2021 Recalls
5,231 federal recalls indexed for 2021 · Page 84 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 19 critical, 31 moderate, and 0 lower-severity recalls. The page references 32 distinct recalling firms operating in 8 distinct product categories, with 39 of 50 records disclosing affected-unit counts. Issuing-agency distribution on this slice leans toward FDA Devices (18), NHTSA (10), FDA Food (10), 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.
Implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICD): 1) Evera family: Evera XT DR, Evera S DR, Evera MRI XT DR, Evera MRI S DR, Evera XT VR, Evera S VR and Evera MRI S VR models; 2) Visia family: Visia AF ICD, Visia AF S ICD, Visia AF MRI ICD, and Visia AF MRI S ICD models. Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillators (ICDs) are implantable medical devices that automatically detect and treat episodes of ventricular fibrillation, ventricular tachycardia, fast ventricular tachycardia, and bradyarrhythm
Medtronic Inc., Cardiac Rhythm and Heart Failure (CRHF)
Epicure Recalls Glass Prep Bowls Due to Laceration Hazard
Goal Zero Recalls Power Cables Due to Fire Hazard
One Million Greenworks and Powerworks Pressure Washer Spray Guns Recalled Due to Impact Injury Hazard; Distributed by Hongkong Sun Rise Trading
Hongkong Sun Rise Trading Ltd., of China
RH Recalls Children's Bath Wraps Due to Violation of Federal Flammability Standard
FREIGHTLINER,MERCEDES-BENZ 2019-2020: STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
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MERCEDES-BENZ 2019: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
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FREIGHTLINER,MERCEDES-BENZ 2019-2020: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
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INFINITI 2021: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM):SOFTWARE
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FSIS Issues Public Health Alert for Raw Ground Chorizo Sausage Products Due to Possible Foreign Matter Contamination
doTERRA Recalls 1.3 Million Bottles of Deep Blue, PastTense, and Deep Blue Touch Essential Oils Due to Failure to Meet Child Resistant Packaging Requirement; Risk of Poisoning (Recall Alert)
doTERRA International LLC, of Pleasant Grove, Utah
Infant Bath Seats Recalled Due to Drowning Hazard; Imported by BATTOP; Sold Exclusively on Amazon.com (Recall Alert)
DONGGUAN BABYCARE PRODUCTS CO., LTD, of Dongguan, China
MACK 2018-2022: ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC):CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
MACK
MERCEDES-BENZ 2021: STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE
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MERCEDES-BENZ 2021: SEATS
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MERCEDES-BENZ 2017-2018: STEERING
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INTERNATIONAL 2021: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
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Rong Shing Trading Inc. Recalls Ineligible Beef Products Imported from China
Quseo Fresco sold under the following brands and container sizes - El Abuelito Cheese Brand - Queso Fresco Regular 12 oz.Plastic Container673130100003 Queso Fresco Promoci¿n 10 oz.Plastic Container673130100078 Queso Fresco de Hoja 12 oz.Plastic Container673130100065 Queso Fresco 5 Lb.Vacuum Packed673130100058 Queso Fresco Guatemala12 oz.Plastic Container673130100027 Rio Grande Food Products, Inc. Brand - Chirilagua Queso de Hacienda12 oz.Plastic Container738529005571 Ques
El Abuelito Cheese, Inc.
Buc-ee's Butter Toffee Almonds, 12 oz., packaged in clear zip top bag with stickered label, UPC: 0 9524842002 4, Manufactured and packaged at Lehi Valley Trading Company 4955 . McKellips Rd, Mesa, AZ 85215. branded and statement on label "Distributed by Buc-ee's LTD. 327 FM 2004 Lake Jackson, TX 77566. Store in clean, dry area at ambient temperature.
Lehi Valley Trading Co, Inc
Quesillo sold under the following brands and container sizes: El Abuelito Cheese Quesillo Abuelito 12oz Vacuum Pack 673130200000 Quesillo Abuelito 5Lbs Vacuum Bag Loose Bag 673130500001 Quesillo Abuelito 10Lbs Vacuum Bag Loose Bag 673130600008 El Viejito El Viejito 10Lbs Vacuum Bag Loose Bag 718122180950 El Paisano El Paisano 5Lbs Vacuum Bag 799456415468 El Paisano 10Lbs Vacuum Bag 799456415482 El Sabrosito El Sabrosito 10Lbs Vacuum Bag 749390337586 La Cima La Cima 5Lbs Vacuum Bag 0726328
El Abuelito Cheese, Inc.
