Dexcom G4 PLATINUM Replacement Receiver with Share Kit USRecalls & reported problems across all models
Dexcom, Inc. · 3 models in the FDA device registry
Data updated Oct 16, 2026 from official FDA records · Editorial policy
- Adverse event reports
- 1,756
- Deaths reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 34
- Recalls
- 0
We found 3 models of Dexcom G4 PLATINUM Replacement Receiver with Share Kit US by Dexcom, Inc. in the FDA's device registry (GUDID). Together they are named in 1,756 adverse event reports in the FDA's MAUDE database, received between Aug 28, 2015 and Dec 29, 2020 — classified as 34 injuries, 1,722 malfunctions.
The most frequently reported specific device problem is “Device Displays Incorrect Message” (529 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 Dexcom G4 PLATINUM Replacement Receiver with Share Kit US problems
Device problems
- Device Displays Incorrect Message529
- Defective Alarm372
- No Audible Alarm193
- Wireless Communication Problem181
- Unable to Obtain Readings139
- Inappropriate or Unexpected Reset132
- Device Inoperable101
- Use of Device Problem87
Patient problems
- No Consequences Or Impact To Patient1,720
- Hypoglycemia30
- Loss of consciousness14
- Confusion/ Disorientation3
- Fall3
- Hyperglycemia3
- Seizures3
- Sweating2
Dexcom G4 PLATINUM Replacement Receiver with Share Kit US models
3 models, most reported first. Each model has its own page with its reports, recalls and device details.
- Dexcom G4 PLATINUM Replacement Receiver with Share Kit US STR-DR-001Sensor, Glucose, Invasive977 reports
- Dexcom G4 PLATINUM Replacement Receiver with Share Kit US STR-DR-BLUSensor, Glucose, Invasive435 reports
- Dexcom G4 PLATINUM Replacement Receiver with Share Kit US STR-DR-PNKSensor, Glucose, Invasive344 reports
Recent Dexcom G4 PLATINUM Replacement Receiver with Share Kit US adverse event reports
The 15 most recent reports across all models, in the reporter's own words as published by the FDA.
MalfunctionDec 29, 2020Unable to Obtain Readings; Unable to Obtain Readings
THE PRODUCT WAS EVALUATED. AN EXTERNAL VISUAL INSPECTION WAS PERFORMED AND PASSED. RECEIVER CHARGE AND BOOT TESTS WERE PERFORMED AND PASSED. FUNCTIONAL TESTS WERE PERFORMED AND PASSED. AN INTERNAL VISUAL INSPECTION WAS PERFORMED AND PASSED. THE RECEIVER LOG WAS DOWNLOADED AND REVIEWED FINDING ERROR RELATED TO THE COMPLAINT. THE ALLEGATION WAS CONFIRMED. THE PROBABLE CAUSE COULD NOT BE DETERMINED. NO INJURY OR MEDICAL INTERVENTION WAS REPORTED.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 11087830 ↗MalfunctionOct 30, 2020Wireless Communication Problem; Wireless Communication Problem
IT WAS REPORTED THAT SIGNAL LOSS OVER ONE HOUR OCCURRED. NO PRODUCT OR DATA WAS PROVIDED FOR EVALUATION. CONFIRMATION OF THE ALLEGATION AND A PROBABLE CAUSE COULD NOT BE DETERMINED. NO INJURY OR MEDICAL INTERVENTION WAS REPORTED.
Patient problems: No Consequences Or Impact To Patient
MAUDE report 10760180 ↗MalfunctionJun 25, 2020Unable to Obtain Readings; Unable to Obtain Readings
IT WAS REPORTED THAT ERROR ICON DISPLAYED OCCURRED. NO PRODUCT OR DATA WAS PROVIDED FOR EVALUATION. CONFIRMATION OF THE ALLEGATION AND A PROBABLE CAUSE COULD NOT BE DETERMINED. NO INJURY OR MEDICAL INTERVENTION WAS REPORTED.
