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FDA Devices recall · Reported November 5, 2025

Brand Name: Dexcom G6 Continuous Glucose Monitoring System Product Name: Dexcom G6 and G6 Pro Android US CGM App Model/Catalog Number: SW11678 Software Version: version 1.15.0 Product Description: Dexcom G6 and G6 Pro Android US CGM App SW11678 version 1.15.0 Component: Dexcom G6 Continuous Glucose Monitoring System

A software defect in version v1.15.0 of the G6 Android app can cause the app to terminate unexpectedly, which may result in the user not receiving estimated glucose values, alarms…

Recall #
Z-0318-2026
Affected scope
333
Initiated
August 28, 2025
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Dexcom, Inc. recalled Brand Name: Dexcom G6 Continuous Glucose Monitoring System Product Name: Dexcom G6 and G… - a critical-severity action.

Brand Name: Dexcom G6 Continuous Glucose Monitoring System Product Name: Dexcom G6 and G… was recalled by Dexcom, Inc. in November 5, 2025. Reason: A software defect in version v1.15.0 of the G6 Android app can cause the app to terminate unexpectedly, which…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-0318-2026 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Dexcom, Inc. issued this critical-severity FDA Devices recall-A software defect in version v1.15.0 of the G6 Android app can cause the app to terminate unexpectedly, which….

Critical
severity level
333 units
affected scope
Class I
classification
November 5, 2025
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-0318-2026 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Devices action (record #Z-0318-2026) was formally reported on November 5, 2025, with the manufacturer initiating the action on August 28, 2025. It is classified under Critical severity (Class I), with a current status of Ongoing. Dexcom, Inc. is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of San Diego, CA. Federal records list the affected scope as 333.

The documented reason for this recall is: A software defect in version v1.15.0 of the G6 Android app can cause the app to terminate unexpectedly, which may result in the user not receiving estimated glucose values, alarms, alerts or notifications. This could re… Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: This product was distributed throughout the US. G6 Android US v1.15.0 SW11678 G6 and G6 Pro Android app release has been halted <1% rollout after this issue was identified. Please see the attached consignee data for add…. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.

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Where this recall sits in its category - 40,322 medical devices recalls on record

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Where this recall sits in the database

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Severity

Critical

Affected scope

333

Related Recalls

6

3 from same agency

Product description

Brand Name: Dexcom G6 Continuous Glucose Monitoring System Product Name: Dexcom G6 and G6 Pro Android US CGM App Model/Catalog Number: SW11678 Software Version: version 1.15.0 Product Description: Dexcom G6 and G6 Pro Android US CGM App SW11678 version 1.15.0 Component: Dexcom G6 Continuous Glucose Monitoring System

Reason for recall

A software defect in version v1.15.0 of the G6 Android app can cause the app to terminate unexpectedly, which may result in the user not receiving estimated glucose values, alarms, alerts or notifications. This could result in the missed detection of a hyperglycemic or hypoglycemic event, protentional resulting in severe hyperglycemia, diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA), or hyperosmolar hyperglycemic state (HHS).

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the FDA Devices recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Severity class Critical (Class I)
Status Ongoing
Recall number Z-0318-2026
Date reported November 5, 2025
Date initiated August 28, 2025
Recalling firm Dexcom, Inc.
Firm location San Diego, CA
Affected scope 333
Distribution This product was distributed throughout the US. G6 Android US v1.15.0 SW11678 G6 and G6 Pro Android app release has been halted <1% rollout after this issue was identified. Please see the attached consignee data for additional details.

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

Scale of Impact

333 units affected - limited or regional distribution scale.

Regional (<10K units) ✓ This recall
Multi-state (10K – 100K units) -
Large-scale (100K – 1M units) -
Massive (≥1M units) -

Bracket cutoffs follow federal recall-disclosure conventions; bar widths scale linearly within each bracket. Source: PlainRecalls analysis of U.S. Food and Drug Administration filings.

What to do with this recall

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  • Check the recall number (Z-0318-2026) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
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  • This is a Class I (high-risk) recall, stop using the product immediately and follow the disposal or return instructions. What to do next

This page summarizes the official FDA Devices record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Brand Name: Dexcom G6 Continuous Glucose Monitoring System Product Name: Dexcom G6 and G6 Pro Android US CGM App Model/Catalog Number: SW11678 Software Version: version 1.15.0 Product Description: Dexcom G6 and G6 Pro Android US CGM App SW11678 version 1.15.0 Component: Dexcom G6 Continuous Glucose Monitoring System. Recalled by Dexcom, Inc.. Units affected: 333.
Why was this product recalled?
A software defect in version v1.15.0 of the G6 Android app can cause the app to terminate unexpectedly, which may result in the user not receiving estimated glucose values, alarms, alerts or notifications. This could result in the missed detection of a hyperglycemic or hypoglycemic event, protentional resulting in severe hyperglycemia, diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA), or hyperosmolar hyperglycemic state (HHS).
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on November 5, 2025. Severity: Critical. Recall number: Z-0318-2026.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: This product was distributed throughout the US. G6 Android US v1.15.0 SW11678 G6 and G6 Pro Android app release has been halted <1% rollout after this issue was identified. Please see the attached consignee data for additional details..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (Z-0318-2026) against your product. Visit the official FDA Devices website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
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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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: FDA Devices, reported November 5, 2025. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.