CareFusion recalls Pyxis MedStation ES models with firmware 1.48 due to potential access delays for medications. Affected units may need updates to prevent medication delays.
Automated Dispensing Cabinets (ADC) received a Half Height CUBIE drawer firmware update, which caused a Cubie Insert event which prompts software to generate a duplicate address, which causes an error and the drawer to fail, which may lead to inability or delay in accessing stored items, delay in the replenishment of ADCs or patient specific medications stored outside of ADCs.
CareFusion is recalling Pyxis MedStation ES medical devices that have a specific firmware version. This update can cause errors in accessing stored medications, potentially delaying patient care.
A firmware update caused a duplicate address error in the system, which may lead to the drawer failing to access stored items. This could delay medication replenishment or patient-specific medications stored outside the device.
Healthcare facilities using Pyxis MedStation ES devices with firmware version 1.48 are most at risk. Patients relying on these devices for medication access could experience delays.
Check if your device has the model names listed: Pyxis MedStation ES, 7 Drawer Auxiliary, Tower, or Pro models with firmware version 1.48. The unique identifiers (REF/UDI-DI) are provided in the recall notice.
Verify your device's firmware version by checking the model and unique identifiers listed in the recall notice.
The recall addresses potential access delays for medications, not immediate safety risks. The danger level is low risk.
Check if your device is listed in the recall notice with firmware version 1.48, including model names and unique identifiers provided.
You can check your device's firmware version to see if it's affected. If so, contact CareFusion for updates.
We’ve drafted a message you can send CareFusion to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0962-2026 — CareFusion CareFusion Hello, I own a CareFusion that is covered by recall Z-0962-2026 from CareFusion. 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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