PlainRecalls

2023 Recall Year Insight

Federal agencies issued 6,706 product recalls indexed by PlainRecalls in calendar year 2023. That represents about 6.42% of the 104,423 total recalls we track from 1995 through the present, and averages roughly 18.4 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 135 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 2023.

On this page of 50 records, severity classification shows 11 critical, 38 moderate, and 1 lower-severity recalls. The page references 32 distinct recalling firms operating in 7 distinct product categories, with 44 of 50 records disclosing affected-unit counts. Issuing-agency distribution on this slice leans toward FDA Devices (30), NHTSA (6), CPSC (6), 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 2023 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 27, 2023

Stryker ACM (Advanced Cement Mixing): 180-Gram Cement Cartridge with Breakaway Femoral Nozzle-Allows the user to mix bone cement with a constant high vacuum through the process Catalog Number: 0206-530-000

Stryker Corporation

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 27, 2023

DJO Surgical: Delta Ceramic Femoral Head, 44 mm + 4.0 mm, REF: 400-03-443

Encore Medical, LP

FDA Devices Critical Sep 27, 2023

Hamilton-MR1, REF: 161010, Intensive Care Ventilator

Hamilton Medical, Inc.

FDA Devices Critical Sep 27, 2023

Hamilton-C1, REF: 161001, Portable Intensive Care Ventilator

Hamilton Medical, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 27, 2023

Omnipod 5 Automated Insulin Delivery System

Insulet Corporation

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 27, 2023

DJO Surgical: CLP Hip, Stem, Polished Neck, Lateral Offset Implant, Size#3, REF: 426-11-030

Encore Medical, LP

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 27, 2023

DJO Surgical: Reverse Shoulder System (RSP) Semi Humeral Socket Insert, 32mm, REF: 508-01-032; Baseplate, Glenoid HA-Coat, RSP, 6.5mm X 30mm, REF: 508-32-104; Reverse Shoulder System (RSP) Glenoid, Neutral Head W/ Retaining Screw, 36mm, REF: 508-36-101

Encore Medical, LP

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 27, 2023

COPAN REF: 2U045S01 300uL Transfer Pipette Individually wrapped pipettes, 1000 pcs.

Copan Diagnostics Inc

FDA Devices Critical Sep 27, 2023

Hamilton-T1, REF: MSP161339/02, ESM Shielding Set, Spare Part for ventilator

Hamilton Medical, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 27, 2023

Philips Tempus Pro Patient Monitor, REF: 00-1004-R, 00-1007-R, 00-1024-R, 00-1026-R, 00-1004, and 00-1007, when Used With Tempus Pro Video Laryngoscope, REF 01-2044

Remote Diagnostic Technologies Ltd.

FDA Devices Critical Sep 27, 2023

Hamilton-T1, REF: 161009, Intensive Care and Transport Ventilator

Hamilton Medical, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 27, 2023

Arrow ErgoPack, Pressure Injectable Two-Lumen PICC pre-loaded with Arrow VPS Stylet, REF CDC-35552-VPS; Catheter: Percutaneous, implanted, long-term intravascular catheter

ARROW INTERNATIONAL Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 27, 2023

PDS Plus Antibacterial (polydioxanone) Suture, Product Numbers PDP072H40, PDP259H50, PDP416H50, PDP441H50, PDP442H50, PDP489G50, PDP489H40, PDP497G51, PDP497H16, PDP497H40, PDP498H40, PDP502V05, PDP507V05, PDP510V05, PDP515V05, PDP662H50, PDP663H50, PDP684H40, PDP9615H40, PDP9625H40, PDP9626H40, PDP9631H40, PDP9715H15, PDP9715H40, PDP9733H16, PDP9861H40, PDP9865H40, XWPDP421H40, XWPDP423H40, XWPDP442H40, XWPDP443H16

ETHICON, LLC

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 27, 2023

VITROS XT Chemistry Products TBIL-ALKP Slides

Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics, INc.

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 27, 2023

Stryker ACM (Advanced Cement Mixing)System: ACM Kit w/ Femoral Breakaway Nozzle, Restrictors & Prox. Med. Press- Allows the user to mix bone cement with a constant high vacuum through the process. Catalog Number: 0306-705-000

Stryker Corporation

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 27, 2023

FLUIDSHIELD 3 N95 Particulate Filter Respirator and Surgical Mask with SO SOFT* Lining, Orange, size small, Product Code 46827

O&M HALYARD, INC.

