California recalls
3,799 federal recalls affecting California in the last 12 months - 437 California-specific plus 3,362 nationwide. Sourced from CPSC, FDA, USDA, and NHTSA.
- 2025-12-31FDA-FoodKarabetianClass IIStop using Zimi Puff Pastry French Style
Zimi Puff Pastry French Style (frozen, 700 g packages) contains partially hydrogenated oils (PHOs), which are banned in U.S. food products. The affected frozen pastry was distributed to 10 states. No injuries have been reported.
- 2025-12-31FDA-DrugMerckClass IINationwideStop using Merck Noxafil Powdermix immediately
Merck has recalled specific lots of Noxafil Powdermix, a prescription antifungal medication, because some packets may contain metal particles. This affects 845 kits distributed nationwide. No injuries have been reported.
- 2025-12-31FDA-DrugMerckClass IINationwideStop using Merck Emend suspension lot Z014503
Merck has recalled a limited lot of Emend (aprepitant) 125 mg oral suspension due to the potential presence of metal particles in the product. This affects 3 single-dose kits with lot number Z014503 and expiration date 11/15/2027 distributed nationwide.
- 2025-12-27USDAClass IThrow out Forward Farms ground beef
Mountain West Food Group is recalling approximately 2,855 pounds of Forward Farms grass-fed ground beef due to possible E. coli O26 contamination. The contamination was discovered during routine testing. No illnesses have been reported so far.
- 2025-12-24FDA-DeviceAbbottClass IINationwideUpdate your Abbott Alinity ci-series software
Abbott Laboratories is recalling certain Alinity ci-series System Control Modules with software version 3.6.1 or lower due to a performance issue that could produce inaccurate lab test results. The issue affects multiple analytes and was discovered during Abbott's internal testing.
- 2025-12-24FDA-DeviceCepheidClass IICheck Cepheid BCR-ABL Ultra test lot numbers
Cepheid's Xpert BCR-ABL Ultra diagnostic test kits may produce inaccurate results when testing blood samples with very high white blood cell counts (above 30,000 cells). This affects certain lot numbers distributed across the US and internationally. No injuries have been reported.
- 2025-12-24FDA-DeviceCepheidClass IICheck Cepheid BCR-ABL test kit lot numbers
Cepheid's Xpert BCR-ABL Ultra diagnostic test kits may give inaccurate results when testing blood samples with very high white blood cell counts (over 30,000 cells). This affects specific lot numbers distributed across the US and internationally. No injuries have been reported.
- 2025-12-24FDA-DeviceMedtronicClass IIUpdate your Medtronic MiniMed InPen App immediately
Medtronic MiniMed InPen App users on Android (versions 7.5.0, 7.5.1, and 8.0.0) may lose insulin reminders if they uninstall and reinstall the app. The notification settings screen doesn't appear during setup, preventing notifications from overriding your phone's mute or Do Not Disturb mode. This could delay insulin therapy.
- 2025-12-24FDA-DeviceSmith & NephewClass IINationwideCheck Smith & Nephew bone screws for labeling error
Smith & Nephew is recalling certain BIOSURE HA Screws (6mm x 20mm bone fixation screws) due to a labeling error on affected units. The screws themselves are safe, but the packaging labels on a small number of units contain incorrect information. No injuries have been reported.
- 2025-12-24FDA-DeviceMyofunctional ResearchClass IINationwideStop using Myosa for Kids mouthguard
Myofunctional Research Company USA distributed Myosa for Kids mouthguards in the U.S. without FDA approval. The company mistakenly sold approximately 436 units of these devices, which are designed for children ages 3–15 to help with breathing and myofunctional disorders. No injuries have been reported.
- 2025-12-24FDA-DeviceDSAARTClass IIStop using AART Calf Implants
DSAART LLC distributed calf implants that did not meet FDA requirements. The products were sold without required FDA premarket approval or clearance, and some deviated from manufacturing specifications. Approximately 35 implants were distributed across multiple U.S. states.
- 2025-12-24FDA-DeviceDSAARTClass IIStop using AART Pectoral Implants
DSAART LLC distributed AART Pectoral Implants that were manufactured differently than approved and were sold without required FDA clearance. The implants do not meet established safety and quality standards. Affected models were distributed across multiple U.S. states.
- 2025-12-24FDA-DeviceDSAARTClass IIStop using AART Malar Implants
DSAART LLC distributed AART Malar Implants (model 401-202-5 and 401-202-6, lot numbers 24-01-014 and 24-01-015) without obtaining required FDA premarket approval and with deviations from established manufacturing specifications. Two implants were affected and distributed across multiple U.S. states.
- 2025-12-24FDA-DeviceDSAARTClass IIStop using AART Chin Implants
DSAART LLC distributed AART Chin Implants that were manufactured with deviations from established specifications and without obtaining required FDA premarket approvals or clearances. The affected implants were distributed across multiple U.S. states.
- 2025-12-24FDA-DeviceDSAARTClass IIStop using AART Gluteal Implants
DSAART LLC distributed gluteal implants without FDA approval and in ways that deviated from approved specifications. The FDA has recalled 118 implants across multiple models and lot numbers distributed in 28 U.S. states and territories. No injuries have been reported.
