Alaska recalls
3,388 federal recalls affecting Alaska in the last 12 months - 56 Alaska-specific plus 3,332 nationwide. Sourced from CPSC, FDA, USDA, and NHTSA.
- 2026-04-02CPSCShiahahaNationwideStop using ELENKER portable bed rails immediately
ELENKER portable bed rails can trap users between the rail and mattress, creating a serious risk of injury or death by asphyxiation. The rails also lack required warning labels. The recalled models are silver collapsible rails sold on Amazon since August 2023.
- 2026-04-02CPSCOCUNNationwideStop using OCUN Condor HMS carabiners
OCUN NA is recalling certain Condor HMS Triple Carabiners sold from February 2025 through February 2026. The carabiner's gate can fail to close automatically and may require manual closing, which could cause the carabiner to fail during climbing and lead to a fall.
- 2026-04-02CPSCBUDINationwideStop using Coluans Christmas Light-Up Rings
These Christmas light-up party favors contain button cell batteries that children can easily access and swallow. Swallowed button batteries can cause serious internal burns and death. The rings were sold on Amazon between August and December 2025.
- 2026-04-02CPSCCSZWEICDNationwideRemove Gavoyeat light-up rings from children immediately
These Halloween light-up rings contain easily accessible button cell batteries that children can remove and swallow. Swallowed button batteries can cause serious internal burns and death within hours. About 800 units were sold on Amazon between June 2025 and January 2026.
- 2026-04-02CPSCBeestechNationwideStop using Beestech spiral tower toys
Beestech spiral tower toys sold on Amazon contain small plastic balls and are marketed for children under 3 years old, violating federal toy safety rules. The small balls pose a serious choking hazard. About 200 units were sold between November and December 2025.
- 2026-04-01FDA-DeviceMedlineClass IINationwideStop using Medline Puracol wound dressings
Medline Industries has recalled specific lots of Puracol and Puracol Plus collagen wound dressings due to elevated endotoxin levels. These contaminants can cause inflammation, tissue irritation, delayed healing, fever, low blood pressure, and in severe cases, septic shock.
- 2026-04-01FDA-DeviceCareFusionClass IINationwideCheck BD Alaris System network security requirements
The labeling on BD Alaris System with Guardrails Suite MX does not specify which version of Transport Layer Security (TLS) must be enabled on hospital networks for secure Wi-Fi communication with Point-of-Care Units. This could create confusion during setup and potentially leave devices with inadequate security settings.
- 2026-04-01FDA-DeviceOlympusClass IINationwideStop using Olympus PKS Cutting Forceps
Olympus discovered that some PKS Cutting Forceps (Model 920005PK) have defective welds in their components. During surgery, the forceps' jaw can break due to these weak welds, potentially affecting the procedure.
- 2026-04-01FDA-DeviceOlympusClass IINationwideStop using Olympus PKS Cutting Forceps
Olympus PKS Cutting Forceps (Model 920000PK) contain welding defects that can cause the instrument's jaw to break during surgery. The supplier did not properly validate the welding process on affected components. This affects 7 units distributed worldwide.
- 2026-04-01FDA-DeviceOlympusClass IINationwideStop using Olympus PKS Cutting Forceps
Olympus Corporation has recalled its PKS Cutting Forceps (Model 3005PK) used during minimally invasive surgery. The device contains components with defective welds that were not properly validated by the supplier. If the jaw breaks during use, it could affect the procedure and patient safety.
- 2026-04-01FDA-DeviceOlympusClass IINationwideStop using Olympus HALO PKS Cutting Forceps
Olympus discovered that some HALO PKS Cutting Forceps (model HACF0533) have defective welds in their components. During surgery, the forceps' jaw can break when the welds fail, potentially affecting the procedure. This affects medical facilities worldwide that use these surgical instruments with the Gyrus ACMI G400 Workstation.
- 2026-04-01FDA-DeviceOlympusClass IINationwideStop using Olympus PK Cutting Forceps model PK-CF0533
Olympus PK Cutting Forceps (model PK-CF0533) contain welding defects that can cause the instrument's jaw to break during surgical use. The supplier did not properly validate the welding process on affected components. This could compromise the forceps' function during endoscopic or open surgical procedures.
- 2026-04-01FDA-DeviceOlympusClass IINationwideStop using Olympus Everest Bipolar Cutting Forceps
Olympus discovered that some Everest Bipolar Cutting Forceps (Model 3006) have welding defects in internal components. These defects can cause the forceps' jaw to break during surgery, potentially requiring additional procedures or intervention.
- 2026-04-01FDA-DeviceOlympusClass IINationwideStop using Olympus Everest Bipolar Cutting Forceps
Olympus has recalled its Everest Bipolar Cutting Forceps (Model 3005) used in minimally invasive surgery because some units contain defective welds in their components. The jaw of the forceps can break during use due to these faulty welds. This affects 106 units distributed worldwide.
- 2026-04-01FDA-DeviceTandem Diabetes CareClass IINationwideCheck your Tandem pump's Czech language guide
Tandem Diabetes Care insulin pumps distributed in the Czech Republic and Slovakia have translation errors in their Czech language user guide. The most serious error tells users to verify the infusion set is connected to the body when it should say the opposite—that it should NOT be connected. Following these incorrect instructions could cause unintended insulin delivery and dangerously low blood sugar.
