HIGH

BD Recalls 62 BD MAX System IVD Units Worldwide Over Credential Breach (2025)

BD MAX System recall affects 62 units distributed worldwide in 2025 after unauthorized access to service credentials. An unauthorized actor accessed credentials used by BD technical support teams. Healthcare providers should stop using the devices and follow the manufacturer’s recall instructions.

Quick Facts at a Glance

Recall Date
September 23, 2025
Hazard Level
HIGH
Brand
BD
Category
Health & Personal Care
Sold At
Unknown
Geographic Scope
1 states
At-Risk Groups
GENERAL

Hazard Information

Product service credentials used by some BD technical support teams to access certain BD products were accessed by an unauthorized actor. Until these product service credentials are updated, there is a risk of unauthorized access that may impact the confidentiality, integrity and/or availability of the relevant products and associated data.

What You Should Do

Patients and healthcare providers should stop using this device immediately. Follow the recall instructions provided by the manufacturer. Contact Becton Dickinson & Co. or your healthcare provider for instructions. Notification method: Two or more of the following: Email, Fax, Letter, Press Release, Telephone, Visit

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About This Product

BD MAX System is an automated in vitro diagnostic platform used in laboratories for molecular testing. It is distributed worldwide to healthcare facilities. The recall concerns cybersecurity and credential management rather than a physical hardware defect.

Why This Is Dangerous

Unauthorized access to service credentials could enable unauthorized actors to access or modify BD products and related data, potentially impacting patient data and system availability.

Industry Context

This recall is not described as part of a broader industry cybersecurity pattern in the provided information.

Real-World Impact

Labs may halt testing operations to secure credentials, review data, and implement updated credentials. There could be workflow disruption and data-access concerns until remediation steps are completed.

Practical Guidance

How to identify if yours is affected

  1. Identify if your facility uses BD MAX System units with catalog numbers 44191609 or 441927
  2. Cross-check the UDI/DI 00382904419165 if available
  3. Review recall notification for specific steps and contact BD through listed channels
  4. Audit access credentials and review security logs for evidence of unauthorized access
  5. Follow BD's instructions for credential updates and device remediation

Where to find product info

Recall notification channels include email, fax, letter, press release, telephone, or site visit from BD or healthcare provider

What timeline to expect

No specific remediation timeline is provided; recall is active with worldwide distribution

If the manufacturer is unresponsive

  • Document all contact attempts with BD
  • Escalate to facility leadership and pursue regulatory channels if necessary
  • Maintain records of communications and device identifiers

How to prevent similar issues

  • Strengthen credential management for service teams
  • Regularly update access credentials and revoke unused accounts
  • Enforce least-privilege access for device maintenance
  • Monitor security notifications and apply updates promptly
  • Educate staff on recognizing recall notices and escalation paths

Documentation advice

Keep the recall notice, device labels showing catalog numbers and UDI, correspondence with BD, and records of any remediation actions.

Product Details

Catalog Numbers: 44191609; 441927. UDI/DI: 00382904419165. Sold worldwide to healthcare facilities. Date sold: Unknown. Price: Unknown.

Reported Incidents

No injuries or incidents have been reported.

Key Facts

  • 62 units recalled
  • Catalog Numbers 44191609 and 441927
  • Global distribution across many countries
  • Hazard: unauthorized access to service credentials
  • UDI/DI: 00382904419165
  • Recall status: ACTIVE (Class II)

Safety Guide

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Safety Assessment

Risk LevelHIGH
Severity Score
7/ 10
Affected Groups
GENERAL
Injury Types
OTHER

Product Details

Brand
Model Numbers
44191609
441927
CT0883
CT0636
CT0462
+15 more
Affected States
ALL
Report Date
October 29, 2025
Recall Status
ACTIVE

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