BD Pyxis Anesthesia Station 4000 Recall
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CareFusion 303, Inc. is recalling one BD Pyxis Anesthesia Station 4000 unit due to a fingerprint scanner that may overheat and cause first-degree burns.
What this FDA recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by FDA on July 10, 2026 and geographically references United States. Its severity classification of "medium" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - FDA Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
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What Happened
CareFusion 303, Inc. initiated a voluntary recall of the BD Pyxis Anesthesia Station 4000 after determining that the fingerprint scanner may overheat to a temperature that could cause a first-degree burn.
Which Products Are Affected
The recall affects the BD Pyxis Anesthesia Station 4000, REF: 338 Medication cabinet. One unit is affected. The product has UDI 10885403477829 and applies to all serial numbers. Distribution includes the United States nationwide as well as AE, AU, BE, BH, BR, CA, CL, ES, GB, IT, KW, MA, MX, NZ, PT, QA, SA, SG, TH, and TW.
What You Should Do
Consumers with questions should contact the recalling firm, CareFusion 303, Inc., located at 10020 Pacific Mesa Blvd, San Diego, CA 92121-4386.
Why This Matters
The Class II recall involves a device that may cause temporary or reversible injury through overheating.
Source
FDA recall number Z-2300-2026, event ID 98895. https://www.fda.gov
Original source: FDA Official Notice ↗
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