North Carolina recalls

Sold nationwide. Alere is recalling four groups of hCG rapid tests, which detect the pregnancy hormone hCG, because they may pick up very low hCG levels below the stated sensitivity. This can lead to a false positive result. No injuries have been reported, and the tests were sold across the U.S. and in several other countries.

Moderate·FDA·Oct 7, 2026·Alere4 products

Sold nationwide. HeartSine distributed certain models of samaritan PAD defibrillators without a required Maintenance Supplement document. This document provides instructions for an additional quarterly (every 3 months) maintenance check beyond the standard monthly check. Without these instructions, facilities may not perform the full maintenance schedule needed to keep the devices in proper working order.

Moderate·FDA·Oct 7, 2026·HeartSine

Sold nationwide. Draeger has recalled its VentStar Resus Neo neonatal breathing circuit (Part Number MP00310) due to potential cracks in the hose. These cracks could cause air leakage or allow the hose to separate during use. The recall affects all lot numbers distributed nationwide and internationally.

Serious·FDA·Oct 7, 2026·Draeger

Sold nationwide. Medline is recalling two products: hand control pendants and their wiring used with certain home care beds. The pendant or its wiring can overheat, which may cause smoking, sparking, melting, burning, or fire. About 771,127 units are affected, and the recall was expanded on 11/26/2025 to add products.

Serious·FDA·Oct 7, 2026·Medline2 products

Sold nationwide. The bolus tracking application on Philips Spectral CT 7500 scanners (Software V5.2.x) can malfunction and continue taking imaging shots even after reaching the contrast threshold. This can cause patients to receive unintended additional radiation during CT scans.

Moderate·FDA·Oct 7, 2026·Philips

Sold nationwide. Mastisol Skin Adhesive, a sterile surgical glue used in regional anesthesia procedures, is being recalled due to manufacturing issues with the product contained in surgical convenience trays. The recall affects a specific lot used in continuous epidural trays distributed nationwide.

Moderate·FDA·Oct 7, 2026·Custom Interventional Pain Management

Sold nationwide. ASP Global is recalling 64 Expressaire disposable tourniquet cuffs made between September 2016 and March 2023. The labels list a 10-year shelf life, but the validated shelf life is 5 years, so the printed expiration dates are wrong. No injuries have been reported.

Moderate·FDA·Oct 7, 2026·ASP Global64 products

Sold nationwide. Todd's Seeds is recalling six sprouting seed products because they may contain E. coli and/or Salmonella. The seeds were supplied by another company that recalled its alfalfa seed, and the affected products contain that seed. The products were sold nationwide, including through Amazon and directly to consumers, and no illnesses have been reported.

Serious·FDA·Oct 7, 2026·Todd's Seeds6 products

Kofinas Garlic Mediterranean Infused Extra Virgin Olive Oil contains garlic essential oil that is not approved for use in food products. The affected oil was sold in 3.4 fl oz, 8.5 fl oz, and 17 fl oz bottles to consumers across multiple states. No illnesses have been reported.

Moderate·FDA·Oct 7, 2026·Kofinas

Salata Dressings recalled certain batches of its Jalapeño Avocado Dressing due to potential Salmonella contamination found in diced jalapeños supplied by their ingredient vendor. The affected products were distributed in Georgia, North Carolina, and Texas.

Serious·FDA·Oct 7, 2026·Salata Salad Kitchen

Sold nationwide. Apotex Corp. is recalling Paroxetine Extended-Release Tablets 37.5mg (Lot# TY9495, Exp Date 05/2027) because they failed to meet dissolution specifications. This means the tablets may not break down properly in the body, affecting how much medicine is absorbed.

Moderate·FDA·Oct 7, 2026·Apotex

Sold nationwide. Par Health USA and Endo USA are recalling certain lots of Buprenorphine Hydrochloride 0.3 mg/mL injection due to crystallization in the vials. Crystallization can affect the drug's effectiveness and safety. The recall affects six specific lots distributed nationwide.

Moderate·FDA·Oct 7, 2026·Paragon 28

Sold nationwide. A shipment of Zoladex (goserelin) 3.6 mg implants was left in an unheated FedEx trailer in outdoor conditions for approximately 25.5 hours. This temperature exposure may have affected the medication's stability and effectiveness. The recall affects 296 cartons with lot number YN0099 (expiration 01/31/2028).

Moderate·FDA·Oct 7, 2026·TerSera Therapeutics

Sold nationwide. Amneal Pharmaceuticals is recalling specific lots of Estradiol Gel 0.1% because some packets in affected cartons were found to be empty or only partially filled. This means patients may not receive the correct dose of medication. The recall affects 2,592 cartons distributed nationwide.

Moderate·FDA·Oct 7, 2026·Amneal Pharmaceuticals

Sold nationwide. Glenmark Pharmaceuticals received complaints that some cans of Clindamycin Phosphate Foam 1% arrived damaged and were leaking. The affected product was distributed nationwide. No injuries have been reported.

