FreeStyle Freedom Lite 70923-70Recalls & reported problems

Abbott Diabetes Care Inc · FreeStyle Freedom Lite Blood Glucose Monitoring System · Class 2

All models of FreeStyle Freedom Lite (5)

Data updated Oct 18, 2026 from official FDA records · Editorial policy

Quick summary

This Abbott FreeStyle Freedom Lite is an over-the-counter blood glucose meter for checking blood sugar. Its 379 reports mostly describe the meter failing to turn on. The reports include 12 injuries and no deaths. No recalls name this device.

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Adverse event reports: 378
Deaths reported: 0
Injuries reported: 12
Recalls naming it: 0

Summary

The FDA's MAUDE database contains 378 adverse event reports that list this exact device (DI 00093815709237), received between Jan 23, 2017 and Sep 30, 2026 — classified as 12 injuries, 366 malfunctions.

The most frequently reported specific device problem is “Failure to Power Up” (367 reports).

Reports come from manufacturers, hospitals and patients and are not verified by the FDA. A report does not prove the device caused the event, and counts can't be used to compare devices or estimate failure rates. What reports can and can't tell you · How this data works · Data updated Oct 18, 2026.

Reports received per month

Last 36 months. The most recent month may be incomplete.

Most reported problems

Device problems

Failure to Power Up367
High Readings2
No Device Output2
Data Problem1
Incorrect, Inadequate or Imprecise Result or Readings1
Insufficient Device Problem Information1
No Display/Image1
Power Problem1

Patient problems

No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions215
No Known Impact Or Consequence To Patient149
Insufficient Information6
Hypoglycemia4
Loss of consciousness2
Convulsion/Seizure1
Diaphoresis1
Dizziness1

Recent adverse event reports

The 25 most recent of 378 reports, in the reporter's own words as published by the FDA.

