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2022 Recall Year Insight

Federal agencies issued 5,957 product recalls indexed by PlainRecalls in calendar year 2022. That represents about 5.70% of the 104,423 total recalls we track from 1995 through the present, and averages roughly 16.3 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 120 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 2022.

On this page of 50 records, severity classification shows 16 critical, 34 moderate, and 0 lower-severity recalls. The page references 35 distinct recalling firms operating in 8 distinct product categories, with 43 of 50 records disclosing affected-unit counts. Issuing-agency distribution on this slice leans toward FDA Devices (25), FDA Food (13), 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 2022 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.

FDA Food Moderate Nov 16, 2022

Pad Thai Noodles Rama Foods (Brand) Net Wt.: 16 oz (1 LB) LDPE (Vacuum sealed package) 30 Pkgs./Per case Keep Refrigerated Mfg. date: 09/26/22

Rama Food Manufacture Corp

FDA Food Critical Nov 16, 2022

Whole Foods Market Dipping Caramel, PLU 34888 sold by the pound and packaged in nonflexible plastic containers

Whole Foods Market Brand 365, Llc

FDA Food Moderate Nov 16, 2022

JLM Sunflower Meat Roasted/Salted in clear plastic 10oz. tubs UPC 760208118135 12 retail units per case

JLM Manufacturing LLC

FDA Food Critical Nov 16, 2022

ReadyMeals Chicken Salad Quad, 12 oz., in a clear plastic container with four compartments, UPC 2 1352 40000 0, Distributed by: Safeway Inc., Pleasanton, CA 94588. Perishable - Keep Refrigerated

Albertsons Companies LLC

FDA Food Critical Nov 16, 2022

Bombolo Biscotti, Assorted Italian Cookies, Net WT. 16 oz (454g)

sotto i trulli

FDA Food Critical Nov 16, 2022

Vegan Drumsticks, 6.6 lb. bags. Ingredients: (NON GMO) Textured Soybean Fiber, Isolated Soy Protein, Soybean Oil, Sugar, Salt, Pepper Spice, Vegan Seasoning Keep Frozen

DA CHENG VEGETARIAN FOOD INC.

FDA Drug Critical Nov 16, 2022

Octreotide Acetate Injection 500 mcg/mL, 10 x 1 mL Single-Dose Unit-of-Use Syringes, For Subcutaneous or Intravenous Use, Rx Only, Manufactured for: Mylan Institutional LLC, Morgantown, WV 26505 U.S.A., Made in Italy, NDC: 67457-246-00 (syringe), 67457-246-01 (carton).

Viatris Inc

FDA Devices Moderate Nov 16, 2022

Y-CONNECTOR: 6" Small Kink Resistant Tubing Bifurcated Connector /2 Male Luer Locks, 1 Female Luer Lock, Labeled as: SUMMIT MEDICAL PRODUCTS, REF 220227; MPS Acacia CAT NO: BC-006-04; MEDICAL PRODUCTS SPECIALISTS EXTENSION SET, Catalog Number BC00604, pain control pump accessory

Avanos Medical, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Nov 16, 2022

Scalpel and StatLock included with HydroPICC Catheter Kit - PICC-142, Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter

Access Vascular, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Nov 16, 2022

Insulin Pump/Model: MiniMed 620G/ MMT-1750 MiniMed 640G/ MMT-1711, MMT-1712, MMT-1751, MMT-1752

Medtronic MiniMed

FDA Devices Moderate Nov 16, 2022

Cardinal Health GEL PACK REUSABLE, SMALL, Cat. 70204

Cardinal Health 200, LLC

FDA Devices Moderate Nov 16, 2022

Cardinal Health INSULATED GEL PACK REUSABLE, EXTRA LARGE, Cat. 80600

Cardinal Health 200, LLC

FDA Devices Moderate Nov 16, 2022

Cardinal Health Reusable Gel Pack, Hot/Cold Pack, 4.5 in. x 10 in., REF 70304A

Cardinal Health 200, LLC

FDA Devices Moderate Nov 16, 2022

X-Guide X-Mark Probe Tool -used for registering edentulous patients to the software or performing XMark registration. Catalog Number:P010673

X-NAV Technologies, LLC

FDA Devices Moderate Nov 16, 2022

NaturaLyte Liquid Acid concentrate, Part Number 08-0231-4, four (4) one-gallon bottles per bottle case. For dialysis.

