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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 11 critical, 38 moderate, and 1 lower-severity recalls. The page references 23 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 Food (31), NHTSA (8), FDA Drug (4), 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.

NHTSA Critical Feb 16, 2021

FORD 2021: SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM

FORD

NHTSA Critical Feb 16, 2021

FORD,LINCOLN,MERCURY 2005-2014: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

FORD,LINCOLN,MERCURY

CPSC Moderate Feb 12, 2021

NZXT Recalls H1 Computer Cases Due to Fire Hazard

NHTSA Critical Feb 12, 2021

FREIGHTLINER 2021-2022: ENGINE

FREIGHTLINER

NHTSA Moderate Feb 12, 2021

MERCEDES-BENZ 2017-2021: COMMUNICATION

MERCEDES-BENZ

NHTSA Critical Feb 12, 2021

MERCEDES-BENZ 2020-2021: ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC):CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE

MERCEDES-BENZ

CPSC Moderate Feb 11, 2021

Rep Fitness Recalls Strap Safety Brackets Due to Injury Hazard (Recall Alert)

CPSC Moderate Feb 11, 2021

Yamaha Recalls Recreational Off-Highway Vehicles Due to Crash and Injury Hazards (Recall Alert)

NHTSA Critical Feb 11, 2021

NISSAN 2021: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

NISSAN

NHTSA Critical Feb 11, 2021

FREIGHTLINER 2015-2017: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:COOLING UNIT AND LINES

FREIGHTLINER

NHTSA Critical Feb 11, 2021

CHEVROLET,GMC 2021: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

CHEVROLET,GMC

FDA Food Moderate Feb 10, 2021

Lancaster Squash Planks, 21 Ounces, in a PET Clamshell, UPC 8 13055 01272 6

Lancaster Foods LLC

FDA Food Moderate Feb 10, 2021

Gift Baskets 1. Lake Champlain Chocolates - BASKET OF CHEER 2.4lbs - online stock code 1X315-000002-1 UPC:76993305235 2. Lake Champlain chocolat…

Champlain Chocolate Company

FDA Food Moderate Feb 10, 2021

Five Star Bar - Organic Milk Chocolate Bar with Sea Salt & Almonds - 3oz.; UPC: 76993385498

Champlain Chocolate Company

FDA Food Moderate Feb 10, 2021

Milk Chocolate Almond Bark Online stock code: 1Y310-000017-1 UPC:76993303050

Champlain Chocolate Company

FDA Food Moderate Feb 10, 2021

Nongshim brand Shin Ramyun; Sold in the following packaging configurations: 4.2 oz, individual bags UPC 031146150601 16 count box (16 x 4.2 oz. pkgs…

Nongshim America, Inc.

FDA Food Moderate Feb 10, 2021

O Organics Plant Based Mushroom and Veggie Organic Burger Patties, 10 oz Package of 4/ 2.5oz patties packaged in cardboard box

Goodman Food Products Texas Inc

FDA Food Moderate Feb 10, 2021

Lake Champlain chocolates -FIVE STAR ALMOND Dark Chocolate 1.9oz - online stock code 1Y304-024008-1;UPC: 76993385800

Champlain Chocolate Company

FDA Food Moderate Feb 10, 2021

Lake Champlain chocolates - Milk Chocolate Bar Library 1.1 lbs.- online stock code 1Y515-000001-1; UPC: 76993385757

Champlain Chocolate Company

FDA Food Moderate Feb 10, 2021

"Lake Champlain Chocolates ***NET WT. 9 oz. (255 g)***a sensational best-of valentines collection***"UPC: 76993385787 https://www.lakechamplaincho…

Champlain Chocolate Company

FDA Food Moderate Feb 10, 2021

Lancaster Butternut Squash Noodles 12 oz.(340g); UPC 8 13055 01749 3, 8 13055 01864 3

Lancaster Foods LLC

FDA Food Moderate Feb 10, 2021

Lake Champlain Chocolates - gift basket- BE MINE; Net Wt. 2lbs.; UPC: 76993305237 Gift basket contains the following items: 21 piece Grand Valen…

Champlain Chocolate Company

FDA Food Critical Feb 10, 2021

RUFFLES "PARTY SIZE" ORIGINAL POTATO CHIPS 13 1/2 oz. UPC 028400034005 packaged in flexible bags

Frito-Lay, Inc. Headquarters

FDA Food Moderate Feb 10, 2021

Amy's Soups made with organic Lentils - Golden Lentil - Indian Dal. Net Wt. 14.4 oz (408g) Ready to serve - do not add water Ingredient: Filtere…

Amys Kitchen Inc

FDA Food Moderate Feb 10, 2021

Own Brands , Butternut Squash Noodles, 12 Ounces, in a PET Clamshell, UPC 6 88267 17259 5

Lancaster Foods LLC

FDA Food Moderate Feb 10, 2021

Own Brands , Squash Noodle Medley, 20 Ounces, in a PET Clamshell, UPC 6 88267 18585 4

Lancaster Foods LLC

FDA Food Moderate Feb 10, 2021

"Wildtree***Leslies Chili Blend***Organic & Gluten Free***Net Wt. 3.7 oz. ***Distributed by: Wildtree"

Wildtree Inc.

FDA Food Moderate Feb 10, 2021

Door County Coffee & Tea Co. French Vanilla Flavored Cappuccino. 10 Single Serve cups .51 oz (14g)/EA. Net Wt. 5.1 oz. (144g)

Door County Coffee & Tea Co., Inc.