- 2025-12-24FDA-DeviceDSAARTClass IIStop using AART Silicone Carving Implants
DSAART LLC distributed AART Silicone Carving Implants without obtaining required FDA premarket approval or clearance, and some products deviated from established manufacturing specifications. These implants are used in augmentation and reconstructive surgery. The FDA has issued a Class II recall affecting 369 implants distributed across multiple U.S. states.
- 2025-12-24FDA-DeviceCopanClass IIStop using Copan Italia DTT treatment reagent
Copan Italia's DTT (dithiothreitol) liquid reagent, used to prepare respiratory specimens in laboratories, may not work properly. The reagent is supplied in 1ml PET tubes with capture caps. There have been no reported injuries, but the functionality cannot be guaranteed for specimen fluidification.
- 2025-12-24FDA-DeviceCopanClass IIStop using affected Copan DTT reagent tubes
Copan Italia's DTT (dithiothreitol) reagent tubes used with the WASP microbiology system may not reliably liquefy respiratory specimens as intended. This could affect the quality of lab test results. The issue affects approximately 122,850 units distributed across multiple US states.
- 2025-12-24FDA-DeviceDICOM GridClass IICheck Intelerad InteleShare software version
Intelerad InteleShare medical imaging software versions 3.24.3 through 3.25.2 contain a bug that can produce inaccurate measurement values when certain viewing features are used together. This could lead to incorrect measurements on medical images, potentially affecting diagnosis and treatment planning.
- 2025-12-24FDA-DeviceInstrumentation LaboratoryClass IIIStop using affected HemosIL SynthAFax test lots
Instrumentation Laboratory recalled specific lots of HemosIL SynthAFax Partial Thromboplastin Time tests because they were manufactured with twice the intended amount of preservative. This could affect test accuracy. No injuries have been reported.
- 2025-12-24FDA-DeviceSeaSpineClass IICheck NorthStar OCT Navigation instrument compatibility
The instruction guide for SeaSpine's NorthStar OCT Navigation surgical instruments incorrectly states that the tools work with both Medtronic Solera and Infinity system toolcards. In fact, they only work with Solera toolcards. Using these instruments with an Infinity system toolcard could result in device malfunction during surgery.
- 2025-12-24FDA-DeviceGE HealthcareClass IINationwideUpdate GE HealthCare ViewPoint 6 software
GE HealthCare ViewPoint 6 versions 6.15.3 and 6.15.4 may not display complete patient medical history information in the Patient History tab. This affects specific ultrasound systems used in medical facilities. No injuries have been reported.
- 2025-12-24FDA-DeviceDatascopeClass IIINationwideCheck Cardiosave Rescue documentation for standards update
Datascope Corp. has issued an updated instruction manual (IFU) for the Cardiosave Rescue defibrillator. The update corrects references in the Vibration and Shock Table to match the proper technical standards. This affects 47 units distributed in the US and internationally.
- 2025-12-24FDA-DeviceDatascopeClass IIINationwideCheck your Cardiosave Hybrid documentation
Datascope Corp. is updating the instruction manual for Cardiosave Hybrid devices to correct references in the Vibration and Shock Table to ensure alignment with applicable standards. This is a documentation correction that affects multiple device models.
- 2025-12-24FDA-DeviceZimmer BiometClass IINationwideCheck Zimmer Dermatome AN device serial number
Zimmer Surgical Inc. is recalling certain Dermatome AN surgical devices (Model 88710100) because the thickness control bar may be misaligned. This could affect the device's ability to cut skin grafts to the correct thickness during surgery. No injuries have been reported.
- 2025-12-24FDA-DeviceZimmer BiometClass IINationwideStop using Zimmer Air Dermatome devices
Zimmer Surgical Inc. is recalling certain Zimmer Air Dermatome surgical devices because the thickness control bar may be misaligned. This could affect how the device operates during skin grafting procedures. No injuries have been reported so far.
- 2025-12-24FDA-DeviceMedlineClass IINationwideStop using Medline sterile Kelly forceps
Medline Industries' sterile Kelly forceps (5.5 inch, Item DYNJ04048) may have packaging seals that don't hold properly. If the seal fails, the sterile barrier is broken, which could allow bacteria or other germs to contaminate the instrument and increase infection risk if used.
- 2025-12-24FDA-DeviceMedlineClass IINationwideStop using Medline sterile OR scissors
Medline Industries sterile surgical scissors (5.5", Item DYND04000, Lot 2023102590) may have weak packaging seals that could break during storage or handling. If the sterile packaging fails, the scissors could become contaminated and increase infection risk if used in surgery or medical procedures.
- 2025-12-24FDA-DeviceMindrayClass IINationwideCheck your Mindray BeneVision DMS workstation
Mindray's BeneVision Distributed Monitoring System (DMS) workstations with specific hardware and audio driver configurations may experience audio playback failure or screen freezing during operation. This can affect the usability of the central monitoring system in clinical settings. About 906 units are affected worldwide.
- 2025-12-24FDA-DeviceGEClass INationwideContact GE Healthcare about Carestation anesthesia system recall
GE Healthcare has recalled certain Power Management Boards in Carestation 600 and 700 Series anesthesia systems. If AC power is lost or unplugged, these systems may unexpectedly shut down instead of switching to battery backup, causing temporary disruption of ventilation and medication delivery. After restart, the system will not return to its previous settings.
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