CGM features and fixes · FreeStyle Libre 3 and 3 Plus
FreeStyle Libre 3 and 3 Plus sensor error
Sensor Error means the sensor paused readings during a quality check. In the first 12 hours it can mean the body is still adjusting to the sensor. (Abbott)
What the maker says to do
- Check again after the time shown in the message.
- Use a blood glucose meter while you wait.
- If the message continues, use the online sensor support request form or call 1-855-632-8658.
In the US, Abbott's Libre app replaces the FreeStyle Libre 3 app, whose App Store listing says it is not the latest app.
More on the FreeStyle Libre 3 and 3 Plus
- Follower app not updating
- Signal loss
- Warm-up
- Sensor failed early
- Alarms not sounding
- Follower not getting alerts
- Compatible phones
Sensor error on other CGMs
- Dexcom G6
- Dexcom G7
- Dexcom ONE+
- Dexcom Stelo
- FreeStyle Libre 2 and 2 Plus
- Medtrum TouchCare Nano CGM
- Eversense 365
- Medtronic Simplera
- SIBIONICS GS1
Sources, quoted
- Abbott: “Your sensor runs continuous quality checks, and glucose readings have been paused.”
- Abbott: “Check again after the duration specified in the message.”
- Abbott: “Use a blood glucose meter to check your glucose while you wait.”
- Abbott: “If you continue to see a “Sensor error” message after the time specified, please complete the quick and convenient online sensor support request form”
- Abbott: “1-855-632-8658”
Every quote is checked against its source page before each update of this site; last checked 2026-10-06. Makers change their apps; the source page is the authority when it differs.