Product Recall Categories
Browse all 19 product recall categories. Each category provides detailed recall information, common safety issues, top affected brands, and safety recommendations to help you stay informed.
Automotive
Medium SeverityAutomotive recalls are among the most common and impactful, affecting millions of vehicles each year. The NHTSA oversees vehicle safety recalls in the...
Baby Products
Medium SeverityBaby product recalls carry the highest urgency due to the vulnerability of infants and young children. The CPSC monitors cribs, car seats, strollers, ...
Food & Beverages
Medium SeverityFood and beverage recalls are the most frequent type of consumer product recall. The FDA and USDA jointly oversee food safety. Common reasons include ...
Medicine & Drugs
Medium SeverityPharmaceutical recalls are classified by the FDA into three categories based on the seriousness of the health hazard. Drug recalls can be triggered by...
Electronics
High SeverityElectronics recalls frequently involve battery-related fire risks, electrical shock hazards, and overheating components. Lithium-ion battery fires hav...
Household Appliances
High SeverityHousehold appliance recalls affect some of the most commonly used products in American homes. Fire risks from dryers, dishwashers, and space heaters a...
Toys & Games
Medium SeverityToy recalls prioritize child safety, with the CPSC overseeing compliance with federal toy safety standards. Lead paint, choking hazards from small par...
Sporting Goods
Medium SeveritySporting goods recalls encompass exercise equipment, recreational vehicles, and athletic gear that could cause injury during use....
Furniture
Medium SeverityFurniture recalls often involve tip-over hazards that can be fatal, particularly for children, as well as structural weaknesses and fire-resistance fa...
Cosmetics & Personal Care
Medium SeverityCosmetics and personal care product recalls have been increasing as regulators discover contaminants like asbestos in talc-based products and benzene ...
Pet Products
Medium SeverityPet product recalls affect food, treats, toys, and accessories that could harm companion animals. The FDA regulates pet food safety....
Outdoor Equipment
Medium SeverityOutdoor equipment recalls cover camping gear, grills, power generators, and other products used in outdoor recreation....
Clothing & Accessories
Medium SeverityClothing recalls most commonly involve children's garments with drawstrings that pose strangulation risks, as well as flammability concerns....
Power Tools
Medium SeverityPower tool recalls address risks of laceration, electrical shock, and projectile hazards that can cause serious injuries....
Kitchen Appliances
Medium SeverityKitchen appliance recalls affect everyday cooking devices from pressure cookers to coffee makers, addressing fire, burn, and laceration risks....
Medical Devices
Medium SeverityMedical device recalls are classified by the FDA and can range from minor labeling corrections to life-threatening device malfunctions....
Cleaning Products
Medium SeverityCleaning product recalls involve household chemicals and devices used for sanitation and maintenance....
Lighting
Medium SeverityLighting recalls address fire and electrical shock hazards from lamps, light fixtures, and LED products....
Supplements & Vitamins
Medium SeverityDietary supplement and vitamin recalls have increased as the market has grown, with the FDA monitoring for contamination and undeclared drug ingredien...
Understanding Product Recall Categories
Product recalls in the United States are categorized based on the type of product and the government agency that oversees its safety. The FDA handles food, drugs, medical devices, and cosmetics. The NHTSA manages automotive recalls. The CPSC covers most consumer products including toys, electronics, furniture, and household appliances. Understanding which category your product falls under helps you find the right information and report concerns to the correct agency.