Moderate·FDA·Oct 7, 2026·Glenmark

Sold nationwide. Ajanta Pharma USA Inc. is recalling one lot of Ranolazine Extended-Release Tablets, 1000 mg, because the tablets failed to meet dissolution specifications. This means the medication may not release properly in the body, potentially affecting its effectiveness. The recall affects lot DJ25134 with an expiration date of 11/30/2028, distributed nationwide.

Moderate·FDA·Oct 7, 2026·Ajanta Pharma

Sold nationwide. Aurobindo Pharma USA Inc has recalled Amazon-brand Extra Strength Acetaminophen 500mg caplets due to consumer reports of discolored tablets in affected bottles. The recall affects 1000-count bottles with lot number ACD124048A and expiration date 11/30/2027 distributed nationwide.

FDA·Oct 7, 2026·Aurobindo Pharma

Sold nationwide. FDA testing found that one lot of Babies' Magic Tea Baby Sleep Gripe Water contains ethanol, methanol, and isopropanol that are not listed on the label. These alcohols can impair the central nervous system, especially in infants, and may cause drowsiness, nausea, vomiting, or more serious effects depending on how much is used.

Serious·FDA·Oct 6, 2026·Pacific Health Sciences

Sold nationwide. Leader Formulas recalled RAPTURE Preworkout powder after FDA testing found it contains DMAA, a banned stimulant ingredient. DMAA can raise blood pressure and cause heart problems, including heart attack, shortness of breath, and chest tightness.

Serious·FDA·Oct 6, 2026·Leader Formulas

Sold nationwide. A software issue in the newest StatStrip Glucose Hospital Meter (Gen 2.0 model) can cause a glucose test result to be incorrectly linked to the wrong patient's medical record. When a patient ID barcode is scanned, previous patient information may stay on the meter screen; if a healthcare worker accidentally accepts it, the test result goes to the wrong patient, potentially leading to incorrect treatment decisions. One case of inappropriate insulin administration has been reported.

Moderate·FDA·Oct 5, 2026·StatStrip

Sold nationwide. Agrish-branded adult portable bed rails (models AG-12011, AG-12014, and AG-12016) can trap users between the rail and mattress or within the rail itself, creating a serious risk of asphyxiation and death. The rails also fail safety standards for structural stability and retention straps, and have incorrectly sized push pins that can cause lacerations. About 35,000 units were sold online through Amazon from April 2025 through May 2026.

Serious·CPSC·Oct 1, 2026·Lebo

Sold nationwide. The immersion heaters in these portable camping showers can ignite when partially or completely out of water, creating a fire hazard. About 400 units were sold online through Amazon and Walmart between February and August 2026. No injuries have been reported.

Serious·CPSC·Oct 1, 2026·Golden Resale

Sold nationwide. Dollar Tree's electric balloon pump (model 406198) can overheat during use, creating a burn risk. The firm has received three reports of overheating, including one involving flames and one explosion, though no injuries have been reported so far.

Moderate·CPSC·Oct 1, 2026·Dollar Tree

Sold nationwide. Kobayashi rechargeable hand warmers contain lithium-ion batteries and electrical components that can overheat and ignite. This poses a risk of fire and serious burns to users.

Serious·CPSC·Oct 1, 2026·Kobayashi

Sold nationwide. Metal wire bristles can detach from Walmart Expert Grill brushes and stick to food or the grill surface. If swallowed, these bristles can cause serious internal injuries that may require surgery.

Serious·CPSC·Oct 1, 2026·Walmart

Sold nationwide. Gobi Heat rechargeable hand warmers can overheat and catch fire due to a problem with the lithium-ion battery and electrical components inside. The black hand warmers with gray accents (model UT3053) were sold in pairs from October 2024 through August 2026. No injuries have been reported yet, but the risk is serious.

Serious·CPSC·Oct 1, 2026·Gobi Heat

Sold nationwide. These magnetic stick figure toy sets contain high-powered magnets that can come loose and be swallowed by children. If ingested, multiple magnets can attract each other inside the digestive system, causing serious internal injuries including perforations, blockages, and in severe cases, death.

Serious·CPSC·Oct 1, 2026·GBYMIUY

Sold nationwide. The cord or internal wiring in these floor lamps can overheat, smoke, spark, or catch fire when the lamp is plugged in or turned on. The company has received 11 reports of problems, including two incidents involving shock and burn injuries.

Serious·CPSC·Oct 1, 2026·Designs Direct Creative

Sold nationwide. YunHeng's LandTale portable bed rails can trap users between the rail and mattress, creating a serious risk of asphyxiation. The rails also lack required warning labels and do not meet safety standards for adult bed rails. About 730 units were sold online.

Serious·CPSC·Oct 1, 2026·YunHeng

Sold nationwide. The front bolt in the seat post clamping mechanism on certain Urban Arrow cargo electric bikes can break, causing the seat to loosen during use. This poses a fall hazard to riders. The manufacturer has received nine reports of damage to the seat-post connection, though no injuries have been reported yet.

Moderate·CPSC·Oct 1, 2026·Gazelle