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
Identify if your facility uses BD MAX System units with catalog numbers 44191609 or 441927
Cross-check the UDI/DI 00382904419165 if available
Review recall notification for specific steps and contact BD through listed channels
Audit access credentials and review security logs for evidence of unauthorized access
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
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