Arthrex® AR-300PD24Recalls & reported problems
Arthrex, Inc. · PIN DRIVER ATTACHMENT 1.0-2.4 MM · Class 1
Data updated Oct 18, 2026 from official FDA records · Editorial policy
- Adverse event reports
- 5
- Deaths reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Recalls naming it
- 0
Summary
The FDA's MAUDE database contains 5 adverse event reports that list this exact device (DI 00888867100176), received between Mar 28, 2024 and Sep 16, 2026 — classified as 5 malfunctions.
The most frequently reported specific device problem is “Positioning Failure” (2 reports).
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. What reports can and can't tell you · How this data works · Data updated Oct 18, 2026.
Reports received per month
Most reported problems
Device problems
- Positioning Failure2
- Break1
- Defective Device1
- Detachment of Device or Device Component1
- Use of Device Problem1
Patient problems
- No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions5
Recent adverse event reports
The 5 most recent of 5 reports, in the reporter's own words as published by the FDA.
MalfunctionSep 16, 2026Positioning Failure; Use of Device Problem
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50787474 ↗MalfunctionApr 28, 2025Positioning Failure; Positioning Failure
IT WAS REPORTED THAT DURING A MICA SURGERY THE DEVICE DID NOT GRIP THE 2.4 K WIRES PROPERLY. PER COMPLAINT REPORTER THERE WAS NO HARM FOR PATIENT, OPERATOR OR THIRD PARTY. THE SURGERY WAS FINISHED SUCCESSFULLY WITH A NEW DEVICE FROM STRYKER. IT WAS NOT NECESSARY TO SWITCH THE SURGICAL TECHNIQUE OR DO A SECOND SURGERY.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 21919940 ↗MalfunctionMay 23, 2024Detachment of Device or Device Component; Detachment of Device or Device Component
IT WAS REPORTED THAT DURING A MICA SURGERY THE ATTACHMENT DOES NOT HOLD THE WIRE FIRMLY AND SLIPS. THERE WAS NO HARM FOR PATIENT, OPERATOR OR THIRD PARTY REPORTED. THE SURGERY WAS FINISHED SUCCESSFULLY WITH A NEW DEVICE WITH THE SAME PART NUMBER. IT WAS NOT NECESSARY TO SWITCH THE SURGICAL TECHNIQUE OR DO A SECOND SURGERY.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 19388063 ↗MalfunctionMay 23, 2024Break; Break
IT WAS REPORTED THAT DURING A SURGERY A BOLT OF THE DEVICE FOR SECURING THE LOCK HAS FALLEN OUT. AS A RESULT, THE WIRE IS NO LONGER STUCK IN THE HOLDER. ACCORDING TO THE SURGEON NO HARM FOR PATIENT, OPERATOR OR THIRD PARTY OCCURRED. THE SURGERY WAS FINISHED SUCCESSFULLY. IT WAS NOT NECESSARY TO SWITCH THE SURGICAL TECHNIQUE OR DO A SECOND SURGERY. UPDATE AVOE 28-APR-2023: IT WAS CONFIRMED THAT THE BOLT FELL OUT DURING A MICA (MINIMALLY INVASIVE CHEVRON AND AKIN) SURGERY. THE SURGERY WAS FINISHED SUCCESSFULLY BY INSERTING K-WIRES WITH A SMALLER DIAMETER AND CONTINUING THE DRILLING PROCESS. IT WAS NOT NECESSARY TO SWITCH THE SURGICAL TECHNIQUE OR DO A SECOND SURGERY.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 19387830 ↗MalfunctionMar 28, 2024Defective Device; Defective Device
IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE LOCKING MECHANISM FOR THE WIRES IS TOO WEAK. THERE WAS NO HARM FOR PATIENT, OPERATOR OR THIRD PARTY REPORTED. THERE WAS NO CASE INVOLVEMENT REPORTED. NO FURTHER INFORMATION RECEIVED.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 18995122 ↗
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Sources and updates
- Device record: FDA GUDID, file dated Oct 13, 2026 · View this device in AccessGUDID ↗
- Adverse event reports: FDA MAUDE, file dated Oct 14, 2026 · each report above links to its original FDA record
- Recalls: FDA Medical Device Recalls, file dated Oct 16, 2026
- Page last rebuilt: Oct 18, 2026. Data downloaded through openFDA, which notes it is not validated for clinical or regulatory use.
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