- 2026-04-01FDA-DeviceMedtronicClass IINationwideCheck your MiniMed 780G pump serial number
Medtronic has recalled certain MiniMed 780G insulin pumps due to software defects that can cause the pump to deliver too much insulin, too little insulin, or stop delivering insulin entirely. These defects appeared after software updates (versions 6.60, 6.61, and 6.62) and may result in dangerously high or low blood sugar levels. The recall affects over 26,000 pumps with specific serial numbers.
- 2026-04-01FDA-DeviceAMOClass IINationwideStop using affected TECNIS Eyhance IOL lenses
AMO has recalled certain TECNIS Eyhance intraocular lenses (IOLs) used in cataract surgery because a small number may have a defect where the lens haptic (support arm) sticks to the optic, preventing proper unfolding during implantation. This affects 361 lenses distributed across 12 U.S. states. No injuries have been reported.
- 2026-04-01FDA-DeviceStraumannClass IINationwideCustom Abutment AS Ti, for Straumann RC, incl. TAN screw; Catalog Number/Art.: 010.5438;
A material mix-up had occurred during the manufacturing of Straumann¿ Custom Abutments. More specifically, a raw material bar of TAN-material (SAP #701924 / Lot 7130439) was incorrectly identified as a Titanium Bar Ti Gr4 D (SAP #701922 / Lot 7130430). As a result, RC Titanium abutments were manufactured using the TAN Bar material on Mill-from-Bar Machine 396-06.
- 2026-04-01FDA-DeviceStraumannClass IINationwideStop using affected Straumann Custom Abutment Ti units
Straumann USA LLC recalled certain Custom Abutment Ti units (catalog number 027.4620) because of a manufacturing error. A raw material bar made of TAN material was mistakenly labeled and used instead of the correct Titanium Grade 4 material during production. This affects 13 units distributed in the US and Canada.
- 2026-04-01FDA-DeviceKoven TechnologyClass IINationwideStop using Koven BiDop 3 Pocket Doppler
Koven Technology's BiDop 3 Pocket Doppler ultrasound device was distributed with labeling that claims it can be used for fetal applications, but the FDA never approved it for that use. The device is only cleared to detect blood flow in blood vessels, not for fetal monitoring. Using it for unapproved purposes could lead to incorrect results or missed diagnoses.
- 2026-04-01FDA-DeviceOrthalignClass IINationwideCheck Orthalign Lantern Knee drill plates
Orthalign's Trimax Drill Plate (Size 6-7, REF 402567) in some units may cut bone larger than intended during knee surgery. The defect affects 7 units distributed in Utah. No injuries have been reported.
- 2026-04-01FDA-DeviceOrthalignClass IINationwideStop using Orthalign Drill Plate component
Orthalign drill plates (Trimax-Pegged, Sizes 1–5, REF 402566) in one lot may have been made outside specifications. This could cause bone cuts larger than intended during knee surgery. Seven units were distributed in Utah.
- 2026-04-01FDA-DevicePhilipsClass IIINationwideCheck Philips X7-2 transducer labelling for useful life
Philips is clarifying and updating labelling on certain X7-2 ultrasound transducers to better define their useful life in the field. This affects a small number of units distributed nationwide. No injuries have been reported.
- 2026-04-01FDA-DevicePhilipsClass IIINationwideCheck Philips X3-1 ultrasound transducer labeling
Philips is clarifying labeling on certain X3-1 ultrasound transducers to better define their useful lifespan in clinical use. This affects a small number of devices distributed nationwide. No injuries have been reported.
- 2026-04-01FDA-DevicePhilipsClass IIINationwideCheck Philips S5-2 ultrasound transducer labeling
Philips Ultrasound, Inc. is providing clarification and updated labeling for the S5-2 Ultrasound Transducer to define its useful life in the field. This affects a limited number of units distributed nationwide.
- 2026-04-01FDA-DevicePhilipsClass IIINationwideCheck your Philips S4-1 transducer labeling
Philips is recalling certain S4-1 ultrasound transducers to clarify and update labeling that defines how long these devices can be safely used in clinical settings. No injuries have been reported. The recall affects 41 units distributed nationwide.
- 2026-04-01FDA-DevicePhilipsClass IIINationwideCheck Philips OMNI III TEE transducer expiration
Philips is clarifying and updating labeling on certain OMNI III TEE ultrasound transducers to better define their useful life in the field. This is a precautionary measure affecting 75 units distributed nationwide.
- 2026-04-01FDA-DevicePhilipsClass IIINationwideCheck Philips OMNI II TEE transducer useful life label
Philips is clarifying the useful life labeling on certain OMNI II TEE Ultrasound Transducers to ensure healthcare facilities have accurate information about when these devices should be replaced. Two units with specific serial numbers (02P8MV and 02MH3J) were affected and distributed nationwide.
- 2026-04-01FDA-DevicePhilipsClass IIINationwideCheck Philips ultrasound transducer useful life labeling
Philips is clarifying labeling on certain Mini Multi TEE Ultrasound Transducers to better define when these devices should no longer be used in clinical settings. The affected units may lack clear guidance on their useful lifespan, which could affect safe operation.
- 2026-04-01FDA-DevicePhilipsClass IIINationwideCheck Philips L17-5 ultrasound transducer labeling
Philips is clarifying labeling on certain L17-5 Ultrasound Transducers to better define their useful life in clinical use. This affects 2 units with specific model and serial numbers distributed nationwide. No injuries have been reported.
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