BD BACTEC Plus Anaerobic/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
- 243
- Deaths reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 5
- Recalls
- 0
We found 2 models of BD BACTEC Plus Anaerobic/F Culture Vials by Becton, Dickinson And Company in the FDA's device registry (GUDID). Together they are named in 243 adverse event reports in the FDA's MAUDE database, received between Jul 22, 2018 and Jul 29, 2026 — classified as 5 injuries, 238 malfunctions.
The most frequently reported specific device problem is “False Negative Result” (97 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 Anaerobic/F Culture Vials problems
Device problems
- False Negative Result97
- False Positive Result60
- Incorrect, Inadequate or Imprecise Result or Readings37
- Contamination25
- Leak/Splash8
- Device Markings/Labelling Problem7
- Inaccurate Information2
- Break1
Patient problems
- No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions235
- No Consequences Or Impact To Patient3
- Sepsis2
- Exposure to Body Fluids1
- Fever1
- Injury1
- Insufficient Information1
BD BACTEC Plus Anaerobic/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 Anaerobic/F Culture Vials 442022SYSTEM, BLOOD CULTURING237 reports
- BD BACTEC™ Plus Anaerobic/F Culture Vials 442193SYSTEM, BLOOD CULTURING6 reports
Recent BD BACTEC Plus Anaerobic/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 29, 2026Device Ingredient or Reagent Problem
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50072955 ↗MalfunctionApr 29, 2026False Negative Result
ONE (1) FALSE NEGATIVE RESULT FOR ACINETOBACTER BAUMANNII WAS REPORTED AFTER THE USE OF EXPIRED BD BACTEC¿ PLUS ANAEROBIC/F CULTURE VIALS (PLASTIC). THE ISSUE WAS ATTRIBUTED TO USER ERROR. NO ADVERSE IMPACT WAS REPORTED REGARDING THE PATIENT OR USER AT THIS TIME.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 25034194 ↗MalfunctionApr 29, 2026False Negative Result
ONE (1) FALSE NEGATIVE RESULT FOR PSEUDOMONAS AERUGINOSA WAS REPORTED AFTER THE USE OF EXPIRED BD BACTEC¿ PLUS ANAEROBIC/F CULTURE VIALS (PLASTIC). THE ISSUE WAS ATTRIBUTED TO USER ERROR. NO ADVERSE IMPACT WAS REPORTED REGARDING THE PATIENT OR USER AT THIS TIME.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 25034173 ↗MalfunctionMar 24, 2026Leak/Splash
IT WAS REPORTED AFTER USING BD BACTEC¿ PLUS ANAEROBIC/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 24675500 ↗MalfunctionJan 26, 2026Incorrect, Inadequate or Imprecise Result or Readings
IT WAS REPORTED WHILE USING BD BACTEC¿ PLUS ANAEROBIC/F CULTURE VIALS (PLASTIC) THERE WAS BIOLOGICAL CONTAMINATION IDENTIFIED AS YEAST SEEN IN TEN SAMPLES. NO ADVERSE IMPACT WAS REPORTED REGARDING THE PATIENT OR USER AT THIS TIME.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 24177264 ↗MalfunctionJan 26, 2026Incorrect, Inadequate or Imprecise Result or Readings
IT WAS REPORTED WHILE USING BD BACTEC¿ PLUS ANAEROBIC/F CULTURE VIALS (PLASTIC) THERE WAS BIOLOGICAL CONTAMINATION IDENTIFIED AS YEAST SEEN IN AN UNSPECIFIED QUANTITY OF SAMPLES. NO ADVERSE IMPACT WAS REPORTED REGARDING THE PATIENT OR USER AT THIS TIME.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 24177263 ↗MalfunctionJan 8, 2026Incorrect, Inadequate or Imprecise Result or Readings
