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 4 critical, 46 moderate, and 0 lower-severity recalls. The page references 17 distinct recalling firms operating in 6 distinct product categories, with 47 of 50 records disclosing affected-unit counts. Issuing-agency distribution on this slice leans toward FDA Devices (39), CPSC (7), NHTSA (3), 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 May 10, 2023

Linkbio Corp.

FDA Devices Moderate May 10, 2023

Linkbio Corp.

FDA Devices Moderate May 10, 2023

Storage and Retrieval Module (SRM)-Laboratory Automation system Brand names of the same product: FlexLab (FLX), Accelerator a3600 (ACP), Aptio Automation (AP2) Part Numbers: ACP-207-00, ACP-207-01, ACP-230-00, ACP-230-01 APT-207-00, APT-207-01, APT-230-00, APT-230-01 FLX-207-00, FLX-207-01, FLX-207-02, FLX-230-00, FLX-230-01, FLX-230-02 FLX-207-10, FLX-207-11, FLX-230-10

Inpeco S.A.

FDA Devices Moderate May 10, 2023

Hill-Rom pro+ mattress, product codes (REF): a) 20877002S, b) 20877003S, c) 20877004S, d) 20877007S, e) 20877008S, f) 21649301S, g) 21649401S, h) 21649402S, i) P006800A01, j) P006800A02, k) P3255A01, l) P3255A02, m) P3255A03, n) P3255ARENT01, o) P7923A01, p) P7923A02, q) P7923A03, r) P7923A04, s) P7924A01, t) P7924A02, u) P7924A03, v) P7924A04, w) P7924ARENT01

Baxter Healthcare Corporation

FDA Devices Moderate May 10, 2023

Linkbio Corp.

FDA Devices Moderate May 10, 2023

Linkbio Corp.

FDA Devices Moderate May 10, 2023

Linkbio Corp.

FDA Devices Moderate May 10, 2023

Linkbio Corp.

FDA Devices Moderate May 10, 2023

Linkbio Corp.

FDA Devices Moderate May 10, 2023

ADVIA Centaur Cortisol 50T (Material Number 10994924), ADVIA Centaur Cortisol 250T (Material Number 10994926), and ADVIA Centaur Cortisol REF 250T (Material Number 10994927). In vitro diagnostic use in the quantitative determination of cortisol in human serum, plasma (EDTA and lithium heparin), and urine.

Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate May 10, 2023

Linkbio Corp.

FDA Devices Moderate May 10, 2023

Linkbio Corp.

FDA Devices Moderate May 10, 2023

Linkbio Corp.

FDA Devices Moderate May 10, 2023

Input Output Module (IOM) FLX-201-Laboratory Automation system Brand names of the same product: FlexLab (FLX), Accelerator a3600 (ACP), Aptio Automation (AP2) Part Numbers: FLX-201-00, APT-201-00, APT-253-00 ACP-201-00, FLX-201-10, FLX-253-10, FLX-253-11

Inpeco S.A.

FDA Devices Moderate May 10, 2023

DEVILBISS HEALTHCARE 1025 SERIES OXYGEN CONCENTRATOR, Model Numbers 1025DS, 1025UK, 1025KS, and 1025KS-AR

DeVilbiss Healthcare LLC

FDA Devices Moderate May 10, 2023

WALGREENS BANDAGES, item number 196568, 110 CT VALUE PACK, 24 BOXES/MASTER (shipping container), Walgreens Family Pack ASSORTED BANDAGES, 110 ASSORTED SIZES (retail package)

ASO LLC

FDA Devices Moderate May 10, 2023

injeTAK Adjustable Tip Needles Needle Sheath diameter 6Fr with 35-50cm in length Stainless-stell needle cannula is 25 gauge

Labories Medical Technologies

FDA Devices Moderate May 10, 2023

Linkbio Corp.

FDA Devices Moderate May 10, 2023

Linkbio Corp.

FDA Devices Moderate May 10, 2023

Linkbio Corp.

FDA Devices Moderate May 10, 2023

Vesmatic Cube 80 Interface Module (VMC)-Laboratory Automation system Brand names of the same product: FlexLab (FLX), Accelerator a3600 (ACP), Aptio Automation (AP2) Part Numbers: 72747000.A

Inpeco S.A.

FDA Devices Moderate May 10, 2023

Linkbio Corp.

FDA Devices Moderate May 10, 2023

Linkbio Corp.

FDA Devices Moderate May 10, 2023

Linkbio Corp.