Fresenius Medical Care Holdings, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Nov 16, 2022

Insulin Pump/Model: MiniMed 630G/ MMT-1715, MMT-1755, MMT-1754; MiniMed 670G/ MMT-1780, MMT-1781, MMT-1782, MMT-1760, MMT-1761, MMT-1762, MMT-1740, MMT-1741, MMT-1742

Medtronic MiniMed

FDA Devices Moderate Nov 16, 2022

Cardinal Health INSULATED GEL PACK REUSABLE, SMALL, Cat. 80204A

Cardinal Health 200, LLC

FDA Devices Moderate Nov 16, 2022

VITROS Chemistry Products Calibrator Kit 9 -(GEN) 22 of VITROS PHYT Slides For in vitro diagnostic use only. Product Code: 8568040 . VITROS Chemistry Products Calibrator Kit 9 is used to calibrate VITROS 250/350/5,1 FS/4600/XT 3400 Chemistry Systems and the VITROS 5600/XT 7600 Integrated Systems for the quantitative measurement of ACET, CRBM, DGXN, PHBR, and PHYT

Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Nov 16, 2022

Beaver Arthro-Lok Pointed Tip Curve L 4mm Blade-an orthopedic blade, which may be used in various types of orthopedic surgery (i.e. foot, ankle, hand, knee, hip or spine surgery). Catalog#: 376780

Beaver Visitec International, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Nov 16, 2022

NEO-fit Neonatal Endotracheal Tube Grip, Part Number 42-2540

CooperSurgical, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Nov 16, 2022

Cardinal Health INSULATED GEL PACK REUSABLE, MEDIUM, Cat. 80304A

Cardinal Health 200, LLC

FDA Devices Moderate Nov 16, 2022

Cardinal Health GEL PACK REUSABLE, EXTRA SMALL, Cat. 61115

Cardinal Health 200, LLC

FDA Devices Moderate Nov 16, 2022

Canon Aplio ultrasound system, Model: Aplio i900 TUS-AI900, Aplio i800 TUS-AI800, Aplio i700 TUS-AI700, Aplio a550 CUS-AA550, Aplio a450 CUS-AA450

Canon Medical System, USA, INC.

FDA Devices Moderate Nov 16, 2022

Sedecal Soltus Battery Mobile X-Ray System REF Soltus 450 Battery Mobile X-Ray System REF Soltus 500

SEDECAL SA

FDA Devices Moderate Nov 16, 2022

ORISE Gel Submucosal Lifting Agent--Indicated for use in gastrointestinal endoscopic procedures for submucosal lift of polyps, adenomas, early stage cancers or other gastrointestinal mucosal lesions, prior to excision with a snare or other suitable endoscopic device Packaged as follows: UPN: (1)Twin Pack Box 1 M00519200 (2)Twin Pack Box 10 M00519201 (3)Single Pack Box

Boston Scientific Corporation

FDA Devices Moderate Nov 16, 2022

ORISE Gel Syringe Submucosal Lifting Agent Kits: indicated for use in gastrointestinal endoscopic procedures for submucosal lift of polyps, adenomas, early-stage cancers or other gastrointestinal mucosal lesions, prior to excision with a snare or other suitable endoscopic device UPN: (1)Twin Pack Box 1 M00519210; (2)Twin Pack Box 10 M00519211; (3)Single Pack Box 10 M00519231

Boston Scientific Corporation

FDA Devices Moderate Nov 16, 2022

Cardinal Health HOT AND COLD GEL PACK REUSABLE, M, Cat. 70304

Cardinal Health 200, LLC

FDA Devices Moderate Nov 16, 2022

Disc Preparation instruments contained in the following products: CI-11050-08102515 Longer IdentiTi PO Trial Tip, 11A X 8P X 10 X 25mm, 15¿ TC11050 00840180510810 CI-11050-09102515 Longer IdentiTi PO Trial Tip, 12A X 9P X 10 X 25mm, 15¿ TC11050 00840180510827 CI-11050-10102515 Longer IdentiTi PO Trial Tip, 13A X 10P X 10 X 25mm, 15¿ TC11050 00840180510834 CI-11050-11102515 Longer IdentiTi PO Trial Tip, 14A X 11P X 10 X 25mm, 15¿ TC11050 00840180510841 CI-11050-12102515

Alphatec Spine, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Nov 16, 2022

Cardinal Health INSULATED GEL PACK REUSABLE, LARGE, Cat. 80104

Cardinal Health 200, LLC

FDA Devices Moderate Nov 16, 2022

FERNO POWER X1 AMBULANCE COT- Item #0015807/UDI-DI 00190790002183 with 36V Li-Ion Batteries Model Number #0822484/0822483 Note: Transcend Stair Chair Powertraxx (Item #0731403/UDI-DI 00190790004064) not included in this action).

