Tibial Opening Wedge Osteotomy Plate, Titanium, 15.0 mm - Product Usage: use in treatment of non-union, mal-union, and fractures of the proximal tibi…
Arthrex, Inc.
MAMBA Microcatheter. Packaged with protective sleeve over catheter, sealed in a Tyvek pouch, and is then labeled and placed in carton with IFU. A c…
Boston Scientific Corporation
Remel Haemophilus Test Medium (150 mm) 10/PK, REF 04033 Remel Haemophilus Test Medium (HTM) is a solid medium recommended for use in qualitative p…
Remel Inc
BioGX SARS-CoV-2 Reagents for BD MAX System-IVD PCR test intended for the qualitative detection of nucleic acid from the SARS-CoV-2 in nasopharyngea…
Becton Dickinson & Co.
ADVIA 2120i Dual Aspirate Autosampler (SMN 10285573) - US, automated hematology analyzer Software Versions 6.10 and 6.11
Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc.
ADVIA 2120 REFURB SAA AUTOSAMPLER (SMN 10374453) - US, automated hematology analyzer -automated hematology analyzer Software Versions 6.10 and …
Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc.
ADVIA 2120i Refurb Single Aspirate (SMN 11314044) - US, automated hematology analyzer Software Versions 6.10 and 6.11
Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc.
ADVIA 2120 Dual Aspirate Autosampler (SMN 10313419) - US, automated hematology analyzer -automated hematology analyzer Software Versions 6.10 a…
Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc.
BRAV USA Recalls Youth Jackets with Drawstrings Due to Strangulation and Entrapment Hazards
Brompton Bicycle Recalls Electric Folding Bicycles Due to Fall and Injury Hazards
Metal Ware Recalls NESCO Coffee Bean Roasters Due to Fire Hazard
The Metal Ware Corporation, of Two Rivers, Wis.
KIA 2022: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL
KIA
BENTLEY 2021: SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY
BENTLEY
VOLKSWAGEN 2021: TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
VOLKSWAGEN
VOLVO 2016-2020: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
VOLVO
PORSCHE 2021: SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY
PORSCHE
SUBARU 2017-2019: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
SUBARU
SUBARU 2018-2019: SUSPENSION:REAR
SUBARU
Bobo's Maple Pecan Oat Bars, 3 oz., UPC 8 2926200021 0, Best By 7/30/21 or 7/31/21.
Simply Delicious Inc.
MG Foods TURKEY & PROVOLONE BLT ON A BUTTERY CROISSANT, Net Wt. 8.1oz (229g), MG Foods Charlotte, NC 28208, UPC 1 00000 50065 1
Canteen Inc. dba MG Foods, Inc.
FRESH TO YOU Turkey Swiss & Cranberry Mayo Pita, Net Wt. 9oz (255g), MG Foods Charlotte, NC 28208, UPC MGF9804
Canteen Inc. dba MG Foods, Inc.
FRESH TO YOU Club Sub with Italian Dressing, Net Wt. 9.14oz (259g), MG Foods Charlotte, NC 28208, UPC MGF9100
Canteen Inc. dba MG Foods, Inc.
Live Better vegan vitamin d-3 by CVS Health, 50 mcg (2000 IU), 40 tablets in blue PET jar, Distributed by: CVS Pharmacy, Inc. one CVS Drive, Woonsock…
New Generation Wellness Inc.
Tippin's Country Gravy, Net Wt 16 OZ, Keep Refrigerated, Tippin's Gourmet Pies LLC, Kansas City, KS UPC 6 80816 12023 1 packaged in plastic cups
Tippins
FRESH TO YOU Club Panini, Net Wt. 8.50oz (241g), MG Foods Charlotte, NC 28208, UPC MGF9844
Canteen Inc. dba MG Foods, Inc.
Sabra Dipping Co, Classic Hummus ,10oz. PET cup, sealed with lid, 12 ct. Manufacturing Codes 300067. Expiration date 4/26/21
Sabra Dipping Company, LLC
MG Foods TURKEY & CHEDDAR BLT ON TOASTED WHEAT BREAD, Net Wt. 6.9oz (196g), MG Foods Charlotte, NC 28208, UPC 1 00000 50068 2
Canteen Inc. dba MG Foods, Inc.
FRESH TO YOU Large Turkey & Cheese Sub, Net Wt. 6.74oz (191g), MG Foods Charlotte, NC 28208, UPC MGF1002
Canteen Inc. dba MG Foods, Inc.
FRESH TO YOU Turkey & Swiss on Whole Wheat Roll, Net Wt. 5.22oz (148g), MG Foods Charlotte, NC 28208, UPC MGF0854
Canteen Inc. dba MG Foods, Inc.
FRESH TO YOU Deluxe Club Wrap, Net Wt. 10.39oz (295g), MG Foods Charlotte, NC 28208, UPC MGF9814
Canteen Inc. dba MG Foods, Inc.
Taste of Inspirations Garlic Parmesan Wing Sauce
Schlotterbeck & Foss, LLC
FRESH TO YOU Ham & Turkey Combo, Net Wt. 5.85oz (168g), MG Foods Charlotte, NC 28208, UPC MGF3054 & MGF23054
Canteen Inc. dba MG Foods, Inc.
FRESH TO YOU Tuscan Turkey Ciabatta, Net Wt. 9.18 oz (264g), MG Foods Charlotte, NC 28208, UPC MGF9810
Canteen Inc. dba MG Foods, Inc.
MG Foods TURKEY & SWISS ON A BUTTERY CROISSANT, Net Wt. 7.5oz (216g), MG Foods Charlotte, NC 28208, UPC 1 00000 50011 8
Canteen Inc. dba MG Foods, Inc.
MG Foods ROASTED TURKEY IN A TOMATO BASIL WRAP, Net Wt. 6.9oz (196g), MG Foods Charlotte, NC 28208, UPC 1 00000 50005 7
Canteen Inc. dba MG Foods, Inc.
The Toasted Oat Bakehouse Macadamia Chunk Soft Granola (6 - 10oz pouches per case); and Soft Granola Crumble Bars Macadamia Chunk ( 5 - 28.3g bars p…
The Toasted Oat
FRESH TO YOU Market Club, Net Wt. 11.85oz (336g), MG Foods Charlotte, NC 28208, UPC MGF9800
Canteen Inc. dba MG Foods, Inc.
FRESH TO YOU Deluxe Triple Decker Club, Net Wt. 12.17 oz (345g), MG Foods Charlotte, NC 28208, UPC MGF9719
Canteen Inc. dba MG Foods, Inc.
MG Foods TURKEY & PROVOLONE ON 12 GRAIN WITH LETTUCE, TOMATO AND MAYONNAISE, Net Wt. 8.9oz (255g), MG Foods Charlotte, NC 28208, UPC 1 00000 50066 8
Canteen Inc. dba MG Foods, 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: CPSC + NHTSA - consumer product and vehicle recall feeds for 2021
Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. Figures cover calendar year 2021 across the FDA, CPSC 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 August 2026.