Which statement is true about FDA recall status updates?

• A. The FDA updates the status when it identifies a violation and classifies the action as a recall, and again when the recall is terminated
• B. The FDA never updates recall status
• C. The status updates depend on the manufacturer
• D. The status is updated only for device recalls

Answer: (A)

Recall status updates show the progression and closure of an issue. The FDA updates the recall status when it first identifies a violation and determines that it should be handled as a recall, and then again later when the recall is terminated or resolved. This gives the public and health professionals a clear view of both the active recall and its eventual closure. The other statements don’t fit because the FDA does actively update recall status, updates aren’t controlled by the manufacturer, and updates apply to recalls beyond just devices (they cover various product categories overseen by the FDA).