The Recall Desk

Hazard

Medication Access Delay recalls

14 recalls in our database tag this hazard, drawn from FDA, USDA FSIS, CPSC, and NHTSA source notices.

What the numbers show

Total
14
Critical
0
Severe
0
Most recent
2025-12-31

Of the 14 medication access delay recalls we have scored against our rubric, 0 (0%) are Critical — deaths or serious injuries reported, or the agency’s own highest classification — and 0 (0%) are Severe.

About this hazard tag

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1–14 of 14

  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0962-2026·2025-12-31

    Medication dispensing cabinets recalled after a firmware update caused drawer failures

    CareFusion 303 is recalling 53,669 BD Pyxis automated dispensing cabinet units after a drawer firmware update caused a duplicate address error and drawer failure.

    Product
    BD Pyxis MedStation ES, REF: 323, BD Pyxis MedStation ES 7 Drawer Auxiliary, REF: 324, BD Pyxis MedStation ES Tower, REF: 352, BD Pyxis Pro 7-Drawer Auxiliary, REF: 1149-00, BD Pyxis Pro 7- Drawer Auxiliary with Secure Tower, REF: 1152-00, BD Pyxis Pro MedStation Main,
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1639-2025·2025-04-30

    BD PYXIS MEDBANK Automated Dispensing Cabinet Software Defect

    CareFusion's BD PYXIS MEDBANK and MEDFLEX automated dispensing cabinets may experience a software issue during bin restocking that doubles bin quantities, potentially delaying access to medications and supplies.

    Product
    BD PYXIS MEDBANK (Name, REF): MEDPASS MODULE, 139088-01; MINI 1FH-1FM, 169-137; MINI 1HH-1FH-1HM, 169-101; MINI 1HH-1HM-1FM, 169-102; MINI 2FH, 138902-01; MINI 2FH, 169-104; MINI 2FM, 169-105; MINI 2HH-1FH, 169-106; MINI 2HH-1FH, 138908-01; MINI 2HH-1FM, 169-107; MINI
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1550-2025·2025-04-16

    BD Pyxis MedBank CUBIE Replenishment Station software issue

    A software issue in the BD Pyxis MedBank CUBIE Replenishment Station prevents medication restocking when users receive an error message, potentially delaying patient access to medications.

    Product
    BD Pyxis MedBank CUBIE Replenishment Station Product / Material ID BD PYXIS MEDBANK TWR MN CR-10HH-2FM-P / 155141-01 BD PYXIS MEDBANK TWR MN CR-10HH-2FH-P / 155140-01 BD PYXIS MEDBANK TWR MN CR-12HH-1FH / 155142-01 BD PYXIS MEDBANK TWR MN CR-12HH-1FM-P / 155143-01 BD PYXI
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    32 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1206-2025·2025-03-05

    BD Pyxis Medication Dispensing Devices Labeling Update Addresses Manual Access Risk

    FDA is requiring labeling updates for BD Pyxis automated medication dispensing devices to address the risk of delays in medication access due to power loss or device malfunctions. The recall affects approximately 1,521 units distributed nationwide.

    Product
    BD Pyxis: MedFlex, REF: 1119-00; MedBank Tower REF: 1145-00; MedBank MedPass, REF: 139088-01 and associated BD Pyxis user/software/safety guides and quick reference guides.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1122-2025·2025-02-19

    BD Pyxis MedStation ES Medication Cabinet Drawer and Door Failures Recalled

    The FDA is recalling BD Pyxis MedStation ES medication cabinets due to potential drawer and door failures that could delay medication access. Affected healthcare facilities should check their devices and contact the manufacturer if malfunctions occur.

    Product
    BD Pyxis MedStation ES (Med ES Main) REF: 323. Intended to securely store and dispense medications to a qualified and authorized healthcare provider.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1124-2025·2025-02-19

    Medication Cabinet Recall: BD Pyxis MedStation Auxiliary 4000 Drawer and Door Failures

    The BD Pyxis MedStation Auxiliary 4000 medication cabinet may experience drawer and door failures, potentially delaying medication access in healthcare facilities.

