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2021 Recalls

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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.

FDA Devices Moderate Apr 21, 2021

VGlove NITRILE *** Protect Your Life 100 Patient examination gloves

HUBO INTERNATIONAL INC

FDA Devices Low Apr 21, 2021

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.

FDA Devices Moderate Apr 21, 2021

Stryker, REF PC9001, PINPOINT Video Processor/Illuminator, Rx Only CE 0197, MD Medical Device, UDI: (01) 00858701006049 - Product Usage: used with bo…

Stryker Corporation

FDA Devices Moderate Apr 21, 2021

ADVIA 2120i (RoHS) with Single Aspirate Autosampler (SMN 11219529) - OUS, automated hematology analyzer Software Versions 6.10 and 6.11

Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Apr 21, 2021

Prodisc C - prosthesis, intervertebral disc - Product Usage: indicated in skeletally mature patients for reconstruction of the disc from C3-C7 follow…

Centinel Spine, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Apr 21, 2021

ADVIA 2120 Dual Aspirate Autosampler (SMN 10313419) - OUS, automated hematology analyzer Software Versions 6.10 and 6.11

Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Apr 21, 2021

Covidien Signia Grey Small Diameter Curved Tip Intelligent Reload 30 mm Vascular 8 mm - Short Item Code: SIGSDS30CTV

Covidien, LP

FDA Devices Moderate Apr 21, 2021

Disposable Sampling Tube, REF VSM01, Contents: Transport Media - 50, Nasal Swab - 50, Package Insert - 1, IVD, CE

Krishe Inc

FDA Devices Moderate Apr 21, 2021

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

FDA Devices Moderate Apr 21, 2021

ADVIA 2120 REFURB DAA AUTOSAMPLER (SMN 10374454) - US, automated hematology analyzer Software Versions 6.10 and 6.11

Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Apr 21, 2021

ADVIA 2120i with Single Aspirate Autosampler (SMN 10488923) - OUS, automated hematology analyzer Software Versions 6.10 and 6.11

Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Apr 21, 2021

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.

FDA Devices Moderate Apr 21, 2021

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

FDA Devices Moderate Apr 21, 2021

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

FDA Devices Moderate Apr 21, 2021

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.

FDA Devices Moderate Apr 21, 2021

ADVIA 2120i Dual Aspirate Autosampler (SMN 10285573) - US, automated hematology analyzer Software Versions 6.10 and 6.11

Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Apr 21, 2021

ADVIA 2120 REFURB SAA AUTOSAMPLER (SMN 10374453) - US, automated hematology analyzer -automated hematology analyzer Software Versions 6.10 and …

Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Apr 21, 2021

ADVIA 2120i Refurb Single Aspirate (SMN 11314044) - US, automated hematology analyzer Software Versions 6.10 and 6.11

Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Apr 21, 2021

ADVIA 2120 Dual Aspirate Autosampler (SMN 10313419) - US, automated hematology analyzer -automated hematology analyzer Software Versions 6.10 a…

Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc.

CPSC Moderate Apr 21, 2021

BRAV USA Recalls Youth Jackets with Drawstrings Due to Strangulation and Entrapment Hazards

CPSC Moderate Apr 21, 2021

Brompton Bicycle Recalls Electric Folding Bicycles Due to Fall and Injury Hazards

CPSC Moderate Apr 21, 2021

Metal Ware Recalls NESCO Coffee Bean Roasters Due to Fire Hazard

The Metal Ware Corporation, of Two Rivers, Wis.

NHTSA Critical Apr 21, 2021

KIA 2022: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL

KIA

NHTSA Critical Apr 21, 2021

BENTLEY 2021: SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY

BENTLEY

NHTSA Critical Apr 21, 2021

VOLKSWAGEN 2021: TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS

VOLKSWAGEN

NHTSA Moderate Apr 21, 2021

VOLVO 2016-2020: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

VOLVO

NHTSA Critical Apr 21, 2021

PORSCHE 2021: SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY

PORSCHE

NHTSA Critical Apr 15, 2021

SUBARU 2017-2019: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

SUBARU

NHTSA Critical Apr 15, 2021

SUBARU 2018-2019: SUSPENSION:REAR

SUBARU

FDA Food Critical Apr 14, 2021

Bobo's Maple Pecan Oat Bars, 3 oz., UPC 8 2926200021 0, Best By 7/30/21 or 7/31/21.

Simply Delicious Inc.

FDA Food Critical Apr 14, 2021

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.

FDA Food Critical Apr 14, 2021

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.

FDA Food Critical Apr 14, 2021

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.

FDA Food Low Apr 14, 2021

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.

FDA Food Moderate Apr 14, 2021

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

FDA Food Critical Apr 14, 2021

FRESH TO YOU Club Panini, Net Wt. 8.50oz (241g), MG Foods Charlotte, NC 28208, UPC MGF9844

Canteen Inc. dba MG Foods, Inc.

FDA Food Critical Apr 14, 2021

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

FDA Food Critical Apr 14, 2021

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.

FDA Food Critical Apr 14, 2021

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.

FDA Food Critical Apr 14, 2021

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.

FDA Food Critical Apr 14, 2021

FRESH TO YOU Deluxe Club Wrap, Net Wt. 10.39oz (295g), MG Foods Charlotte, NC 28208, UPC MGF9814

Canteen Inc. dba MG Foods, Inc.

FDA Food Critical Apr 14, 2021

Taste of Inspirations Garlic Parmesan Wing Sauce

Schlotterbeck & Foss, LLC

FDA Food Critical Apr 14, 2021

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.

FDA Food Critical Apr 14, 2021

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.

FDA Food Critical Apr 14, 2021

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.

FDA Food Critical Apr 14, 2021

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.

FDA Food Moderate Apr 14, 2021

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

FDA Food Critical Apr 14, 2021

FRESH TO YOU Market Club, Net Wt. 11.85oz (336g), MG Foods Charlotte, NC 28208, UPC MGF9800

Canteen Inc. dba MG Foods, Inc.

FDA Food Critical Apr 14, 2021

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.

FDA Food Critical Apr 14, 2021

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.

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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.