NA 2296003111Recalls & reported problems
Stryker Corporation · Precision Thin (9.0 x 0.38 x 25.0mm) · Class 1
Data updated Oct 13, 2026 from official FDA records · Editorial policy
Quick summary
This Stryker surgical saw blade is a thin precision blade used for cutting during surgery. Most of the 34 reports describe the blade fracturing or breaking, with a few mentioning torn packaging, discolored material, and past expiration dates. There are no deaths and no injuries; the reports note no lasting impact on patients. No recalls name this device.
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- Adverse event reports
- 34
- Deaths reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Recalls naming it
- 0
Summary
The FDA's MAUDE database contains 34 adverse event reports that list this exact device (DI 04546540046499), received between Jan 7, 2019 and Apr 22, 2026 — classified as 34 malfunctions.
The most frequently reported specific device problem is “Fracture” (24 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. How this data works · Data updated Oct 13, 2026.
Reports received per month
Most reported problems
Device problems
- Fracture24
- Break6
- Tear, Rip or Hole in Device Packaging2
- Contamination of Device Ingredient or Reagent1
- Expiration Date Error1
- Material Discolored1
- Material Disintegration1
Patient problems
- No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions25
- No Consequences Or Impact To Patient8
- Insufficient Information2
- No Patient Involvement1
Recent adverse event reports
The 25 most recent of 34 reports, in the reporter's own words as published by the FDA.
MalfunctionApr 22, 2026Fracture
THIS RECORD IS A CONSOLIDATION OF RECORDS SUMMARIZED AS A PART OF THE FDA VOLUNTARY MALFUNCTION SUMMARY REPORTING PROGRAM. EVENTS OCCURRED BETWEEN JANUARY 1 ¿ MARCH 31 2026. THIS REPORT SUMMARIZES 1 EVENT FOR THE FAILURE: FRACTURE. - 1 EVENT HAD NO HEALTH CONSEQUENCES OR IMPACT.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 24954414 ↗MalfunctionJan 23, 2026Fracture
THIS RECORD IS A CONSOLIDATION OF RECORDS SUMMARIZED AS A PART OF THE FDA VOLUNTARY MALFUNCTION SUMMARY REPORTING PROGRAM. EVENTS OCCURRED BETWEEN OCTOBER 1 ¿ DECEMBER 31 2025. THIS REPORT SUMMARIZES 1 EVENT FOR THE FAILURE: FRACTURE. - 1 EVENT HAD NO HEALTH CONSEQUENCES OR IMPACT.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 24163978 ↗MalfunctionOct 28, 2025Fracture; Fracture
THIS RECORD IS A CONSOLIDATION OF RECORDS SUMMARIZED AS A PART OF THE FDA VOLUNTARY MALFUNCTION SUMMARY REPORTING PROGRAM. EVENTS OCCURRED BETWEEN JULY 1 ¿ SEPTEMBER 30 2025. THIS REPORT SUMMARIZES 4 EVENTS FOR THE FAILURE: FRACTURE. - 4 EVENTS HAD NO HEALTH CONSEQUENCES OR IMPACT.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 23399821 ↗MalfunctionOct 22, 2024Fracture; Fracture
THIS REPORT SUMMARIZES 1 MALFUNCTION EVENT IN WHICH THE DEVICE OR CUTTING ACCESSORY FRACTURED. 1 EVENT HAD NO KNOWN IMPACT OR CONSEQUENCES TO THE PATIENT.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 20501371 ↗MalfunctionJul 25, 2024Fracture; Fracture
IT WAS REPORTED, THAT DURING TESTING AT THE HOSPITAL. THE BLADE BROKE. THIS EVENT DID NOT OCCUR, DURING A SURGICAL PROCEDURE. NO PATIENT INVOLVEMENT OR ADVERSE CONSEQUENCES WERE REPORTED.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 19825830 ↗MalfunctionJul 24, 2024Fracture; Fracture
THIS REPORT SUMMARIZES 2 MALFUNCTION EVENTS IN WHICH THE DEVICE OR CUTTING ACCESSORY FRACTURED. - 2 EVENTS HAD PATIENT INVOLVEMENT; NO PATIENT IMPACT.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 19822998 ↗MalfunctionJan 22, 2024Fracture; Fracture
THIS REPORT SUMMARIZES 4 MALFUNCTION EVENTS IN WHICH THE DEVICE OR CUTTING ACCESSORY FRACTURED. 4 EVENTS HAD PATIENT INVOLVEMENT; NO PATIENT IMPACT.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 18556802 ↗MalfunctionOct 23, 2023Fracture; Fracture
THIS REPORT SUMMARIZES 1 MALFUNCTION EVENT IN WHICH THE DEVICE OR CUTTING ACCESSORY FRACTURED. 1 EVENT HAD PATIENT INVOLVEMENT; NO PATIENT IMPACT.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 17985882 ↗MalfunctionJul 31, 2023Expiration Date Error; Expiration Date Error
IT WAS REPORTED THAT EXPIRED PRODUCT WAS USED. IT WAS ALSO REPORTED THAT THERE WAS NO ADVERSE CONSEQUENCES AS A RESULT OF THIS EVENT. IT WAS FURTHER REPORTED THAT THERE WAS NO SURGICAL DELAY AND THE PROCEDURE WAS COMPLETED SUCCESSFULLY.