Patient problems: No Consequences Or Impact To Patient
MAUDE report 10195882 ↗MalfunctionJun 24, 2020No Audible Alarm; No Audible Alarm
IT WAS REPORTED THAT NO AUDIO OUTPUT OCCURRED. NO PRODUCT WAS PROVIDED FOR EVALUATION. DATA WAS RECEIVED BUT DOES NOT REFLECT THE ALLEGED DEVICE. CONFIRMATION OF THE ALLEGATION AND A PROBABLE CAUSE COULD NOT BE DETERMINED. NO INJURY OR MEDICAL INTERVENTION WAS REPORTED.
Patient problems: No Consequences Or Impact To Patient
MAUDE report 10189424 ↗MalfunctionJun 17, 2020Unexpected Shutdown; Unexpected Shutdown
IT WAS REPORTED THAT UNEXPECTED RECEIVER SHUTDOWN OCCURRED. NO PRODUCT OR DATA WAS PROVIDED FOR EVALUATION. CONFIRMATION OF THE ALLEGATION AND A PROBABLE CAUSE COULD NOT BE DETERMINED. NO INJURY OR MEDICAL INTERVENTION WAS REPORTED.
Patient problems: No Consequences Or Impact To Patient
MAUDE report 10162716 ↗MalfunctionMay 5, 2020No Audible Alarm; No Audible Alarm
IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE RECEIVER HAD NO AUDIO OUTPUT. NO PRODUCT OR DATA WAS PROVIDED FOR EVALUATION. CONFIRMATION OF THE ALLEGATION AND A PROBABLE CAUSE COULD NOT BE DETERMINED. NO INJURY OR MEDICAL INTERVENTION WAS REPORTED.
Patient problems: No Consequences Or Impact To Patient
MAUDE report 10024131 ↗MalfunctionFeb 26, 2020Unable to Obtain Readings; Unable to Obtain Readings
IT WAS REPORTED THAT ERROR ICON DISPLAYED OCCURRED. NO PRODUCT OR DATA WAS PROVIDED FOR EVALUATION. CONFIRMATION OF THE ALLEGATION AND A PROBABLE CAUSE COULD NOT BE DETERMINED. NO INJURY OR MEDICAL INTERVENTION WAS REPORTED.
Patient problems: No Consequences Or Impact To Patient
MAUDE report 9758723 ↗MalfunctionFeb 26, 2020Unable to Obtain Readings; Unable to Obtain Readings
IT WAS REPORTED THAT ERROR ICON DISPLAYED OCCURRED. NO PRODUCT OR DATA WAS PROVIDED FOR EVALUATION. CONFIRMATION OF THE ALLEGATION AND A PROBABLE CAUSE COULD NOT BE DETERMINED. NO INJURY OR MEDICAL INTERVENTION WAS REPORTED.
Patient problems: No Consequences Or Impact To Patient
MAUDE report 9757232 ↗MalfunctionFeb 6, 2020Unable to Obtain Readings; Unable to Obtain Readings
IT WAS REPORTED THAT ERROR ICON DISPLAYED OCCURRED. NO PRODUCT OR DATA WAS PROVIDED FOR EVALUATION. CONFIRMATION OF THE ALLEGATION AND A PROBABLE CAUSE COULD NOT BE DETERMINED. NO INJURY OR MEDICAL INTERVENTION WAS REPORTED.
Patient problems: No Consequences Or Impact To Patient
MAUDE report 9677471 ↗MalfunctionFeb 6, 2020Unable to Obtain Readings; Unable to Obtain Readings
IT WAS REPORTED THAT ERROR ICON DISPLAYED OCCURRED. NO PRODUCT OR DATA WAS PROVIDED FOR EVALUATION. CONFIRMATION OF THE ALLEGATION AND A PROBABLE CAUSE COULD NOT BE DETERMINED. NO INJURY OR MEDICAL INTERVENTION WAS REPORTED.
