BD BACTEC Plus Aerobic/F Culture VialsRecalls & reported problems across all models
Becton, Dickinson And Company · 2 models in the FDA device registry
Data updated Oct 18, 2026 from official FDA records · Editorial policy
- Adverse event reports
- 1,077
- Deaths reported
- 2
- Injuries reported
- 46
- Recalls
- 0
We found 2 models of BD BACTEC Plus Aerobic/F Culture Vials by Becton, Dickinson And Company in the FDA's device registry (GUDID). Together they are named in 1,077 adverse event reports in the FDA's MAUDE database, received between Feb 12, 2018 and Jul 31, 2026 — classified as 2 deaths, 46 injuries, 1,029 malfunctions.
The most frequently reported specific device problem is “False Positive Result” (644 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. Widely used products collect more reports, so totals can't be used to compare products or estimate failure rates. Only reports that name a model's exact device identifier are counted. What reports can and can't tell you · How this data works
Reports received per month, all models
Most reported BD BACTEC Plus Aerobic/F Culture Vials problems
Device problems
- False Positive Result644
- Incorrect, Inadequate or Imprecise Result or Readings280
- Contamination108
- Leak/Splash27
- Device Markings/Labelling Problem22
- False Negative Result22
- Contamination of Device Ingredient or Reagent14
- Inaccurate Information6
Patient problems
- No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions1,045
- No Consequences Or Impact To Patient28
- Insufficient Information15
- Bacterial Infection6
- Misdiagnosis4
- Blister1
- Death1
- Fungus1
BD BACTEC Plus Aerobic/F Culture Vials models
2 models, most reported first. Each model has its own page with its reports, recalls and device details.
- BD BACTEC™ Plus Aerobic/F Culture Vials 442023SYSTEM, BLOOD CULTURING2 deaths1,063 reports
- BD BACTEC™ Plus Aerobic/F Culture Vials 442192SYSTEM, BLOOD CULTURING14 reports
Recent BD BACTEC Plus Aerobic/F Culture Vials adverse event reports
The 15 most recent reports across all models, in the reporter's own words as published by the FDA.
MalfunctionJul 31, 2026Incorrect, Inadequate or Imprecise Result or Readings
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50098303 ↗MalfunctionJul 31, 2026Incorrect, Inadequate or Imprecise Result or Readings
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50098300 ↗MalfunctionJul 30, 2026Incorrect, Inadequate or Imprecise Result or Readings
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50085773 ↗MalfunctionJul 30, 2026Incorrect, Inadequate or Imprecise Result or Readings
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50085765 ↗MalfunctionJun 9, 2026Incorrect, Inadequate or Imprecise Result or Readings
IT WAS REPORTED AFTER USING BD BACTEC¿ PLUS AEROBIC/F CULTURE VIALS (PLASTIC) THERE WAS BIOLOGICAL CONTAMINATION SEEN IN ONE SAMPLE IDENTIFIED AS SPHINGOMONAS PAUCIMOBILIS. NO ADVERSE IMPACT WAS REPORTED REGARDING THE PATIENT OR USER. THIS IS REPORT 2 OF 3.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 25443399 ↗MalfunctionJun 9, 2026Incorrect, Inadequate or Imprecise Result or Readings
IT WAS REPORTED AFTER USING BD BACTEC¿ PLUS AEROBIC/F CULTURE VIALS (PLASTIC) THERE WAS BIOLOGICAL CONTAMINATION SEEN IN ONE SAMPLE IDENTIFIED AS SPHINGOMONAS PAUCIMOBILIS. NO ADVERSE IMPACT WAS REPORTED REGARDING THE PATIENT OR USER. THIS IS REPORT 3 OF 3.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 25443384 ↗MalfunctionJun 9, 2026Incorrect, Inadequate or Imprecise Result or Readings