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 27, 2023

Stryker ACM (Advanced Cement Mixing)System: ACM Kit w/ Femoral Breakaway Nozzle, Restrictors & Prox. Press-Allows the user to mix bone cement with a constant high vacuum through the process Catalog Number: 0306-703-000

Stryker Corporation

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 27, 2023

Stryker ACM (Advanced Cement Mixing) System: ACM Kit w/ Femoral Breakaway Nozzle & Solid Blades-Allows the user to mix bone cement with a constant high vacuum through the process Catalog Number: 0306-564-000

Stryker Corporation

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 27, 2023

Stryker ACM (Advanced Cement Mixing) System: ACM Kit w/ Femoral Breakaway Nozzle & Prox. Med. Press-Allows the user to mix bone cement with a constant high vacuum through the process Catalog Number: 0306-573-000

Stryker Corporation

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 27, 2023

Prucka 3 Amplifiers, Model P1801PA, and Field Replaceable Units (FRUs), Model 5875569, used with CardioLab AltiX and ComboLab AltiX.

GE Medical Systems Information Technologies Inc

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 27, 2023

smith&nephew LEGION OXINUM POSTERIOR STABILIZED NONPOROUS FERMOAL COMPONENT, SIZE 5N, LEFT, NARROW, REF 71421265; knee joint

Smith & Nephew Inc

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 27, 2023

TyTek PneumoDart- Intended for introduction into the body to facilitate removal of air from the pleural cavity in patients with a tension pneumothorax Model Number: TM-317

Tytek Medical Inc

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 27, 2023

TyTek Tension Pneumothorax Access Kit TPAK10: 10 gauge, 3.25 inch- Intended for introduction into the body to facilitate removal of air from the pleural cavity in patients with a tension pneumothorax Model Number: TM-310

Tytek Medical Inc

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 27, 2023

MINISCAV (tm) Vacuum Pump

R A Medical Services

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 27, 2023

PDS II (polydioxanone) Suture, Product Numbers Z844G-50, D10065-05, D10085-05, D6776-05, D6776-05, D9297-05, D9297-05, Z259H-50, Z259H-50, Z259H-50, Z259H-50, Z259H-50, Z259H-50, Z259H-50, Z259H-50, Z259H-50, Z259H-50, Z259H-50, Z259H-50, Z259H-50, Z259H-50, Z259H-50, Z416H-50, Z416H-50, Z416H-50, Z416H-50, Z416H-50, Z416H-50, Z416H-50, Z416H-50, Z421H-50, Z421H-50, Z421H-50, Z422H-50, Z422H-50, Z422H-50, Z422H-50, Z422H-50, Z422H-50, Z422H-50, Z423H-50, Z423H-50, Z423H-50, Z442H-50, Z442H-50, Z

ETHICON, LLC

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 27, 2023

DJO Surgical: Altivate Reverse, Humeral Stem, Small Shell, Size 6 x 108mm, REF: 533-06-108

Encore Medical, LP

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 27, 2023

Gallant HF Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy Defibrillator: HF CRT-D REF CDHFA500Q Neutrino HF Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy Defibrillator: NxT HF CRT-D REF CDHFA600Q Entrant HF Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy Defibrillator : HF CRT-D REF CDHFA300Q The primary function of ICDs and CRT-Ds are to treat life-threatening ventricular tachyarrhythmias via anti-tachycardia pacing (ATP), or cardioversion/defibrillation. Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillators (ICDs) can either be a dua

Abbott Medical

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 27, 2023

SofTech Pressure-Sensing Wheelchair Cushions

Aquila Corporation

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 27, 2023

Liquid Assayed Chemistry Control Premium Plus Level 3, Catalog Number LAE4215

Randox Laboratories Ltd.

FDA Devices Moderate Sep 27, 2023

COOLIEF RF Generator is an 80-watt Radio-Frequency (RF) Generator with four independent RF channels, allowing all RF channels to be activated individually or altogether. The system is controlled via a touch screen interface display that includes user controls, alarm messages, and on-screen selection of lesioning modalities.

Avanos Medical, Inc.

