FDA Medical devices recall ·
Tandem pumps are battery-operated infusion pumps capable of both basal and… recall
- Recall number
- Z-1636-2026
- Date
- (initiated January 30, 2026)
- Company / brand
- Tandem Diabetes Care, Inc.
12400 High Bluff Dr, San Diego, CA, United States - Category
- Medical devices › Class II
- Classification
- Class II
- Status
- Ongoing
- Units affected
- 1,380 units
- Initiated by
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
Read the official FDA notice ↗
Product
Tandem pumps are battery-operated infusion pumps capable of both basal and bolus delivery of insulin. The pumps utilize a motor-driven mechanism to deliver insulin from within a disposable cartridge, through an infusion set, into a patient s subcutaneous tissue. As with current insulin infusion pumps on the U.S. market, the desired timing and quantity of the insulin delivery is programmed by the user (i.e., the patient).
Why was it recalled?
The Czech language user guide contained multiple translation errors. The most significant error was that it incorrectly instructs users to verify that the infusion set is connected to the body, when it should instead direct users to confirm that the infusion set is not connected to the body. Following this instruction could result in unintended insulin delivery, potentially leading to a hypoglycemic event.
What should you do?
FDA enforcement reports do not list a consumer remedy. Check the product codes below against what you have; if it matches, stop using it and follow the instructions in the firm's or FDA's official notice, or contact the company. If you have health concerns, contact your healthcare provider.
Product codes & lot numbers
Version 7.8.1/ UDI: (01)008500066132625
Distribution
International distribution in the countries of Czech Republic, Slovakia.
What does Class II mean?
Class II means use of or exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote.
Source: FDA (medical devices), recall Z-1636-2026. Official notice. Republished from public data; RecallFlag is not affiliated with the FDA.