SafetyGlide Insulin SyringeRecalls & reported problems across all models
Becton, Dickinson And Company · 6 models in the FDA device registry
Data updated Oct 16, 2026 from official FDA records · Editorial policy
- Adverse event reports
- 23
- Deaths reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Recalls
- 0
We found 6 models of SafetyGlide Insulin Syringe by Becton, Dickinson And Company in the FDA's device registry (GUDID). Together they are named in 23 adverse event reports in the FDA's MAUDE database, received between Oct 31, 2018 and Sep 28, 2026 — classified as 23 malfunctions.
The most frequently reported specific device problem is “Activation Problem” (4 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 SafetyGlide Insulin Syringe problems
Device problems
- Activation Problem4
- Packaging Problem4
- Difficult or Delayed Activation3
- Material Protrusion/Extrusion3
- Contamination /Decontamination Problem2
- Leak/Splash2
- Material Separation2
- Break1
Patient problems
- No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions12
- Needle Stick/Puncture5
- No Known Impact Or Consequence To Patient5
- No Information1
SafetyGlide Insulin Syringe models
6 models, most reported first. Each model has its own page with its reports, recalls and device details.
- SafetyGlide Insulin Syringe 305934SYRINGE, ANTISTICK9 reports
- SafetyGlide Insulin Syringe 305930SYRINGE, ANTISTICK4 reports
- SafetyGlide Insulin Syringe 305932SYRINGE, ANTISTICK4 reports
- SafetyGlide Insulin Syringe 305935SYRINGE, ANTISTICK4 reports
- SafetyGlide Insulin Syringe 328446SYRINGE, ANTISTICK1 report
- SafetyGlide Insulin Syringe 328449SYRINGE, ANTISTICK1 report
Recent SafetyGlide Insulin Syringe adverse event reports
The 15 most recent reports across all models, in the reporter's own words as published by the FDA.
MalfunctionSep 28, 2026Packaging Problem
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50926301 ↗MalfunctionSep 28, 2026Packaging Problem
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50926113 ↗MalfunctionSep 28, 2026Packaging Problem
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50925412 ↗MalfunctionSep 28, 2026Packaging Problem
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50923798 ↗MalfunctionSep 26, 2026Difficult or Delayed Activation; Material Protrusion/Extrusion
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50908112 ↗MalfunctionJan 14, 2026Difficult or Delayed Activation; Material Protrusion/Extrusion
THE EMERGENCY ROOM NURSE FOLLOWED STANDARD PROCEDURE WHEN DRAWING AND ADMINISTERING MEDICATION. AFTER ADMINISTERING THE MEDICATION, THE NURSE ATTEMPTED TO ACTIVATE THE WHITE LOCKING ARM TO COVER THE NEEDLE, BUT IT CAN NOT BE PUSHED. THE NURSE TRIED TO PUSH HARDER, BUT IT STILL WOULDN'T MOVE, RESULTING IN NEEDLE STICK. SAMPLE AVAILABILITY: NO SAMPLE AVAILABILITY DETAILS: NO SAMPLE AVAILABLE.
Patient problems: Needle Stick/Puncture
MAUDE report 24071002 ↗MalfunctionJan 2, 2026Activation Problem
IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE BD SYRINGE 1.0ML 29GA 1/2IN BLS 400 SG SAFETY MECHANISM BROKE. THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION WAS PROVIDED BY THE INITIAL REPORTER: MATERIAL #305930 BATCH #UNKNOWN. NURSE GAVE PT. INSULIN. NURSE WENT TO ACTIVATE SAFETY AND THE CAP MALFUNCTIONED AND BROKE CAUSING AN ACCIDENTAL NEEDLESTICK. NEEDLE WAS DISCARDED. NO PATIENTS WERE HARMED.
