Insulet Corporation
FDA adverse event reports naming Insulet Corporation as the device manufacturer, with recall history from the live FDA recall database. Reporter-supplied name as filed: INSULET CORPORATION.
- Total reports
- 308,220
- Deaths
- 303
- Injuries
- 35,610
- Malfunctions
- 271,666
Reports per year
Source: FDA adverse event reports by year received, 2012–2026. Reporting paused during the 2026 MAUDE-to-AEMS transition and has since resumed.
Top device categories
- Alternate Controller Enabled Insulin Infusion PumpQFG159,024
- Pump, Infusion, InsulinLZG149,120
- Glucose Dehydrogenase, GlucoseLFR27
- Interoperable Automated Glycemic ControllerQJI15
- Tape And Bandage, AdhesiveKGX13
- Pump, InfusionFRN6
- System, Test, Blood Glucose, Over The CounterNBW4
- Pump, Infusion, Insulin, To Be Used With Invasive Glucose SensorOYC3
- Product code ------2
- Calculator, Drug DoseNDC2
Recent recalls
- 2015-12-15TerminatedProcess change control
OmniPod, Insulin Management System (US) Catalog Number: PODZXP420 Product Usage: The OmnniPod Insulin Management System is intended for subcutaneous delivery of insulin at set and variable rates for the management of diabetes mellitus in persons requiring insulin and for the quantitative measurement of glucose in fresh whole capillary blood (in vitro) from the finger.
Pod's needle mechanism fails to deploy or there is a delay in the deployment of the needle mechanism.
- 2015-12-15TerminatedProcess change control
OmniPod, Insulin Management System (OUS) Catalog Number: 14810 Product Usage: The OmnniPod Insulin Management System is intended for subcutaneous delivery of insulin at set and variable rates for the management of diabetes mellitus in persons requiring insulin and for the quantitative measurement of glucose in fresh whole capillary blood (in vitro) from the finger.
Pod's needle mechanism fails to deploy or there is a delay in the deployment of the needle mechanism.
- 2015-09-04TerminatedNonconforming Material/Component
OmniPod Insulin Management System. Only the OmniPod device is affected. Catalog Number(s): POD-ZXP420 (US). Intended for subcutaneous delivery of insulin at set and variable rates for the management of diabetes mellitus in persons requiring insulin.
OmniPods (Pods) have a higher rate of failure causing: Cannula fails to deploy/retract causing insulin to be pumped or the audible alarm is displayed on the PDM and pod will not deliver insulin
- 2015-09-04TerminatedNonconforming Material/Component
OmniPod Insulin Management System. Only the OmniPod device is affected. Catalog Number(s): 14810 (OUS). Intended for subcutaneous delivery of insulin at set and variable rates for the management of diabetes mellitus in persons requiring insulin.
OmniPods (Pods) have a higher rate of failure causing: Cannula fails to deploy/retract causing insulin to be pumped or the audible alarm is displayed on the PDM and pod will not deliver insulin
- 2013-11-05TerminatedLabeling design
OmniPod Insulin Management System Starter Kit; Model Reference Number: SKT-UST400 (Starter Kit) Product Usage: The Starter Kit (SKT-UST400) is provided to users as an introduction to the OmniPod Insulin Management System prior to initiating care. It includes the Personal Diabetes Manager (PDM) with two AAA alkaline batteries, a USB cable, a Users Guide, a Soft Carrying Case, a Troubleshooting guide, a Warranty Registration Card, and two Alcohol Pads. The OmniPod Insulin Management System is intended for subcutaneous delivery of insulin at set and variable rates for the management of diabetes mellitus in persons requiring insulin and for the quantitative measurement of glucose in fresh whole capillary blood (in vitro) from the finger. The glucose measurements should not be used for the diagnosis of or screening for diabetes. The PDM glucose meter is intended for single-patient use and should not be shared. Abbott FreeStyle test strips are used with the built-in FreeStyle meter for the quantitative measurement of blood glucose in fresh whole capillary blood from the finger, upper arm and palm. Abbott Freestyle Control Solutions are used to verify that the meter and test-strips are working together properly and that the test is performed correctly.
Alcohol Prep Pads contained within the kit are not properly labeled.
- 2013-11-05TerminatedLabeling design
OmniPod Insulin Management Product Demonstration Kit; Model Reference Number: (PDK-ZXP490) Product Usage: The Demonstration Kit (PDK-ZXP490) is an alternate kit provided to potential patients by healthcare professionals for patients to experience what wearing a Pod may feel like prior to purchase. Each Demonstration Kit includes a UST400 brochure, one Alcohol Pad, and a Pod. The OmniPod Insulin Management System is intended for subcutaneous delivery of insulin at set and variable rates for the management of diabetes mellitus in persons requiring insulin and for the quantitative measurement of glucose in fresh whole capillary blood (in vitro) from the finger. The glucose measurements should not be used for the diagnosis of or screening for diabetes. The PDM glucose meter is intended for single-patient use and should not be shared. Abbott FreeStyle test strips are used with the built-in FreeStyle meter for the quantitative measurement of blood glucose in fresh whole capillary blood from the finger, upper arm and palm. Abbott Freestyle Control Solutions are used to verify that the meter and test-strips are working together properly and that the test is performed correctly.
Alcohol Prep Pads contained within the kit are not properly labeled.
- TerminatedSoftware design
Omnipod DASH Insulin Management System, Product Catalog Number 18239 M/D: PDM USA1 D001 MG USA1
There is a potential for a communication interruption following a bolus command that may result in inaccurate information presented in insulin on board (IOB), last bolus field or bolus history.
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