Bracco Diagnostics multihance (gadobenate dimeglumine) injection, 529 mg/mL, 20ml, Rx only, Manufactured for: Bracco Diagnostics Inc., Princeton, NJ 08543 USA, NDC 0270-5164-15

Short Fill: The product is being recalled due to a potential underfill of the affected vials.

Recall #: D-1663-2012
Affected scope: 47,750 vials
Initiated: April 16, 2012

Compiled from official public sources by the publisher. · Updated September 2026

Bracco Diagnostics Inc recalled Bracco Diagnostics multihance (gadobenate dimeglumine) injection, 529 mg/mL, 20ml, Rx onl… - a low-severity action.

Bracco Diagnostics multihance (gadobenate dimeglumine) injection, 529 mg/mL, 20ml, Rx onl… was recalled by Bracco Diagnostics Inc in September 5, 2012. Reason: Short Fill: The product is being recalled due to a potential underfill of the affected vials.. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #D-1663-2012 with the FDA Drug before acting.

The recall

Bracco Diagnostics Inc issued this low-severity FDA Drug recall-Short Fill: The product is being recalled due to a potential underfill of the affected vials..

Low
severity level: Class III
classification: September 5, 2012
reported

Sourced from official FDA Drug enforcement records. Verify recall #D-1663-2012 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution scope (see Distribution below) directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from FDA Drug - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

Where this agency-classified recall sits among FDA Class I/II/III notices

Of 88,244 recalls with an agency hazard classification, 19,068 are high severity, 64,652 moderate, and 4,524 low. A further 16,179 CPSC/NHTSA recalls have no agency class and are excluded from this split. This recall is classified low severity.

Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.

Product description

Bracco Diagnostics multihance (gadobenate dimeglumine) injection, 529 mg/mL, 20ml, Rx only, Manufactured for: Bracco Diagnostics Inc., Princeton, NJ 08543 USA, NDC 0270-5164-15

Reason for recall

Short Fill: The product is being recalled due to a potential underfill of the affected vials.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the FDA Drug recall record
Attribute	Value
Agency	U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Severity class	Low (Class III)
Status	Terminated
Recall number	D-1663-2012
Date reported	September 5, 2012
Date initiated	April 16, 2012
Recalling firm	Bracco Diagnostics Inc
Firm location	Monroe Township, NJ
Affected scope	47,750 vials
Distribution	Nationwide

Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Drug enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

What to do with this recall

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼

Bracco Diagnostics multihance (gadobenate dimeglumine) injection, 529 mg/mL, 20ml, Rx only, Manufactured for: Bracco Diagnostics Inc., Princeton, NJ 08543 USA, NDC 0270-5164-15. Recalled by Bracco Diagnostics Inc. Units affected: 47,750 vials.

Why was this product recalled? ▼

Short Fill: The product is being recalled due to a potential underfill of the affected vials.

Which agency issued this recall? ▼

This recall was issued by the FDA Drug on September 5, 2012. Severity: Low. Recall number: D-1663-2012.

Where was the recalled product distributed? ▼

Distribution: Nationwide.

Should I stop using a recalled medication or medical device? ▼

Do not stop using a recalled medication or device without consulting your healthcare provider first, as abruptly discontinuing treatment could pose its own health risks. Your doctor can advise on alternatives or whether the recall applies to your specific product lot. Check the recall number and lot information against your product packaging.

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