2021 Recalls
5,231 federal recalls indexed for 2021 · Page 92 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 18 critical, 32 moderate, and 0 lower-severity recalls. The page references 29 distinct recalling firms operating in 7 distinct product categories, with 36 of 50 records disclosing affected-unit counts. Issuing-agency distribution on this slice leans toward FDA Devices (18), NHTSA (14), FDA Food (12), 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.
Medtronic Cerebro Spinal Fluid Flow Control Valves and Shunts. STRATA II Valves and Shunts for the following CFNs: 27739 - SHUNT 27739 STRATA NSC SNAP SML 120CM, 27740 - SHUNT 27740 STRATA NSC SNAP REG 120CM, 27812 - VALVE 27812 STRATA II SM EXTRACTED, 27814 - SHUNT 27814 STRATA II ASSY SML, 27815 - SHUNT 27815 STRATA II ASSY REG, 27816 - SHUNT 27816 SNAP STRATA II SMALL, 27817 - SHUNT 27817 SNAP STRATA II REG, 27818 - SHUNT 27818 STRATA II SML BIO, 27819 - SHUNT 27819 STRATA II RE
Medtronic Neurosurgery
Medtronic PS Medical Cerebro Spinal Fluid (CSF)-Flow Control Valves for the following CFNs: 22011 L- SHUNT 22011 L INTL ONLY ULTRA SM LOW 22011 LL - SHUNT 22011 LL INTL ONLY ULTRA SM L-L 22011 M - SHUNT 22011 M INTL ONLY ULTRA SM MED 22017 B-L - SHUNT 22017 B-L ASSY US PER 90CM SM LOW 22017 B-M - SHUNT 22017 B-M ASSY US PER 90CM SM MED 22017B-LL - SHUNT 22017B-LL ASSY US PER 90CM SM LL 23093 - VALVE 23093 CONT. REG. LOW-LOW 27102 - VALVE 27102 CONTOURED SML LOW LOW 27553 M - VALVE 2
Medtronic Neurosurgery
LumiraDx SARS-CoV-2 Ag Test Strip Kit US EUA (48 Tests / EN). LumiraDx Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) CoV-2 Antigen (Ag) Test Strips, Catalog #:L016000109048. Part of the LumiraDx Platform, a point of care system for professional use for in vitro diagnostic tests. It comprises a portable LumiraDx Instrument and a LumiraDx Test Strip for the required test.
LumiraDx
Gambro Cartridge Blood Set Prime Line, product code 101025 - Product Usage: intended for single use in a hemodialysis treatment using the Phoenix Dialysis Delivery Systems.
Baxter Healthcare Corporation
Gambro Cartridge Low Volume Blood Transport System for Hemodialysis Blood Set, product code 114434 - Product Usage: intended for single use in a hemodialysis treatment using the Phoenix Dialysis Delivery Systems.
Baxter Healthcare Corporation
Gambro Cartridge Low Weight-Low Volume Blood Transport System for Hemodialysis Blood Set, product code 114435 - Product Usage: intended for single use in a hemodialysis treatment using the Phoenix Dialysis Delivery Systems.
Baxter Healthcare Corporation
SenTec Digital Monitor, Model SDM, is a portable stand-alone patient monitor indicated for continuous, noninvasive patient monitoring of carbon dioxide partial pressure (PCo2), oxygen partial pressure (POs), functional oxygen saturation (PsO2), and pulse rate (PR), using either a single digital sensor (V-Sign Sensor 2 or OxiVenT sensor).
SenTec AG
Medtronic Delta CSF (Cerebro Spinal Fluid) -Flow Control Valves for the following CFNs/REF numbers: 24048 - VALVE 24048 DELTA RGL PL 0.5, 24053 - CHAMBER 24053 DELTA, 24147 - VALVE 24147 DELTA SML PL0.5, 25121-1 - ASSY 25121-1 DELTA SML SNAP PERIT 120, 25121-5 - ASSY 25121-5 DELTA SML SNAP P-CATH 120, 25131-1 - DELTA 25131-1 INTL ONLY SHUNT SM 1.0, 25131-2 - SHUNT 25131-2 INTL ONLY DELTA SM 2.0, 25131-5 - SHUNT 25131-5 INTL ONLY DELTA SM 1.5, 25132-2 - SHUNT 25132-2 INTL ONLY DELTA R
Medtronic Neurosurgery
Gambro Cartridge Single Needle Conversion Kit, product code 101290 - Product Usage: intended for single use in a hemodialysis treatment using the Phoenix Dialysis Delivery Systems.
Baxter Healthcare Corporation
Fresh Whole Blood Transfusion Set (P/N 80-801 NSN 6515016574750) . Blood convenience kit. The Fresh Whole Blood Transfusion Set contains everything needed to test for ABO/Rh compatibility and perform a fresh whole blood transfusion in a compact sealed package.
Combat Medical Systems, LLC
13C-Spirulina Gastric Emptying Breath Test (GEBT) - Product Usage: intended for use in the measurement of the rate of gastric emptying of solids and as an aid in the diagnosis of delayed gastric emptying (gastroparesis) in adult humans who are symptomatic for gastroparesis.
Cairn Diagnostics
System, X-Ray, Tomography, Computed: Revolution Apex, Revolution CT with Apex Edition
GE Healthcare, LLC
Valkyrie LTOWB Administration (P/N 80-821 NSN 6515016862401). Blood convenience kit. The Valkyrie LTOWB Administration Set contains the items needed to administer the blood to the patient.
