NA 530.730Recalls & reported problems
Synthes GmbH · CHUCK WITH KEY FOR BATTERY POWER LINE · Class 1
Data updated Oct 13, 2026 from official FDA records · Editorial policy
Quick summary
This Synthes chuck with key, used on a battery-powered surgical power tool, has 272 reports, with no deaths and no injuries. Most describe the chuck freezing up and refusing to move, and many describe the tool losing power completely. No recalls name this device.
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- Adverse event reports
- 267
- Deaths reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Recalls naming it
- 0
Summary
The FDA's MAUDE database contains 267 adverse event reports that list this exact device (DI 10886982240156), received between Dec 5, 2017 and Jul 1, 2026 — classified as 267 malfunctions.
The most frequently reported specific device problem is “Mechanical Jam” (239 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
- Mechanical Jam239
- Complete Loss of Power143
- Appropriate Device Problem Term/Code Not Available25
- Detachment of Device or Device Component12
- Excessive Heating5
- Device-Device Incompatibility4
- Premature Separation4
- Physical Resistance/Sticking3
Patient problems
- No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions245
- No Consequences Or Impact To Patient20
- No Known Impact Or Consequence To Patient2
Recent adverse event reports
The 25 most recent of 267 reports, in the reporter's own words as published by the FDA.
MalfunctionJul 1, 2026Mechanical Jam; Complete Loss of Power
IT WAS REPORTED THAT DURING SERVICE AND EVALUATION, IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE CHUCK DEVICE WAS FROZEN/WOULD NOT MOVE - CHUCK SEIZED. IT WAS NOTED IN THE SERVICE ORDER THAT THE DEVICE WAS NOT WORKING. THIS EVENT DID NOT OCCUR DURING SURGERY. THERE WERE NO REPORTS OF INJURIES, MEDICAL INTERVENTION OR PROLONGED HOSPITALIZATION. THE EXACT DATE OF THE EVENT WAS UNKNOWN. HOWEVER, IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE EVENT OCCURRED IN 2026. ALL AVAILABLE INFORMATION HAS BEEN DISCLOSED.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 25680888 ↗MalfunctionJun 15, 2026Mechanical Jam; Complete Loss of Power
IT WAS REPORTED THAT DURING SERVICE AND EVALUATION, IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE CHUCK DEVICE WAS FROZEN/WOULD NOT MOVE - CHUCK SEIZED. IT WAS NOTED IN THE SERVICE ORDER THAT THE DEVICE WAS NOT WORKING. THIS EVENT DID NOT OCCUR DURING SURGERY. THERE WERE NO REPORTS OF INJURIES, MEDICAL INTERVENTION OR PROLONGED HOSPITALIZATION. THE EXACT DATE OF THE EVENT WAS UNKNOWN. HOWEVER, IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE EVENT OCCURRED IN 2026. ALL AVAILABLE INFORMATION HAS BEEN DISCLOSED.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 25509715 ↗MalfunctionJun 8, 2026Mechanical Jam; Complete Loss of Power
IT WAS REPORTED THAT DURING SERVICE AND EVALUATION, IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE CHUCK ATTACHMENT DEVICE WAS FROZEN/WOULD NOT MOVE - CHUCK SEIZED. IT WAS NOTED IN THE SERVICE ORDER THAT THE DEVICE WAS NOT WORKING. THERE WERE NO REPORTS OF INJURIES, MEDICAL INTERVENTION OR PROLONGED HOSPITALIZATION. THE EXACT DATE OF THE EVENT WAS UNKNOWN. HOWEVER, IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE EVENT OCCURRED IN 2026. ALL AVAILABLE INFORMATION HAS BEEN DISCLOSED.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 25435789 ↗MalfunctionJun 8, 2026Mechanical Jam