IT WAS REPORTED AFTER USING BD BACTEC¿ PLUS AEROBIC/F CULTURE VIALS (PLASTIC) THERE WAS BIOLOGICAL CONTAMINATION SEEN IN ONE SAMPLE IDENTIFIED AS SPHINGOMONAS PAUCIMOBILIS. NO ADVERSE IMPACT WAS REPORTED REGARDING THE PATIENT OR USER. THIS IS REPORT 3 OF 3.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 25443375 ↗MalfunctionJun 8, 2026Incorrect, Inadequate or Imprecise Result or Readings
IT WAS REPORTED AFTER USING BD BACTEC¿ PLUS AEROBIC/F CULTURE VIALS (PLASTIC) THERE WAS BIOLOGICAL CONTAMINATION SEEN IN ONE SAMPLE IDENTIFIED AS SPHINGOMONAS PAUCIMOBILIS. NO ADVERSE IMPACT WAS REPORTED REGARDING THE PATIENT OR USER.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 25432232 ↗MalfunctionJun 8, 2026False Negative Result
IT WAS REPORTED WHILE USING BD BACTEC¿ PLUS AEROBIC/F CULTURE VIALS (PLASTIC) THERE WAS ONE FALSE NEGATIVE RESULT. NO ADVERSE IMPACT WAS REPORTED REGARDING THE PATIENT OR USER.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 25432213 ↗MalfunctionMay 27, 2026Leak/Splash
IT WAS REPORTED WHILE USING BD BACTEC¿ PLUS AEROBIC/F CULTURE VIALS (PLASTIC) THAT BLOOD LEAKED FROM ONE BOTTLE. NO ADVERSE IMPACT WAS REPORTED REGARDING THE PATIENT OR USER.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 25302456 ↗MalfunctionApr 21, 2026Incorrect, Inadequate or Imprecise Result or Readings
IT WAS REPORTED AFTER USING BD BACTEC¿ PLUS AEROBIC/F CULTURE VIALS (PLASTIC) THERE WAS MISASSOCIATION OF ONE PATIENT SAMPLE NUMBER. NO ADVERSE IMPACT WAS REPORTED REGARDING THE PATIENT OR USER.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 24944377 ↗MalfunctionFeb 19, 2026Leak/Splash
REPORT 4: IT WAS REPORTED WHILE USING BD BACTEC¿ PLUS AEROBIC/F CULTURE VIALS (PLASTIC), BLOOD LEAKED FROM ONE BOTTLE. NO ADVERSE IMPACT WAS REPORTED REGARDING THE PATIENT OR USER.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 24391009 ↗MalfunctionFeb 19, 2026Incorrect, Inadequate or Imprecise Result or Readings
REPORT 1: IT WAS REPORTED WHILE USING BD BACTEC¿ PLUS AEROBIC/F CULTURE VIALS (PLASTIC), THERE WAS BIOLOGICAL CONTAMINATION SEEN IN ONE SAMPLE IDENTIFIED AS BACILLUS CEREUS. NO ADVERSE IMPACT WAS REPORTED REGARDING THE PATIENT OR USER AT THIS TIME.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 24390997 ↗MalfunctionFeb 19, 2026Incorrect, Inadequate or Imprecise Result or Readings
REPORT 2: IT WAS REPORTED WHILE USING BD BACTEC¿ PLUS AEROBIC/F CULTURE VIALS (PLASTIC), THERE WAS BIOLOGICAL CONTAMINATION SEEN IN ONE SAMPLE IDENTIFIED AS STAPHYLOCOCCUS EPIDERMIDIS. NO ADVERSE IMPACT WAS REPORTED REGARDING THE PATIENT OR USER AT THIS TIME.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 24390996 ↗MalfunctionFeb 19, 2026Leak/Splash
REPORT 3: IT WAS REPORTED WHILE USING BD BACTEC¿ PLUS AEROBIC/F CULTURE VIALS (PLASTIC), BLOOD LEAKED FROM ONE BOTTLE. NO ADVERSE IMPACT WAS REPORTED REGARDING THE PATIENT OR USER.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 24390995 ↗
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Sources and updates
- Models: FDA GUDID, file dated Oct 13, 2026. Models are grouped by the brand name the manufacturer registered.
- Adverse event reports: FDA MAUDE, file dated Oct 14, 2026
- 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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