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US G6 Transmitter (Retail, Receiver Optional) STT-OE-002Recalls & reported problems

Dexcom, Inc. · G6 Retail Tx-IFU Bundle Kit · Class 2

Quick summary

This is a Dexcom G6 transmitter sold at retail. Its reports mostly describe lost wireless signal, no output from the device and connection problems. There are 76,635 reports, with no deaths and 111 injuries. No recalls name this device. Reports dropped to 8,227 in the last 12 months, from 17,750 before.

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Adverse event reports
76,977
Deaths reported
0
Injuries reported
117
Recalls naming it
0

Summary

The FDA's MAUDE database contains 76,977 adverse event reports that list this exact device (DI 00386270001771), received between Apr 12, 2022 and Sep 30, 2026 — classified as 117 injuries, 76,860 malfunctions.

The most frequently reported specific device problem is “Wireless Communication Problem” (54,009 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. How this data works · Data updated Oct 13, 2026.

Reports received per month

Nov 2023: 2,524 reportsDec 2023: 2,507 reportsJan 2024: 2,858 reportsFeb 2024: 2,380 reportsMar 2024: 2,475 reportsApr 2024: 2,723 reportsMay 2024: 2,012 reportsJun 2024: 2,509 reportsJul 2024: 2,494 reportsAug 2024: 2,588 reportsSep 2024: 3,173 reportsOct 2024: 3,047 reportsNov 2024: 2,365 reportsDec 2024: 1,537 reportsJan 2025: 2,208 reportsFeb 2025: 1,000 reportsMar 2025: 1,272 reportsApr 2025: 784 reportsMay 2025: 1,292 reportsJun 2025: 1,389 reportsJul 2025: 1,728 reportsAug 2025: 1,589 reportsSep 2025: 1,388 reportsOct 2025: 1,198 reportsNov 2025: 1,084 reportsDec 2025: 1,052 reportsJan 2026: 1,198 reportsFeb 2026: 835 reportsMar 2026: 962 reportsApr 2026: 800 reportsMay 2026: 573 reportsJun 2026: 703 reportsJul 2026: 600 reportsAug 2026: 384 reportsSep 2026: 378 reportsOct 2026: 0 reports2024202520263,173
Last 36 months. The most recent month may be incomplete.

Most reported problems

Device problems

  • Wireless Communication Problem54,009
  • No Device Output21,532
  • Connection Problem650
  • Appropriate Device Problem Term/Code Not Available409
  • Premature End-of-Life Indicator187
  • Low Readings148
  • Alarm Not Visible61
  • Unintended Application Program Shut Down52

Patient problems

  • No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions76,647
  • Hyperglycemia216
  • Hypoglycemia74
  • Elevated Ketones/ Diabetic Ketoacidosis26
  • Vomiting26
  • Loss of consciousness25
  • Fatigue14
  • Nausea13

Recent adverse event reports

The 25 most recent of 76,977 reports, in the reporter's own words as published by the FDA.

  • MalfunctionSep 30, 2026Wireless Communication Problem

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 50955085 ↗
  • MalfunctionSep 30, 2026Wireless Communication Problem

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 50954990 ↗
  • MalfunctionSep 30, 2026Wireless Communication Problem

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 50954764 ↗
  • MalfunctionSep 30, 2026Wireless Communication Problem

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 50954743 ↗
  • MalfunctionSep 30, 2026No Device Output

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 50954292 ↗
  • MalfunctionSep 30, 2026No Device Output

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 50952897 ↗
  • MalfunctionSep 30, 2026No Device Output

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 50952282 ↗
  • MalfunctionSep 30, 2026Wireless Communication Problem

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 50952274 ↗
  • InjurySep 30, 2026Appropriate Device Problem Term/Code Not Available

    Patient problems: Loss of consciousness

    MAUDE report 50952044 ↗
  • MalfunctionSep 30, 2026Wireless Communication Problem

    It was reported that "Signal Loss" occurred. It was indicated that the patient was using an unsupported operating system, which is misuse of the device. No product or data was provided for investigation. The allegation and the probable cause cannot be determined. No injury or medical intervention was reported.

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 50952031 ↗
  • MalfunctionSep 30, 2026Wireless Communication Problem

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 50952006 ↗
  • MalfunctionSep 30, 2026No Device Output

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 50951715 ↗
  • MalfunctionSep 30, 2026No Device Output

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 50951709 ↗
  • MalfunctionSep 30, 2026No Device Output

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 50951707 ↗
  • MalfunctionSep 30, 2026Wireless Communication Problem

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 50951703 ↗
  • MalfunctionSep 30, 2026No Device Output

    It was reported that a transmitter battery issue occurred. Data was received but does not reflect full investigation window. The allegation and a probable cause could not be determined. No injury or medical intervention was reported.

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 50951702 ↗
  • MalfunctionSep 30, 2026No Device Output

    It was reported that a transmitter battery issue occurred. It was indicated that the patient used an expired product, which is misuse of the device. Data was received but does not reflect full investigation window. The allegation and a probable cause could not be determined. No injury or medical intervention was reported.

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 50951700 ↗
  • MalfunctionSep 30, 2026No Device Output

    It was reported that a transmitter battery issue occurred. It was indicated that the patient used an expired product, which is misuse of the device. Data was received but does not reflect full investigation window. The allegation and a probable cause could not be determined. No injury or medical intervention was reported.

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 50951696 ↗
  • MalfunctionSep 30, 2026No Device Output

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 50951672 ↗
  • MalfunctionSep 30, 2026No Device Output

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 50951669 ↗
  • MalfunctionSep 30, 2026No Device Output

    It was reported that a transmitter battery issue occurred. It was indicated that the patient used an expired product, which is misuse of the device. Performance data was reviewed. The allegation was confirmed due to the finding of a transmitter failed error within the investigation window. The probable cause could not be determined. No injury or medical intervention was reported.

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 50951668 ↗
  • MalfunctionSep 30, 2026Wireless Communication Problem

    It was reported that a pairing issue occurred. Performance data was reviewed. A pairing issue was not found within the investigation window. The allegation was not confirmed. However, signal loss over one hour was found in connection to the reported allegation. The probable cause of the signal loss could not be determined. No injury or medical intervention was reported.

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 50950764 ↗
  • MalfunctionSep 30, 2026Wireless Communication Problem

    It was reported that a pairing issue occurred. Performance data was reviewed. A pairing issue was not found within the investigation window. The allegation was not confirmed. However, signal loss over one hour was found in connection to the reported allegation. The probable cause of the signal loss could not be determined. No injury or medical intervention was reported.

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 50950747 ↗
  • MalfunctionSep 30, 2026Wireless Communication Problem

    It was reported that a pairing issue occurred. Performance data was reviewed. A pairing issue was not found within the investigation window. The allegation was not confirmed. However, signal loss over an hour was found in connection to the reported allegation. The probable cause of the signal loss was determined to be the transmitter and app were unable to establish a connection. No injury or medical intervention was reported.

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 50950731 ↗
  • MalfunctionSep 30, 2026No Device Output

    It was reported that a transmitter battery issue occurred. Data was received but does not reflect full investigation window. The allegation and a probable cause could not be determined. No injury or medical intervention was reported.

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 50950681 ↗

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Sources: FDA GUDID, MAUDE and Medical Device Recalls via openFDA. openFDA data is not validated for clinical or regulatory use.