Item #140804, Egg Salad Croissant Sandwich, Refrigerated, packaged in clear plastic clamshell container. Ready to Eat product sold in foodservice, retail, and deli stores. Net wt. 6.6 OZ (187g). UPC 0 30223 10915 0. The label is read in parts: "***Egg Salad Croissant Sandwich***INGREDIENTS *** EGG SALAD***BUTTER CROISSANT (ENRICHED FLOUR [WHEAT FLOUR, MALTED BARLEY FLOUR, NIACIN, IRON, THIAMIN MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID], WATER, BUTTER, SUGAR, YEAST, SALT, WHEY, MODIFIED CORN STARC
Taylor Farms Northwest, LLC
Item #140952, Tuna Salad Croissant Sandwich, Refrigerated, packaged in clear plastic clamshell container. Ready to Eat product sold in foodservice, retail, and deli stores. Net wt. 7.8 OZ (221g). UPC 0 30223 11097 2. The label is read in parts: "***CHICKEN SALAD Croissant***INGREDIENTS *** TUNA SALAD ***MAYONNAISE [EGG YOLK]***BUTTER CROISSANT (ENRICHED FLOUR [WHEAT FLOUR, MALTED BARLEY FLOUR, NIACIN, IRON, THIAMIN MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID], WATER, BUTTER, SUGAR, YEAST, SALT, WHE
Taylor Farms Northwest, LLC
Item #140946, Chicken Salad Croissant Sandwich, Refrigerated, packaged in clear plastic clamshell container. Ready to Eat product sold in foodservice, retail, and deli stores. Net wt. 7.8 OZ (221g). UPC 0 30223 11099 6. The label is read in parts: "***CHICKEN SALAD CROISSANT***INGREDIENTS *** CHICKEN SALAD*** CHICKEN BASE (***DRY WHEY***) ***MAYONNAISE [***EGG YOLK ***]***BUTTER CROISSANT (ENRICHED FLOUR [WHEAT FLOUR, MALTED BARLEY FLOUR, NIACIN, IRON, THIAMIN MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC
Taylor Farms Northwest, LLC
Nutrin/Amendobras brand Roasted Peanut Splits packaged in 30lb cardboard boxes.
Nutrin Distribution Co
Mindo COFFEE TOFFEE CHOCOLATE BAR, 75 gram / 2.65oz UPC code 805993900527. Also sold in 12 count and 6 count cartons
Mindo Chocolate Makers LLC
Gelson's Yogurt Raisins, Plastic Clamshell Container NET WT 14 oz. (397g) UPC: 7 97565 20470 6 Contains: Milk, Soy. Packed in a facility that handles Peanuts, Tree Nuts, Wheat, Soy, Egg, and Milk products. Product of USA, Distributed by Gelson's, Encino, CA
Western Mixers Produce & Nuts, Inc.
Requeson/Ricotta, sold under the following brands and container sizes: El Abuelito Requeson Ricotta 12oz Clam Shell Container, UPC: 673130300014; El Abuelito Requeson Ricotta - Promocion $3.99 12oz. Clam Shell Container, UPC: 673130300014; El Viejito Requeson/Ricotta 12oz. Clam Shell Container 718122180912
El Abuelito Cheese, Inc.
0.9% SODIUM CHLORIDE Irrigation, USP 1000 mL Semi-Rigid Bottle, Rx only, Manufactured for ICU Medical, Inc., Lake Forest, Illinois, 60045 USA. NDC 0990-7138-09
ICU Medical Inc
Adam's Secret Extra Strength 3000, 840 mg, 10 count blister packs, Distributed by AS Inc., Made in USA, UPC 6 09728 43452 6.
Adams.Secret.co
Omeprazole Delayed Release Capsules, USP, 20 mg, 1000-count bottles, Rx only, Packaged by GSMS Incorporated, Camarillo, CA 93012-8601 USA, NDC 51407-129-10
Golden State Medical Supply Inc.
Adam's Secret Extra Strength 1500, 800 mg, 10 count blister packs, Distributed by KP Inc., Made in USA, UPC 6 09728 43462 5
Adams.Secret.co
Biosense Webster, CARTO VIZIGO, Bi-Directional Guiding Sheath, 8.5F (Large) C3, REF: D138503, Rx Only, CE 2797, STERILE EO, udi: (01)10846835016260 - Product Usage: provide accessibility and maneuverability in the cardiac anatomy during cardiac electrophysiological mapping and ablation procedures.
Biosense Webster, Inc.
In-View Clear Leggings Sterile
Cardinal Health 200, LLC
VITROS Chemistry Products Calibrator Kit 4-(Calibrator values for TIBC only). Used to calibrate VITROS 250/350/5,1 FS/4600/XT 3400 Chemistry Systems and VITROS 5600/XT 7600 Integrated Systems Product Code: 1204668 Impacted Products: A. VITROS Chemistry Products TIBC Kit Product No: 7541 (UDI 8750005178) All current and new lots B. VITROS Chemistry Products Fe Slides Product No: 1924547 90 Slides (UDI 10758750000289) Product No: 1515808 300 slides (UDI 10758750009244) Produc
Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics, Inc.
