In the last decade, numerous medical devices have been recalled due to dangerous defects, design flaws, or inadequate warnings. For patients, these recalls can mean painful complications, repeat surgeries, and long-term health issues.
At Jeffress Law, PC, our attorneys have decades of experience advocating for victims harmed by defective medical devices. Understanding which products have been most frequently recalled can help you identify whether you or a loved one may be at risk.
Top Recalled Medical Devices Since 2015
The following devices have been among the most commonly recalled over the past ten years:
- Hip Replacement Systems: Devices with poor materials or faulty designs have led to dislocations, fractures, and the need for revision surgeries.
- Transvaginal Mesh: Recalled for causing severe pain, bleeding, and organ damage, this product has resulted in thousands of lawsuits.
- Pacemakers and Defibrillators: Faulty batteries and wiring issues have led to life-threatening malfunctions and urgent device removals.
- Insulin Pumps: Defective pumps can result in incorrect dosing, causing dangerous highs or lows in blood sugar levels.
- Implantable Pain Pumps: Some models have delivered medication at incorrect rates, putting patients at risk of overdose or underdose.
- Surgical Staplers: Misfiring or incomplete staples have led to internal bleeding, infection, and surgical complications.
These recalls are often categorized by the FDA as Class I — the most serious level — indicating a reasonable probability that the product could cause severe harm or death.
Legal Support for Victims of Recalled Devices
If you’ve been injured by a recalled device, you may be entitled to compensation. Product liability laws allow you to seek accountability from manufacturers for negligence and design flaws. Compensation may include:
- Medical expenses
- Lost income
- Pain and suffering
- Future rehabilitation needs
Contact a Defective Medical Device Lawyer in Boulder
If you or someone you love has been harmed by a recalled medical device, you deserve support from an experienced attorney. Reach out to Jeffress Law, PC, at 303-993-8685. We serve clients in Boulder, Loveland, Longmont, Fort Collins, and the surrounding areas and are here to help you pursue justice and move forward with confidence.