MalfunctionSep 30, 2026Failure to Power Up
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50949351 ↗
MalfunctionApr 30, 2026Failure to Power Up
THE REPORTER CONTACTED ABBOTT DIABETES CARE, ALLEGING THE METER WILL NOT TURN ON. THIS COMPLAINT IS BEING REPORTED BECAUSE THE REPORTED ISSUE WAS NOT RESOLVED WITH TROUBLESHOOTING. THERE WAS NO REPORT OF DEATH, SERIOUS INJURY, OR MISTREATMENT ASSOCIATED WITH THIS EVENT.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 25039949 ↗
MalfunctionApr 29, 2026Failure to Power Up
THE REPORTER CONTACTED ABBOTT DIABETES CARE, ALLEGING THE METER WILL NOT TURN ON. THIS COMPLAINT IS BEING REPORTED BECAUSE THE REPORTED ISSUE WAS NOT RESOLVED WITH TROUBLESHOOTING. THERE WAS NO REPORT OF DEATH, SERIOUS INJURY, OR MISTREATMENT ASSOCIATED WITH THIS EVENT.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 25025984 ↗
MalfunctionApr 28, 2026Failure to Power Up
THE REPORTER CONTACTED ABBOTT DIABETES CARE, ALLEGING THE METER WILL NOT TURN ON. THIS COMPLAINT IS BEING REPORTED BECAUSE THE REPORTED ISSUE WAS NOT RESOLVED WITH TROUBLESHOOTING. THERE WAS NO REPORT OF DEATH, SERIOUS INJURY, OR MISTREATMENT ASSOCIATED WITH THIS EVENT.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 25016412 ↗
MalfunctionApr 7, 2026Failure to Power Up
THE REPORTER CONTACTED ABBOTT DIABETES CARE, ALLEGING THE METER WILL NOT TURN ON. THIS COMPLAINT IS BEING REPORTED BECAUSE THE REPORTED ISSUE WAS NOT RESOLVED WITH TROUBLESHOOTING. THERE WAS NO REPORT OF DEATH, SERIOUS INJURY, OR MISTREATMENT ASSOCIATED WITH THIS EVENT.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 24798234 ↗
MalfunctionMar 31, 2026Failure to Power Up
THE REPORTER CONTACTED ABBOTT DIABETES CARE, ALLEGING THE METER WILL NOT TURN ON. THIS COMPLAINT IS BEING REPORTED BECAUSE THE REPORTED ISSUE WAS NOT RESOLVED WITH TROUBLESHOOTING. THERE WAS NO REPORT OF DEATH, SERIOUS INJURY, OR MISTREATMENT ASSOCIATED WITH THIS EVENT.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 24740415 ↗
MalfunctionJan 30, 2026Failure to Power Up
THE REPORTER CONTACTED ABBOTT DIABETES CARE, ALLEGING THE METER WILL NOT TURN ON. THIS COMPLAINT IS BEING REPORTED BECAUSE THE REPORTED ISSUE WAS NOT RESOLVED WITH TROUBLESHOOTING. THERE WAS NO REPORT OF DEATH, SERIOUS INJURY, OR MISTREATMENT ASSOCIATED WITH THIS EVENT.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 24222564 ↗
MalfunctionJan 30, 2026Failure to Power Up
THE REPORTER CONTACTED ABBOTT DIABETES CARE, ALLEGING THE METER WILL NOT TURN ON. THIS COMPLAINT IS BEING REPORTED BECAUSE THE REPORTED ISSUE WAS NOT RESOLVED WITH TROUBLESHOOTING. THERE WAS NO REPORT OF DEATH, SERIOUS INJURY, OR MISTREATMENT ASSOCIATED WITH THIS EVENT.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 24221962 ↗
MalfunctionJan 15, 2026Failure to Power Up
THE REPORTER CONTACTED ABBOTT DIABETES CARE, ALLEGING THE METER WILL NOT TURN ON. THIS COMPLAINT IS BEING REPORTED BECAUSE THE REPORTED ISSUE WAS NOT RESOLVED WITH TROUBLESHOOTING. THERE WAS NO REPORT OF DEATH, SERIOUS INJURY, OR MISTREATMENT ASSOCIATED WITH THIS EVENT.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 24078315 ↗
MalfunctionJan 13, 2026Failure to Power Up
THE REPORTER CONTACTED ABBOTT DIABETES CARE, ALLEGING THE METER WILL NOT TURN ON. THIS COMPLAINT IS BEING REPORTED BECAUSE THE REPORTED ISSUE WAS NOT RESOLVED WITH TROUBLESHOOTING. THERE WAS NO REPORT OF DEATH, SERIOUS INJURY, OR MISTREATMENT ASSOCIATED WITH THIS EVENT.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 24053388 ↗
MalfunctionDec 30, 2025Failure to Power Up; Failure to Power Up
THE REPORTER CONTACTED ABBOTT DIABETES CARE, ALLEGING THE METER WILL NOT TURN ON. THIS COMPLAINT IS BEING REPORTED BECAUSE THE REPORTED ISSUE WAS NOT RESOLVED WITH TROUBLESHOOTING. THERE WAS NO REPORT OF DEATH, SERIOUS INJURY, OR MISTREATMENT ASSOCIATED WITH THIS EVENT.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 23921536 ↗
MalfunctionNov 24, 2025Failure to Power Up; Failure to Power Up
THE REPORTER CONTACTED ABBOTT DIABETES CARE, ALLEGING THE METER WILL NOT TURN ON. THIS COMPLAINT IS BEING REPORTED BECAUSE THE REPORTED ISSUE WAS NOT RESOLVED WITH TROUBLESHOOTING. THERE WAS NO REPORT OF DEATH, SERIOUS INJURY, OR MISTREATMENT ASSOCIATED WITH THIS EVENT.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 23629436 ↗
MalfunctionNov 13, 2025Failure to Power Up; Failure to Power Up
THE REPORTER CONTACTED ABBOTT DIABETES CARE, ALLEGING THE METER WILL NOT TURN ON. THIS COMPLAINT IS BEING REPORTED BECAUSE THE REPORTED ISSUE WAS NOT RESOLVED WITH TROUBLESHOOTING. THERE WAS NO REPORT OF DEATH, SERIOUS INJURY, OR MISTREATMENT ASSOCIATED WITH THIS EVENT.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 23539704 ↗
MalfunctionNov 10, 2025Failure to Power Up; Failure to Power Up
