URGENT: Medical Device Correction

REF: 9056196-03/12/2026-001-C

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Urgent Information Regarding the Omnipod® 5 Pod

Affected Product

Products Impacted:Omnipod® 5 Pods
Lot Numbers:Check if your Pods are affected
Universal Device Identifier:10385083000527

Insulet is conducting a voluntary Medical Device Correction for specific lots of Omnipod® 5 Pods due to a manufacturing issue we identified through our ongoing product monitoring. This issue is isolated to identified lots distributed in the United States only. Pods not included in these lots, as well as all other Omnipod® 5 Pods and Omnipod® products remain safe to use.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has been notified of this action. 

What is the issue?

Insulet identified that certain Pods from specific lots may have a small tear in the internal tubing that delivers insulin. If this happens, insulin may leak inside the Pod instead of being fully infused in the body as intended.

If there is a fluid leak inside the Pod, you may receive a hazard alarm to notify you to remove your Pod. It is important that you change your Pod immediately to resume full insulin delivery. When changing your Pod, confirm the new Pod is not from an affected lot. This risk of under-delivery increases if you use more than one affected Pod in a row.

It is important that you check the lot number on your Pod tray lid, the Pod box or the Pod itself to determine if your Pods are affected. There may be multiple Pods from impacted lots within the same box. You should not use any Pods from the identified lots. 

This issue does not affect continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) systems or CGM readings.

Potential Risks:

If insulin is not delivered properly, you may experience high blood glucose levels due to under-delivery of insulin. In the most severe cases, prolonged and persistent high blood glucose levels can lead to diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA), a serious medical condition that requires prompt medical treatment and can be life-threatening if not treated.   

Insulet has received 18 reports of serious adverse events associated with high blood glucose levels, including hospitalization and diabetic ketoacidosis. No deaths have been reported. 

Please take the following steps immediately:

  • Visit this page to check if your Pods are affected.
  • DO NOT use Pods from the affected lots.
  • Discontinue use of any impacted Pod immediately.
  • Contact Insulet to request replacement Pods and return unused Pods from affected lots by:
    • Utilizing our live agent chat by clicking the Podder Support button in the lower right of this page.
    • Call our dedicated Product Support phone line at 800-641-2049 available 24/7.

Always check the expiration date before using a Pod. Do not use any Pod that is past its expiration date, as expired Pods may not function as intended.

If Pod supply is depleted due to this issue, consult with your healthcare provider for alternative means of insulin delivery while waiting for Pods to be replaced.  Always follow your healthcare provider's guidance on appropriate glucose monitoring. 

What this means for Podders:

While the Pods involved in this correction represent approximately 1.5% of annual Omnipod® 5 Pod production globally, every Pod matters to us because beyond every Pod is a person living with diabetes. 

We know how important it is to stay on therapy without interruption. 

Following our investigation, we have implemented updates to our manufacturing processes and quality controls to strengthen detection and prevention and further support the integrity of our products. 

We also have sufficient supply available to replace affected Pods and do not anticipate any disruption to product availability.

Additional information:

Adverse reactions or quality problems experienced with the use of this product may be reported to the FDA’s MedWatch Adverse Event Reporting program either online, by regular mail or by fax. Complete and submit the report online at www.fda.gov/medwatch. Regular Mail or Fax: Download form or call 1-800-332-1088 to request a reporting form, then complete and return to the address on the pre-addressed form or submit by fax to 1-800-FDA-0178.  

We understand how much you depend on your Omnipod every day. We sincerely regret the concern and disruption this may cause and are committed to supporting you.  

For additional support, please connect with a live agent by selecting the Podder Support button on the bottom right corner or call our dedicated Product Support phone line at 800-641-2049, available 24/7. Thank you for taking the time to review this important information and for the trust you place in Omnipod.

Sincerely,

Laetitia Cousin
Senior Vice President, Regulatory Affairs, Quality Assurance and Compliance
Insulet Corporation


How to locate Pod lot number:

The lot number can be located on the Pod tray lid, the flat side of the Pod, as well as the 5-pack Pod box.

Pod lot number location on the Pod tray lid (circled below in red):



 

Pod lot number location on the side of the 5-pack Pod box:  
  

 

Pod lot number location on the Pod itself (flat side):



 

Adverse reactions or quality problems experienced with the use of this product may be reported to the FDA’s MedWatch Adverse Event Reporting program either online, by regular mail or by fax. Complete and submit the report online a www.fda.gov/medwatch. Regular Mail or Fax: Download form or call 1-800-332-1088 to request a reporting form, then complete and return to the address on the pre-addressed form or submit by fax to 1-800-FDA-0178.

We understand how much you depend on your Omnipod every day. We sincerely regret the concern and disruption this may cause and are committed to supporting you.

For additional support, please connect with a live agent by selecting the “Podder Support” button on the bottom-right corner or call Product Support at 800-641-2049, available 24/7.

Frequently Asked Questions

 

Why did Insulet issue a Medical Device Correction for Omnipod 5 Pods?

What could happen if a Pod from an affected lot is used?

Has the FDA been notified?

How do I know if my Omnipod 5 Pods are affected?

What if I already used an affected Omnipod 5 Pod?

Who can I call if I have any questions?

How is Insulet communicating this issue to customers?

Has anyone been hurt due to this issue with Omnipod 5?

Which Omnipod products are affected by this voluntary Medical Device Correction?

Does this affect Omnipod users in international markets?

Will Insulet continue to ship Omnipod 5 Pods?

How long has Insulet known there was an issue with Omnipod 5? How was the issue discovered?

Is the issue with the Omnipod 5 App/Controller or with the Omnipod 5 Pods?

What steps is the company taking to correct the problem and ensure it doesn’t happen again?

I received the notice of voluntary Medical Device Correction from Insulet. Do I have to do anything?

I believe I may have Omnipod 5 Pods that are impacted by this issue. How do I get replacements?

How do I find the Lot number?

One of my Omnipod 5 Pods is part of the affected lot. Is it safe to use another Omnipod 5 Pod from the same box?

What if none of my Omnipod 5 Pods are included in the affected lots? Is it safe to continue using unaffected Omnipod 5 Pods?

If I get an alarm on my Omnipod 5 Pod, does this mean I have a faulty Pod and need a replacement?

If I have Omnipod 5 Pods that are affected, will Insulet exchange them for Omnipod 5 Pods that are not affected?

How long will it take to receive a replacement Omnipod 5 Pod?

What do I do if all my Pods are affected?

Do I need to return affected Omnipod 5 Pods? How do I do that?

Is Insulet paying for the return of my Omnipod 5 Pods?

Will I need a new prescription (Rx) or additional copay to obtain replacement Omnipod 5 Pods?

My Omnipod 5 Pods are affected, and I need to get new Omnipod 5 Pods. Will my insurance allow an early refill and will I have to pay my copay to get replacement Pods?