BD Pyxis 349Recalls & reported problems
Carefusion 303, Inc. · BD Pyxis MedStation ES (Mini Main) · Class 1
1 open recall names this device. See the recall details and contact the manufacturer or your healthcare provider.
Quick summary
This BD Pyxis MedStation medication cabinet has 341 adverse event reports on file, with no deaths and no injuries. Many reports describe drawers that will not open or eject, software problems, and circuit faults, and a few mention delays in patient care. 1 open recall names this device: it began in April 2026 and concerns a fingerprint scanner that may overheat enough to cause a first-degree burn.
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- Adverse event reports
- 351
- Deaths reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Recalls naming it
- 1
Summary
The FDA's MAUDE database contains 351 adverse event reports that list this exact device (DI 10885403512582), received between Jun 5, 2024 and Sep 29, 2026 — classified as 351 malfunctions.
The most frequently reported specific device problem is “Failure to Eject” (87 reports).
1 FDA recall record name this device's identifier, 1 still open.
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
Recalls naming this device
- Apr 30, 2026Open, Classified
Fingerprint scanner may overheat to a temperature to cause 1st degree burn.
Z-2301-2026 · Root cause: Component design/selection · FDA record ↗
Most reported problems
Device problems
- Failure to Eject87
- Computer Software Problem68
- Application Program Problem46
- Circuit Failure42
- Mechanical Problem31
- Electrical /Electronic Property Problem18
- Ejection Problem12
- Communication or Transmission Problem11
Patient problems
- No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions351
Recent adverse event reports
The 25 most recent of 351 reports, in the reporter's own words as published by the FDA.
MalfunctionSep 29, 2026Circuit Failure
It was reported that when using the BD Pyxis¿ MedBank Mini cabinet became frozen during a destock transaction. The system prompted the user to close the drawer, although the drawer was already physically closed. The issue affected Cubie Drawer 07 and Matrix Drawers 08 and 11, preventing the destock process from being completed and impacting normal cabinet operation.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 50929294 ↗MalfunctionSep 29, 2026Mechanical Problem
It was reported that when using the BD Pyxis¿ MedBank Mini drawer was failed to open. The customer reported that a malfunction took place when the user tried to dispense medication to the patient. However, there were no delay or adverse events or injuries reported based on this event.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50929286 ↗MalfunctionSep 28, 2026Mechanical Problem
It was reported that when using the BD Pyxis¿ MedBank Mini, the cubie was unable to be inserted properly during restock.The customer stated that there was a delay in the dispensing of medication.There were no adverse events or injuries reported based on this event.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50912036 ↗MalfunctionSep 28, 2026No Apparent Adverse Event
It was reported that when using the BD Pyxis¿ MedBank Mini, a drawer failure prevented access to medication. The customer reported that the drawer would not open, preventing the dispensing of Alprazolam 0.25 mg tablets for a patient and impacting medication access.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 50911619 ↗MalfunctionSep 23, 2026Communication or Transmission Problem
It was reported that when using the BD Pyxis¿ MedBank Mini was not connected to the Internet and users were unable to make a RxVerify Request.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 50865783 ↗MalfunctionSep 16, 2026Electrical /Electronic Property Problem
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50790353 ↗MalfunctionSep 15, 2026Circuit Failure
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50775479 ↗MalfunctionSep 8, 2026Electrical /Electronic Property Problem
It was reported that when using the BD Pyxis¿ MedBank Mini, the system displayed a drawer's offline message. The user unplugged the power cable, waited five minutes, and then reconnected it. After the restart, the patient list and patient profiles appeared blank and were unavailable on the system. 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 50662805 ↗MalfunctionSep 7, 2026Application Program Problem; Installation-Related Problem
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50656994 ↗MalfunctionSep 3, 2026Failure to Align
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50579661 ↗MalfunctionAug 31, 2026Break; Loose or Intermittent Connection
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50516891 ↗MalfunctionAug 19, 2026Thermal Decomposition of Device
It was reported that when using the BD Pyxis¿ MedBank Mini, the drawer failed to open.As part of the investigation, it was determined that an excessive current on the circuit board. The excessive current thermally damaged U501 (voltage regulator).There were no adverse events or injuries reported based on this event.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50315930 ↗MalfunctionAug 13, 2026Application Program Problem
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50231981 ↗MalfunctionAug 11, 2026Labelling, Instructions for Use or Training Problem
It was reported that when using the BD Pyxis¿ MedBank Mini, the cubie was failed to open. However, there were no delays or adverse events or injuries reported based on this event.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50209918 ↗MalfunctionAug 11, 2026Contamination; Mechanical Problem
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50205602 ↗MalfunctionAug 10, 2026Contamination
It was reported that when using the BD Pyxis¿ MedBank Mini, drawer failed to open. However, there were no delay to patient care and adverse events or injuries reported based on this incident.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50191714 ↗MalfunctionAug 10, 2026No Apparent Adverse Event
It was reported that when using the BD Pyxis¿ MedBank Mini, the cubies failed to open. Hardware troubleshooting was performed, including door position and status verification; however, the cubies remained unresponsive to unlock/open commands. The issue was determined to be hardware-related, and field service was dispatched for repair.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 50191593 ↗MalfunctionAug 10, 2026Application Program Problem
It was reported that when using the BD Pyxis¿ MedBank Mini order was not shown at cabinet. However, there were no delay to patient care and adverse events or injuries reported based on this incident.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50190105 ↗MalfunctionAug 7, 2026Circuit Failure
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50173178 ↗MalfunctionAug 7, 2026Application Program Problem
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50173176 ↗MalfunctionAug 6, 2026Break; Circuit Failure
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50153285 ↗MalfunctionJul 27, 2026Circuit Failure; Installation-Related Problem
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50035848 ↗MalfunctionJul 27, 2026No Apparent Adverse Event
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50021650 ↗MalfunctionJul 21, 2026Labelling, Instructions for Use or Training Problem
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 25890763 ↗MalfunctionJul 16, 2026Application Program Problem
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 25836006 ↗
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Sources: FDA GUDID, MAUDE and Medical Device Recalls via openFDA. openFDA data is not validated for clinical or regulatory use.