VAPR 225370Recalls & reported problems
Depuy Mitek, LLC · VAPR S 90 Electrode 40 mm 90 DEGREES Suction with Integrated Handpiece · Class 2
Quick summary
This DePuy Mitek VAPR electrode is an electrosurgical tool used during shoulder surgery to cut and coagulate tissue. Its 419 reports often describe electrical faults such as sparking, melting, or the output shorting during surgery, and a spare device was sometimes used to finish the procedure. Reports rose sharply in the most recent 12 months, with 67 compared with 33 in the 12 months before. The reports include no deaths and 4 injuries, and no recalls name this device.
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- Adverse event reports
- 427
- Deaths reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 4
- Recalls naming it
- 0
Summary
The FDA's MAUDE database contains 427 adverse event reports that list this exact device (DI 10886705009398), received between Mar 12, 2018 and Sep 24, 2026 — classified as 4 injuries, 423 malfunctions.
The most frequently reported specific device problem is “Electrical /Electronic Property Problem” (135 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
- Electrical /Electronic Property Problem135
- Loss of or Failure to Bond71
- Melted52
- Sparking35
- Output Problem27
- Use of Device Problem25
- Suction Failure22
- Break21
Patient problems
- No Consequences Or Impact To Patient215
- No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions186
- Not Applicable26
- Foreign Body In Patient3
- Hemorrhage/Blood Loss/Bleeding2
- Burn(s)1
- No Information1
- Unspecified Tissue Injury1
Recent adverse event reports
The 25 most recent of 427 reports, in the reporter's own words as published by the FDA.
MalfunctionSep 24, 2026Electrical /Electronic Property Problem
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50891863 ↗MalfunctionSep 22, 2026Electrical /Electronic Property Problem
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50858626 ↗MalfunctionSep 16, 2026Overheating of Device
It was reported that during an unspecified surgery, it was noted that the top of the VAPR device was charred. Another device was used to complete the surgery. There were no adverse consequences to the patient. No additional information was provided.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50785720 ↗MalfunctionSep 15, 2026Electrical /Electronic Property Problem; Infusion or Flow Problem
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50778416 ↗MalfunctionSep 15, 2026Electrical /Electronic Property Problem
It was reported that during an unspecified procedure, it was noted that the VAPR device did not coagulate. Another device was used to complete the surgery. There were no adverse consequences to the patient. No additional information was provided.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50776599 ↗MalfunctionSep 11, 2026Electrical /Electronic Property Problem
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50733547 ↗MalfunctionSep 11, 2026Electrical /Electronic Property Problem
It was reported that during a rotator cuff repair procedure, there were sparks observed on the VAPR device. It was noted that photos or videos of the failure were not available. Another device was used to complete the surgery. There were no adverse consequences to the patient. No additional information could be provided.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50733486 ↗MalfunctionSep 10, 2026Electrical /Electronic Property Problem
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50720864 ↗MalfunctionSep 9, 2026Electrical /Electronic Property Problem
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50698353 ↗MalfunctionSep 9, 2026Electrical /Electronic Property Problem
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50696709 ↗MalfunctionSep 8, 2026Electrical /Electronic Property Problem
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50675664 ↗MalfunctionSep 8, 2026Electrical /Electronic Property Problem; Melted; Infusion or Flow Problem; Device Contaminated During Manufacture or Shipping
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50669902 ↗MalfunctionSep 1, 2026Electrical /Electronic Property Problem
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50547070 ↗MalfunctionSep 1, 2026Electrical /Electronic Property Problem
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50547066 ↗MalfunctionAug 27, 2026Electrical /Electronic Property Problem; Use of Device Problem
It was reported that during in-house engineering evaluation, it was determined that the VAPR S90 4.0MM W/INTEGR HDP device had sparks/arcs. It was initially reported that before Rotator Cuff Repair surgery, the device's output shorted and did not function. There were no delays to the surgical procedure. It was reported that a spare device was used to complete the surgery. There were no reports of injuries, medical intervention or prolonged hospitalization. All available information has been disclosed.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50473476 ↗MalfunctionAug 27, 2026Electrical /Electronic Property Problem; Melted; Device Contaminated During Manufacture or Shipping
It was reported that during in-house engineering evaluation, it was determined that the VAPR S90 4.0MM W/INTEGR HDP device had a melted manifold, sparks/arcs and foreign substance/debris/cleaning/sterilization. It was initially reported that during a Shoulder Arthroscopy surgery, the device's output shorted. It was not reported if there were any delays to the surgical procedure. It was reported that a spare device was used to complete the surgery. There were no reports of injuries, medical intervention or prolonged hospitalization. All available information has been disclosed.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50473245 ↗MalfunctionAug 21, 2026Electrical /Electronic Property Problem
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50376522 ↗MalfunctionAug 20, 2026Electrical /Electronic Property Problem
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50351422 ↗MalfunctionAug 20, 2026Melted
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50351259 ↗MalfunctionAug 14, 2026Electrical /Electronic Property Problem
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50257960 ↗MalfunctionAug 14, 2026Electrical /Electronic Property Problem
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50257119 ↗MalfunctionAug 13, 2026Electrical /Electronic Property Problem
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50242053 ↗MalfunctionAug 13, 2026Device Damaged Prior to Receipt by User
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50241969 ↗MalfunctionAug 12, 2026Electrical /Electronic Property Problem
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50227550 ↗MalfunctionAug 5, 2026Electrical /Electronic Property Problem
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50138884 ↗
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Sources: FDA GUDID, MAUDE and Medical Device Recalls via openFDA. openFDA data is not validated for clinical or regulatory use.