IT WAS REPORTED THAT DURING SERVICE AND REPAIR PRE-TESTING, IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT THE CHUCK DEVICE WAS FROZEN/WOULD NOT MOVE - CHUCK SEIZED. THIS EVENT DID NOT OCCUR DURING SURGERY. THERE WERE NO REPORTS OF INJURIES, MEDICAL INTERVENTION OR PROLONGED HOSPITALIZATION. THE EXACT DATE OF THE EVENT WAS UNKNOWN. HOWEVER, IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE EVENT OCCURRED IN 2026. ALL AVAILABLE INFORMATION HAS BEEN DISCLOSED.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 25431086 ↗MalfunctionJun 3, 2026Mechanical Jam; Complete Loss of Power
IT WAS REPORTED THAT DURING SERVICE AND EVALUATION, IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE CHUCK ATTACHMENT DEVICE WAS FROZEN/WILL NOT MOVE - CHUCK SEIZED. IT WAS NOTED IN THE SERVICE ORDER THAT THE DEVICE DID NOT WORK. THERE WERE NO REPORTS OF INJURIES, MEDICAL INTERVENTION OR PROLONGED HOSPITALIZATION. THE EXACT DATE OF THE EVENT WAS UNKNOWN. HOWEVER, IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE EVENT OCCURRED IN 2026. ALL AVAILABLE INFORMATION HAS BEEN DISCLOSED.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 25382758 ↗MalfunctionJun 1, 2026Mechanical Jam; Complete Loss of Power
IT WAS REPORTED THAT DURING SERVICE AND EVALUATION, IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE CHUCK DEVICE WAS FROZEN/WOULD NOT MOVE - CHUCK SEIZED. IT WAS NOTED IN THE SERVICE ORDER THAT THE DEVICE WAS NOT WORKING. THIS EVENT DID NOT OCCUR DURING SURGERY. THERE WERE NO REPORTS OF INJURIES, MEDICAL INTERVENTION OR PROLONGED HOSPITALIZATION. THE EXACT DATE OF THE EVENT WAS UNKNOWN. HOWEVER, IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE EVENT OCCURRED IN 2026. ALL AVAILABLE INFORMATION HAS BEEN DISCLOSED.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 25355089 ↗MalfunctionJun 1, 2026Mechanical Jam; Complete Loss of Power
IT WAS REPORTED THAT DURING SERVICE AND EVALUATION, IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE CHUCK WITH KEY DEVICE WAS FROZEN/WILL NOT MOVE ¿ CHUCK SEIZED. IT WAS FURTHER DETERMINED THAT THE DEVICE FAILED PRETEST FOR CHECK DRILL CHUCK FUNCTION AND CHECK GENERAL FUNCTION IN RUNNING MODE. IT WAS NOTED IN THE SERVICE ORDER THAT THE DEVICE WAS NOT WORKING. THIS EVENT DID NOT OCCUR DURING SURGERY. THERE WERE NO REPORTS OF INJURIES, MEDICAL INTERVENTION, OR PROLONGED HOSPITALIZATION. THE EXACT DATE OF THE EVENT WAS NOT REPORTED; HOWEVER, IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE EVENT OCCURRED IN 2026. ALL AVAILABLE INFORMATION HAS BEEN DISCLOSED. IF ADDITIONAL INFORMATION SHOULD BECOME AVAILABLE, A SUPPLEMENTAL MEDWATCH WILL BE SUBMITTED ACCORDINGLY.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 25352062 ↗MalfunctionMay 8, 2026Mechanical Jam; Appropriate Device Problem Term/Code Not Available
IT WAS REPORTED THAT DURING SERVICE AND EVALUATION, IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE CHUCK WITH KEY DEVICE WAS FROZEN/WILL NOT MOVE. IT WAS FURTHER DETERMINED THAT THE DEVICE FAILED PRETEST FOR CHECK DRILL CHUCK FUNCTION. IT WAS NOTED IN THE SERVICE ORDER THAT THE DEVICE WAS DEFECTIVE. THIS EVENT DID NOT OCCUR DURING SURGERY. THERE WERE NO REPORTS OF INJURIES, MEDICAL INTERVENTION, OR PROLONGED HOSPITALIZATION. THE EXACT DATE OF THE EVENT WAS NOT REPORTED; HOWEVER, IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE EVENT OCCURRED IN 2026. ALL AVAILABLE INFORMATION HAS BEEN DISCLOSED. IF ADDITIONAL INFORMATION SHOULD BECOME AVAILABLE, A SUPPLEMENTAL MEDWATCH WILL BE SUBMITTED ACCORDINGLY.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 25123523 ↗MalfunctionApr 17, 2026Mechanical Jam; Complete Loss of Power
IT WAS REPORTED THAT DURING SERVICE AND EVALUATION, IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE CHUCK WITH KEY F/BPL DEVICE WAS FROZEN/WOULD NOT MOVE - CHUCK SEIZED. IT WAS REPORTED IN THE SERVICE ORDER THAT THE DEVICE WAS NOT WORKING. IT WAS UNKNOWN WHEN THE EVENT OCCURRED. THERE WERE NO REPORTS OF DELAYS TO A SURGICAL PROCEDURE. 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 24916492 ↗MalfunctionApr 15, 2026Mechanical Jam; Complete Loss of Power