    Product
    BD Pyxis MedStation Auxiliary 4000 REF: 306. Intended to securely store and dispense medications to a qualified and authorized healthcare provider.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1123-2025·2025-02-19

    BD Pyxis MedStation Auxiliary ES medication cabinet drawer and door failures

    BD Pyxis MedStation Auxiliary ES medication cabinets are being recalled due to potential drawer and door failures following increased complaints. The failures could delay access to medications stored in the cabinet.

    Product
    BD Pyxis MedStation Auxiliary ES REF: 324. Intended to securely store and dispense medications to a qualified and authorized healthcare provider.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1120-2025·2025-02-19

    BD Pyxis Medication Dispensing Systems Recalled for Insufficient Labeling

    CareFusion is recalling six models of BD Pyxis medication management systems due to insufficient labeling regarding potential delays in medication access. The manufacturer is strengthening product labeling to address this risk.

    Product
    (1) BD Pyxis MedStation ES, Catalog No. 323; (2) BD Pyxis Anesthesia Station (PAS), Catalog No. 327; (3) BD Pyxis MedStation ES Tower, Catalog No. 352; (4) BD Pyxis MedStation 4000 Console, Catalog No. 309; (5) BD Pyxis MedStation 4000, Catalog No. 303; (6) BD Pyxis Anesthes
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0976-2025·2025-01-29

    BD Pyxis Med 4000 Auxiliary Drawer and Door Failures Delay Medication Access

    CareFusion 303, Inc. is recalling 5 units of the BD Pyxis Med 4000 Auxiliary medication dispensing system due to drawer and door failures that may delay access to medications. Three failure modes identified: door latch failure, cable ribbon damage, and magnet falling out.

    Product
    BD Pyxis Med 4000 Auxiliary (AUX), REF 314
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    0 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0974-2025·2025-01-29

    BD Pyxis MedStation 4000 Medication Cabinet Drawer and Door Failures

    CareFusion 303 is recalling 5,056 BD Pyxis MedStation 4000 AUX units worldwide due to drawer and door failures that may delay medication access. Failures include door latch failure, cable ribbon damage, and magnet falling out.

    Product
    BD Pyxis MedStation 4000 AUX, REF 306
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    0 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0972-2025·2025-01-29

    BD Pyxis MedStation ES AUX medication dispenser drawer and door failures

    The BD Pyxis MedStation ES AUX medication dispenser may experience drawer and door failures due to latch, cable, or magnet defects, potentially delaying access to medications. Approximately 39,615 units are affected worldwide.

    Product
    BD Pyxis MedStation ES AUX, REF 324
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    0 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2374-2024·2024-07-24

    BD Pyxis Automated Dispensing Cabinets Software Error Prevents Medication Access

    BD Pyxis automated dispensing cabinets with ES 1.7.x software may display errors preventing medication access when Component Manager is in 'installed mode' and patch KB 5033688 is applied.

    Product
    BD Pyxis: MedStation ES (Main), REF: 323; MedStation ES Tower, REF: 352; Anesthesia Station ES, REF: 327; CII Safe ES, REF: 1116-00; CII Safe ES, Desktop PC, Wired Scanner, REF: 107-254-01; CII Safe ES, Desktop PC, Wireless Scanner, REF: 107-255-01; CII Safe ES, Desktop PC,
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1223-2024·2024-03-13

    Automated medication dispensing cabinets may randomly freeze, crash, or hang

    BD Pyxis automated dispensing cabinets with affected software may randomly hang, freeze, or crash, potentially delaying medication access and causing data loss. Approximately 20,443 units are affected worldwide.

    Product
    BD Pyxis: MedStation ES, REF: 323; Anesthesia Station ES, REF: 327; MedStation ES Tower, REF: 352;
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1785-2022·2022-10-05

    BD Pyxis MedBank Cabinet Software Update Prevents Drawer Access

    A software update for BD Pyxis MedBank medication dispensing cabinets contains an incompatible file that prevents Matrix drawers from opening, potentially delaying medication access in healthcare facilities.

    Product
    BD Pyxis MedBank Cabinet Software v2.1.2.9 Legacy MedBank Cabinets with Matrix Drawers include: . CUBEX MedFlex operating with Windows 7 . MedBank 200 Main operating with Windows 7 . MedBank 500 Main operating with Windows 7. An automated dispensing cabinet intende
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide