Recall roundup: 25 Dec – 31 Dec 2023
121 official recalls and safety alerts were published in the week of 25 Dec – 31 Dec 2023, down 58% on the week before (287). Most were drugs & medical (32) and food & drink (22); common issues included fire hazard (20), choking hazard (10), food allergen (6). 63 were flagged as serious.
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25 Dec – 31 Dec 2023
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Recalls the agency classed as serious, or with a risk of death, fire, electric shock, drowning or strangulation.
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Lusta LED Reptile Heat Lamp sold via Amazon
Serious risk of fire and electric shock
USCake 0 Emission USA Inc: Lithium-Ion Battery Cells Can Fail While Charging
Battery cell failure increases the risk of a fire.
- CA
Smartlux Manual Open Roll (No-Guard Mechanism) blinds recalled due to strangulation hazards for children
Strangulation hazard
Health CanadaOfficial notice →
United States 49
- 2023-12-29
- US
Cake 0 Emission USA Inc: Lithium-Ion Battery Cells Can Fail While Charging
Battery cell failure increases the risk of a fire.
- US
Ineos Automotive Americas, LLC: Non-Locking Steering Rod Ball Joint Nuts Installed
Loose or missing nuts can result in the steering rod ball joint disconnecting from the steering knuckle, causing a loss of steering and increasing the risk of a crash.
- US
Villa International: Incorrect Weld May Cause Seat Failure/FMVSS 207
A loose or detached seat assembly increases the risk of injury.
- 2023-12-28
- US
High-Powered Magnetic Balls Recalled Due to Ingestion Hazard; Sold Exclusively on Walmart.com through Joybuy
The recalled 5mm magnetic ball sets do not comply with the requirements of the mandatory federal magnet regulation because the sets contain one or more magnets that fit within CPSC's small parts cylinder, and the…
- US
FNA Group Recalls Simpson Pressure Washers Due to Burn Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Lowe's
The lithium battery in the electric start system can overheat, posing a burn hazard.
- US
BlendJet Recalls 4.8 Million BlendJet 2 Portable Blenders Due to Fire and Laceration Hazards
The recalled blenders can overheat or catch fire and the blender blades can break off, posing fire and laceration hazards to consumers.
CPSCBlendJet Inc., of Benicia, CaliforniaAbout 4.8 million (in addition, about 117,000 were sold in…Official notice → - 2023-12-27
- US
Battle Motors, Inc.: Drag Link May Become Deformed or Break
A broken drag link can cause a complete loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- US
Stryker Spine recalls LITe Decompression Snake Arm, REF 48080230
Product arm was manufactured with the incorrect clamp component. As a result, the affected product arm cannot attach to the arm post shaft.
- US
Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics Inc recalls RAPIDPoint 500 Systems Measurement Cartridge (with Lactate) 250-Intended for in vitro diagnostic use and is designed to…
RAPIDPoint 500 Systems Measurement Cartridges (with lactate) has the potential to affect the Sodium (Na+) sensor to produce a negative bias that could result in serious injury due to a delayed diagnosis of…
FDA · DeviceSiemens Healthcare Diagnostics IncNationwide with Worldwide Distribution to: Albania Algeria Angola Argentina…Official notice → - US
Maquet Medical Systems USA recalls Venous probe connection cable (REF 701069333 and 701048804) used with the Cardiohelp-i System, part numbers 701072780 and 701041802
Firm received complaints of breaks in the insulation, shielding, or wires of the venous probe connection cable. Fracture of the venous probe cable may influence the management of extracorporeal support. Patient may be…
FDA · DeviceMaquet Medical Systems USADomestic distribution Nationwide. Foreign distribution to Argentina,…Official notice → - US
Abbott Laboratories recalls Abbott CELL-DYN Ruby, Model CD-Ruby, List number 08H67-01, and Abbott CELL-DYN Sapphire, Model CD Sapphire, list number 08H00-01.…
The devices contain a dry natural rubber (latex) subcomponent, which are not labeled as containing dry natural rubber(latex).