THE REPORTER CONTACTED ABBOTT DIABETES CARE, ALLEGING THE METER WILL NOT TURN ON. THIS COMPLAINT IS BEING REPORTED BECAUSE THE REPORTED ISSUE WAS NOT RESOLVED WITH TROUBLESHOOTING. THERE WAS NO REPORT OF DEATH, SERIOUS INJURY, OR MISTREATMENT ASSOCIATED WITH THIS EVENT.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 23511429 ↗
MalfunctionNov 7, 2025Failure to Power Up; Failure to Power Up
THE REPORTER CONTACTED ABBOTT DIABETES CARE, ALLEGING THE METER WILL NOT TURN ON. THIS COMPLAINT IS BEING REPORTED BECAUSE THE REPORTED ISSUE WAS NOT RESOLVED WITH TROUBLESHOOTING. THERE WAS NO REPORT OF DEATH, SERIOUS INJURY, OR MISTREATMENT ASSOCIATED WITH THIS EVENT.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 23494893 ↗
MalfunctionOct 27, 2025Failure to Power Up; Failure to Power Up
THE REPORTER CONTACTED ABBOTT DIABETES CARE, ALLEGING THE METER WILL NOT TURN ON. THIS COMPLAINT IS BEING REPORTED BECAUSE THE REPORTED ISSUE WAS NOT RESOLVED WITH TROUBLESHOOTING. THERE WAS NO REPORT OF DEATH, SERIOUS INJURY, OR MISTREATMENT ASSOCIATED WITH THIS EVENT.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 23388927 ↗
MalfunctionOct 23, 2025Failure to Power Up; Failure to Power Up
THE REPORTER CONTACTED ABBOTT DIABETES CARE, ALLEGING THE METER WILL NOT TURN ON. THIS COMPLAINT IS BEING REPORTED BECAUSE THE REPORTED ISSUE WAS NOT RESOLVED WITH TROUBLESHOOTING. THERE WAS NO REPORT OF DEATH, SERIOUS INJURY, OR MISTREATMENT ASSOCIATED WITH THIS EVENT.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 23364984 ↗
MalfunctionSep 15, 2025Failure to Power Up; Failure to Power Up
THE REPORTER CONTACTED ABBOTT DIABETES CARE, ALLEGING THE METER WILL NOT TURN ON. THIS COMPLAINT IS BEING REPORTED BECAUSE THE REPORTED ISSUE WAS NOT RESOLVED WITH TROUBLESHOOTING. THERE WAS NO REPORT OF DEATH, SERIOUS INJURY, OR MISTREATMENT ASSOCIATED WITH THIS EVENT.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 23049465 ↗
MalfunctionSep 5, 2025Failure to Power Up; Failure to Power Up
THE REPORTER CONTACTED ABBOTT DIABETES CARE, ALLEGING THE METER WILL NOT TURN ON. THIS COMPLAINT IS BEING REPORTED BECAUSE THE REPORTED ISSUE WAS NOT RESOLVED WITH TROUBLESHOOTING. THERE WAS NO REPORT OF DEATH, SERIOUS INJURY, OR MISTREATMENT ASSOCIATED WITH THIS EVENT.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 22975431 ↗
MalfunctionJul 2, 2025Failure to Power Up; Failure to Power Up
THE REPORTER CONTACTED ABBOTT DIABETES CARE, ALLEGING THE METER WILL NOT TURN ON. THIS COMPLAINT IS BEING REPORTED BECAUSE THE REPORTED ISSUE WAS NOT RESOLVED WITH TROUBLESHOOTING. THERE WAS NO REPORT OF DEATH, SERIOUS INJURY, OR MISTREATMENT ASSOCIATED WITH THIS EVENT.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 22382438 ↗
MalfunctionJun 23, 2025Failure to Power Up; Failure to Power Up
THE REPORTER CONTACTED ABBOTT DIABETES CARE, ALLEGING THE METER WILL NOT TURN ON. THIS COMPLAINT IS BEING REPORTED BECAUSE THE REPORTED ISSUE WAS NOT RESOLVED WITH TROUBLESHOOTING. THERE WAS NO REPORT OF DEATH, SERIOUS INJURY, OR MISTREATMENT ASSOCIATED WITH THIS EVENT.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 22308106 ↗
MalfunctionJun 2, 2025Failure to Power Up; Failure to Power Up
THE REPORTER CONTACTED ABBOTT DIABETES CARE, ALLEGING THE METER WILL NOT TURN ON. THIS COMPLAINT IS BEING REPORTED BECAUSE THE REPORTED ISSUE WAS NOT RESOLVED WITH TROUBLESHOOTING. THERE WAS NO REPORT OF DEATH, SERIOUS INJURY, OR MISTREATMENT ASSOCIATED WITH THIS EVENT.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 22123433 ↗
MalfunctionJun 2, 2025Failure to Power Up; Failure to Power Up
THE REPORTER CONTACTED ABBOTT DIABETES CARE, ALLEGING THE METER WILL NOT TURN ON. THIS COMPLAINT IS BEING REPORTED BECAUSE THE REPORTED ISSUE WAS NOT RESOLVED WITH TROUBLESHOOTING. THERE WAS NO REPORT OF DEATH, SERIOUS INJURY, OR MISTREATMENT ASSOCIATED WITH THIS EVENT.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 22121929 ↗
MalfunctionApr 2, 2025Failure to Power Up; Failure to Power Up
THE REPORTER CONTACTED ABBOTT DIABETES CARE, ALLEGING THE METER WILL NOT TURN ON. THIS COMPLAINT IS BEING REPORTED BECAUSE THE REPORTED ISSUE WAS NOT RESOLVED WITH TROUBLESHOOTING. THERE WAS NO REPORT OF DEATH, SERIOUS INJURY, OR MISTREATMENT ASSOCIATED WITH THIS EVENT.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 21750599 ↗
MalfunctionMar 9, 2025Failure to Power Up; Failure to Power Up
THE REPORTER CONTACTED ABBOTT DIABETES CARE, ALLEGING THE METER WILL NOT TURN ON. THIS COMPLAINT IS BEING REPORTED BECAUSE THE REPORTED ISSUE WAS NOT RESOLVED WITH TROUBLESHOOTING. THERE WAS NO REPORT OF DEATH, SERIOUS INJURY, OR MISTREATMENT ASSOCIATED WITH THIS EVENT.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 21556541 ↗

