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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Ongoing

FreeStyle Libre 2 Readers, REF: 71951-01 and 71953-01, used with FreeStyle Libre 2 System

Reported: August 23, 2023 Initiated: July 12, 2023 #Z-2414-2023

Product Description

FreeStyle Libre 2 Readers, REF: 71951-01 and 71953-01, used with FreeStyle Libre 2 System

Reason for Recall

If blood glucose monitoring system users attempt to start a new sensor, when the old sensor wasn't used for the full 14-day wear time, then the reader may display "Incompatible Sensor" message. If users don't have the previous sensor, or FreeStyle Libre 2 app, or the sensor's full wear time hasn't ended, users may be unable to start a new sensor, which could result in no or delayed glucose results

Details

Units Affected
1,722,645
Distribution
US Nationwide distribution in the states of CA, FL, MI, NY, OH, TX, UT, VA.
Location
Alameda, CA

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
FreeStyle Libre 2 Readers, REF: 71951-01 and 71953-01, used with FreeStyle Libre 2 System. Recalled by Abbott Diabetes Care, Inc.. Units affected: 1,722,645.
Why was this product recalled?
If blood glucose monitoring system users attempt to start a new sensor, when the old sensor wasn't used for the full 14-day wear time, then the reader may display "Incompatible Sensor" message. If users don't have the previous sensor, or FreeStyle Libre 2 app, or the sensor's full wear time hasn't ended, users may be unable to start a new sensor, which could result in no or delayed glucose results
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on August 23, 2023. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-2414-2023.