South Carolina recalls
3,484 federal recalls affecting South Carolina in the last 12 months - 122 South Carolina-specific plus 3,362 nationwide. Sourced from CPSC, FDA, USDA, and NHTSA.
- 2025-12-31FDA-DeviceZimmer BiometClass IINationwideContact your surgeon about Zimmer Affixus nail
Zimmer, Inc. is recalling specific lots of Affixus Antegrade Femoral Nails (model 815509400, 9 mm, 400 mm length) used in thigh bone surgery. Some implants may have a manufacturing defect that makes the shaft undersized, which could cause the nail to fracture over time.
- 2025-12-31FDA-DeviceZimmer BiometClass IINationwideContact your surgeon about Zimmer Affixus femoral nail
Zimmer, Inc. is recalling certain Affixus Antegrade Femoral Nails (9 mm, 380 mm length, right-sided) because the implant shaft may be undersized. This manufacturing defect could cause the implant to break inside the body, potentially leading to pain, improper bone healing, or the need for additional surgery.
- 2025-12-31FDA-DeviceZimmer BiometClass IINationwideCheck if you received Zimmer femoral nail implant
Zimmer, Inc. recalled certain Affixus 9 mm femoral nails (model 815509360, length 360 mm) because the shaft may be undersized and prone to breaking. If the implant fractures, it could cause pain, improper bone healing, tissue damage, or require additional surgery.
- 2025-12-31FDA-DeviceZimmer BiometClass IINationwideContact your surgeon about Zimmer femoral nail
Zimmer, Inc. recalled 22 Affixus Antegrade Femoral Nails (9 mm, 340 mm length, right-sided) because the implants may have an undersized shaft diameter that could cause the nail to break inside the leg over time. If the implant fractures, it may cause pain, improper bone healing, tissue damage, or require additional surgery.
- 2025-12-31FDA-DeviceZimmer BiometClass IINationwideContact your surgeon about Zimmer Affixus femoral nail
Zimmer, Inc. is recalling certain Affixus Antegrade Femoral Nails (9 mm, 320 mm length, right-sided) because the implant shaft may be undersized. This manufacturing defect could cause the nail to break over time, which may lead to pain, bone healing problems, or the need for additional surgery.
- 2025-12-31FDA-DeviceICU MedicalClass IINationwideStop using LifeShield Infusion Safety Software v2.2
ICU Medical's LifeShield Infusion Safety Software v2.2 has a software issue that limits concentration settings to one decimal place instead of three. This may force users to set drug limits differently than the manufacturer recommends, potentially causing patients to receive too much or too little medication.
- 2025-12-31FDA-DeviceICU MedicalClass IINationwideCheck ICU Medical LifeShield Drug Library settings
ICU Medical's LifeShield Drug Library Management software version 2.2.1 has a problem where the Change Summary review tool stops working correctly after a library migration. This affects only customers who upgraded from version 2.1x and use Plum Duo v1.1 infusion pumps. When the review tool doesn't work, staff may not catch errors in pump settings.
- 2025-12-31FDA-DeviceIntuitive SurgicalClass IINationwideCheck your da Vinci 5 surgeon console serial number
A faulty motor connector in certain da Vinci 5 surgical systems may cause Error 23062, which locks the surgeon console's ergonomic adjustments (viewer, headrest, armrest, and pedal position). This could delay or disrupt a scheduled surgical procedure. The issue affects 144 systems across 30 states.
- 2025-12-31FDA-DeviceHowmedica OsteonicsClass IINationwideStop using affected Stryker CranialMask Tracker units
The Stryker CranialMask Tracker, a surgical tracking device used during head and neck procedures, can display a software error message when activated in the operating room, making it unusable. This affects 320 units worldwide across specific lot numbers. No injuries have been reported.
- 2025-12-31FDA-DeviceCareFusionClass IINationwideCheck your BD Pyxis medication cabinet
BD Pyxis automated medication dispensing cabinets used in hospitals and pharmacies received a firmware update that caused certain drawers to fail. When a drawer fails, staff may have difficulty accessing or restocking medications, which could delay patient care.
- 2025-12-31FDA-DeviceAlconClass INationwideStop using affected Alcon Custom Pak surgical packs
Alcon Custom Pak sterile surgical procedure packs used in eye surgery may have incomplete seals that could compromise sterility. This affects 151 units across specific lot numbers. No injuries have been reported.