Device details

UDI-DI	`00093815709237`
Brand	FreeStyle Freedom Lite
Model	70923-70
Company	Abbott Diabetes Care Inc
Product code	NBW · SYSTEM, TEST, BLOOD GLUCOSE, OVER THE COUNTER
Class	Class 2
FDA submission	None listed
Implant	No
Rx / OTC	OTC
Single use	Yes
Sterile	No
MRI safety	Labeling does not contain MRI Safety Information
Status	In Commercial Distribution
Record updated	Nov 8, 2024

Device type (GMDN): Multiple clinical chemistry analyte monitoring system IVD, home-use

A collection of devices including a portable, electrically-powered, semi-automated or automated instrument (self-testing meter), reagents, test strips and/or other associated materials and accessories (e.g., control solutions, lancets) intended to be used together for the quantitative measurement of multiple clinical chemistry analytes in a clinical specimen. Analytes detected may include electrolytes, specific proteins, clinical chemistry substrates (e.g., lipid profile), liver and/or cardiac function test analytes, and/or enzymes. It is intended to be used for self-testing by a layperson in the home, and some types may in addition be used at the point-of-care.

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Sources and updates

Device record: FDA GUDID, file dated Oct 13, 2026 · View this device in AccessGUDID ↗
Adverse event reports: FDA MAUDE, file dated Oct 14, 2026 · each report above links to its original FDA record
Recalls: FDA Medical Device Recalls, file dated Oct 16, 2026
Page last rebuilt: Oct 18, 2026. Data downloaded through openFDA, which notes it is not validated for clinical or regulatory use.

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