IT WAS REPORTED THAT DURING SERVICE AND EVALUATION, IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE CHUCK DEVICE WAS FROZEN/WOULD NOT MOVE - CHUCK SEIZED. IT WAS NOTED IN THE SERVICE ORDER THAT THE DEVICE WAS NOT WORKING. THIS EVENT DID NOT OCCUR DURING SURGERY. THERE WERE NO REPORTS OF INJURIES, MEDICAL INTERVENTION OR PROLONGED HOSPITALIZATION. THE EXACT DATE OF THE EVENT WAS UNKNOWN. HOWEVER, IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE EVENT OCCURRED IN 2026. ALL AVAILABLE INFORMATION HAS BEEN DISCLOSED.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 24889276 ↗MalfunctionApr 13, 2026Mechanical Jam; Complete Loss of Power
IT WAS REPORTED THAT DURING SERVICE AND EVALUATION, IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE CHUCK ATTACHMENT DEVICE WAS FROZEN/WILL NOT MOVE - CHUCK SEIZED. IT WAS NOTED IN THE SERVICE ORDER THAT THE DEVICE DID NOT WORK. THERE WERE NO REPORTS OF INJURIES, MEDICAL INTERVENTION OR PROLONGED HOSPITALIZATION. THE EXACT DATE OF THE EVENT WAS UNKNOWN. HOWEVER, IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE EVENT OCCURRED IN 2026. ALL AVAILABLE INFORMATION HAS BEEN DISCLOSED.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 24860425 ↗MalfunctionApr 8, 2026Mechanical Jam; Complete Loss of Power
IT WAS REPORTED THAT DURING SERVICE AND EVALUATION, IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE CHUCK WITH KEY DEVICE WAS FROZEN/WILL NOT MOVE; CHUCK SEIZED. IT WAS REPORTED IN THE SERVICE ORDER THAT THE DEVICE WAS NOT WORKING ANYMORE PRIOR TO SURGERY. THERE WERE NO REPORTS OF DELAYS TO A SURGICAL PROCEDURE. 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 24817500 ↗MalfunctionMar 26, 2026Mechanical Jam
IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE CHUCK ATTACHMENT DEVICE WAS JAMMED AND WOULD NOT ROTATE. IT WAS NOT REPORTED IF THE DEVICE WAS USED IN SURGERY. THERE WERE NO REPORTS OF SURGICAL DELAY. THERE WERE NO REPORTS OF INJURIES, MEDICAL INTERVENTION OR PROLONGED HOSPITALIZATION. THE EXACT DATE OF THE EVENT WAS UNKNOWN. HOWEVER, IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE EVENT OCCURRED IN 2026. ALL AVAILABLE INFORMATION HAS BEEN DISCLOSED.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 24705923 ↗MalfunctionMar 3, 2026Mechanical Jam
IT WAS REPORTED THAT DURING SERVICE AND EVALUATION, IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE CHUCK ATTACHMENT DEVICE WAS FROZEN/WOULD NOT MOVE. IT WAS NOTED IN THE SERVICE ORDER THAT THE DEVICE HAD AN UNSPECIFIED MALFUNCTION. THERE WERE NO REPORTS OF INJURIES, MEDICAL INTERVENTION OR PROLONGED HOSPITALIZATION. THE EXACT DATE OF THE EVENT WAS UNKNOWN. HOWEVER, IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE EVENT OCCURRED IN 2026. ALL AVAILABLE INFORMATION HAS BEEN DISCLOSED.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 24501074 ↗MalfunctionMar 3, 2026Mechanical Jam; Complete Loss of Power
IT WAS REPORTED THAT DURING SERVICE AND EVALUATION, IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE SMALL BATTERY DRIVE DEVICE WAS FROZEN/WOULD NOT MOVE - CHUCK SEIZED. IT WAS REPORTED IN THE SERVICE ORDER THAT THE DEVICE WAS NOT WORKING PRIOR TO A SURGICAL PROCEDURE. IT WAS UNKNOWN WHEN THE EVENT OCCURRED. THERE WERE NO REPORTS OF DELAYS TO A SURGICAL PROCEDURE. THERE WERE NO REPORTS OF INJURIES, MEDICAL INTERVENTION OR PROLONGED HOSPITALIZATION. THE DATE OF EVENT WAS UNKNOWN BUT WAS KNOWN TO HAVE OCCURRED IN 2026. ALL AVAILABLE INFORMATION HAS BEEN DISCLOSED.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 24496272 ↗MalfunctionFeb 4, 2026Mechanical Jam; Complete Loss of Power