NHTSA No agency class Sep 27, 2023

PETERBILT 2021-2024: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

PETERBILT

NHTSA No agency class Sep 25, 2023

KIA 2010-2017: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE

KIA

USDA FSIS Critical Sep 25, 2023

Del Valle Import and Export, LLC, Recalls Ineligible Pork Chicharrones Product Imported From Honduras

USDA FSIS Moderate Sep 23, 2023

Green Valley Foods Recalls Frozen Meat Pizza Products Due to Misbranding and Undeclared Allergens

Green Valley Foods

NHTSA No agency class Sep 22, 2023

HYUNDAI 2010-2015: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE

HYUNDAI

NHTSA No agency class Sep 22, 2023

HYUNDAI 2024: SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:RETRACTOR

HYUNDAI

NHTSA No agency class Sep 22, 2023

KIA 2023: SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM

KIA

CPSC No agency class Sep 21, 2023

DR Power Equipment Recalls DR Power Chipper Shredders Due to Laceration Hazard

Generac Power Systems Inc., of Waukesha, Wisconsin

CPSC No agency class Sep 21, 2023

FXI Recalls Novaform ComfortGrande and DreamAway Mattresses Due to Risk of Mold Exposure; Sold Exclusively at Costco (Recall Alert)

FXI Inc., of Radnor, Pennsylvania

CPSC No agency class Sep 21, 2023

H&M Recalls Men's Clasp Beaded Bracelets Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard; High Levels of Lead Content

CPSC No agency class Sep 21, 2023

HONEY JOY Recalls Infant Swings Due to Suffocation Hazard and Violation of Federal Safety Standards; Sold Exclusively on Amazon.com

HONEY JOY COMPANY, of Fontana, California

CPSC No agency class Sep 21, 2023

Make Believe Ideas Recalls Seven Rainbow Road Board Books Due to Choking Hazard

CPSC No agency class Sep 21, 2023

Shimano Recalls Cranksets for Bicycles Due to Crash Hazard

Shimano North America Bicycle Inc., of Irvine, California

NHTSA No agency class Sep 21, 2023

SUBARU 2023: POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT

SUBARU

FDA Food Moderate Sep 20, 2023

Cream Cheese Rangoon NET WT: 5.00 LB. (2.26 KG) CT/CS: 100 PS (5 TRAYS X 20 PCS UPC: (01)10664383187016(15)112823(10)0601233A1W package in corrugated cardboard case.

Pegasus Foods, Inc.

FDA Food Low Sep 20, 2023

La Reyna Salsa Roja, Gluten Free / Medium. Product Code 1783. Net Wt 16 oz. UPC 7 52830-92630 1. Keep Refrigerated. La Reyna, 202 4th, Vinton IA 42349

Twin Cities Co-Op Partners Inc.

FDA Food Moderate Sep 20, 2023

Individually Quick Frozen (IQF) Corn, distributed in bulk cases (1kg, 10kg, 12kg, 15kg, 25kg) to consignees for further processing. Cases are read in parts: Product of U.S.A. Packed By Twin City Foods, Inc. Stanwood, Washington. Super Sweet Grade A Cut Corn Blanched Vegetables, net wt. 12kg (12/1kg bags per case). Super Sweet Grade A Cut Corn Blanched Vegetable, net wt. 10kg Super Sweet Cut Corn Blanched Vegetables, net wt. 12kg Super Sweet Cut Corn Blanched Vegetables, LARGE, net wt. 12kg Sup

Twin City Foods, Inc.

FDA Food Moderate Sep 20, 2023

Ritchie's Distribution Pizza Dough on Parchment: packaged as 16in (regular)

Cassanos Inc

FDA Food Moderate Sep 20, 2023

Knorr Fideos con Tomate Tomato Based Pasta Soup Mix 3.5 oz UPC: 048001716162

Conopco DBA Unilever

FDA Food Moderate Sep 20, 2023

Mixed Vegetables BEST PRICE TOPVALU, net per bag 500g. Label is in foreign language. 4549414484120 Food Lion Mixed Vegetables Carrots, Corn, Green Beans & Peas. Product of USA, net wt. per bag 16oz, 12 bags per case. Distributed by Food Lion, LLC Salisbury, NC. UPC 35826005090 Kroger Mixed Vegetables Carrots, Super Sweet Corn, Green Beans & Green Peas. Product of USA, net wt. per bag 12oz, 14 bags per case. Distributed by The Kroger C. Cincinnati, OH. UPC 11110849625 Kroger Mixed Vegetables C

Twin City Foods, Inc.

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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 2023

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 2023 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.