fda_device_recalls
Search FDA medical device recall reports to identify recalled devices by name, manufacturer, or reason for recall using structured queries.
Instructions
Search FDA medical device recall reports (RES system). Find recalled devices by name, manufacturer, or reason for recall.
Example searches:
'openfda.device_name:"pacemaker"' — pacemaker recalls
'reason_for_recall:"software"' — software-related recalls
Input Schema
TableJSON Schema
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| search | No | OpenFDA search query. Examples: 'field:value', 'field:"Exact Phrase"', 'field:[20200101+TO+20231231]', '_exists_:field'. Combine with '+AND+', '+OR+', '+NOT+'. | |
| limit | No | Max results (default 10, max 100) |