BD Pyxis iMX113Recalls & reported problems
Carefusion 303, Inc. · BD Pyxis ES Refrigerator (13 cu ft) · Class 1
All models of BD Pyxis (26)
Data updated Oct 16, 2026 from official FDA records · Editorial policy
Quick summary
This BD Pyxis ES refrigerator is a medication storage unit. Its 405 adverse event reports often describe software program problems, electrical faults, and drawers not being detected, and a few describe delays in patient care. The reports include no deaths and no injuries. No recalls name this device. Reports rose from 142 in the earlier year to 261 in the latest year.
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- Adverse event reports
- 428
- Deaths reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Recalls naming it
- 0
Summary
The FDA's MAUDE database contains 428 adverse event reports that list this exact device (DI 10885403510434), received between Nov 11, 2023 and Sep 23, 2026 — classified as 428 malfunctions.
The most frequently reported specific device problem is “Application Program Problem” (89 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 16, 2026.
Reports received per month
Most reported problems
Device problems
- Application Program Problem89
- Electrical /Electronic Property Problem83
- Mechanical Problem77
- Loose or Intermittent Connection57
- Activation Failure35
- No Apparent Adverse Event26
- Battery Problem22
- Break19
Patient problems
- No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions428
- Appropriate Clinical Signs, Symptoms and Conditions Term/Code Not Available1
Recent adverse event reports
The 25 most recent of 428 reports, in the reporter's own words as published by the FDA.
MalfunctionSep 23, 2026No Apparent Adverse Event
It was reported that when using the BD Pyxis¿ ES Refrigerator system Secure locking bin failed. The customer tried to recover but the issue persisted. The customer stated that this malfunction occurred when the user tried to issue medication to patient and caused a delay in dispensing medication to patients and caused the user to dispense the medication from another device. However, there were no adverse events or injuries reported based on this event.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50867858 ↗MalfunctionSep 22, 2026Electrical /Electronic Property Problem
It was reported that when using the BD Pyxis¿ ES Refrigerator, a failure occurred. The customer reported that the fridge was not unlocking the storage bins, preventing access to medications. Troubleshooting steps were performed, including rebooting the refrigerator and recovering the storage space; however, the issue persistedThe customer stated that this malfunction occurred while dispensing the medication and caused a delay to the patient care. There were no adverse events or injuries reported based on this event.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50852215 ↗MalfunctionSep 22, 2026Application Program Problem
It was reported that when using the BD Pyxis¿ ES Refrigerator, medications were unloaded from the system but remained physically present in the refrigerator bin. The medications were not accessible from either the station GUI or the server, and no related activity was found in reports. One of the medications was last accessed on Saturday; however, when staff attempted to retrieve it today, the nurse reported that the item was no longer loaded in the system despite still being physically present in the refrigerator. The medications appeared as empty/unloaded on both the server and station, requiring the items to be reloaded to restore access.The customer stated that this malfunction occurred while dispensing the medication and caused a delay to the patient care. There were no adverse events or injuries reported based on this event.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50851099 ↗MalfunctionSep 22, 2026Application Program Problem
It was reported that when using the BD Pyxis¿ ES Refrigerator system refrigerator door was failed. Customer tried to reboot and recover the storage space, but issue was not resolved. The customer stated that this malfunction occurred when the user tried to issue medication to patient and caused a delay in dispensing medication to patients. However, there were no adverse events or injuries reported based on this event.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50851070 ↗MalfunctionSep 21, 2026Application Program Problem
It was reported that when using the BD Pyxis¿ ES Refrigerator system had an issue where the refrigerator connected to the station was not opening, even after the customer rebooted the system. The customer reported that the door was failing to open and that the rear of the refrigerator was extremely hot. The customer also reported hearing a sizzling sound when the refrigerator door was opened earlier. The customer stated that there was a delay in patient care.There were no adverse events or injuries reported based on this event.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50837697 ↗MalfunctionSep 18, 2026Mechanical Problem
It was reported that when using the BD Pyxis¿ ES Refrigerator was not detected on bus and unable to open or unlock. The customer stated that this malfunction caused a delay in dispensing the medications to the patient. However, there were no adverse events or injuries reported based on this event.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50819842 ↗MalfunctionSep 18, 2026Break