Duodenoscope and accessories, flexible/rigid - Product Usage: used with an Olympus video system center, light source, documentation equipment, monitor, Endo Therapy accessories (such as biopsy forceps), and other ancillary equipment for endoscopy and endoscopic surgery within the duodenum.
Olympus Corporation of the Americas
In2Bones Shannon Percutaneous Burr - Product Usage: indicated for forefoot mini-invasive and percutaneous surgery.
In2Bones, SAS
The ImmunoCard Mycoplasma EIA detects the presence of IgM to M. pneumoniae in serum - Product Usage: intended to aid in the diagnosis of recent Mycoplasma pneumoniae infection.
Meridian Bioscience Inc
RUSCH¿ POLARIS" Laryngoscope - Product Usage: intended to allow direct visualization of the laryngeal structure and is used during tracheal intubation.
TELEFLEX MEDICAL INC
Corin BIOLOX DELTA MOD HEAD 32mm EX LONG +7mm 12/14 TAPER. Corin Trinity Acetabular System with Extra Long Heads/Trinity Biolox Delta Ceramic Head (Generic Name: Hip Prosthesis). The Trinity Acetabular System is a modular acetabular cup system consisting of a press fit, titanium alloy shell; acetabular liners in neutral offset, +4mm offset, +4mm oblique, neutral 4mm EPW; and ceramic and CoCrMo modular heads. The ceramic and CoCrMo modular heads are compatible with Corin titanium femoral stems
Corin Ltd
Corin BIOLOX DELTA MOD HEAD 36mm EX LONG +8mm12/14 TAPER. Corin Trinity Acetabular System with Extra Long Heads/Trinity Biolox Delta Ceramic Head (Generic Name: Hip Prosthesis). The Trinity Acetabular System is a modular acetabular cup system consisting of a press fit, titanium alloy shell; acetabular liners in neutral offset, +4mm offset, +4mm oblique, neutral 4mm EPW; and ceramic and CoCrMo modular heads. The ceramic and CoCrMo modular heads are compatible with Corin titanium femoral stems.
Corin Ltd
Biosense Webster, CARTO VIZIGO, Bi-Directional Guiding Sheath, 8.5F (SMALL) C3, REF: D138501, Rx Only, CE 2797, STERILE EO, udi: (01)10846835016253 - Product Usage: provide accessibility and maneuverability in the cardiac anatomy during cardiac electrophysiological mapping and ablation procedures.
Biosense Webster, Inc.
Interventional Fluoroscopic X-Ray System - Product Usage: developed for single and biplane diagnostic imaging and interventional procedures including, but not limited to, pediatric and obese patients.
Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc
Prismaflex Control Unit - Product Usage: Used for Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT).
Baxter Healthcare Corporation
S-Series Equipment Management System; Model Number(s):0682400550; UDI: 07613327400502 Components that are affected within the S-Series Finished Good Model Number o P38198 - ASM, MFR CONTROLLER, FIXED STANDARD o P38199 - ASM, MFR CONTROLLER, LIFT STANDARD o P40553 - ASM, MFR HANDLE REPAIR, LIFTING, S-SERIES, STANDARD o P40554 - ASM, MFR HANDLE REPAIR, FIXED, S-SERIES, STANDARD o P46269 - ASSY, MFR CONTROLLER UPGRADE, STANDARD
Stryker Communications
VITEK 2 Compact (version numbers 8.01, 8.02 (8.0x) and 9.01, 9.02 (9.0x) with the external communication configured to HL7 (system, test, automated, antimicrobial susceptibility, short incubation). VITEK 2 is an automated system consisting of instruments, software and reagent cards designed for the identification and antimicrobial susceptibility testing of bacteria and yeast. The VITEK 2 utilizes growth-based biochemical patterns to determine identification. The VITEK 2 provides minimal inhibi
Biomerieux Inc
RayCare 3B (3.1.0.60341) - Product Usage: Intended Use Oncology information system that supports healthcare professionals in delivering cancer care.
RAYSEARCH LABORATORIES AB
Prismaflex Control Unit - Product Usage: Used for Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT).
Baxter Healthcare Corporation
Mizuho CE IPX4, mode MOT-5602BW, 100-240, 50-60Hz, 400VA, REF 18-140-20 containing hand control Unit - Product Usage: intended to support a patient during surgical operations.
Mizuho OSI
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 October 2026.