Drug recall

FreeStyle Libre Reader, REF: 71525-01, 71701-01, 71739-01 a component of the FreeStyle Libre Flash Glucose…

FDA recall event 91756 · Class I · Abbott Diabetes Care, Inc.

Key facts

Event ID 91756
Recall numbers Z-1273-2023, Z-1274-2023, Z-1275-2023
Recalling firm Abbott Diabetes Care, Inc.
Product type Devices
Products FreeStyle Libre Reader, REF: 71525-01, 71701-01, 71739-01 a component of the FreeStyle Libre Flash Glucose Monitoring System, FreeStyle Libre Reader, REF: 71936-01, 71937-01, 71938-01 a component of the FreeStyle Libre 14 Day Flash Glucose Monitoring System, FreeStyle Libre Reader, REF: 71951-01, 71952-01, 71953-01 a component of the FreeStyle Libre 2 Flash Glucose Monitoring System
Classification Class I
Status Ongoing
Voluntary or mandated Firm Initiated
Reason for recall Lithium-ion batteries in glucose monitoring system readers may swell, overheat, or pose fire hazard. Only use the charging cable/power adapter included with readers. Do not use reader if it is…
Initiation date Feb 13, 2023
Report date Apr 12, 2023
City Alameda
State CA
Country United States
FEI number 3002803444

At a glance

  • 1–9 Products in this recall
  • 10–99 FDA inspections of this firm (FEI)

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