IT WAS REPORTED THAT DURING SERVICE AND EVALUATION, IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE CHUCK WITH KEY DEVICE WAS FROZEN/WILL NOT MOVE CHUCK SEIZED. IT WAS FURTHER DETERMINED THAT THE DEVICE FAILED PRETEST FOR CHECK DRILL CHUCK FUNCTION, CHECK CANNULATION OF THE ATTACHMENT, AND CHECK GENERAL FUNCTION IN RUNNING MODE. IT WAS NOTED THAT THE DRILL CHUCK WAS NOT WORKING. IT WAS NOTED IN THE SERVICE ORDER THAT THE DEVICE WAS NOT WORKING. THIS EVENT DID NOT OCCUR DURING SURGERY. THERE WERE NO REPORTS OF INJURIES, MEDICAL INTERVENTION, OR PROLONGED HOSPITALIZATION. THE EXACT DATE OF THE EVENT WAS NOT REPORTED; HOWEVER, IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE EVENT OCCURRED IN 2026. ALL AVAILABLE INFORMATION HAS BEEN DISCLOSED. IF ADDITIONAL INFORMATION SHOULD BECOME AVAILABLE, A SUPPLEMENTAL MEDWATCH WILL BE SUBMITTED ACCORDINGLY.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 24260887 ↗MalfunctionJan 27, 2026Mechanical Jam; Complete Loss of Power
IT WAS REPORTED THAT DURING SERVICE AND EVALUATION, IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE CHUCK DEVICE CHUCK WAS SEIZED - FROZEN/WOULD NOT MOVE. IT WAS NOTED IN THE SERVICE ORDER THAT THE DEVICE WAS NOT WORKING. THIS EVENT DID NOT OCCUR DURING SURGERY. THERE WAS NO PATIENT INVOLVEMENT. THERE WERE NO REPORTS OF INJURIES, MEDICAL INTERVENTION, OR PROLONGED HOSPITALIZATION. THE EXACT DATE OF THE EVENT WAS UNKNOWN. HOWEVER, IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE EVENT OCCURRED IN 2026. ALL AVAILABLE INFORMATION HAS BEEN DISCLOSED.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 24188200 ↗MalfunctionJan 23, 2026Mechanical Jam; Complete Loss of Power
IT WAS REPORTED THAT DURING SERVICE AND EVALUATION, IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE CHUCK ATTACHMENT DEVICE WAS FROZEN/WILL NOT MOVE - CHUCK SEIZED. IT WAS NOTED IN THE SERVICE ORDER THAT THE DEVICE DID NOT WORK WHILE IN USE WITH A BATTERY POWERED HANDPIECE DEVICE. THERE WERE NO REPORTS OF INJURIES, MEDICAL INTERVENTION OR PROLONGED HOSPITALIZATION. THE EXACT DATE OF THE EVENT WAS UNKNOWN. HOWEVER, IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE EVENT OCCURRED IN 2026. ALL AVAILABLE INFORMATION HAS BEEN DISCLOSED.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 24160172 ↗MalfunctionJan 9, 2026Mechanical Jam; Difficult or Delayed Separation
IT WAS REPORTED THAT DURING SERVICE AND EVALUATION, IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE CHUCK DEVICE WAS FROZEN/WOULD NOT MOVE - CHUCK SEIZED. IT WAS NOTED IN THE SERVICE ORDER THAT THE HANDPIECE WAS NOT WORKING PROPERLY, AND CHUCK WAS NOT GETTING TIGHT WITH THE KEY. THIS EVENT DID NOT OCCUR DURING SURGERY. THERE WERE NO REPORTS OF INJURIES, MEDICAL INTERVENTION OR PROLONGED HOSPITALIZATION. THE EXACT DATE OF THE EVENT WAS UNKNOWN. HOWEVER, IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE EVENT OCCURRED IN 2025. ALL AVAILABLE INFORMATION HAS BEEN DISCLOSED.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 24022485 ↗MalfunctionJan 7, 2026Mechanical Jam; Complete Loss of Power
IT WAS REPORTED THAT DURING SERVICE AND EVALUATION, IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE CHUCK DEVICE WAS FROZEN/WOULD NOT MOVE - CHUCK SEIZED. IT WAS NOTED IN THE SERVICE ORDER THAT THE DEVICE WAS NOT WORKING. THIS EVENT DID NOT OCCUR DURING SURGERY. THERE WERE NO REPORTS OF INJURIES, MEDICAL INTERVENTION OR PROLONGED HOSPITALIZATION. THE EXACT DATE OF THE EVENT WAS UNKNOWN. HOWEVER, IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE EVENT OCCURRED IN 2025. ALL AVAILABLE INFORMATION HAS BEEN DISCLOSED.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 23990332 ↗MalfunctionJan 2, 2026Mechanical Jam