Patient problems: Needle Stick/Puncture
MAUDE report 23946495 ↗MalfunctionDec 4, 2025Activation Problem; Activation Problem
MalfunctionDec 4, 2025Activation Problem; Activation Problem
MalfunctionJul 11, 2025Low Sensing Threshold; Material Protrusion/Extrusion; Low Sensing Threshold; Material Protrusion/Extrusion
AFTER INJECTION, THE LOCKING ARM CANNOT COVER THE NEEDLE AND THE NEEDLE IS CROOKED. NEEDLE STICK BY THE NURSE. SAMPLE AVAILABILITY: YES. SAMPLE AVAILABILITY DETAILS: PICTURE/VIDEO AVAILABLE AND PHYSICAL SAMPLE.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 22482373 ↗MalfunctionJul 9, 2025Activation Problem; Activation Problem
IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE BD SYRINGE 0.5ML 29GA 1/2IN BLS 400 SG SAFETY MECHANISM WAS DIFFICULT TO ACTIVATE. THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION WAS PROVIDED BY THE INITIAL REPORTER: MATERIAL #305932; LOT #4254095. VERBATIM: RCC RECEIVED A COMPLAINT VIA EMAIL. AFTER I ADMINISTERED SUBCUTANEOUS INSULIN AND REMOVED THE NEEDLE FROM THE PATIENT'S SKIN, I WENT TO ENGAGE THE SAFETY DEVICE FOR THE NEEDLE. THE WHITE SAFETY DEVICE FOR THE INSULIN NEEDLE SLIPPED, WHICH CAUSED MY RIGHT HAND TO MOVE FORWARD, FURTHER CAUSING THE NEEDLE TO PUNCTURE THE INNER PART OF MY LEFT INDEX FINGER. I TRIED TO ACTIVATE THE SAFETY DEVICE, BUT THE DEVICE SLIPPED, WHICH THE SAFETY DEVICE WAS FAULTY. NEEDLESTICK OCCURRED.
Patient problems: Needle Stick/Puncture
MAUDE report 22458360 ↗MalfunctionJun 18, 2025Device Slipped; Fail-Safe Did Not Operate
FROM STAFF: AFTER I ADMINISTERED SUBCUTANEOUS INSULIN AND REMOVED THE NEEDLE FROM THE PATIENT'S SKIN, I WENT TO ENGAGE THE SAFETY DEVICE FOR THE NEEDLE. THE WHITE SAFETY DEVICE FOR THE INSULIN NEEDLE SLIPPED, WHICH CAUSED MY RIGHT HAND TO MOVE FORWARD, FURTHER CAUSING THE NEEDLE TO PUNCTURE THE INNER PART OF MY LEFT INDEX FINGER. I TRIED TO ACTIVATE THE SAFETY DEVICE, BUT THE DEVICE SLIPPED, WHICH THE SAFETY DEVICE WAS FAULTY. NEEDLESTICK OCCURRED. PLEASE NOTE THE DEVICE INFORMATION PROVIDED IS FROM A "LIKE" DEVICE AS THE DEVICE INVOLVED HAS BEEN DISCARDED BY STAFF.
Patient problems: Needle Stick/Puncture
MAUDE report 22282724 ↗MalfunctionDec 30, 2024Material Separation; Material Separation
MATERIAL # 305932 , BATCH # 4066025. IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE BD SYRINGE 0.5ML 29GA 1/2IN BLS 400 SG SAFETY MECHANISM WAS LOOSE / SPINS FREELY. THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION WAS PROVIDED BY THE INITIAL REPORTER: VERBATIM: RCC RECEIVED A COMPLAINT VIA EMAIL. EMAIL(S) ATTACHED. NURSE WENT TO DRAW UP INSULIN WITH SYRINGE AND THE ENTIRE (WHITE) SAFETY PIECE CAME OFF THE SYRINGE. LOT #: 4066025C1.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 21044531 ↗MalfunctionDec 30, 2024Connection Problem; Connection Problem
IMDRF CODES MUST BE UPDATED.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 21043877 ↗MalfunctionMay 6, 2024Material Separation; Material Separation
MATERIAL: 305935 BATCH#: 3216615 IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE SYRINGE 0.3ML 29GA 1/2IN BLS 400 SG STOPPER SEPARATED FROM THE PLUNGER. THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION WAS PROVIDED BY THE INITIAL REPORTER: IT WAS REPORTED BY THE CUSTOMER THAT WHEN THE INSULIN WAS DRAWN UP, IT WAS OBSERVED THAT THE PLUNGER WAS IN 2 PIECES, AS EVIDENCED BY SEPARATION IN THE FLUID. NOT USED ON PATIENT. VERBATIM: RCC RECEIVED A COMPLAINT VIA EMAIL. EMAIL(S) ATTACHED. PROCEDURE- ADMINISTRATION OF INSULIN. WHEN THE INSULIN WAS DRAWN UP, IT WAS OBSERVED THAT THE PLUNGER WAS IN 2 PIECES, AS EVIDENCED BY SEPARATION IN THE FLUID. NOT USED ON PATIENT. PRODUCT#: 305935 LOT: 3216615R1 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION PROVIDED ON 05/01/2024: "PLUNGER/ROD INTACT AND NOT DAMAGED. STOPPER WAS BROKEN IN 2 PIECES. 1 PIECE ATTACHED TO PLUNGER AND THE OTHER WAS FLOATING ON THE INSULIN THAT WAS IN THE SYRINGE."
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 19249479 ↗
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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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