Patient problems: Insufficient Information; No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 17423672 ↗MalfunctionMay 19, 2023Fracture; Fracture
IT WAS REPORTED THAT DURING A MANDIBULECTOMY PROCEDURE, THE BLADE BROKE AT THE MOUNT. IT WAS ALSO REPORTED THAT THERE WERE NO ADVERSE CONSEQUENCES, NO MEDICAL INTERVENTION AND NO DELAYS AS A RESULT OF THIS EVENT. IT WAS FURTHER REPORTED THAT THE PROCEDURE WAS COMPLETED SUCCESSFULLY.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 16962619 ↗MalfunctionApr 24, 2023Fracture; Fracture
THIS REPORT SUMMARIZES 1 MALFUNCTION EVENT IN WHICH THE DEVICE OR CUTTING ACCESSORY FRACTURED. - 1 EVENT HAD PATIENT INVOLVEMENT; NO PATIENT IMPACT.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 16801361 ↗MalfunctionApr 12, 2023Fracture; Fracture
IT WAS REPORTED THAT DURING A CANCER OF A MANDIBULAR GINGIVA SURGERY, THE BLADE BROKE AT THE MOUNT. IT WAS ALSO REPORTED THAT THERE WERE NO ADVERSE CONSEQUENCES, NO MEDICAL INTERVENTION AND NO DELAYS AS A RESULT OF THIS EVENT. IT WAS FURTHER REPORTED THAT THE PROCEDURE WAS COMPLETED SUCCESSFULLY.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 16722884 ↗MalfunctionFeb 15, 2023Material Disintegration; Material Disintegration
IT WAS REPORTED THAT DURING A PROCEDURE, THE BLADE WAS SHEDDING SHARDS OF METAL. IT WAS ALSO REPORTED THAT THERE WERE NO ADVERSE CONSEQUENCES, NO MEDICAL INTERVENTION AND NO DELAYS AS A RESULT OF THIS EVENT. IT WAS FURTHER REPORTED THAT THE PROCEDURE WAS COMPLETED SUCCESSFULLY.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 16379400 ↗MalfunctionNov 17, 2022Fracture; Fracture
IT WAS REPORTED THAT DURING A PROCEDURE, THE BLADE BROKE . IT WAS ALSO REPORTED THAT THERE WERE NO ADVERSE CONSEQUENCES AND NO DELAYS AS A RESULT OF THIS EVENT. IT WAS FURTHER REPORTED THAT THE PROCEDURE WAS COMPLETED SUCCESSFULLY.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 15816202 ↗MalfunctionMar 24, 2022Fracture; Fracture
IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE BLADE BROKE AT THE MOUNT DURING AN FOOT/ANKLE SURGICAL PROCEDURE. IT WAS FURTHER REPORTED THAT THERE WAS A 1-2 MIN DELAY TO RETRIEVE NEW BLADE. IT WAS ALSO REPORTED THAT THERE WERE NO ADVERSE CONSEQUENCES AS A RESULT OF THIS EVENT. IT WAS FURTHER REPORTED THAT THE PROCEDURE WAS COMPLETED SUCCESSFULLY.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 13875005 ↗MalfunctionMar 11, 2022Fracture; Fracture
IT WAS REPORTED VIA MEDWATCH REPORT (B)(4), A BLADE BROKE DURING AND ANTERIOR CRUCIATE LIGAMENT RECONSTRUCTION PROCEDURE. NO FURTHER INFORMATION WAS PROVIDED.