FDA Devices Moderate May 10, 2023

Centricity PACS-IW with Universal Viewer, Model/Catalog Numbers: a) 2066908-061, b) 2066908-077, c) 2066908-086, d) 2066908-111, e) 2066908-123, f) 2066908-136, g) 2066908-150; Radiological Image Processing System

GE Healthcare

FDA Devices Moderate May 10, 2023

Centricity Universal Viewer, Centricity Universal Viewer 6.0, Model/Catalog Numbers: a) 2088026-003, b) 2088026-026, c) 2088026-032, d) 2088026-043, e) 2088026-044, f) 2088026-115, g) 2088026-132, h) 2088026-306, i) 2088026-308, j) 2088026-406, k) 2088026-506, l) 2088026-613, m) 2088026-713, n) 2088026-714, o) 2088026-723, p) 2099714-001, q) 2100169-001, r) 2100491-006, s) 2102675-010, t) 2102676-001, u) 2104867-044, v) 2104867-045; Radiological Image Processing System

GE Healthcare

FDA Devices Moderate May 10, 2023

PVT Interface Module (PVT)-Laboratory Automation system Brand names of the same product: FlexLab (FLX), Accelerator a3600 (ACP), Aptio Automation (AP2) Part Numbers: 72747000.A

Inpeco S.A.

FDA Devices Moderate May 10, 2023

Steris Lighting and Visualization Systems, Sterile Light handle Cover LB44 -Sterilizable consumables (disposable, single use) used to drape the lighthandle of STERIS surgical lighting systems for the purpose of maintaining a sterile surgical environment. REF: LB44

Steris Corporation

FDA Devices Moderate May 10, 2023

Alinity h Interface Module (HSQ)-Laboratory Automation system Brand names of the same product: FlexLab (FLX), Accelerator a3600 (ACP), Aptio Automation (AP2) Part Numbers: FLX-274-20

Inpeco S.A.

FDA Devices Moderate May 10, 2023

CryoTreQ- Aa disposable handheld instrument intended for ophthalmic surgery. It creates a tip at cryogenic temperatures by evaporation of N2O that can be utilized to perform cryotherapy based on the destruction of tissue by extreme cold to locally perform cryocoagulation on tissue. Ref: CT00.D01

Beaver Visitec International, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate May 10, 2023

Linkbio Corp.

FDA Devices Moderate May 10, 2023

Linkbio Corp.

FDA Devices Moderate May 10, 2023

Linkbio Corp.

FDA Devices Moderate May 10, 2023

Ultraview SL (UVSL) Command Module, Model 91496

Spacelabs Healthcare, Inc.

FDA Devices Moderate May 10, 2023

Linkbio Corp.

FDA Devices Moderate May 10, 2023

Linkbio Corp.

FDA Devices Moderate May 10, 2023

Linkbio Corp.

FDA Devices Moderate May 10, 2023

Centricity PACS-IW, Product ID Numbers: a) 2041037-001, b) 2042988-001, c) 2049587-009, d) 2049587-011, e) 2049587-012, f) 2049587-015, g) 2052829-001, h) Not applicable; Radiological Image Processing System

GE Healthcare

FDA Devices Moderate May 10, 2023

Linkbio Corp.

NHTSA No agency class May 10, 2023

BUICK,CHEVROLET,GMC 2014-2017: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

BUICK,CHEVROLET,GMC

USDA FSIS Critical May 10, 2023

Mitten Gourmet, LLC, Recalls Ready-to-Eat Pork Rind Products Produced without Benefit of Inspection

CPSC No agency class May 4, 2023

Berkshire Innovations Recalls Sahara Folding Food Dehydrators Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)

CPSC No agency class May 4, 2023

CultureFly Recalls L.O.L. Surprise! Trick or Treat Subscription Boxes Sold with Metal Doll Pins Due to the Violation of the Federal Lead Paint Ban; Lead Poisoning Hazard (Recall Alert)

CPSC No agency class May 4, 2023

ODL Recalls Severe Weather Doorglass Inserts Due to Hurricane Zone Wind-Borne Debris Injury Hazards

ODL Inc., of Zeeland, Michigan

CPSC No agency class May 4, 2023

Polaris Recalls MATRYX RMK KHAOS and PRO Snowmobiles Due to Fire Injury Hazard (Recall Alert)

Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minnesota

CPSC No agency class May 4, 2023

Ricky Powersports Recalls Youth All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) Due to Violation of Federal ATV Safety Standard; Risk of Serious Injury or Death

Zhejiang Guoyu Industry & Trading Co. Ltd., of Zhejiang, China

CPSC No agency class May 4, 2023

The Company Store Recalls Children's White Robes Due to Violation of Federal Flammability Standards and Burn Hazard; Sold Exclusively at thecompanystore.com (Recall Alert)

CPSC No agency class May 4, 2023

Walker Edison Furniture Recalls Twin Over Twin Bunk Beds Due to Fall and Impact Hazards

NHTSA No agency class May 4, 2023

LAND ROVER 2022-2023: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

LAND ROVER

NHTSA No agency class May 4, 2023

INTERNATIONAL 2023: POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT

INTERNATIONAL

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 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.