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Class I Recall

Omnipod 5 Pods. Model/Catalog number: PT-001662 ASM 5PK Pod STRL OPS G6G7

Insulet Corporation

Summary

The FDA issued a Class I for Omnipod 5 Pods. Model/Catalog number: PT-001662 ASM 5PK Pod STRL OPS G6G7 by Insulet Corporation. Reason: Due to a manufacturing defect, certain Omnipod 5 Pods from 49 lots have an internal soft cannula tear that results in insulin leaking into the Pod ins.

Details

Source

Device Recall

External ID

Z-1797-2026

Action Date

2026-04-22

Status

Ongoing

Category

device

Product Description

Omnipod 5 Pods. Model/Catalog number: PT-001662 ASM 5PK Pod STRL OPS G6G7

Lot/Code Info: Model/Catalog number: PT-001662 ASM 5PK Pod STRL OPS G6G7. UDI-DI: 10385083000527. Lot Codes: PH1U02252541, PH1U03282511, PH1U03282522, PH1U03312511, PH1U03312521, PH1U04012511, PH1U04012521, PH1U05052511, PH1U08162531, PH1U08182531, PH1U08182541, PH1U09242511, PH1U09242521, PH1U09242531, PH1U09252521, PH1U09252531, PH1U10152541, PH1U10162531, PH1U10162541, PH1U10172531, PH1U10172541, PH1U10182531, PH1U10182541, PH1U10202511, PH1U10202521, PH1U10202531, PH1U10202541, PH1U10212531, PH1U10212541, PH1U10222531, PH1U10222541, PH1U10232531, PH1U10232541, PH1U10242521, PH1U10242531, PH1U10242541.

Quantity Affected: 1,240,115 units

Reason for Recall

Due to a manufacturing defect, certain Omnipod 5 Pods from 49 lots have an internal soft cannula tear that results in insulin leaking into the Pod instead of being delivered to the user regardless of basal or bolus delivery. This defect results from damage to the unexposed portion of the soft cannula during manufacturing, which would result in a compromised fluid path. The primary failure mode is pump under-delivery due to loss of insulin to an internal leak; in some cases, the defect may also lead to pump shutoff and cessation of insulin delivery when leaked insulin contacts Pod circuity in a manner that results in an electrical short. Under-delivery of insulin (both basal and bolus insulin) or cessation of insulin put users at risk of hyperglycemia, and complications from acute and chronic hyperglycemia, including dehydration, blurry vision, nausea, vomiting, altered mental status, diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA), hyperglycemic hyperosmolar syndrome (HHS), or even death. Users may require hospitalization or medical intervention to treat severe adverse health consequences. Not all devices with the defect will issue an alarm or alert the user. If there is sufficient leakage of insulin to cause a short in the circuity, the Pod will issue a Hazard Alarm that stops all insulin delivery and alerts the user to replace their Pod. In addition, if a user s glucose is trending high and is not responding to insulin delivery, the system may reach the maximum amount of insulin microboluses allowed by the system and trigger the Automated Delivery Restriction (ADR) alert that tells users to check their blood glucose and take appropriate actions (i.e., ADR is a response to persistent hyperglycemia and maximum automated delivery constraints rather than a direct detection of the leak). The magnitude of under-delivery is unknown and based on multiple factors, including how much insulin is being delivered, whether an alarm and/or alert triggers, whether and when the user recognizes the device defect, the duration of Pod use, and the size of the tear.

Distribution

Nationwide distribution.

Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated

Recall Initiated: 2026-03-12

Company

Context & Analysis

This is a Class I recall. Class I recalls are the most serious — there is a reasonable probability that use of or exposure to the product will cause serious health consequences or death.

This was one of 143 device recalls issued in the same week, part of 403 device-related FDA actions this month.

Insulet Corporation has 17 FDA actions in our database, including 7 recalls and 10 clearances.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Class I recall?

A Class I recall is the most serious type. The FDA has determined there is a reasonable probability that the product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death. Consumers should stop using the product immediately.

What should I do if I have this product?

Stop using the product. Check the product against the specific lot numbers or identifiers listed in the recall. Contact the manufacturer (Insulet Corporation) or your retailer for a refund or replacement. If you experienced adverse effects, report them to the FDA via MedWatch.

How often does Insulet Corporation have FDA actions?

Insulet Corporation has 17 FDA actions in our database, including 7 recalls and 10 device clearances.

Where can I find the official FDA record?

The official record is available on FDA.gov. Search for "Z-1797-2026" on FDA.gov for the full record. You can also use the openFDA API to query this record programmatically.

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