medical MODERATE Updated 2026-04-08

BD KIESTRA LAB AUTOMATION recalls BD Kiestra" ReadA; Catalog No.: 446948.

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Recalled Product

BD Kiestra" ReadA; Catalog No.: 446948.

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Hazard / Issue

In certain situations, following a system reboot, one or more modules may have become unreachable via the remote connectivity interface. When this occurred, there was potential for delays in plate retrieval from the incubator while connectivity was restored. This issue was intermittent and did not affect test results, performance of the assay, or sample integrity.

Issued by

FDA

Affected States: KS, MD, MN, NJ, TX, VA
Lot/Code Info: Catalog No.: 446948; UDI-DI: 00382904469481; Serial Numbers: All;

✅ What Should You Do?

  1. 1Contact your healthcare provider immediately to discuss this recall.
  2. 2Stop using the device if it is safe to do so, and contact your provider.
  3. 3Follow the manufacturer's remedy instructions provided in the recall notice.
  4. 4Report device problems to FDA MedWatch or call 1-800-FDA-1088.

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