Cardinal Health recalls
Every recall we track for Cardinal Health — 60 in all, from 2013–2022 — plus the complaints and injury reports the public filed about them. 2 are rated “stop using now”.
Recalls per year, by danger level
Recalls from Cardinal Health peaked in 2020 (39); 59 since 2017. 3% rated “stop using now”.
All FDA recall records for Cardinal Health since 2017, counted by recall date (one bar per calendar year; 2026 is partial). Danger level is GovInfoNow’s plain-language rating; “not yet rated” records are still being written up.
| Year | Stop using now | Use caution | Lower risk | Not yet rated | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 38 | 39 |
| 2021 | 1 | 1 | 12 | 0 | 14 |
| 2022 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 6 |
| 2023 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2026 (to date) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Cardinal Health recalls before 2017
Recalls on record by year.
What to do if you have a recalled Cardinal Health product
- Match the model, catalog or lot number on your device to the recall.
- Ask the prescribing clinician or supplier what to do — many device recalls are corrections, not removals.
- Report problems to FDA MedWatch.
All Cardinal Health recalls
5 shown- Use cautionMedical device
Cardinal Health recalls Dover Closed Urethral Tray with Vinyl Catheter 14 Fr/Ch (4.7 ml) 5ml Catheter Product Code: 2480 Intended for urinary
Cardinal Health recalls Dover Closed Urethral Tray with Vinyl Catheter 14 Fr/Ch (4.7 ml) 5ml Catheter Product Code: 2480 due to potential blockage of the bubble inlet port causing urinary retention risk.
Cardinal HealthNov 1, 2022 - Lower riskMedical device
Cardinal Health recalls RoyalSilk Non-Reinforced Surgical Gowns X-large SKU: 9548
Cardinal Health recalls RoyalSilk Non-Reinforced Surgical Gowns X-large (SKU 9548) due to potential open packaging seals compromising sterility. Affected lot numbers and UDI provided for identification.
Cardinal HealthNov 2, 2021 - Lower riskMedical device
Cardinal Health recalls Monoject 0.9% Sodium Chloride Flush Syringe, 5mL Fill, STERILE, Product Code 8881570125 The proposed device is
Cardinal Health recalls Monoject 0.9% Sodium Chloride Flush Syringes due to potential air reintroduction after expelling air. Affected units have specific product codes and were sold in certain regions.
Cardinal HealthAug 4, 2021 - UnratedMedical device
Cardinal Health recalls AAMI 3 NONREIN SCRBNURGOWN BNS L, Item Code 90270NB
Cardinal Health recalls AAMI 3 non-reinforced surgical gowns with unknown bioburden and microbiological contamination. Affected gowns have specific lot numbers from 2018-2019 production. Consumers should contact manufacturer for details.
Cardinal HealthJan 11, 2020 - Use cautionDrug
Cardinal Health recalls Potassium Chloride, microencapsulated extended-release tablets, 20 mEq, blister card of 30/10 cards in a corrugated
Cardinal Health recalls Sandoz Potassium Chloride tablets due to incorrect package inserts. Check your lot numbers and expiration dates for details.
SandozOct 2, 2013
Cardinal Health recall questions
How many recalls has Cardinal Health had?
60 recalls from Cardinal Health are on record with U.S. safety agencies, from 2013–2022 (59 medical device, 1 drug).
What is the most recent Cardinal Health recall?
Cardinal Health recalls Dover Closed Urethral Tray with Vinyl Catheter 14 Fr/Ch (4.7 ml) 5ml Catheter Product Code: 2480 Intended for urinary, dated Nov 1, 2022. Every Cardinal Health recall is listed on this page, newest first.
What should I do if I have a recalled Cardinal Health product?
Match the model, catalog or lot number on your device to the recall. Ask the prescribing clinician or supplier what to do — many device recalls are corrections, not removals. Report problems to FDA MedWatch.
How do I get alerts for new Cardinal Health recalls?
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