BD SiteRite 9 Ultrasound SystemRecalls & reported problems across all models

We found 2 models of BD SiteRite 9 Ultrasound System by Bard Access Systems, Inc. in the FDA's device registry (GUDID). Together they are named in 251 adverse event reports in the FDA's MAUDE database, received between Dec 1, 2023 and Sep 30, 2026 — classified as 251 malfunctions.

The most frequently reported specific device problem is “Poor Quality Image” (143 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

Most reported BD SiteRite 9 Ultrasound System problems

BD SiteRite 9 Ultrasound System models

2 models, most reported first. Each model has its own page with its reports, recalls and device details.

• BD SiteRite 9 Ultrasound System 9770800

  System, imaging, pulsed echo, ultrasonic
  172 reports
• BD SiteRite 9 Ultrasound System 9770803

  Transducer, ultrasonic, diagnostic
  79 reports

Recent BD SiteRite 9 Ultrasound System adverse event reports

The 15 most recent reports across all models, in the reporter's own words as published by the FDA.

• MalfunctionSep 30, 2026Poor Quality Image

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 50954902 ↗
• MalfunctionSep 30, 2026Difficult or Delayed Activation

  It was reported unit has a 1 second delayed image. No patient impact. Out of box failure.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 50941956 ↗
• MalfunctionSep 30, 2026No Display/Image

  It was reported unable to find the needle tip during midline placement. No patient impact. No further information was provided.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 50941798 ↗
• MalfunctionSep 23, 2026Data Problem

  It was reported the 3CG feature is showing internal reading before inserting the PICC. No patient impact. No further information was provided.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 50870560 ↗
• MalfunctionSep 23, 2026Poor Quality Image

  It was reported the Probe has gone black down the center and there is wear on the strain relief. No patient impact. No further information was provided.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 50870558 ↗
• MalfunctionSep 22, 2026Data Problem

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 50853502 ↗
• MalfunctionJul 20, 2026Poor Quality Image; Product Quality Problem

  IT WAS REPORTED PROBE IMAGE DISTORTED, GREYED OUT. POOR IMAGE QUALITY. FAILING PROBE ASSESSMENT TEST AT TIMES. NO FURTHER INFORMATION WAS PROVIDED.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 25875630 ↗
• MalfunctionJun 4, 2026Difficult or Delayed Activation

  IT WAS REPORTED THAT USERS ARE COMPLAINING OF LAGGING. SOFTWARE IS UP TO DATE. CUE IS NOT BEING USED AND HAS BEEN TURNED OFF. UNIT WAS JUST IN TO REPAIR USB PORTS. NO PATIENT IMPACT.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 25402573 ↗
• MalfunctionMay 12, 2026Poor Quality Image

  IT WAS REPORTED BY A TM- IMAGE IS "FUZZY" AND JUMPY, SEEMS TO HAVE A SHADOW. WITH PROBE COVER (ANY PROBE COVER) THE IMAGE BECOMES MORE DISTORTED, CANNOT VISUALIZE NEEDLE TIP. LOOSE CONNECTION TO IPAD. I BELIEVE THEY WERE REFERENCING THE USB CONNECTION FROM THE SHERLOCK TO THE ULTRASOUND MACHINE. NO PATIENT IMPACT.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 25155995 ↗
• MalfunctionMay 12, 2026Break

  IT WAS REPORTED CORD IS PULLING AWAY AT THE STRAIN RELIEF, EXPOSING WIRING. NO PATIENT IMPACT.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 25155991 ↗
• MalfunctionMay 4, 2026Difficult or Delayed Activation

  IT WAS REPORTED THAT UNIT HAVING SIGNIFICANT LAG ISSUES WHILE SCANNING. NO ADDITIONAL DETAILS PROVIDED.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 25070013 ↗
• MalfunctionApr 13, 2026Unexpected Shutdown

  IT WAS REPORTED THAT SHUTS DOWN AND DUMPS PHOTOS AT LEAST 1-2 TIMES PER DAY. HOLDS BATTERY BETTER IF PUT TO SLEEP RIGHT AFTER YOU USE IT, BUT IT DOESN'T NECESSARILY SHUT DOWN. NOT TURNING ON LESS OFTEN. EVERY OTHER OR THIRD DAY. NO FURTHER DETAILS PROVIDED.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 24861042 ↗
• MalfunctionApr 13, 2026Unexpected Shutdown

  IT WAS REPORTED THAT SHUTS DOWN AND DUMPS PHOTOS AT LEAST 1-2 TIMES PER DAY. HOLDS BATTERY BETTER IF PUT TO SLEEP RIGHT AFTER YOU USE IT, BUT IT DOESN'T NECESSARILY SHUT DOWN. NOT TURNING ON LESS OFTEN. EVERY OTHER OR THIRD DAY. NO FURTHER DETAILS PROVIDED.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 24860459 ↗
• MalfunctionApr 6, 2026Difficult or Delayed Activation

  IT WAS REPORTED THE DEVICE IS LAGGING, AND "GOING TO THE LEFT WHEN CENTERED". NO FURTHER INFORMATION WAS PROVIDED.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 24794111 ↗
• MalfunctionApr 6, 2026Poor Quality Image

  IT WAS REPORTED THAT CUSTOMER IS EXPERIENCING DROP OUT ON IMAGES. USED ON A DIFFERENT SCANNER, ISSUE FOLLOWED THE PROBE.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 24790423 ↗

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