Abbott Diabetes Care recalls FreeStyle Libre 3 Plus sensors with specific serial numbers due to potential carbon buildup causing incorrect low glucose readings. Affected units may need replacement to ensure accurate blood glucose monitoring.
Due to a manufacturing process issue that may cause carbon build up in the sensor that may result in incorrect low glucose results
Abbott Diabetes Care is recalling FreeStyle Libre 3 Plus sensors with specific serial numbers because a manufacturing issue may cause carbon buildup that leads to incorrect low glucose results. This could affect blood glucose monitoring accuracy for people with diabetes.
A manufacturing process issue can cause carbon buildup in the sensor, which may lead to inaccurate low glucose readings. This could cause users to misinterpret their blood sugar levels, potentially leading to unsafe decisions about insulin dosing or food intake.
People with diabetes who use the FreeStyle Libre 3 Continuous Glucose Monitoring System with the recalled sensor model are most at risk. The recall affects specific serial numbers listed in the official notice.
Check if your FreeStyle Libre 3 Plus sensor has the model number 72080-01 and UDI-DI code 00357599819002. The affected units have specific serial numbers listed in the recall notice.
Verify your sensor's model number (72080-01) and UDI-DI code (00357599819002) to see if it's affected.
If your sensor is affected, contact Abbott Diabetes Care directly for instructions on replacement or return.
Abbott Diabetes Care recalls these sensors due to a manufacturing process issue that may cause carbon buildup, resulting in incorrect low glucose readings.
Check if your sensor has the model number 72080-01 and UDI-DI code 00357599819002. Affected units have specific serial numbers listed in the recall notice.
No, the recall does not require immediate discontinuation. Affected users should check their sensor and contact Abbott for replacement instructions.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Abbott Diabetes Care to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1023-2026 — Abbott Diabetes Care Abbott Diabetes Care Hello, I own a Abbott Diabetes Care that is covered by recall Z-1023-2026 from Abbott Diabetes Care. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official FDA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