FDA Food Critical Feb 10, 2021

Pisiva Pea Protein 80% 20 kg (44 lbs) packaged in poly lined kraft paper bags.

Hill Pharma Inc

FDA Food Moderate Feb 10, 2021

Chocolate Selection (Holiday and regular) 1.Holiday Selection label reads in part: "Lake Champlain Chocolates ***Chocolate Selection***Net Wt 9 oz…

Champlain Chocolate Company

FDA Food Moderate Feb 10, 2021

Lancaster Butternut Squash Chunks, 12, 20, 24, 40 Ounces and 2.5 lbs. in a PET Clamshell, 2 per case, 4 per case, 6 per case . UPC: 8 13055 01596 3…

Lancaster Foods LLC

FDA Food Moderate Feb 10, 2021

Lake Champlain chocolates - FIVE STAR BAR 6 PACK - Five Star Bar Collection 11.4oz - online stock code 1Y304-006002-1; UPC: 76993385688

Champlain Chocolate Company

FDA Food Critical Feb 10, 2021

Dole Endless Summer Salad Kit; 13 oz. bag UPC: 0-71430-01073-0 Contains Milk, Wheat Distributed by Dole Fresh Vegetables, Inc., Monterey, CA …

Dole Fresh Vegetables Inc

FDA Food Moderate Feb 10, 2021

Lake Champlain chocolates -FIVE STAR BAR FRUIT&NUT Dark chocolate 1.9oz - online stock code 1Y304-024002-1; UPC: 76993300502

Champlain Chocolate Company

FDA Food Moderate Feb 10, 2021

Lake Champlain chocolates -FIVE STAR BAR GRANOLA Dark Chocolate 1.9oz - online stock code 1Y304-024005-1;UPC:76993385318

Champlain Chocolate Company

FDA Food Moderate Feb 10, 2021

Chocolates of Vermont 1.Lake Champlain Chocolates - Chocolates of Vermont - Assorted Bulk 2.5 lbs. - Online Stock code: 1Y302-000000-1 UPC: 76993…

Champlain Chocolate Company

FDA Food Moderate Feb 10, 2021

Lake Champlain chocolates -Classic Chocolate Bar Library 1.1 lbs.- online stock code 1Y515-000004-1; UPC: 76993385760

Champlain Chocolate Company

FDA Food Moderate Feb 10, 2021

Lancaster Autumn Squash Medley, 16 Ounces, in a PET Clamshell, UPC 8 13055 01115 6

Lancaster Foods LLC

FDA Food Moderate Feb 10, 2021

Lancaster Veggie Rice Blend, 15 Ounces, in a stand-up steam pouch with 'grab & steam' printed on the header, UPC 8 13055 01014 2

Lancaster Foods LLC

FDA Food Moderate Feb 10, 2021

Lake Champlain chocolates -FIVE STAR HAZELNUT BAR Milk Chocolate 1.8oz - online stock code 1Y304-024004-1; UPC: 76993300504

Champlain Chocolate Company

FDA Food Moderate Feb 10, 2021

Lancaster Squash Noodle Medley, 20 Ounces, in a PET Clamshell, UPC 8 13055 01836 0

Lancaster Foods LLC

FDA Food Moderate Feb 10, 2021

"Wildtree***Taco Seasoning***Organic & Gluten Free***Net Wt. 8 oz.***Distributed by: Wildtree"

Wildtree Inc.

FDA Drug Moderate Feb 10, 2021

Metformin Hydrochloride Extended-Release Tablets, USP, 750 mg, 100 Tablets per bottle, Rx Only, Manufactured by: Nostrum Laboratories, Inc., Kansas C…

Nostrum Laboratories Inc

FDA Drug Low Feb 10, 2021

Oseltamivir Phosphate for Oral Suspension, 6 mg/mL, 60 mL (usable volume after constitution), Rx only, Manufactured for:Lupin Pharmaceuticals, Inc. B…

Lupin Pharmaceuticals Inc.

FDA Drug Moderate Feb 10, 2021

Nortriptyline HCl Capsules, USP equivalent to 10mg base Mfd. by: Taro Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. Haifa Bay, Israel 2624761 Dist. by: Taro Pharmac…

Taro Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc.

FDA Drug Moderate Feb 10, 2021

Acetaminophen Injection 1,000 mg per 100 mL (10 mg/mL), 100 mL Single Dose Vial, For Intravenous Use Only, Distributed by: AuroMedics Pharma LLC 279 …

AuroMedics Pharma LLC

FDA Devices Moderate Feb 10, 2021

Philips EPIQ Diagnostic Ultrasound System; Model Numbers: EPIQ Elite, EPIQ 5G, EPIQ 5C, EPIQ 7G, EPIQ 7C, EPIQ CVx & EPIQ CVxi. MOD EPIQ Elite DIA…

Philips Ultrasound Inc

FDA Devices Moderate Feb 10, 2021

Philips EPIQ Diagnostic Ultrasound System, Models EPIQ Elite, EPIQ 5G, EPIQ 5C, EPIQ 5W, EPIQ 7G, EPIQ 7C, EPIQ 7W, EPIQ CVx & EPIQ CVxi - Product Us…

Philips Ultrasound Inc

FDA Devices Moderate Feb 10, 2021

Ethicon Dermabond Advanced Topical Skin Adhesive-topical skin adhesive to hold closed easily approximated skin edges of wounds from surgical incision…

Ethicon, Inc.

FDA Devices Critical Feb 10, 2021

Liko Multirall 200 overhead lift- overhead lift is a general-purpose lift with the intended use in healthcare, intensive care and rehabilitation. A…

Hill-Rom, 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