It was reported that when using the BD Pyxis¿ ES Refrigerator the refrigerator had failed. Storage recovery was completed, and the refrigerator was rebooted; however, the issue persisted. The customer stated that this malfunction occurred while dispensing the medication and they had to access the medications from another station/pharmacy that caused a delay in patient care. However, there were no adverse events or injuries reported based on this event.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50816604 ↗MalfunctionSep 17, 2026Loose or Intermittent Connection; Failure to Align
It was reported that when using the BD Pyxis¿ ES Refrigerator, the door was not locking properly. The customer reported a hardware failure and confirmed that the refrigerator displayed a Requires Maintenance error message.The customer stated that there was a delay in patient care.There were no adverse events or injuries reported based on this event.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50799988 ↗MalfunctionSep 16, 2026Electrical /Electronic Property Problem
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50786084 ↗MalfunctionSep 16, 2026No Apparent Adverse Event
It was reported that when using the BD Pyxis¿ ES Refrigerator was failed to lock/unlock and not detected on bus.The customer stated that this malfunction occurred while dispensing the medication and they were unable to access/issue the medication, which caused a delay to the patient care.There were no adverse events or injuries reported based on this event.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50785573 ↗MalfunctionSep 15, 2026Electrical /Electronic Property Problem
It was reported that when using the BD Pyxis¿ ES Refrigerator door was failed. The customer stated that this malfunction occurred while dispensing the medication.There were no adverse events or injuries reported based on this event.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50772173 ↗MalfunctionSep 11, 2026Activation Failure
It was reported that when using the BD Pyxis¿ ES Refrigerator had incorrect time. The customer stated that this malfunction caused a delay in dispensing the medications to the patient. However, there were no adverse events or injuries reported based on this event.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50732076 ↗MalfunctionSep 10, 2026Break; Electrical /Electronic Property Problem
It was reported that when using the BD Pyxis¿ ES Refrigerator was failed and continued to display lock/unlock errors. The customer stated that there was a delay in patient care. There were no adverse events or injuries reported based on this event.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50705822 ↗MalfunctionSep 9, 2026Loose or Intermittent Connection; Mechanical Problem
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50698882 ↗MalfunctionSep 9, 2026Mechanical Problem
It was reported that when using the BD Pyxis¿ ES Refrigerator, the refrigerator bin hardware had failed and would not open or unlock. The customer stated that this malfunction occurred while dispensing medication to patients and caused delay in patient care. However, there were no adverse events or injuries reported based on this event.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50692457 ↗MalfunctionSep 9, 2026Electrical /Electronic Property Problem
It was reported that when using the BD Pyxis¿ ES Refrigerator system power was failed. The customer stated that this malfunction caused a delay in dispensing medication to patients. However, there were no adverse events or injuries reported based on this event.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50686081 ↗MalfunctionSep 8, 2026Electrical /Electronic Property Problem; Application Program Problem
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50664869 ↗MalfunctionSep 8, 2026Contamination; Loose or Intermittent Connection; Misassembled
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50663023 ↗MalfunctionSep 8, 2026Mechanical Problem
It was reported that when using the BD Pyxis¿ ES Refrigerator, the device door had failed to open and not detected on bus. The customer restarted the Pyxis station, restarted the refrigerator, and restarted both devices simultaneously, but the issue persisted.The customer stated that there was a delay in patient care.There were no adverse events or injuries reported based on this event.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50662992 ↗MalfunctionSep 7, 2026Application Program Problem
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50656997 ↗MalfunctionSep 7, 2026Electrical /Electronic Property Problem
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50649782 ↗MalfunctionSep 3, 2026Application Program Problem
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50582986 ↗MalfunctionSep 3, 2026Loose or Intermittent Connection
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50582057 ↗MalfunctionAug 31, 2026Electrical /Electronic Property Problem
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50531670 ↗MalfunctionAug 30, 2026Application Program Problem
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50514030 ↗
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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 16, 2026. Data downloaded through openFDA, which notes it is not validated for clinical or regulatory use.
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