BD VacutainerRecalls & reported problems across all models
Becton, Dickinson U.K. Limited · 3 models in the FDA device registry
Data updated Oct 16, 2026 from official FDA records · Editorial policy
- Adverse event reports
- 17
- Deaths reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Recalls
- 1
We found 3 models of BD Vacutainer by Becton, Dickinson U.K. Limited in the FDA's device registry (GUDID). Together they are named in 17 adverse event reports in the FDA's MAUDE database, received between Dec 1, 2017 and Jun 13, 2018 — classified as 17 malfunctions.
The most frequently reported specific device problem is “Incorrect Or Inadequate Test Results” (5 reports).
1 FDA recall record name at least one of these models by its device identifier.
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
BD Vacutainer recalls
FDA recall records that name at least one of these models by its device identifier, newest first. Each recall usually covers specific models or lots, so check the details.
- Sep 18, 2017Terminated
Increased amount of residual blood present on the top of stopper well after venipuncture
Z-1180-2018 · Root cause: Nonconforming Material/Component · names 2 of these models · Recall details · FDA record ↗
Most reported BD Vacutainer problems
Device problems
- Incorrect Or Inadequate Test Results5
- Short Fill4
- Device Operates Differently Than Expected3
- Fluid/Blood Leak2
- Defective Component1
- Leak/Splash1
- Reflux within Device1
- Retraction Problem1
Patient problems
- No Known Impact Or Consequence To Patient12
- No Consequences Or Impact To Patient4
- No Information1
BD Vacutainer models
3 models, most reported first. Each model has its own page with its reports, recalls and device details.
- BD Vacutainer® 365045Tubes, vials, systems, serum separators, blood collection1 recall6 reports
- BD Vacutainer® 365043Tubes, vials, systems, serum separators, blood collection1 recall5 reports
- BD Vacutainer® 365044Tubes, vials, systems, serum separators, blood collection6 reports
Recent BD Vacutainer adverse event reports
The 15 most recent reports across all models, in the reporter's own words as published by the FDA.
MalfunctionJun 13, 2018Short Fill; Short Fill
IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE BD VACUTAINER® BARRICOR¿ LITHIUM HEPARIN PLASMAN BLOOD COLLECTION TUBES WERE UNDERFILLING. NO REPORT OF INJURY OR MEDICAL INTERVENTION. NO REPORT OF BLOOD EXPOSURE TO MUCOUS MEMBRANE.
Patient problems: No Known Impact Or Consequence To Patient
MAUDE report 7599430 ↗MalfunctionMay 14, 2018Leak/Splash; Leak/Splash
IT WAS REPORTED THAT BD VACUTAINER® BARRICOR¿ LITHIUM HEPARIN PLASMAN BLOOD COLLECTION TUBES WERE BEING PUSHED BACK FROM THE DEVICE AND HAD TO BE HELD IN PLACE. NO SERIOUS INJURY OR MEDICAL INTERVENTION REPORTED.
Patient problems: No Consequences Or Impact To Patient
MAUDE report 7512983 ↗MalfunctionMay 11, 2018Incorrect Or Inadequate Test Results; Incorrect Or Inadequate Test Results
IT WAS REPORTED THAT BD VACUTAINER® BARRICOR¿ LITHIUM HEPARIN PLASMAN BLOOD COLLECTION TUBES HAD POOR SEPARATOR MOVEMENT.
Patient problems: No Known Impact Or Consequence To Patient
MAUDE report 7509218 ↗MalfunctionMay 10, 2018Volume Accuracy Problem; Volume Accuracy Problem
IT WAS REPORTED THAT BD VACUTAINER® BARRICOR¿ LITHIUM HEPARIN PLASMAN BLOOD COLLECTION TUBES WERE FILLING SLOWLY.
Patient problems: No Information
MAUDE report 7503051 ↗MalfunctionMay 9, 2018Short Fill; Short Fill
IT WAS REPORTED THAT BD VACUTAINER® BARRICOR¿ LITHIUM HEPARIN PLASMAN BLOOD COLLECTION TUBES WEREN¿T FILLING COMPLETELY. NO SERIOUS INJURY OR MEDICAL INTERVENTION REPORTED.
Patient problems: No Known Impact Or Consequence To Patient
MAUDE report 7500856 ↗MalfunctionMay 7, 2018Incorrect Or Inadequate Test Results; Incorrect Or Inadequate Test Results
IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE BD VACUTAINER® BARRICOR¿ LITHIUM HEPARIN PLASMAN BLOOD COLLECTION TUBES TRAPPED THE PLASMA BELOW THE BARRIER.
