Skip to content

G6 Medicare Transmitter STT-OM-001Recalls & reported problems

Dexcom, Inc. · G6 Medicare Transmitter Kit, Dexcom · Class 2

Quick summary

This is a Dexcom G6 Medicare transmitter. Its reports mostly describe lost wireless signal and no output from the device. There are 38,236 reports, with no deaths and 71 injuries. No recalls name this device. Reports dropped to 2,595 in the last 12 months, from 6,797 before.

AI-generated from the FDA records on this page and checked automatically against the numbers below. Read the details before relying on it.

Adverse event reports
38,339
Deaths reported
0
Injuries reported
70
Recalls naming it
0

Summary

The FDA's MAUDE database contains 38,339 adverse event reports that list this exact device (DI 00386270001788), received between Mar 11, 2022 and Sep 30, 2026 — classified as 70 injuries, 38,268 malfunctions.

The most frequently reported specific device problem is “Wireless Communication Problem” (27,397 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: 1,446 reportsDec 2023: 1,260 reportsJan 2024: 1,486 reportsFeb 2024: 1,082 reportsMar 2024: 1,224 reportsApr 2024: 1,783 reportsMay 2024: 1,165 reportsJun 2024: 1,424 reportsJul 2024: 1,505 reportsAug 2024: 1,375 reportsSep 2024: 1,641 reportsOct 2024: 1,501 reportsNov 2024: 1,087 reportsDec 2024: 711 reportsJan 2025: 941 reportsFeb 2025: 445 reportsMar 2025: 494 reportsApr 2025: 357 reportsMay 2025: 432 reportsJun 2025: 498 reportsJul 2025: 598 reportsAug 2025: 519 reportsSep 2025: 377 reportsOct 2025: 338 reportsNov 2025: 347 reportsDec 2025: 295 reportsJan 2026: 385 reportsFeb 2026: 268 reportsMar 2026: 304 reportsApr 2026: 271 reportsMay 2026: 198 reportsJun 2026: 222 reportsJul 2026: 190 reportsAug 2026: 105 reportsSep 2026: 113 reportsOct 2026: 0 reports2024202520261,783
Last 36 months. The most recent month may be incomplete.

Most reported problems

Device problems

  • Wireless Communication Problem27,397
  • No Device Output10,275
  • Connection Problem270
  • Appropriate Device Problem Term/Code Not Available164
  • Premature End-of-Life Indicator147
  • Low Readings39
  • Alarm Not Visible34
  • High Readings22

Patient problems

  • No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions38,200
  • Hyperglycemia68
  • Hypoglycemia55
  • Loss of consciousness22
  • Elevated Ketones/ Diabetic Ketoacidosis12
  • Vomiting12
  • Fatigue10
  • Malaise10

Recent adverse event reports

The 25 most recent of 38,339 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 50954336 ↗
  • MalfunctionSep 30, 2026No Device Output

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 50952500 ↗
  • MalfunctionSep 30, 2026No Device Output

    It was reported that a transmitter battery issue occurred. No product or data was provided for evaluation. 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 50951423 ↗
  • 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. No product or data was provided for evaluation. 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 50951103 ↗
  • 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 50950698 ↗
  • MalfunctionSep 30, 2026Wireless Communication Problem

    It was reported that signal loss occurred. Performance data was reviewed. The allegation was confirmed due to the finding of signal loss over an hour 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 50950236 ↗
  • MalfunctionSep 30, 2026Wireless Communication Problem

    It was reported that a pairing issue occurred. It was indicated that the patient was using an unsupported operating system, which is misuse of the device. It was indicated that the patient used an expired product, which is misuse of the device. 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 50949867 ↗
  • MalfunctionSep 30, 2026Wireless Communication Problem

    It was reported that "Signal Loss" occurred. It was indicated that the patient used an expired product, 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 50948793 ↗
  • MalfunctionSep 30, 2026Wireless Communication Problem

    It was reported that a signal loss occurred. It was indicated that the patient used an expired product, which is misuse of the device. No product or data was provided for evaluation. 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 50947652 ↗
  • MalfunctionSep 30, 2026Wireless Communication Problem

    It was reported that a pairing issue occurred. It was indicated that the patient used an expired product, which is misuse of the device. 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 50945805 ↗
  • 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 50942120 ↗
  • MalfunctionSep 29, 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. No product or data was provided for evaluation. 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 50938118 ↗
  • MalfunctionSep 29, 2026Wireless Communication Problem

    It was reported that a pairing issue occurred. It was indicated that the patient was using an unsupported operating system, which is misuse of the device. 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 50937861 ↗
  • MalfunctionSep 29, 2026Wireless Communication Problem

    It was reported that a pairing issue occurred. It was indicated that the patient was using an unsupported operating system, which is misuse of the device. 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 50937588 ↗
  • MalfunctionSep 29, 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. 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 50936548 ↗
  • MalfunctionSep 29, 2026Wireless Communication Problem

    It was reported that"Signal Loss" occurred. It was indicated that the patient used an expired product, 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 50934932 ↗
  • MalfunctionSep 29, 2026Wireless Communication Problem

    It was reported that signal loss 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 signal loss over an hour within the investigation window. The probable cause was 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 50934577 ↗
  • MalfunctionSep 29, 2026No Device Output

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

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 50927210 ↗
  • MalfunctionSep 28, 2026No Device Output

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 50923863 ↗
  • MalfunctionSep 28, 2026No Device Output

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 50923315 ↗
  • MalfunctionSep 28, 2026No Device Output

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 50922113 ↗
  • MalfunctionSep 28, 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 50917431 ↗
  • MalfunctionSep 28, 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 50913515 ↗
  • MalfunctionSep 25, 2026No Device Output

    It was reported that a transmitter battery issue occurred. No product or data was provided for evaluation. 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 50903970 ↗
  • MalfunctionSep 25, 2026Wireless Communication Problem

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 50901828 ↗

Other Integrated Continuous Glucose Monitoring System, Factory Calibrated devices

All Integrated Continuous Glucose Monitoring System, Factory Calibrated devices →

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