FDA · DeviceAbbott LaboratoriesDistribution was made to AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA,…Official notice → - US
Zeus Scientific, Inc. recalls ZEUS ELISA Parvovirus B19 IgM Test System, Product Number SM9Z7701G
The organization completed a product improvement process to the conjugate found within the certain ELISA kits. This modification was not reviewed and approved by FDA prior to its implementation.
- US
Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics Inc recalls epoc NXS Host Blood Analysis System, Siemens Material Numbers 11413497 (EU), 11413475 (US), 11413506 (CA), 11413517 (MX),…
Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics Inc. has confirmed a potential issue that could occur under certain conditions, a software problem is causing erroneous results to be printed. When the results are run on the epoc NXS…
- US
Maquet Medical Systems USA recalls CARDIOHELP-i Heart Lung Support System: Blood oxygenation and carbon dioxide removal system used to pump blood through the…
CARDIOHELP-i System was not properly tested to measure leakage current
FDA · DeviceMaquet Medical Systems USANationwide-WW Distribution to Argentina, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan,…Official notice → - US
Maquet Cardiovascular, LLC recalls Acrobat-i Vacuum Positioner System, Model Number XP-5000Z
The Positioner Arm may not tighten or lock during normal use.
- US
Exactech, Inc. recalls AcuMatch Hip System, Catalog Number 142-32-27
Exactech has received 3 complaints for 4 devices related to a loss of vacuum in the inner-most vacuum bag.
FDA · DeviceExactech, Inc.US NY, TX, IN, IL, MN, KY, VA, MD, TN, GA, NH, ME, SC, NV, FL, AR and…Official notice → - US
Philips North America Llc recalls The device is a whole-body CT x-ray system. The acquired x-ray transmission data is reconstructed by computer into cross-sectional…
Three software issues affecting incorrect image display, error interpreting patient images due to image reporting, and patient exposure to incorrect image/function during clinical use.
FDA · DevicePhilips North America LlcDomestic: AL, AR, AZ, CA, FL, GA, HI, IL, IN, KY, LA, MD, ME, MI, MS, NC, NJ,…Official notice → - US
Karl Storz Endoscopy recalls Injection Needle, 3 Fr., REF: 27030N; Injection Cannula, 6 Fr., REF: 27182A
The efficacy of the manual cleaning process cannot be assured for the affected injection needles intended for general surgery and visceral surgery, which if used, may expose the patient to a higher risk of infection.
FDA · DeviceKarl Storz EndoscopyUS: MI, NH, SC, PA, FL, NY, NC, MS, MO, CA, NJ, IL, NV, OK, CO, OH, WA, WI,…Official notice → - US
Biomet, Inc. recalls Biolox Ceramic Option Head Zimmer 12/14 40mm +0, Item Number 00-8777-040-02
One product complaint was received reporting that there was an incorrect adapter in the packaging. An adapter with neck length M/+0 was inside the product packaging, which should have contained an adapter with neck…
FDA · DeviceBiomet, Inc.US States: AL, CA, MD, MI, NC, OH, OK, TN, TX. Netherlands.Official notice → - US
Olympus Corporation of the Americas recalls ACMI Roller Bar Electrodes bearing incorrect pouch label of ACMI USA Elite System and USA Series Right Angle Cutting Loop…
Incorrect pouch labels, the contents within the mislabeled pouch were Roller Bar electrodes.
FDA · DeviceOlympus Corporation of the AmericasUS: AL, FL, GA, KS, LA, MD, MI, NC, NJ, NY, TX, WI & WV and Canada.Official notice → - US
Physio-Control, Inc. recalls AC Power Adapter for use with the LIFEPAK 15 Monitor/Defibrillator, REF: 11140-000098
AC Power Adapter (ACPA) may not charge the monitor/defibrillator batteries and may not allow the monitor/defibrillator to power on while plugged into the ACPA.
FDA · DevicePhysio-Control, Inc.US Nationwide distribution including in the states of AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO,…Official notice → - US
CardioQuip, LLC recalls CardioQuip Modular Cooler-Heater, Model: MCH-1000(m), Power: 115V-60Hz, 16A
There is the potential that cooler-heater devices may contain bacterial contamination which could result in patient infection.