Patient problems: Insufficient Information
MAUDE report 13737426 ↗MalfunctionDec 15, 2021Tear, Rip or Hole in Device Packaging; Tear, Rip or Hole in Device Packaging
IT WAS REPORTED THAT THERE WAS A POTENTIAL STERILITY BREACH ON THE PACKAGING OF TWO DEVICES. IT WAS ALSO REPORTED THAT THIS EVENT DID NOT OCCUR DURING A SURGICAL PROCEDURE, AND THERE WAS NO DELAY OR ADVERSE CONSEQUENCES AS A RESULT OF THIS EVENT. UPDATE: BOTH BLADES BROKE IN HALF INSIDE THE PACKAGING. THIS RECORD ADDRESSES ONE OF THE INSTANCES REPORTED.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 13012458 ↗MalfunctionDec 15, 2021Fracture; Tear, Rip or Hole in Device Packaging; Fracture; Tear, Rip or Hole in Device Packaging
IT WAS REPORTED THAT THERE WAS A POTENTIAL STERILITY BREACH ON THE PACKAGING OF TWO DEVICES. IT WAS ALSO REPORTED THAT THIS EVENT DID NOT OCCUR DURING A SURGICAL PROCEDURE, AND THERE WAS NO DELAY OR ADVERSE CONSEQUENCES AS A RESULT OF THIS EVENT. UPDATE: BOTH BLADES BROKE IN HALF INSIDE THE PACKAGING. THIS RECORD ADDRESSES ONE OF THE INSTANCES REPORTED.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 13012455 ↗MalfunctionDec 13, 2021Fracture; Fracture
IT WAS REPORTED THAT DURING A BONE-TENDON-BONE (BTB) FOR ANTERIOR CRUCIATE LIGAMENT (ACL) PROCEDURE, TWO BLADES BROKE. IT WAS ALSO REPORTED THAT THERE WERE NO ADVERSE CONSEQUENCES AND NO DELAYS AS A RESULT OF THIS EVENT. IT WAS FURTHER REPORTED THAT THE PROCEDURE WAS COMPLETED SUCCESSFULLY. THIS REPORT IS FOR THE SECOND BLADE THAT BROKE.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 12986018 ↗MalfunctionDec 13, 2021Fracture; Fracture
IT WAS REPORTED THAT DURING A BONE-TENDON-BONE (BTB) FOR ANTERIOR CRUCIATE LIGAMENT (ACL) PROCEDURE, TWO BLADES BROKE. IT WAS ALSO REPORTED THAT THERE WERE NO ADVERSE CONSEQUENCES AND NO DELAYS AS A RESULT OF THIS EVENT. IT WAS FURTHER REPORTED THAT THE PROCEDURE WAS COMPLETED SUCCESSFULLY. THIS REPORT IS FOR THE FIRST BLADE THAT BROKE.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 12985988 ↗MalfunctionAug 20, 2021Fracture; Fracture
IT WAS REPORTED VIA MEDWATCH (B)(4) , THE BLADE BROKE INTO 3 PIECES DURING A SURGICAL PROCEDURE. IT WAS ALSO REPORTED THAT THERE WERE NO ADVERSE CONSEQUENCES AND NO DELAYS AS A RESULT OF THIS EVENT. IT WAS FURTHER REPORTED THAT THE PROCEDURE WAS COMPLETED SUCCESSFULLY.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 12348054 ↗MalfunctionJun 8, 2021Fracture; Fracture
IT WAS REPORTED VIA MEDWATCH REPORT MW 5100694, THAT THE BLADE BROKE. IT WAS ALSO REPORTED THAT THERE WERE NO ADVERSE CONSEQUENCES AND NO DELAYS AS A RESULT OF THIS EVENT. IT WAS FURTHER REPORTED THAT THE PROCEDURE WAS COMPLETED SUCCESSFULLY.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 11961060 ↗MalfunctionJun 1, 2021Fracture; Fracture
IT WAS REPORTED VIA A MEDWATCH REPORT ((B)(4)) THAT THE BLADE BROKE AT THE MOUNT DURING AN ANTERIOR CRUCIATE LIGAMENT PROCEDURE. IT WAS ALSO REPORTED THAT THERE WERE NO ADVERSE CONSEQUENCES AND NO DELAYS AS A RESULT OF THIS EVENT. IT WAS FURTHER REPORTED THAT THE PROCEDURE WAS COMPLETED SUCCESSFULLY.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 11914572 ↗MalfunctionJun 1, 2021Fracture; Fracture
IT WAS REPORTED THAT DURING AN ACL PROCEDURE THE BLADE BROKE AT THE MOUNT RESULTING IN A DELAY OF A FEW MINUTES. IT WAS ALSO REPORTED THAT AN X-RAY WAS TAKEN TO ENSURE NO BROKEN PIECES WERE LEFT IN THE PATIENT. IT WAS FURTHER REPORTED THAT THERE WERE NO ADVERSE CONSEQUENCES AS A RESULT OF THIS EVENT AND THE PROCEDURE WAS COMPLETED SUCCESSFULLY.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 11914124 ↗MalfunctionFeb 12, 2021Fracture; Fracture
IT WAS REPORTED THAT DURING AN INTRA ORAL PROCEDURE, THE BLADE BROKE AT THE MOUNT. IT WAS ALSO REPORTED THAT THE BROKEN FRAGMENT WAS RETRIEVED FROM THE PATIENT. IT WAS FURTHER REPORTED THAT THERE WERE NO ADVERSE CONSEQUENCES OR DELAYS AS A RESULT OF THIS EVENT AND THE PROCEDURE WAS COMPLETED SUCCESSFULLY.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 11322700 ↗
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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 13, 2026 · each report above links to its original FDA record
- Recalls: FDA Medical Device Recalls, file dated Oct 13, 2026
- Page last rebuilt: Oct 13, 2026. Data downloaded through openFDA, which notes it is not validated for clinical or regulatory use.
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