PlainRecalls

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 11 critical, 39 moderate, and 0 lower-severity recalls. The page references 26 distinct recalling firms operating in 6 distinct product categories, with 44 of 50 records disclosing affected-unit counts. Issuing-agency distribution on this slice leans toward FDA Devices (29), FDA Food (9), NHTSA (5), 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 Devices Moderate Sep 7, 2022

Aesculap ENNOVATE SET SCREW STERILE-implants are used for dorsal monosegmental and multisegmental stabilization of the lumbar, thoracic and sacral spine. Article Number: 52758014

Aesculap Implant Systems LLC

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 7, 2022

Pentacam AXL REF 70100, Pentacam HR REF 70900. Used to image the anterior segment of the eye.

Oculus Optikgeraete GMBH

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 7, 2022

DeRoyal Sterile Custom Kits containing ICU Medical MicroClave Clear Connectors

DeRoyal Industries Inc

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 7, 2022

Artis icono biplane- Model No. 11327600 Artis icono floor- Model No. 11327700

Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 7, 2022

ARCHITECT STAT Troponin-I Reagent Kit, REF 2K41-27

Abbott Laboratories

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 7, 2022

VITEK 2 / MYLA VITEK 2 Software versions 8.01, 8.02 (veterinary use only), 9.01, 9.02, 9.03 MYLA Software versions V4.8 and V4.9

bioMerieux, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 7, 2022

T-Cell Xtend REF TTK.610 US

OXFORD IMMUNOTEC LTD

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 7, 2022

The PRM is intended to be used as part of the ZOOM LATITUDE Programming System to communicate with Boston Scientific implantable pulse generators. The software in use controls all communication functions for the pulse generator.

Boston Scientific Corporation

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 7, 2022

Dimension Vista LOCI CA 15-3 Flex reagent cartridge. In Vitro Diagnostic for the quantitative measurement of CA 15-3. Siemens Material Number (SMN)/Ref Catalog Number : 10464344/K6456

Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 7, 2022

FGFR RGQ RT-PCR Kit (RUO, not IVD) REF 8747010

Qiagen Sciences LLC

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 7, 2022

DigitalDiagnost C50 1.1

Philips North America Llc

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 7, 2022

AggreGuide A-100 Instrument

Aggredyne, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 7, 2022

T-SPOT.TB REF TB.300 US

OXFORD IMMUNOTEC LTD

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 7, 2022

INFX-8000V. For radiographic and fluoroscopic studies and intervention.

Canon Medical System, USA, INC.

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 7, 2022

Metalogix Self-Drill Half-Pin, a component of the Revolution External Fixation System. Orthopedic. Metalogix Self-Drill Half-Pin 5x30x215mm REF 620030 Metalogix Self-Drill Half-Pin 5x40x215mm REF 620040 Metalogix Self-Drill Half-Pin 5x60x215mm REF 620060 Metalogix Self-Drill Half-Pin 5x80x215mm REF 620080

New Standard Device Inc

FDA Devices Critical Sep 7, 2022

NIM EMG Endotracheal Tube, Part Numbers: a) REF 8229308 b) REF 8229307 c) REF 8229306

Medtronic Xomed, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 7, 2022

therascreen FGFR RGQ RT-PCR Kit (CE IVD, not sold in the US) REF 874711

Qiagen Sciences LLC

FDA Devices Critical Sep 7, 2022

NIM CONTACT EMG Endotracheal Tube, Part Numbers: a) REF 8229508 b) REF 8229507 c) REF 8229506

Medtronic Xomed, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 7, 2022

Pentacam AXL Wave REF 70020. Used to image the anterior segment of the eye.

Oculus Optikgeraete GMBH

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 7, 2022

AIM-V Medium REF AV.200/500

OXFORD IMMUNOTEC LTD

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 7, 2022

Artis Q floor- Model No. 10848280 Artis Q ceiling- Model No. 10848281 Artis Q biplane- Model No. 10848282 Artis Q zeego- Model No. 10848283 Artis Q.zen floor- Model No. 10848353 Artis Q.zen ceiling- Model No. 10848354 Artis Q.zen biplane- Model No. 10848355

Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 7, 2022

Artis pheno- Model No. 10849000

Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 7, 2022

Pentacam HR REF 70900. Used to image the anterior segment of the eye.

Oculus Optikgeraete GMBH

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 7, 2022

The PRM is intended to be used as part of the ZOOM LATITUDE Programming System to communicate with Boston Scientific implantable pulse generators. The software in use controls all communication functions for the pulse generator.

