Becton, Dickinson and Company, BD Biosciences recalls
Every recall we track for Becton, Dickinson and Company, BD Biosciences — 24 in all, from 2018–2024 — plus the complaints and injury reports the public filed about them.
Recalls per year, by danger level
Recalls from Becton, Dickinson and Company, BD Biosciences peaked in 2019 (13); 24 since 2017.
All FDA recall records for Becton, Dickinson and Company, BD Biosciences since 2017, counted by recall date (one bar per calendar year; 2026 is partial). Danger level is GovInfoNow’s plain-language rating; “not yet rated” records are still being written up.
| Year | Stop using now | Use caution | Lower risk | Not yet rated | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2019 | 0 | 0 | 13 | 0 | 13 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| 2021 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2022 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 2023 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2024 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2025 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2026 (to date) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
What to do if you have a recalled Becton, Dickinson and Company, BD Biosciences product
- Match the model, catalog or lot number on your device to the recall.
- Ask the prescribing clinician or supplier what to do — many device recalls are corrections, not removals.
- Report problems to FDA MedWatch.
All Becton, Dickinson and Company, BD Biosciences recalls
11 shown- Lower riskMedical device
Becton, Dickinson and Company, BD Biosciences recalls BD Multitest 6-Color TBNK CE-IVD, REF: 644611; BD Multitest 6-Color TBNK Kit with BD Trucount Tubes CE-IVD, REF:
BD Biosciences recalls specific BD Multitest 6-Color TBNK kits due to potential for inaccurate immune system test results, which could lead to incorrect healthcare decisions.
BD BiosciencesMay 8, 2024 - Lower riskMedical device
Becton, Dickinson and Company, BD Biosciences recalls CD11b APC: ASR, REF: 340936, and CE, REF: 333143
BD Biosciences recalls CD11b APC products that may cause low fluorescence signals, leading to false negatives and misdiagnosis of blood cancers. Affected products have specific reference numbers and expiration dates.
BD BiosciencesOct 25, 2023 - Lower riskMedical device
Becton, Dickinson and Company, BD Biosciences recalls BD Multitest 6-Color TBNK with optional BD Trucount Tubes (Cat. No. 662995), for use with BD FACSLyric, BD FACSCanto
BD Biosciences recalls BD Multitest 6-Color TBNK with optional Trucount Tubes (Cat. No. 662995) due to partial label detachment that can cause tubes to stick together or automation errors in flow cytometers.
BD BiosciencesOct 3, 2022 - Lower riskMedical device
Becton, Dickinson and Company, BD Biosciences recalls BD Anti-Kappa PE (Cat. No. 346587) is an analyte specific reagent for the Anti-Kappa antibody, which specifically
BD Biosciences recalls Anti-Kappa PE reagent (Cat. No. 346587) due to uncharacteristic flow profiles that may affect flow cytometry results. Affected lots include 1228977.
BD BiosciencesMar 25, 2022 - Lower riskMedical device
Becton, Dickinson and Company, BD Biosciences recalls BD" Mouse IgG2a Isotype Control APC X39 ASR
BD Biosciences recalls Mouse IgG2a Isotype Control APC X39 ASR due to potential false positive staining from contamination. Affected units have catalog number 340757 and lot number 0253432.
BD BiosciencesJul 22, 2021 - Lower riskMedical device
Becton, Dickinson and Company, BD Biosciences recalls BD" Multi-Check CD4 Low Control 2.5 mL IVD - Product Usage: intended as a complete process control for
BD Biosciences recalls Multi-Check CD4 Low Control 2.5mL IVD due to potential inaccurate results from unexpected cell population dim CD3 expression. Affected lots include BM1020L and others.
BD BiosciencesOct 5, 2020 - Lower riskMedical device
Becton, Dickinson and Company, BD Biosciences recalls Analyte specific reagent. REF/UDI: 641408/641408-4012-1-1 (US); 641417/641417-1157-1-01 (OUS); 641399/641399-4012-1-01
BD Biosciences recalls Analyte specific reagent due to false positive reactions. Affected units have REF/UDI codes listed. Users should stop using to avoid inaccurate test results.
BD BiosciencesMar 31, 2020 - Lower riskMedical device
Becton, Dickinson and Company, BD Biosciences recalls BD FACSLyric Flow Cytometer, 3-Laser 12 Color Instrument, REF: 663029, when using BD Trucount Tubes
BD Biosciences recalls BD FACSLyric Flow Cytometers (serial numbers listed) when used with BD Trucount Tubes due to potential false high cell counts affecting patient care decisions.
BD BiosciencesAug 19, 2019 - Lower riskMedical device
Becton, Dickinson and Company, BD Biosciences recalls BD FACS Sample Prep Assistant (SPA) II - Product Usage: K050191: The BD FACSCanto system with BD FACSCanto clinical
BD Biosciences recalls FACS Sample Prep Assistants II/III for potential probe wear causing sample clogs in flow cytometry. Affected units may need replacement to prevent inaccurate cell counts.
BD BiosciencesJul 8, 2019 - Lower riskMedical device
Becton, Dickinson and Company, BD Biosciences recalls BD FACSLyric 3L 10C with FACSuite Clinical Software v1.1.1, catalog number 662878 BD FACSLyric is a high-performance
BD Biosciences recalls BD FACSLyric 3L 10C with FACSuite Clinical Software v1.1.1 due to Windows 10 OS not being approved for clinical use. Affected units have specific serial numbers and catalog numbers.
BD BiosciencesJan 2, 2019 - Lower riskMedical device
Becton, Dickinson and Company, BD Biosciences recalls BD FACS Universal Loader (Optional) to the BD FACSLyric Clinical System, Model 662879 (Universal Loader), Rx Only. The
BD Biosciences recalls BD FACS Universal Loader (Model 662879) due to potential failure to lock during use, which could lead to improper sample handling. Affected units include specific serial numbers.
BD BiosciencesMay 16, 2018
Becton, Dickinson and Company, BD Biosciences recall questions
How many recalls has Becton, Dickinson and Company, BD Biosciences had?
24 recalls from Becton, Dickinson and Company, BD Biosciences are on record with U.S. safety agencies, from 2018–2024.
What is the most recent Becton, Dickinson and Company, BD Biosciences recall?
Becton, Dickinson and Company, BD Biosciences recalls BD Multitest 6-Color TBNK CE-IVD, REF: 644611; BD Multitest 6-Color TBNK Kit with BD Trucount Tubes CE-IVD, REF:, dated May 8, 2024. Every Becton, Dickinson and Company, BD Biosciences recall is listed on this page, newest first.
What should I do if I have a recalled Becton, Dickinson and Company, BD Biosciences product?
Match the model, catalog or lot number on your device to the recall. Ask the prescribing clinician or supplier what to do — many device recalls are corrections, not removals. Report problems to FDA MedWatch.
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