CLASS II ONGOING Device recall · Reported 6 May 2026 · FDA Enforcement Report
iLet Bionic Pancreas recalled by Beta Bionics
Beta Bionics is recalling iLet Bionic Pancreas, distributed nationwide in the US. The recall was initiated on 12 Mar 2026 and the FDA has classified it as Class II.
Check your package
Stop using the device if the notice says to, and contact the manufacturer or your healthcare provider for the correction or replacement.
Recall details
- Recall number
- Z-1996-2026
- FDA event ID
- 98475
- Recalling firm
- Beta Bionics, Irvine, CA
- Classification
- Class II
- Status
- Ongoing
- Recall initiated
- 12 Mar 2026
- FDA classified
- 29 Apr 2026
- Reported
- 6 May 2026
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Reason category
- Device Malfunction
- Device type
- Other Medical Devices
Timeline
| 12 Mar 2026 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 29 Apr 2026 | Classified by FDA | +48 days |
| 6 May 2026 | Published in enforcement report | +7 days |
Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.
Reason for recall
insulin pump software versions 1.4.2, and 1.4.3 issue with Dexcom Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) G7 sensor may result in delayed CGM reading then switch to non-CGM dosing, leading to only basal/requested meal doses provided, no correction doses/insulin reductions/suspensions for high/low glucose unless blood glucose entered for sensor life or replacement. Potential health risks to users include severe hyperglycemia with and without DKA and severe hypoglycemia.
Device recalls are issued when a component, software or design fault could cause the device to fail or give wrong readings. Many are corrections applied in the field rather than physical returns.
Product as listed by the FDA
iLet Bionic Pancreas, REF: BB1001
Where it was distributed
US Nationwide distribution in the states of TX, PA, AL, MI, OH, FL, TN, GA.
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Questions about this recall
Is iLet Bionic Pancreas recalled?
Yes. Beta Bionics recalled iLet Bionic Pancreas on 12 Mar 2026. The recall is Class II and its status is Ongoing. Recall number Z-1996-2026.
Why was it recalled?
insulin pump software versions 1.4.2, and 1.4.3 issue with Dexcom Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) G7 sensor may result in delayed CGM reading then switch to non-CGM dosing, leading to only basal/requested meal doses provided, no correction doses/insulin reductions/suspensions for high/low glucose unless blood glucose entered for sensor life or replacement. Potential health risks to users include severe hyperglycemia with and without DKA and severe hypoglycemia.
Which lots are affected?
Software versions 1.4.3, and 1.4.2
Where was it sold?
US Nationwide distribution in the states of TX, PA, AL, MI, OH, FL, TN, GA.
What should I do if I have it?
Stop using the device if the notice says to, and contact the manufacturer or your healthcare provider for the correction or replacement.
What does Class II mean?
Class II means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems, or the probability of serious harm is remote.
Read the official FDA notice · Source record retrieved 21 Sep 2026. The FDA describes openFDA data as unvalidated; the official notice takes precedence. This page reports the record and gives no medical advice.
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