FDA · DeviceCardioQuip, LLCUS: California, Texas, Pennsylvania, Washington, Ohio, Nebraska OUS: NoneOfficial notice → - US
Vero Biotech, LLC recalls VERO BIOTECH GENOSYL DS (Delivery System) Generation 3 Cassette, Model Number 602722-01; generates and delivers nitric oxide (NO) for…
Cassette did not meet an 1n-process flow criterion.
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Inpeco S.A. recalls Roche Cobas 8000 and Cobas PRO Interface Module (CO8 IM)- IVD FlexLab Automation System -a modular system designed to automate…
Firmware of the Interface Module with Roche Cobas 8000 and Cobas PRO (CO8 IM) may lead to a delayed sample tube processing.
FDA · DeviceInpeco S.A.Worldwide - US Nationwide distribution in the state of MA and the countries of…Official notice → - US
PHILIPS MEDICAL SYSTEMS NEDERLAND B.V. recalls Philips Azurion systems with monoplane fixed ceiling mounts: 722078 Azurion 7 M12 722079 Azurion 7 M20 722223 Azurion 7…
Ceiling mounted L-arm contains a rotation cover that may potentially be susceptible to falling if a collision between the L-arm and other hospital equipment (i.e., an operating light) were to occur result in injury or…
FDA · DevicePHILIPS MEDICAL SYSTEMS NEDERLAND B.V.Worldwide - US Nationwide and the countries of Albania, Algeria, Argentina,…Official notice → - US
Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC recalls Ivenix Infusion System (IIS), Large Volume Pump LVP-0004
The device may experience mechanical interference on the Fluid Valve pins, which will trigger a Pump Problem alarm. The issue may lead to delay or interruption of therapy. Depending on the therapy and duration of…
FDA · DeviceFresenius Kabi USA, LLCUS distribution to states of: CA, CO, NJ, UT, and WI.Official notice → - US
ResMed Ltd. recalls AirTouch F20 Full Face Mask and User Guide
Masks non-invasive interface for channeling airflow to patients have magnets that have potential magnetic interference with active medical implants that interact with magnets, and metallic implants/objects containing…
FDA · DeviceResMed Ltd.US nationwide distribution including Puerto Rico, Guam, and Virgin Islands.…Official notice → - US
Nurse Assist, LLC recalls 0.9% Sodium Chloride: Brand Name: Product Name/Product Code: MAC MEDICAL: 10ML FILL SYRINGE/9210; NURSE ASSIST: 3ML IV FLUSH…
Sodium chloride irrigation USP, and sterile water for irrigation USP, that may be packaged inside kits, have the potential for a lack of sterility assurance, which could result in a nonsterile product, use of which…
FDA · DeviceNurse Assist, LLCUS Nationwide Distribution: SC AZ, CA, FL, GA, HI, IA, IN, KS, KY, MA, ME, MN,…Official notice → - US
TGD Cuts, LLC recalls MIX FRUIT ALOHA BOWL 3/48 OZ Packaged in clamshell container. UPC:840219170299
Potential Salmonella Contamination
- US
The HMC Group Marketing Inc recalls HMC Farms Nectarines 2lb Gusset Bag
Potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes
FDA · FoodThe HMC Group Marketing IncU.S. distribution to the following: CA, OR, MA, PA, AK, WA, CO, UT, TN, MO,…Official notice → - US
- US
GLOBAL VEG CORP recalls Aviator Dehydrated Tomato Halves, Net Wt. 4x2.27kg (5lbs)
Contains undeclared sulfites
- US
Island Snacks, Inc. recalls The Candy Shop Rainbow Belts Net Wt. 10.5 oz. (298g) SKU Code: 400255786276
Product states gluten free, but ingredient statement declares modified wheat flour as an ingredient.
