Accu-Chek Guide and Accu Chek Performa Blood Glucose Meters
Published 21 November 2019
Product
Accu-Chek Guide Meter Serial Numbers below 92911000001 ARTG 190250 Accu-Chek Performa Meter Serial Numbers between 68920000000 and 68925525056 ARTG 190250 Accu-Chek Guide Meter Kit Serial Numbers below 92911000001 ARTG 273957 Accu-Chek blood glucose meters. An in vitro diagnostic medical device (IVD)
Why it was recalled
The Accu-Chek Guide and Performa blood glucose meters may show the following power-related issues: - Display E-9 Errors (indicating batteries need to be replaced) - Unexpectedly show the low battery icon - Have unexpected short battery life - Not power on Power issues such as those listed may result in a temporary meter unavailability for the user.
Hazard
If users are unable to monitor blood glucose levels to determine the insulin dose or make treatment decisions, this may lead to incorrect dosing decisions, which can lead to serious health complications.
Source: Product Safety Australia. RecallMatch AU provides a screening summary and is independent of the ACCC.