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FDA Devices recall · Reported February 11, 2015

Animas Vibe Insulin Infusion Pump. This product is indicated for continuous subcutaneous infusion of insulin for the treatment of diabetes and has a continuous glucose monitoring feature.

Calibration factors in the pump overwritten during a programming step. The force sensor could send a lower signal value to the pump processor, with loss of prime warnings, occlusi…

Recall #
Z-1034-2015
Affected scope
1235
Initiated
September 6, 2011
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Animas Corporation recalled Animas Vibe Insulin Infusion Pump. This product is indicated for continuous subcutaneo… - a moderate-severity action.

Animas Vibe Insulin Infusion Pump. This product is indicated for continuous subcutaneo… was recalled by Animas Corporation in February 11, 2015. Reason: Calibration factors in the pump overwritten during a programming step. The force sensor could send a lower si…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-1034-2015 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Animas Corporation issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-Calibration factors in the pump overwritten during a programming step. The force sensor could send a lower si….

Moderate
severity level
1K units
affected scope
Class II
classification
February 11, 2015
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-1034-2015 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 Devices - 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.

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Where this recall sits in its category - 41,021 medical devices recalls on record

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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 moderate severity.

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Product description

Animas Vibe Insulin Infusion Pump. This product is indicated for continuous subcutaneous infusion of insulin for the treatment of diabetes and has a continuous glucose monitoring feature.

Reason for recall

Calibration factors in the pump overwritten during a programming step. The force sensor could send a lower signal value to the pump processor, with loss of prime warnings, occlusion alarms and the pump unable to detect a cartridge during the prime sequence. Field action initiated 8/29/2011.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the FDA Devices recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Severity class Moderate (Class II)
Status Terminated
Recall number Z-1034-2015
Date reported February 11, 2015
Date initiated September 6, 2011
Recalling firm Animas Corporation
Firm location West Chester, PA
Affected scope 1235
Distribution No US distribution, Distributors are located in France, Germany, Sweden and United Kingdom.

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

Scale of Impact

1235 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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  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. 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?
Animas Vibe Insulin Infusion Pump. This product is indicated for continuous subcutaneous infusion of insulin for the treatment of diabetes and has a continuous glucose monitoring feature.. Recalled by Animas Corporation. Units affected: 1235.
Why was this product recalled?
Calibration factors in the pump overwritten during a programming step. The force sensor could send a lower signal value to the pump processor, with loss of prime warnings, occlusion alarms and the pump unable to detect a cartridge during the prime sequence. Field action initiated 8/29/2011.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on February 11, 2015. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1034-2015.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: No US distribution, Distributors are located in France, Germany, Sweden and United Kingdom..
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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