Recalls in Texas: What the Data Shows

Texas ranks second in the ConsumerSun state ranking. In the ConsumerSun Recall Index, 790 recalls dated between October 31, 2024, and October 27, 2026, carry an official distribution statement naming Texas. Another 1,444 recalls in that window were distributed nationwide, so they reached Texas too, on top of the 790 counted here.

The Index tracks 4,726 recalls from three federal agencies: the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). This article covers which companies account for the most recalls distributed in Texas, which hazards appear most often, and what to do if you own a recalled product. For the national picture, see our ranking of recalls by state.

Which companies file the most recalls distributed in Texas?

Medical supply companies lead the Texas list, as they do nationally. ASP Global accounts for 64 records, all of them disposable tourniquet cuffs sold under the Expressaire brand. Medline Industries follows with 53 records, and Avid Medical adds 29, most of them surgical kits and procedure packs.

The food side of the Texas list is stronger than in most states. Taylor Fresh Foods accounts for 25 records, Galaxy RG for 23, and Taylor Farms de Mexico for 21. Fresh produce, salsas, and prepared salads recur throughout the Texas records, which shows up again in the hazard counts below.

What are the leading hazards in Texas recalls?

The most common hazard wording is the ASP Global labeling failure: 64 records for tourniquet cuffs printed with a 10 year shelf life when the validated shelf life is 5 years, on products made between September 2016 and March 2023.

After that, food hazards take over:

• Potential contamination with Salmonella accounts for 36 records, the highest food hazard count on the Texas list.
• Undeclared colors, listed as Yellow #5, Yellow #6, and Red #40, account for 23 records, matching the Galaxy RG baked goods recalls.
• Potential Cyclospora contamination accounts for 21 records, tied to lettuce and salad products.
• Unapproved design changes made outside a cleared design account for 16 records.

What are some recent recalls that reached Texas?

Three records dated October 21, 2026, illustrate the Texas list:

• Cook Incorporated recalled Williams Cystoscopic Injection Needles. A component in the affected lots may not have been correctly seated during manufacturing, which can increase procedural time or lead to inadequate treatment.
• Medtronic Sofamor Danek USA Inc recalled Grafton DBM and Grafton Plus DBM bone matrix products after a donor record review found that tissue in one batch tested positive for Clostridium butyricum. The company is retrieving unused product made from that donor.
• Magellan Diagnostics, Inc. recalled the LeadCare II Blood Lead Test Kit, model 70-6762. In one sub-lot, the printed expiration date reads July 22, 2026, while the correct expiration date is July 13, 2026.

What should a Texas consumer do with a recalled product?

1. Check the product against the current list on ConsumerSun's weekly recall page. Match the lot code, model number, or UPC, not just the product name.
2. Follow the remedy in the official agency record linked from the Index. Remedies range from a refund or a free repair to an instruction to stop using the product and throw it away.
3. Keep the packaging, or a photo of the lot code, until the remedy is complete. Companies often ask for that proof.
4. For a food recall, check the use by dates on anything still in your refrigerator or pantry. Produce recalls often cover several weeks of shipments under one announcement.

How did ConsumerSun count Texas recalls?

We counted every recall in the Index dated October 31, 2024, through October 27, 2026, whose official distribution statement names Texas. Distribution statements come mainly from Food and Drug Administration records, so this state list reflects food and medical product recalls more than vehicle recalls, which rarely name individual states. In total, 2,122 of the 4,726 records in the Index carry no distribution statement at all, which makes 790 a floor rather than a complete census. One recall can name many states, so the state counts overlap and do not add up to the national total. The 1,444 nationwide recalls reached every state and are counted separately.

How does Texas compare with other states?

See the other state studies in this series: California, Florida, New York, and Illinois, or browse the full recalls by state ranking. For the companies behind the biggest recall counts nationwide, see the companies with the most recalls.

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