2021 Recalls
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2021 Recall Year Insight
Federal agencies issued 5,086 product recalls indexed by PlainRecalls in calendar year 2021. That represents about 6.06% of the 83,949 total recalls we track from 1995 through the present, and averages roughly 13.9 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 102 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 12 critical, 37 moderate, and 1 lower-severity recalls. The page references 31 distinct recalling firms operating in 7 distinct product categories, with 42 of 50 records disclosing affected-unit counts. Issuing-agency distribution on this slice leans toward FDA Devices (16), FDA Drug (12), 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, or NHTSA for the system-of-record on any specific recall. PlainRecalls indexes this archive for research and consumer awareness purposes.
BD ChloraPrep Hi-Lite Orange 2% w/v chlorhexidine gluconate (CHG) and 70% v/v isopropyl alcohol (IPA), Sterile Solution, 0.01 fl. oz. (3 ml) each, 25…
CareFusion 213, LLC
Fludeoxyglucose F 18 Injection, 20-300 mCi/mL at End of Synthesis (EOS) Solution, 50 mL glass vial, Rx only, Manufactured by Massachusetts General Ho…
The General Hospital Corporation
Epoprostenol Sodium for Injection, 0.5 mg/vial (500,000 ng), 1X10ML vial, Rx only, Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc., North Wales, PA 19454, NDC 0703-…
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA
ManukaGuard Medical Grade Manuka Honey Allercleanse Nasal Spray, 1.3 FL OZ (40mL) bottle, 270 measured sprays, Distributed by Ndal Laboratories, 449 …
NDAL Mfg Inc.
MethyIPREDNISolone Acetate Injectable Suspension USP, 400 mg/5 mL (80 mg/mL), 5 mL Multiple-Dose Vial, Rx only, Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc., North…
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA
MethyIPREDNISolone Acetate Injectable Suspension USP, 400 mg/10 mL (40 mg/mL), 10 mL Multiple-Dose Vial, Rx only, Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc., Nor…
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA
Irinotecan Hydrochloride Injection, USP, 40 mg/2 mL (20 mg/mL), 2 mL Single-Dose Vial, Rx Only, Distributed by: Areva Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Gerogeto…
Areva Pharmaceuticals Inc
Cisatracurium Besylate Injection, USP, 10mg per 5mL (2 mg per mL), Single-Dose Vial (NDC 71288-712-05), packaged as 10 x 5 mL Single-Dose Vials per c…
Meitheal Pharmaceuticals Inc
Leucovorin Calcium for Injection, USP, 350 mg/vial, Rx only, labeled as a) Teva Parenteral Medicines, Inc., Irvine, CA 92618, and b) Manufactured By…
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA
ChloraPrep One-Step 2% w/v chlorhexidine gluconate (CHG) and 70% v/v isopropyl alcohol (IPA) Non-Sterile Solution -Clear, 0.10 fl. oz. (3ml) each, 25…
CareFusion 213, LLC
Leucovorin Calcium for Injection, USP, 100 mg/vial, Single-Dose Vial, Rx only, Teva Parenteral Medicines, Inc., Irvine, CA 92618, NDC 0703-5140-01.
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA
MethyIPREDNISolone Acetate Injectable Suspension USP, 200 mg/5 mL (0 mg/mL), 5 mL Multiple-Dose Vial, Rx only, Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc., North …
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA
PHILIPS BATTERY, V60 14.4V, 11.0 Ah, 163 Wh, REF 1076374(1058272), LOT M94663-P1 - Product Usage: The ventilator is intended to be used only with var…
Respironics California, LLC
Ref: NT821731C, Natus EDS 3 CSF External Drainage System - Product Usage: indicated for draining cerebrospinal fluid (CFS) from the cerebral ventric…
Natus Manufacturing Limited
Steris CO2MPACT Endoscopic Insufflator system, Catalog Number 72-00310-0 / 710300 - Product Usage: designed to use CO2 as a distention media in the g…
Northgate Technologies, Inc.
Open Heart Pack, REF numbers: a) 89-7483.07 b) 89-7483.08 c) 89-7483.09 d) 89-7483.10 Custom surgical procedure packs including sternum sa…
DeRoyal Industries Inc
OT1000 Series Orthopedic Surgical Tables
Steris Corporation
CV Basin Set Pack, REF numbers: a) 89-7935.11 b) 89-7935.12 c) 89-7935.13 d) 89-7935.14 e) 89-7935.15 f) 89-7935.16 Custom surgical proce…
DeRoyal Industries Inc
ConMed 50L abdominal insufflator, Catalog Number 72-00258-0 / GS2000 - Product Usage: The device will maintain an expanded cavity (pneumoperitoneum) …
Northgate Technologies, Inc.
