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Terminated

Abbott brand FreeStyle Blood Glucose Meter, distributed by Abbott Diabetes Care, 1420 Harbor Bay Pwky. Alameda, CA 94502. Manufactured by: Flextronics International, Long Jing Industrial Estate, Long Jing Road, Xi Li Town, Nantou District, Shenzhen, China

FDA Recall Z-1306-06 · Posted 2006-08-03

Recalling FirmAbbott Diabetes Care, Inc.
Recall StatusTerminated
Product CodeNBW
Date Initiated2006-05-22
Date Terminated2006-12-21
Product Quantityapprox. 2,365,000 meters (both recall numbers)

Reason for Recall

The products may encounter display problem, 'Er 4' message, during prolonged use when the low battery symbol is displayed. The situation can render the meter either inoperable or operable with invalid user configuration data including selectable unit of measure, and strip calibration code.

Firm Action

On 5/22/06, the firm issued letters via Federal Express to all its direct consignees, informing them of the affected products and providing instructions for the corrective actions.

Root Cause

Other

Distribution Pattern

Worldwide

Official Source

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Source: FDA Enforcement Report / Recall database. Always confirm against the official FDA record.

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