Combat Medical Systems, LLC
Healgen COVID-19 IgG/IgM Rapid Test Cassette (Whole Blood/Serum/Plasma) REF GCC)V-402a - Product Usage: is a lateral flow immunoassay intended for the qualitative detection and differentiation of IgM and IgG antibodies to SARS-CoV- 2 in human venous whole blood, plasma from anticoagulated blood or serum.
Confirm Biosciences Inc
Low Titer Type O FWB Transfusion Set (P/N 80-875 NSN 651501684994). Blood convenience kit. The Transfusion Set includes the items necessary to administer the collected blood to a patient.
Combat Medical Systems, LLC
Central Screw 6.5x25mm - Product Usage: used as a sterile screw that is intended for implantable shoulder prosthesis assembly and/or fixation.
Biomet, Inc.
Orient Gene COVID- 19 IgG/ IgM Rapid Test Cassette (Whole Blood/Serum/Plasma) REF GCCOV-402a - Product Usage: is a lateral flow immunoassay intended for the qualitative detection and differentiation of IgM and IgG antibodies to SARS-CoV- 2 in human venous whole blood, plasma from anticoagulated blood or serum.
Confirm Biosciences Inc
BD Hypodermic Syringe 10 ml, eccentric tip. Catalog (Ref No.) 305482
Becton Dickinson & Company
Northern Tool & Equipment Recalls Powerhorse Portable Generators Due to Shock Hazard
Potter Electric Recalls Addressable Pull Stations Single/Dual Action Due to Failure to Alert to Fire
Potter Electric Signal Company, LLC, of St. Louis, Mo.
SmartPool Recalls Children's Multi-Purpose Helmets Due to Risk of Head Injury
Shenzhen Haochen Industrial Co. Ltd., of China
Urban Outfitters Recalls Margo Taper Candle Holders Due to Fire Hazard
INTERNATIONAL 2021: ENGINE
INTERNATIONAL
AUDI 2019-2021: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM)
AUDI
POLESTAR 2021-2022: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY:MANAGEMENT SYSTEM/ENERGY CONTROL MODULE (BMS/BECM):SOFTWARE
POLESTAR
VOLVO 2021-2022: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY:MANAGEMENT SYSTEM/ENERGY CONTROL MODULE (BMS/BECM):SOFTWARE
VOLVO
MERCEDES-BENZ 2021: SEATS
MERCEDES-BENZ
BENTLEY 2020: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
BENTLEY
MAZDA 2021: TIRES:VALVE
MAZDA
GLG Trading Inc., Recalls Beef Tallow Products Imported Without the Benefit of Inspection
VOLVO 2022: WHEELS
VOLVO
BMW 2019-2021: BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
BMW
AH Company International Distribution, Inc., Recalls Pork Products Imported Without the Benefit of Inspection
BMW 2020-2021: VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
BMW
FORD 2020-2021: VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD:CRITICAL FASTENERS
FORD
BMW 2021: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:CRITICAL FASTENERS
BMW
FORD 2020: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
FORD
MAZDA 2020-2021: STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE
MAZDA
think! Protein + Fiber Oatmeal, Farmer's Market Berry Crumble bowl 1.76 oz. individual unit UPC 753656711836 also sold in retail 6 pack with UPC 753656712338
Glanbia Performance Nutrition (Manufacturing), Inc
The RETAIL package is black cardboard box and product is described as: Publix Parmesan-Crusted Wild Alaskan Salmon Fillets, Frozen, net wt. 12 oz. Each retail box has 2 individually vacuum-packaged portions of 5oz salmon with 1oz of glaze of soy sauce for each portion. The salmon and glaze are both in a vacuum-packed twin saddle clear pack. Product of USA. Distributed by Publix Super Markets, Inc. Lakeland, FL. UPC 41415 30245 7. The MASTER case (at warehouse and retail store level) is desc
Ocean Beauty Seafoods LLC
Butternut Veggie Spirals Tray, 10oz, Keep Refrigerated
Pero Family Farms Company
Butternut Squash Bag, 5 lbs
Pero Family Farms Company
Maine Grains Inc. brand Organic Yellow Peas sold between 10/17/2019 and 11/1/2020; product was packaged in 25lb bulk bags, 12 x 1lb cases; and clear cellophane 1lb bags sold online and labelled as "Crop Rotation Organic Yellow Peas"
Maine Grains, Inc
Butternut Veggie Spirals Tray, Keep Refrigerated, NET WT 9.5oz (269g)
Pero Family Farms Company
HIland 1% Lowfat Chocolate Milk Half Pint UPC: 72060-00156-3 packaged in a paper carton 50 cartons per case
Hiland Dairy Foods Company, LLC
Butter Flavored Popcorn Artificially Flavored 8oz. UPC:7017306021
Bickel's Snack Foods Inc
Kowalski's Buffalo Cauliflower Bites with Kowalski's Steakhouse Blue Dressing. Net Wt. 22 oz (1 lb. 6 oz) 624 g. UPC 95631-89341. Keep Refrigerated. MFG BY: RDW Eagan, MN 55121
Russ Davis Wholesale Inc
Butternut Squash Tray, Keep Refrigerated, NET WT 12oz (341g)
Pero Family Farms Company
Butternut Cubed Butternut Tray, Keep Refrigerated, NET WT 13oz (368g)
Pero Family Farms Company
Reese Hollandaise Sauce packaged in glass jars 7.5 oz UPC: 7067060108
World Finer 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: 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.