- 2025-12-31FDA-DeviceDraegerClass INationwideCheck your Draeger Vapor 3000 serial number
Draeger, Inc. is recalling certain Vapor 3000 anesthetic vaporizers (Model M36500) because a component inside was not built to specification and contains impurities. This affects 188 units with specific serial numbers distributed worldwide. No injuries have been reported.
- 2025-12-31FDA-DeviceDraegerClass INationwideCheck your Draeger Vapor 2000 vaporizer serial number
Draeger, Inc. is recalling certain Vapor 2000 anesthetic vaporizers because an internal component was manufactured with impurities and did not meet quality specifications. The affected units are identified by specific serial numbers and were distributed worldwide, including across the United States.
- 2025-12-31FDA-DeviceAgfaClass IINationwideCheck AGFA DR 800 X-ray system settings
AGFA's DR 800 digital X-ray system can deliver higher radiation doses than the FDA allows during certain fluoroscopy procedures. This happens when the frame rate is increased on the NX workstation without proper safety features enabled. About 35 systems are affected nationwide.
- 2025-12-31FDA-FoodCarousel CandiesClass INationwideStop eating Choceur Cookie Butter Holiday Bark
Choceur Cookie Butter Holiday Bark sold at Aldi contains pecan that is not listed on the label. People with pecan allergies could have a serious reaction if they eat this product. The recall affects specific lot numbers with best-by dates through June 2026.
- 2025-12-31FDA-FoodCarousel CandiesClass INationwideStop eating Choceur holiday bark candy
Choceur Pecan Cranberry & Cinnamon Holiday Bark contains wheat that is not listed on the label. People with wheat allergies or celiac disease could have a serious reaction if they eat this product. The affected bags were sold at Aldi stores nationwide.
- 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.
- 2025-12-24FDA-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-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-DeviceRocket MedicalClass IIStop using Rocket 20Fg chest tubes
Rocket Medical's 20Fg Seldinger chest tube procedure tray has misleading instructions that may prevent proper securing of the device. This could cause the tube to fall out during use. The issue affects 246 units distributed across multiple U.S. states and internationally.
- 2025-12-24FDA-DeviceRocket MedicalClass IIStop using Rocket chest tube (Model R54549-16-PK)
Rocket Medical's 16Fg Seldinger chest tube procedure tray has misleading instructions that may cause the device to be secured improperly and fall out during use. The affected product is model R54549-16-PK from specific lot codes (496659, 497629, 496918, 499814, 497077, 500408).
- 2025-12-24FDA-DeviceRocket MedicalClass IIStop using Rocket chest tube model R54544-18-SG
Rocket Medical's 18Fg Seldinger Catheter with Safety Guard (model R54544-18-SG) has misleading instructions on how to properly secure the device. This labeling error can lead to improper placement, causing the chest tube to fall out during use. The recall affects 110 units distributed across multiple U.S. states and international locations.
- 2025-12-24FDA-DeviceRocket MedicalClass IIStop using Rocket chest tube tray R54544-18-PK
The instruction manual and labeling for the Rocket 18Fg Seldinger Catheter Procedure Tray contain misleading information that may cause the chest tube to be secured incorrectly. This could result in the tube falling out during use.
- 2025-12-24FDA-DeviceRocket MedicalClass IIStop using Rocket chest tube model R54544-12-SG
Rocket Medical's 12Fg Seldinger Catheter chest tubes have misleading instructions that may lead to improper securing of the device. This increases the risk that the catheter could fall out during use. The FDA has identified 240 units across multiple lot codes distributed in the US and internationally.
- 2025-12-24FDA-DeviceRocket MedicalClass IIBrand Name: Rocket Product Name: Rocket 12Fg Seldinger Catheter Procedure Tray Model/Catalog Number: R54544-12-PK Product Description: Chest tube manufactured from PVC, with fenestrations and a barium stripe to the indicated French gauge size. Supplied with a procedure pack to allow percutaneous insertion, supplied with connectors to allow attachment to chest drain bottle devices. Component: N/A
IFU and device kit labeling contains misleading statements leading to improper securing of the device resulting in the potential to fall out during use.
- 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-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.
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