FDA medical device recalls
Formal FDA enforcement reports for medical devices — implants, monitors, diagnostic tests, and hospital and home-use equipment.
2,445 recalls in the last 12 months, translated into plain English.
- 2026-09-09Cardinal HealthClass IICardinal Health surgical kits recalled for contaminated wipes
CliniClean Pericare Wipes included in certain Cardinal Health surgical catheter trays may contain residual lubricant from manufacturing. If used on a patient, these wipes could cause localized skin irritation, redness, or mild inflammation.
- 2026-09-09Cardinal HealthClass IICardinal Health catheter trays recalled for lubricant contamination risk
Certain Presource Packs containing CliniClean Pericare Wipes in BD Urinary Catheter Trays may have wipes contaminated with a lubricant from manufacturing. If used on a patient, contaminated wipes could cause localized skin irritation, redness, or mild inflammation.
- 2026-09-09Cardinal HealthClass IIBD Urinary Catheter Trays recalled for contaminated wipes
Cardinal Health BD Urinary Catheter Trays contain CliniClean Pericare Wipes that may be contaminated with lubricant from manufacturing. If used on a patient, the contaminated wipes could cause localized skin irritation, redness, or mild inflammation.
- 2026-09-09Cardinal HealthClass IICardinal Health CliniClean wipes recalled for lubricant contamination
CliniClean Pericare Wipes included in certain BD urinary catheter trays may contain residual manufacturing lubricant. If used on a patient, the contaminated wipes could cause localized skin irritation, redness, or mild inflammation.
- 2026-09-09Cardinal HealthClass IICardinal Health surgical kits recalled for contaminated wipes
Certain surgical catheter trays sold by Cardinal Health contain CliniClean Pericare Wipes that may be contaminated with lubricant from manufacturing. If used on a patient, the contaminated wipes could cause localized skin irritation, redness, or mild inflammation.
- 2026-09-09Cardinal HealthClass IICardinal Health CliniClean wipes recalled for lubricant contamination
CliniClean Pericare Wipes included in certain BD Urinary Catheter Trays may contain residual lubricant from manufacturing. If used on a patient, these wipes could cause localized skin irritation, redness, or mild inflammation.
- 2026-09-09Cardinal HealthClass IICardinal Health CliniClean wipes recalled for lubricant contamination
BD Urinary Catheter Trays sold with CliniClean Pericare Wipes may contain wipes contaminated with lubricant from manufacturing. If used on a patient, the contaminated wipes could cause skin irritation, redness, or mild inflammation.
- 2026-09-09Cardinal HealthClass IICardinal Health pericare wipes recalled for lubricant contamination
Certain surgical kits containing CliniClean Pericare Wipes in BD Urinary Catheter Trays may have residual manufacturing lubricant on the wipes. If used on a patient, the contaminated wipes could cause localized skin irritation, redness, or mild inflammation.
- 2026-09-09Cardinal HealthClass IICardinal Health catheter trays recalled for contaminated wipes
BD Urinary Catheter Trays in Cardinal Health Presource Packs contain CliniClean Pericare Wipes that may be contaminated with lubricant from manufacturing. If used on a patient, the contaminated wipes could cause localized skin irritation, redness, or mild inflammation.
- 2026-09-09Fresenius Medical CareClass IIFresenius Citrasate acid concentrate recalled for discoloration
Fresenius Medical Care has recalled specific lots of Citrasate Liquid Acid Concentrate used in hemodialysis due to blue-green discoloration observed in the product. The discoloration may indicate a quality issue that could affect the product's safety or efficacy. No injuries have been reported.
- 2026-09-09Fresenius Medical CareClass IIFresenius NaturaLyte hemodialysis concentrate recalled for discoloration
Fresenius Medical Care is recalling specific lots of NaturaLyte Liquid Acid Concentrate used in bicarbonate hemodialysis due to reports of blue-green discoloration in the product. The affected lots were distributed nationwide in the U.S. and in Mexico.
- 2026-09-09Fresenius Medical CareClass IIFresenius GRANUFLO acid concentrate recalled for discoloration
Fresenius Medical Care has recalled certain lots of GRANUFLO Dry Acid Concentrate used in hemodialysis machines after receiving reports of blue-green discoloration in the product. The affected product numbers are 0FD2251-3B and 0FD3251-3B, with specific lot numbers listed by the FDA.
- 2026-09-09B. BraunClass IIB Braun Discofix Stopcock Set recalled for mislabeled expiration date
Specific lots of B Braun's Discofix Four Way Stopcock extension sets have an incorrect expiration date printed on the carton shipper label. This labeling error could affect proper product tracking and usage verification.
- 2026-09-09MedosClass IIMedos Velys robotic surgery station recalled for arm movement risk
A software issue in the robotic controller of the Medos Velys Enabling Tech Robotic-Assist Station may cause the robotic arm to move unexpectedly during bone preparation or instrument positioning in orthopedic surgery. This affects 29 devices nationwide.
- 2026-09-09Fresenius Medical CareClass IIFresenius dialysis tubing set recalled for blood leak risk
Fresenius Medical Care is recalling specific lots of the 5008X HD/HDF Twister Blood Tubing Set (Part Number 03-5350-8) because the connection between the Arterial Alpha Clip and the main line may leak during dialysis treatment. A leak could result in blood loss and low blood volume.