Ferno-Washington Inc

FDA Devices Moderate Nov 16, 2022

Zio AT Clinical Reference Manual, Part: ALB0031, and Zio AT Important Information Pamphlet, Part: ALB0034. For Zio Ambulatory ECG monitoring system

iRhythm Technologies, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Nov 16, 2022

ORISE ProKnife Procedure Kits: indicated for use in gastrointestinal endoscopic procedures for submucosal lift of polyps, adenomas, early stage cancers or other gastrointestinal mucosal lesions, prior to excision with a snare or other suitable endoscopic device. UPN (1)ORISE ProKnife 1.5 mm Electrode - Kit M00519380; (2) ORISE ProKnife 2.0 mm Electrode - Kit M00519390;

Boston Scientific Corporation

USDA FSIS Critical Nov 16, 2022

Tyson Fresh Meats, Inc. Recalls Raw Ground Beef Products Due to Possible Foreign Matter Contamination

Tyson Fresh Meats, Inc.

NHTSA No agency class Nov 15, 2022

TESLA 2020-2023: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS

TESLA

NHTSA No agency class Nov 15, 2022

TESLA 2021-2023: AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE

TESLA

NHTSA No agency class Nov 15, 2022

FORD 2021-2022: VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR

FORD

NHTSA No agency class Nov 11, 2022

KIA 2017-2018: HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM

KIA

CPSC No agency class Nov 10, 2022

CPSC Reannounces Recall of Generac Portable Generators; Additional Finger Amputation and Crushing Injury Reported; New Repair Kit Available

Generac Power Systems, of Waukesha, Wisconsin

CPSC No agency class Nov 10, 2022

Hunter Fan Recalls Lighting Products Due to Shock Hazard

CPSC No agency class Nov 10, 2022

Mockingbird Recalls Single-to-Double Strollers Due to Fall Hazard

NHTSA No agency class Nov 10, 2022

SUBARU 2009-2013: SEAT BELTS

SUBARU

NHTSA No agency class Nov 10, 2022

RAM 2020-2023: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

RAM

NHTSA No agency class Nov 10, 2022

INTERNATIONAL 2023: WHEELS:HUB

INTERNATIONAL

FDA Food Critical Nov 9, 2022

Halibut (fillets and portions) packed in 10-50 lb. corrugated cardboard or Styrofoam boxes

Mariscos Bahia Inc

FDA Food Critical Nov 9, 2022

Fresh Salmon Fillet Portions (6,7,8,9,10 oz.) packed in 10-50 lb. corrugated cardboard or Styrofoam boxes

Mariscos Bahia Inc

FDA Food Moderate Nov 9, 2022

Bella Cucina Artful Food Porcini & Parmesan Pesto Net Wt. 6 oz (169g) jar, UPC 6 19193 00146 8 Manufactured by Bella Cucina Artful Food Atlanta, GA 30310

Bella Brands, LLC DBA Bella Cucina Artful Food

FDA Food Moderate Nov 9, 2022

Food Club Cottage Cheese with Pineapple, 16 oz; Hannaford Cottage Cheese with Pineapple, 16 oz; Hood Cottage Cheese with Pineapple, 16 oz and 24 oz; Market Basket Cottage Cheese with Pineapple, 16 oz; Penn Maid Cottage Cheese with Pineapple, 16 oz;

HP Hood LLC

FDA Food Moderate Nov 9, 2022

Bella Cucina Artful Food Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto Net Wt. 3 oz (84.5g) jar, UPC 6 19193 00213 7 Manufactured by Bella Cucina Artful Food Atlanta, GA 30310

Bella Brands, LLC DBA Bella Cucina Artful Food

FDA Food Critical Nov 9, 2022

Reny Picot 8 oz Baked Brie, Plain UPC 033421050088 Mexideli 12 oz Baked Brie, Plain no UPC N/A LA BONNE VIE 8 oz Baked Brie, Plain UPC 820581678814 PRIMO TAGLIO 8 oz Baked Brie, Plain UPC 021130098460

Old Europe Cheese, Inc.

FDA Food Moderate Nov 9, 2022

BRIE EN CROUTE WITH RASPBERRY

Kabobs Acquisition Inc.

Nearby Recall Years

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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 2022

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 2022 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 September 2026.