IT WAS REPORTED WHILE USING BD BACTEC¿ PLUS ANAEROBIC/F CULTURE VIALS (PLASTIC) THERE WAS BIOLOGICAL CONTAMINATION IDENTIFIED AS YEAST SEEN IN ONE SAMPLE. NO ADVERSE IMPACT WAS REPORTED REGARDING THE PATIENT OR USER AT THIS TIME.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 24002474 ↗MalfunctionDec 16, 2025Leak/Splash; Leak/Splash
IT WAS REPORTED WHILE USING BD BACTEC¿ PLUS ANAEROBIC/F CULTURE VIALS (PLASTIC) BLOOD LEAKED FROM ONE BOTTLE. NO ADVERSE IMPACT WAS REPORTED REGARDING THE PATIENT OR USER AT THIS TIME.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 23818811 ↗MalfunctionNov 13, 2025False Negative Result; False Negative Result
IT WAS REPORTED WHILE USING BD BACTEC¿ PLUS ANAEROBIC/F CULTURE VIALS (PLASTIC) THERE WAS ONE FALSE NEGATIVE RESULT. THE MATRIX WAS NOT BLOOD. NO ADVERSE IMPACT WAS REPORTED REGARDING THE PATIENT OR USER. THIS IS REPORT 63 OF 90.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 23543625 ↗MalfunctionNov 13, 2025False Negative Result; False Negative Result
IT WAS REPORTED WHILE USING BD BACTEC¿ PLUS ANAEROBIC/F CULTURE VIALS (PLASTIC) THERE WAS ONE FALSE NEGATIVE RESULT. THE MATRIX WAS NOT BLOOD. NO ADVERSE IMPACT WAS REPORTED REGARDING THE PATIENT OR USER. THIS IS REPORT 74 OF 90.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 23543624 ↗MalfunctionNov 13, 2025False Negative Result; False Negative Result
IT WAS REPORTED WHILE USING BD BACTEC¿ PLUS ANAEROBIC/F CULTURE VIALS (PLASTIC) THERE WAS ONE FALSE NEGATIVE RESULT. THE MATRIX WAS NOT BLOOD. NO ADVERSE IMPACT WAS REPORTED REGARDING THE PATIENT OR USER. THIS IS REPORT 58 OF 90.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 23543621 ↗MalfunctionNov 13, 2025False Negative Result; False Negative Result
IT WAS REPORTED WHILE USING BD BACTEC¿ PLUS ANAEROBIC/F CULTURE VIALS (PLASTIC) THERE WAS ONE FALSE NEGATIVE RESULT. THE MATRIX WAS NOT BLOOD. NO ADVERSE IMPACT WAS REPORTED REGARDING THE PATIENT OR USER. THIS IS REPORT 59 OF 90.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 23543620 ↗MalfunctionNov 13, 2025False Negative Result; False Negative Result
IT WAS REPORTED WHILE USING BD BACTEC¿ PLUS ANAEROBIC/F CULTURE VIALS (PLASTIC) THERE WAS ONE FALSE NEGATIVE RESULT. THE MATRIX WAS NOT BLOOD. NO ADVERSE IMPACT WAS REPORTED REGARDING THE PATIENT OR USER. THIS IS REPORT 57 OF 90.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 23543619 ↗MalfunctionNov 13, 2025False Negative Result; False Negative Result
IT WAS REPORTED WHILE USING BD BACTEC¿ PLUS ANAEROBIC/F CULTURE VIALS (PLASTIC) THERE WAS ONE FALSE NEGATIVE RESULT. THE MATRIX WAS NOT BLOOD. NO ADVERSE IMPACT WAS REPORTED REGARDING THE PATIENT OR USER. THIS IS REPORT 60 OF 90.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 23543618 ↗MalfunctionNov 13, 2025False Negative Result; False Negative Result
IT WAS REPORTED WHILE USING BD BACTEC¿ PLUS ANAEROBIC/F CULTURE VIALS (PLASTIC) THERE WAS ONE FALSE NEGATIVE RESULT. THE MATRIX WAS NOT BLOOD. NO ADVERSE IMPACT WAS REPORTED REGARDING THE PATIENT OR USER. THIS IS REPORT 62 OF 90.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 23543613 ↗
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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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