- 2026-09-09Fresenius Medical CareClass IIFresenius dialysis tubing set recalled for blood leak risk
Fresenius Medical Care is recalling certain 5008X HD/HDF blood tubing sets (part number 03-5300-3C) due to a heightened risk of blood leaks at the connection between the Arterial Alpha Clip and the main line. Blood leaks during dialysis treatment can result in significant blood loss.
- 2026-09-09Fresenius Medical CareClass IIFresenius blood tubing set recalled for blood leak risk
Fresenius Medical Care is recalling certain 5008X HD/HDF Standard Blood Tubing Sets due to a heightened risk of blood leaking from the connection between the Arterial Alpha Clip and the main line or pump segment. A blood leak during dialysis treatment could result in blood loss and low blood volume.
- 2026-09-09Fresenius Medical CareClass IIFresenius blood tubing set recalled for leak risk
Fresenius Medical Care is recalling certain 5008X Standard HD Pre-Flush blood tubing sets due to a heightened risk of blood leaking from the connection between the Arterial Alpha Clip and the main line. A leak during dialysis treatment could result in blood loss.
- 2026-09-09Boston ScientificClass IIBoston Scientific cardiac monitor recalled for delayed alert notifications
Boston Scientific's server software for LUX-Dx insertable cardiac monitors may delay notifications of atrial fibrillation (AF) burden alerts. This delay could postpone a doctor's evaluation or treatment of an irregular heart rhythm.
- 2026-09-09Boston ScientificClass IIBoston Scientific LUX-Dx cardiac monitor alert delay risk
Boston Scientific's LUX-Dx, LUX-Dx II, and LUX-Dx II+ insertable cardiac monitors may experience delays in sending AF Burden Alert notifications through their server software. These delayed alerts could postpone a patient's medical evaluation or treatment for irregular heart rhythms.
- 2026-09-09Boston ScientificClass IIBoston Scientific LUX-Dx cardiac monitor recalled for delayed alerts
Boston Scientific's server software that supports LUX-Dx, LUX-Dx II, and LUX-Dx II+ insertable cardiac monitors may delay notifications of abnormal heart rhythm (atrial fibrillation) alerts. This delay could postpone a patient's clinical evaluation or treatment of an irregular heartbeat.
- 2026-09-09MedlineClass IIMedline Convenience Kits recalled for ChloraPrep seal failure risk
Medline Industries is recalling specific lots of Convenience Kits that contain BD ChloraPrep Clear applicators because some applicators may have open or incomplete seals on their packaging. If a contaminated applicator is used during a medical procedure, it could cause a skin, soft tissue, or systemic infection.
- 2026-09-09MedlineClass IIMedline Cataract Preop Kits recalled for contamination risk
Medline Convenience Kits containing BD ChloraPrep Clear applicators may have open or incomplete seals on the applicator packaging. If used, a potentially contaminated applicator could cause a skin, soft tissue, or systemic infection.
- 2026-09-09MedlineClass IIMedline Convenience Kits recalled for contaminated applicators
Medline Convenience Kits containing BD ChloraPrep Clear 1mL applicators may have packaging with open or incomplete seals. This can allow contamination of the applicator, which is used to prepare skin before surgery. If a contaminated applicator is used, it could cause skin or soft tissue infection.
- 2026-09-09MedlineClass IIMedline Convenience Kits recalled for defective ChloraPrep applicator seals
Medline Industries recalled specific lots of Convenience Kits that contain BD ChloraPrep Clear skin antiseptic applicators. Some applicators may have open or incomplete seals on their packaging, which could allow contamination. Using a compromised applicator could lead to skin, soft tissue, or systemic infection.
- 2026-09-09MedlineClass IIMedline Convenience Kits recalled for contaminated applicators
Medline Convenience Kits containing certain lots of BD ChloraPrep Clear applicators may have packaging seals that are open or incomplete. These applicators could be contaminated and may cause skin infections or more serious infections if used.
- 2026-09-09MedlineClass IIMedline pre-op kits recalled for ChloraPrep seal failure risk
BD ChloraPrep Clear applicators in certain Medline pre-op convenience kits may have open or incomplete seals on their packaging. If a sealed applicator is compromised, it could become contaminated and cause a skin, soft tissue, or systemic infection when used.
- 2026-09-09MedlineClass IIMedline blood culture kits recalled for contaminated applicator risk
Medline Convenience Kits containing BD ChloraPrep Clear applicators are being recalled because some applicator packages may have broken or incomplete seals. If the applicator is contaminated, it could cause skin, soft tissue, or systemic infections when used for blood draws.
- 2026-09-09MedlineClass IIMedline blood culture kits recalled for contaminated applicators
Medline Industries is recalling specific lots of Convenience Kits that contain BD ChloraPrep Clear 1mL applicators due to a manufacturer recall of those applicators. Some applicators may have open or incomplete seals on their packaging, which could allow contamination. Using a contaminated applicator could lead to skin, soft tissue, or systemic infections.
- 2026-09-09MedlineClass IIMedline IV start kits recalled for damaged ChloraPrep seal
Medline Convenience Kits containing BD ChloraPrep Clear applicators may have open or incomplete seals on the applicator packaging. Specific lots across four kit models (CDS860014Q, DYKM1000B, CDS860014P, DYNDV2684) are affected. If a compromised applicator is used, it could introduce contamination and lead to skin, soft tissue, or systemic infection.
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