Patient problems: No Known Impact Or Consequence To Patient
MAUDE report 7491410 ↗MalfunctionMay 2, 2018Incorrect Or Inadequate Test Results; Incorrect Or Inadequate Test Results
IT WAS REPORTED THAT BD VACUTAINER BARRICOR LITHIUM HEPARIN PLASMAN BLOOD COLLECTION TUBES HAD ERRONEOUS RESULTS.
Patient problems: No Known Impact Or Consequence To Patient
MAUDE report 7481942 ↗MalfunctionMay 2, 2018Short Fill; Short Fill
IT WAS REPORTED THAT BD VACUTAINER® BARRICOR¿ LITHIUM HEPARIN PLASMAN BLOOD COLLECTION TUBES UNDER FILLED DURING BLOOD COLLECTION.
Patient problems: No Known Impact Or Consequence To Patient
MAUDE report 7481927 ↗MalfunctionMay 1, 2018Short Fill; Short Fill
IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE BD VACUTAINER® BARRICOR¿ LITHIUM HEPARIN PLASMAN BLOOD COLLECTION TUBES WERE UNDERFILLING.
Patient problems: No Known Impact Or Consequence To Patient
MAUDE report 7477396 ↗MalfunctionMay 1, 2018Incorrect Or Inadequate Test Results; Incorrect Or Inadequate Test Results
IT WAS REPORTED THAT BD VACUTAINER® BARRICOR¿ LITHIUM HEPARIN PLASMAN BLOOD COLLECTION TUBES "BARRICOR - 365043 - STABILITY".
Patient problems: No Known Impact Or Consequence To Patient
MAUDE report 7476327 ↗MalfunctionMay 1, 2018Incorrect Or Inadequate Test Results; Incorrect Or Inadequate Test Results
IT WAS REPORTED THE BD VACUTAINER® BARRICOR¿ LITHIUM HEPARIN PLASMAN BLOOD COLLECTION TUBES WERE HAVING ERRONEOUS RESULT, NO REPORT OF MEDICAL INTERVENTIONS OR SERIOUS INJURY.
Patient problems: No Known Impact Or Consequence To Patient
MAUDE report 7475800 ↗MalfunctionDec 13, 2017Retraction Problem
IT WAS REPORTED THAT BD VACUTAINER® BARRICOR¿ LITHIUM HEPARIN PLASMA BLOOD COLLECTION TUBE SOMETIMES CAUSED AN AEROSOL. WHEN DRAWING MULTIPLE TUBES SOMETIMES THE SLEEVE WOULD NOT RETURN BACK OVER THE NEEDLE CONSISTENTLY CAUSING BLOOD TO REMAIN ON THE NEEDLE AND SLEEVE. NO INJURY OR MEDICAL INTERVENTION REPORTED.
Patient problems: No Consequences Or Impact To Patient
MAUDE report 7114766 ↗MalfunctionDec 7, 2017Fluid/Blood Leak; Device Operates Differently Than Expected
IT WAS REPORTED THAT SOMETIMES THE GREEN BD VACUTAINER® BARRICOR¿ PLASMA BLOOD COLLECTION TUBES HAS BLOOD SQUIRT OUT OF THEM WHEN THE TUBE IS PULLED AWAY AFTER FILLING IT. NO SERIOUS INJURY OR MEDICAL INTERVENTION REPORTED.
Patient problems: No Consequences Or Impact To Patient
MAUDE report 7097897 ↗MalfunctionDec 5, 2017Device Operates Differently Than Expected
IT WAS REPORTED THAT BD VACUTAINER® BARRICOR¿ HAD BLOOD POOLING ON TOP OF STOPPER ONCE REMOVED FROM COLLECTION DEVICE. NO INJURY OR MEDICAL INTERVENTION REPORTED.
Patient problems: No Consequences Or Impact To Patient
MAUDE report 7083766 ↗MalfunctionDec 3, 2017Device Operates Differently Than Expected
IT WAS REPORTED THAT BLOOD POOLED IN THE STOPPER OF THE BD VACUTAINER® BARRICOR¿ LITHIUM HEPARIN PLASMA BLOOD COLLECTION TUBE. NO INJURY OR MEDICAL INTERVENTION REPORTED.
Patient problems: No Known Impact Or Consequence To Patient
MAUDE report 7077974 ↗
Other Becton, Dickinson U.K. Limited products
All Becton, Dickinson U.K. Limited devices →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 16, 2026. Data downloaded through openFDA, which notes it is not validated for clinical or regulatory use.
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