Boston Scientific Corporation

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 7, 2022

therascreen FGFR RGQ RT-PCR kit (US IVD) REF 874721

Qiagen Sciences LLC

FDA Devices Critical Sep 7, 2022

NIM EMG Endotracheal Tube, Part Numbers: a) REF 8229307J b) REF 8229308J c) REF 8229306J

Medtronic Xomed, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 7, 2022

The Programmer/Recorder/Monitor (PRM) is intended to be used as part of the ZOOM LATITUDE Programming System to communicate with Boston Scientific implantable pulse generators. The software in use controls all communication functions for the pulse generator.

Boston Scientific Corporation

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 7, 2022

TaperFit Stem, Size 0, 38mm OFFSET, 12/14 Taper + 188.550 Centraliser, For Cemented Use, REF 588.3800. Orthopedic hip implant component.

Corin Ltd

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 7, 2022

EverFlex Self-Expanding Peripheral Stent with Entrust Delivery System

Medtronic Inc.

NHTSA No agency class Sep 7, 2022

NISSAN 2020-2023: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

NISSAN

NHTSA No agency class Sep 7, 2022

BMW 2019-2022: SEATS

BMW

USDA FSIS Moderate Sep 7, 2022

Sunset Farm Foods Inc., Recalls Sausage Products Due to Possible Foreign Matter Contamination

Sunset Farm Foods, Inc.

USDA FSIS Critical Sep 6, 2022

Magnolia Provision Company, Inc., Recalls Beef Jerky Products Due to Possible Listeria Contamination

Magnolia Provision Co., Inc.

CPSC No agency class Sep 1, 2022

Kolan Recalls Children's Sandals Due to Violation of Federal Lead Content Ban; Sold Exclusively on Amazon.com (Recall Alert)

CPSC No agency class Sep 1, 2022

Snow Joe Recalls Sun Joe® Cordless Lawn Mowers Due to Laceration Hazard

CPSC No agency class Sep 1, 2022

TJX Recalls Outdoor Metal Hanging Chairs Due to Fall Hazard

CPSC No agency class Sep 1, 2022

UPPAbaby Recalls RIDGE Jogging Strollers Due to Fingertip Amputation Hazard; One Injury to Child Reported

CPSC No agency class Sep 1, 2022

Yuboloo Recalls Infant Bath Seats Due to Drowning Hazard; Sold Exclusively on Amazon.com (Recall Alert)

NHTSA No agency class Sep 1, 2022

NISSAN 2021-2022: SEAT BELTS: REAR/OTHER:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY

NISSAN

NHTSA No agency class Sep 1, 2022

HONDA 2020-2021: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM):SOFTWARE

HONDA

NHTSA No agency class Sep 1, 2022

TOYOTA 2022: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

TOYOTA

FDA Food Moderate Aug 31, 2022

Enjoy Life Chewy Bars Caramel Blondie (Chocolate Chip and Caramel), 5.75 oz (165g) UPC 819597011258 and 819597011333

Enjoy Life Natural Brands, LLC

FDA Food Moderate Aug 31, 2022

Enjoy Life Brownie Bites Rich Chocolate, 4.76 oz UPC 819597013290

Enjoy Life Natural Brands, LLC

FDA Food Moderate Aug 31, 2022

Enjoy Life Soft Baked Fruit & Oat Breakfast Ovals - Apple Cinnamon, 8.8 oz. UPC 819597012569

Enjoy Life Natural Brands, LLC

FDA Food Moderate Aug 31, 2022

Enjoy Life Chewy Bars Sunseed Crunch, 5.75 oz UPC 853522000627

Enjoy Life Natural Brands, LLC

FDA Food Moderate Aug 31, 2022

Homemade Bofrot/Puff Puff mix, Pegroks Kitchen 24 ounce packages - 12 packages per case packaged in purple mylar bags

Pegroks Kitchen

FDA Food Critical Aug 31, 2022

Tovala Gochujang-Glazed Salmon Bowl meal No.18-A

TOVALA

FDA Food Moderate Aug 31, 2022

Abbott Jevity Complete, Balanced Nutrition with Fiber Ready to Hang enteral feeding container 1.5 Cal (for tube feeding) 1000 mL 8-33.8 FL OZ (1L) Bottles 270 FL OZ (8L) Liter UPC: 7007462681 62681

Abbott Laboratories

FDA Food Critical Aug 31, 2022

Tovala Gochujang-Glazed Pork Chop Bowl meal No.9-A

TOVALA

FDA Food Moderate Aug 31, 2022

Enjoy Life Soft Baked Cookies Snickerdoodle, 6 oz .(170g) UPC 853522000184 Trader Joe's Soft-Baked Snickerdoodles, 6 oz. UPC 0094 0757

Enjoy Life Natural Brands, LLC

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: 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.