FDA · FoodIsland Snacks, Inc.U.S. distribution to the following: CA No foreign distribution.Official notice → - US
Willamette Valley Pie Company, LLC recalls Bulk Frozen Cases: The 9" Vegan Pumpkin Pie bulk case has UPC 22518 84081 and the label is read in parts: 9" Vegan Pumpkin…
Foreign object
FDA · FoodWillamette Valley Pie Company, LLCDistributed in CA, IL, IN, KY, MI, MN, MO, NV, OH, OR, WA and WI.Official notice → - US
Renaissance Food Group recalls Sprouts Tropical Fruit Blend NET WT 10 OZ (283g) UPC 8 26766 89490 1 Manutfactured Exclusively for Sprouts Farmers Market Phoenix, Arizona…
Salmonella
FDA · FoodRenaissance Food GroupProduct was shipped to the following states: AL, GA, FL, NC, SCOfficial notice → - US
Raw Seafoods Inc. recalls Frozen, Lightly Seasoned Salmon Burgers, 28x6oz., 10.5 lbs cases
Contains undeclared sesame seeds and milk
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Kenover Marketing Corp. recalls Manischewitz Magic Max's Dark Chocolate Coins, NET WT. 0.53 OZ (15g), UPC: 072700200387 Display Box UPC: 072700200356, 12 bags per case.…
Undeclared milk due to mispackaging
FDA · FoodKenover Marketing Corp.Distributed to distributors and retailers in IL, PA, MD, CA, NH, RI, CO, OR,…Official notice → - US
Shakespeare's Pizza, Inc. recalls Shakespeare's Pizza, Four Cheese Pizza, 25 oz, Keep Frozen; UPC 686 148 000 050; pack size 20 per case.
Undeclared wheat
FDA · FoodShakespeare's Pizza, Inc.Retail stores in MO and KS and direct to consumer through online sales.Official notice → - US
La Michoacana 100% Natural Inc recalls ICE CREAM BAR, MICHOACANA, es...natural, ROMPOPE, Net. Wt. 6 Fl. Oz., Packaged in a plastic bag. Frozen.
Undeclared Yellow #5, Yellow #6, and Red #40
FDA · FoodLa Michoacana 100% Natural IncDomestic distribution only within the state of Florida.Official notice → - US
Blistex Inc recalls Odor-Eaters Spray Powder, Tolnaftate 1% Antifungal, packaged in a) 4 oz. aerosol cans (UPC 0 41388 0041 2, NDC 10157-4645-1) and b) 5.3…
Chemical contamination: Presence of benzene
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Noah's Wholesale LLC recalls THE ROCK, Male Sexual Performance Enhancement Capsules, 1200 mg, 1 count blister card, Distributed by Steele Productions: Hallandale, FL…
Marketed Without an Approved NDA/ANDA: FDA analysis found the product to be tainted with Sildenafil an ingredient found in an FDA approved product for the treatment of male sexual enhancement, making this an unapproved…
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Fagron, Inc recalls NYSTATIN 5BU, Activity (as is): 6482 Units/mg, bulk powder container, Rx Only, For Prescription Compounding, Fagron, Inc. - 2400 Pilot…
Labeling: Label Error on Declared Strength: Assay value on the label is incorrect.
FDA · DrugFagron, IncProduct was distributed to 1 distributor and may have further distributed the…Official notice → - US
The Harvard Drug Group LLC dba Major Pharmaceuticals and… recalls Phenytoin Oral Suspension, USP, 100 mg/4 mL, packaged in packaged in 4 mL unit dose cups (NDC…
Failed Content Uniformity Specifications
FDA · DrugThe Harvard Drug Group LLC dba Major Pharmaceuticals and…Nationwide in the USAOfficial notice → - US
Private Label Partners, Inc. recalls Selenium Sulfide 2.25% Shampoo, 180mL bottle, Rx Only, Manufactured for: Bi-Coastal Pharma Int. LLC, Shrewsbury, NJ 07702, NDC…
CGMP Deviations: Stability data does not support expiry date.