Slush + Warmer Disc Drape; Model ORS-320 Slush + Warmer Disc Drapes - Product Usage: single-use equipment cover intended for use during various surge…
Ecolab Inc
ARTIS Icono biplane Model:11327600 ARTIS Icono floor system Model: 11327700 with software version VE20B - Product Usage: Intended for single and b…
Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc
Heart Pack, REF numbers: a) 89-9194.07 b) 89-9194.09 c) 89-9194-10 d) 89-9194-11 Custom surgical procedure packs including sternum saw blade…
DeRoyal Industries Inc
Covidien Parietex hydrophilic anatomical mesh 15 cm x 10 cm polyester left - Product Usage: designed for the repair of inguinal hernias via laparosco…
Covidien Llc
VITROS Chemistry Products VersaTips - Product Usage: used to dispense samples to MicroSlide assays and sample and reagent fluid for MicroWell assays.…
Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics, Inc.
ENROUTE Transcarotid Stent System REF SR-XXYY-CS
Silk Road Medical Inc
Tube Tracheostomy and Tube Cuff, Bivona¿ Cuffless Neonatal/Pediatric FlexTend" Tracheostomy Tube (model 60PFS45, lots 3991171, 3991172, and 3988103) …
Smiths Medical ASD Inc.
Infusion Pump
Baxter Healthcare Corporation
S-O303000 CONTROL, STAT-SITE B-HB, 2X3ML,1LOW,1HIGH - Product Usage: intended for the quantitative determination of the ketone body ¿-Hydroxybutyrate…
Medline Industries Inc
Haro Bicycles Recalls Masi Evoluzione and Gran Corsa Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard and Risk of Injury
NISSAN 2016-2019: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
NISSAN
PORSCHE 2015-2018: AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER
PORSCHE
HYUNDAI 2019-2020: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
HYUNDAI
MERCEDES-BENZ 2018: TIRES
MERCEDES-BENZ
Dr. Reddy's Recalls Prescription Drug Blister Packages Due to Risk of Poisoning
Dr. Reddy's Laboratories, Ltd., of India
Home Depot Recalls Wood Windsor Dining Chair Sets Due to Fall Hazard (Recall Alert)
MTIG Productions Recalls deSensua Wintergreen, Birch and Pain Soother Essential Oils Due to Failure to Meet Child Resistant Packaging Requirement; Ri…
MTIG Productions LLC, dba deSensua, of Buffalo, Wyo.
JAGUAR 2019-2020: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
JAGUAR
LAND ROVER 2018-2020: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
LAND ROVER
BUICK,CADILLAC,CHEVROLET,GMC 2018-2021: TIRES
BUICK,CADILLAC,CHEVROLET,GMC
FORD 2019: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
FORD
20 Mile Rhubarb, Organic Frozen Custard, Contents: One U.S. Pint and 86 oz. Scoopers. UPC 50005-48811. Made by Barron County Organics, LLC, 10-Mil…
Barron County Organics
20 Mile Salted Chocolate Caramel Crunch, Organic Frozen Custard, Contents: One U.S. Pint and 86 oz. Scoopers. UPC 50005-48801. Made by Barron Coun…
Barron County Organics
20 Mile Maple Cream, Organic Frozen Custard, Contents: One U.S. Pint and 86 oz. Scoopers. UPC 50005-48806. Made by Barron County Organics, LLC, 10…
Barron County Organics
20 Mile Peach Cream, Organic Frozen Custard, Contents: One U.S. Pint and 86 oz. Scoopers. Made by Barron County Organics, LLC, 10-Mile Organic an…
Barron County Organics
20 Mile Black Cherry Organic Frozen Custard, Contents: One U.S. Pint, and 86 oz. Scoopers. UPC 50005-48807. Made by Barron County Organics, LLC, …
Barron County Organics
20 Mile Dark Chocolate, Organic Frozen Custard, Contents: One U.S. Pint and 86 oz. Scoopers. UPC 50005-48805. Made by Barron County Organics, LLC,…
Barron County Organics
20 Mile Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough, Organic Frozen Custard, Contents: One U.S. Pint, and 86 oz. Scoopers. UPC 50005-48803. Made by Barron County …
Barron County Organics
20 Mile Mint Chocolate Chip, Organic Frozen Custard, Contents: One U.S. Pint and 86 oz. Scoopers. Made by Barron County Organics, LLC, 10-Mile Or…
Barron County Organics
20 Mile Vanilla Bean Organic Frozen Custard, Contents: One U.S. Pint and 86 oz. Scoopers. UPC 50005-48804. Made by Barron County Organics, LLC, 10…
Barron County Organics
Happy Belly Mayo Light Mayonnaise 30 FL OZ Plastic Jar Item B08B6T9RC6
Treehouse Foods
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
Read our methodology — how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.