IT WAS REPORTED THAT DURING SERVICE AND EVALUATION, IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE CHUCK DEVICE WAS FROZEN/WOULD NOT MOVE - CHUCK SEIZED. IT WAS NOTED IN THE SERVICE ORDER THAT THE DEVICE HAD AN UNDETERMINED MALFUNCTION. THIS EVENT DID NOT OCCUR DURING SURGERY. THERE WERE NO REPORTS OF INJURIES, MEDICAL INTERVENTION OR PROLONGED HOSPITALIZATION. THE EXACT DATE OF THE EVENT WAS UNKNOWN. HOWEVER, IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE EVENT OCCURRED IN 2025. ALL AVAILABLE INFORMATION HAS BEEN DISCLOSED.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 23946301 ↗MalfunctionDec 26, 2025Mechanical Jam; Appropriate Device Problem Term/Code Not Available; Mechanical Jam; Appropriate Device Problem Term/Code Not Available
IT WAS REPORTED THAT DURING SERVICE AND EVALUATION, IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE CHUCK WITH KEY DEVICE WAS FROZEN/WOULD NOT MOVE AND DID NOT FUNCTION. IT WAS REPORTED IN THE SERVICE ORDER THAT THE DEVICE WAS NOT WORKING. IT WAS UNKNOWN WHEN THE EVENT OCCURRED. THERE WERE NO REPORTS OF DELAYS TO A SURGICAL PROCEDURE. THERE WERE NO REPORTS OF INJURIES, MEDICAL INTERVENTION OR PROLONGED HOSPITALIZATION. THE DATE OF EVENT WAS UNKNOWN BUT WAS KNOWN TO HAVE OCCURRED IN 2025. ALL AVAILABLE INFORMATION HAS BEEN DISCLOSED.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 23898701 ↗MalfunctionDec 17, 2025Mechanical Problem; Complete Loss of Power; Mechanical Problem; Complete Loss of Power
IT WAS REPORTED THAT DURING SERVICE AND EVALUATION, IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE CHUCK DEVICE WAS FROZEN/WOULD NOT MOVE. IT WAS NOTED IN THE SERVICE ORDER THAT THE DEVICE WAS NOT WORKING. THIS EVENT DID NOT OCCUR DURING SURGERY. THERE WAS NO PATIENT INVOLVEMENT. THERE WERE NO REPORTS OF INJURIES, MEDICAL INTERVENTION, OR PROLONGED HOSPITALIZATION. THE EXACT DATE OF THE EVENT WAS UNKNOWN. HOWEVER, IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE EVENT OCCURRED IN 2025. ALL AVAILABLE INFORMATION HAS BEEN DISCLOSED.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 23831171 ↗MalfunctionNov 24, 2025Material Fragmentation; Detachment of Device or Device Component; Material Fragmentation; Detachment of Device or Device Component
IT WAS REPORTED THAT DURING SERVICE AND EVALUATION, IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE CHUCK WITH KEY DEVICE FELL APART-UNATTACHED AND HAD COSMETIC DAMAGE. IT WAS FURTHER DETERMINED THAT THE DEVICE FAILED PRETEST FOR GENERAL CONDITION AND CHECK CANNULATION OF ATTACHMENT. IT WAS NOTED IN THE SERVICE ORDER THAT THE DEVICE WAS BROKEN AND FELL APART INTO TWO PIECES. THIS EVENT DID NOT OCCUR DURING SURGERY. THERE WERE NO REPORTS OF INJURIES, MEDICAL INTERVENTION OR PROLONGED HOSPITALIZATION. THE EXACT DATE OF THE EVENT WAS UNKNOWN. HOWEVER, IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE EVENT OCCURRED IN 2025. ALL AVAILABLE INFORMATION HAS BEEN DISCLOSED.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 23630770 ↗MalfunctionNov 21, 2025Detachment of Device or Device Component; Device-Device Incompatibility; Detachment of Device or Device Component; Device-Device Incompatibility
IT WAS REPORTED THAT AFTER A SURGICAL PROCEDURE, IT WAS OBSERVED THAT THE CHUCK WITH KEY DEVICE WAS DAMAGED DUE TO A PART BECOMING DISLODGED, RENDERING THE QUICK-RELEASE MECHANISM UNUSABLE. THE EVENT DID NOT OCCUR DURING 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 23618304 ↗
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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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