- US
Insight Pharmaceuticals Corporation recalls TING 2% Miconazole Nitrate Athlete's Foot Spray Antifungal Spray Powder, NET WT 4.5 oz (128 g) cans, Distributed by: Insight…
Chemical Contamination; presence of benzene.
- 2023-12-26
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Hyundai Motor America: Engine Compartment Fire from Short Circuit
A short circuit increases the risk of an engine compartment fire.
- US
Volvo Trucks North America: Steering Gear Assembled Incorrectly
A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.
- US
Mack Trucks, Inc.: Steering Gear Assembled Incorrectly
A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.
Canada 22
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Piccolo Bambino white contour baby changing pad recalled due to choking hazard
Choking hazard
Health CanadaOfficial notice → - CA
Fix A Leak recalled due to improper labelling
Chemical hazard - Labelling and packaging
Health CanadaOfficial notice → - CA
Kluster magnetic game recalled due to ingestion hazard
Ingestion hazard
Health CanadaOfficial notice → - CA
Smartlux Manual Open Roll (No-Guard Mechanism) blinds recalled due to strangulation hazards for children
Strangulation hazard
Health CanadaOfficial notice → - CA
- 2023-12-28
- CA
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BlendJet 2 Portable Blenders recalled due to fire and laceration hazards
Fire hazard - Laceration hazard
Health CanadaOfficial notice → - CA
Recall re-announcement: Home Bed Assist Handles recalled due to potential entrapment hazard
Entrapment hazard
Health CanadaOfficial notice → - 2023-12-27
- CA
Gogo Squeez brand Organic Fruit Sauce (Multi Flavour) recalled due to container integrity defects and spoilage
Non harmful (quality or spoilage)
- CA
Volkswagen SUV recall: airbag (Transport Canada 2023685)
Problem area: airbag. The Transport Canada notice lists the affected models and model years, and what the manufacturer will do.
Transport CanadaOfficial notice → - CA
Tesla car recall: structure (Transport Canada 2023680)
Problem area: structure. The Transport Canada notice lists the affected models and model years, and what the manufacturer will do.
Transport CanadaOfficial notice → - CA
Dexter Axle tire recall: tires (Transport Canada 2023676)
Problem area: tires. The Transport Canada notice lists the affected models and model years, and what the manufacturer will do.
Transport CanadaOfficial notice → - CA
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Volkswagen car recall: accessories (Transport Canada 2023659)
Problem area: accessories. The Transport Canada notice lists the affected models and model years, and what the manufacturer will do.
Transport CanadaOfficial notice → - CA
2” SheathCord Fauxwood Blinds recalled due to potential strangulation hazard to children
Strangulation hazard
Health CanadaOfficial notice → - 2023-12-25
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- 2023-12-29
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Lusta LED Reptile Heat Lamp sold via Amazon
Serious risk of fire and electric shock
- UK
Chiltern Artisan recalls Chilli Sticks because of contamination with E. Coli
Of contamination with e. coli
- UK
Update 1: Refresco Beverages UK Limited recalls several juice drinks because of potential metal contamination in the straws
Of potential metal contamination in the straws
- 2023-12-28
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Jusfit Angle Grinder ZDH-12DC sold via eBay
High risk of electric shock, fire and explosion
- UK
Jusfit Battery-Powered Chainsaw LTJ-8WS sold via eBay
High risk of electric shock, fire and explosion
- UK
Jusfit Handheld Chainsaw LTJ12C-20 sold via eBay
Serious risk of cuts, and a risk of electric shock, fire and explosion
- UK
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Yudotech Candle Warmer Lamp sold via Amazon
Serious risk of fire and electric shock
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FOXSUR 7-Stage Smart Battery Charger sold via eBay
Serious risk of electric shock
- UK
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- 2023-12-27
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Update 2: Mrs Kirkham’s Lancashire Cheese Ltd recalls Lancashire Cheese because of possible contamination with E. Coli
Of possible contamination with e. coli
- 2023-12-25
- UK
Mrs Kirkham’s Lancashire Cheese Ltd recalls Lancashire Cheese because of possible contamination with E. Coli
Of possible contamination with e. coli
- UK
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