Arthrex® AR-2923DSRecalls & reported problems
Arthrex, Inc. · DISPOSABLES KIT FOR 2.9MM SHORT PUSHLOCK · Class 1
- Adverse event reports
- 2
- Deaths reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Recalls naming it
- 0
Summary
The FDA's MAUDE database contains 2 adverse event reports that list this exact device (DI 00888867099210), received between May 22, 2024 and Mar 5, 2026 — classified as 2 malfunctions.
The most frequently reported specific device problem is “Break” (1 report).
Reports come from manufacturers, hospitals and patients and are not verified by the FDA. A report does not prove the device caused the event, and counts can't be used to compare devices or estimate failure rates. How this data works · Data updated Oct 13, 2026.
Reports received per month
Most reported problems
Device problems
- Break1
- Unintended Movement1
Patient problems
- No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions2
Recent adverse event reports
The 2 most recent of 2 reports, in the reporter's own words as published by the FDA.
MalfunctionMar 5, 2026Break
ON 09-FEB-2026, IT WAS REPORTED BY AN ARTHREX SUBSIDIARY EMPLOYEE VIA (B)(4) THAT AN AR-2923DS DISPOSABLES KIT WAS BEING USED TO DRILL THROUGH THE GUIDE WHEN THE GUIDE BROKE IN HALF. THIS OCCURRED DURING USE IN A CASE WITH NO PATIENT EFFECT. THE PROCEDURE WAS COMPLETED USING ANOTHER DEVICE.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 24518465 ↗MalfunctionMay 22, 2024Unintended Movement; Unintended Movement
IT WAS REPORTED ON 03/28/2023 BY AN ARTHREX EMPLOYEE VIA (B)(4) THAT AN AR-2923DS DISPOSABLES KIT AXIS WAS SHIFTING WHEN USED. UPON CHECKING, BURRS WERE OBSERVED AT THE REAR OF THE DRILL. USED A NEW PRODUCT, AND THE CASE WAS COMPLETED. THIS OCCURRED DURING USE WITH NO PATIENT HARM.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 19372882 ↗
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Sources: FDA GUDID, MAUDE and Medical Device Recalls via openFDA. openFDA data is not validated for clinical or regulatory use.