Patient problems: No Consequences Or Impact To Patient
MAUDE report 9676278 ↗MalfunctionFeb 4, 2020Unable to Obtain Readings; Unable to Obtain Readings
THE PRODUCT WAS EVALUATED. AN EXTERNAL VISUAL INSPECTION WAS PERFORMED AND PASSED. CHARGE AND BOOT TESTS WERE PERFORMED AND PASSED. FUNCTIONAL TESTS WERE PERFORMED AND PASSED. AN INTERNAL VISUAL INSPECTION WAS PERFORMED AND PASSED. THE RECEIVER LOG WAS DOWNLOADED AND REVIEWED FINDING NO ERROR RELATED TO THE COMPLAINT. THE ALLEGATION WAS NOT CONFIRMED. THE PROBABLE CAUSE COULD NOT BE DETERMINED. NO INJURY OR MEDICAL INTERVENTION WAS REPORTED.
Patient problems: No Consequences Or Impact To Patient
MAUDE report 9666360 ↗MalfunctionFeb 3, 2020Unable to Obtain Readings; Unable to Obtain Readings
IT WAS REPORTED THAT ERROR ICON DISPLAYED OCCURRED. NO PRODUCT OR DATA WAS PROVIDED FOR EVALUATION. CONFIRMATION OF THE ALLEGATION AND A PROBABLE CAUSE COULD NOT BE DETERMINED. NO INJURY OR MEDICAL INTERVENTION WAS REPORTED.
Patient problems: No Consequences Or Impact To Patient
MAUDE report 9659709 ↗MalfunctionFeb 3, 2020Defective Alarm; Defective Alarm
THE PRODUCT WAS EVALUATED. AN EXTERNAL VISUAL INSPECTION WAS PERFORMED AND PASSED. CHARGE AND BOOT TESTS WERE PERFORMED AND PASSED. RECEIVER FUNCTIONAL TESTING WERE PERFORMED AND PASSED. AN AUDIO/VIBRATION TEST WITH DEXCOM GLOBAL RECEIVER COMMUNICATION TOOL WAS PERFORMED AND PASSED. A "TRY IT" AUDIO/VIBRATION TEST WAS PERFORMED AND PASSED. AN INTERNAL VISUAL INSPECTION WAS PERFORMED AND PASSED. SPEAKER AUDIO AND VIBRATOR INTERMITTENT TESTS WERE PERFORMED AND PASSED. THE SPEAKER AND VIBRATOR RESISTANCE WERE MEASURED AND PASSED. THE RECEIVER LOG WAS DOWNLOADED AND REVIEWED FINDING NO ERROR RELATED TO THE COMPLAINT. THE ALLEGATION WAS NOT CONFIRMED. A PROBABLE CAUSE COULD NOT BE DETERMINED AS THE ALLEGATION WAS NOT FOUND. NO INJURY OR MEDICAL INTERVENTION WAS REPORTED.
Patient problems: No Consequences Or Impact To Patient
MAUDE report 9659009 ↗MalfunctionJan 29, 2020Wireless Communication Problem; Wireless Communication Problem
IT WAS REPORTED THAT SIGNAL LOSS OVER ONE HOUR OCCURRED. NO PRODUCT OR DATA WAS PROVIDED FOR EVALUATION. CONFIRMATION OF THE ALLEGATION AND A PROBABLE CAUSE COULD NOT BE DETERMINED. NO INJURY OR MEDICAL INTERVENTION WAS REPORTED.
Patient problems: No Consequences Or Impact To Patient
MAUDE report 9643695 ↗MalfunctionJan 17, 2020Unable to Obtain Readings; Unable to Obtain Readings
IT WAS REPORTED THAT ERROR ICON DISPLAYED OCCURRED. NO PRODUCT OR DATA WAS PROVIDED FOR EVALUATION. CONFIRMATION OF THE ALLEGATION AND A PROBABLE CAUSE COULD NOT BE DETERMINED. NO INJURY OR MEDICAL INTERVENTION WAS REPORTED.
Patient problems: No Consequences Or Impact To Patient
MAUDE report 9602707 ↗
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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 16, 2026. Data downloaded through openFDA, which notes it is not validated for clinical or regulatory use.
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