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VOLT 02.527.320Recalls & reported problems

Synthes GmbH · 2.7MM VOLT(TM) LOCKING SCREW 20MM T8 · Class 2 · Implant

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Data updated Oct 16, 2026 from official FDA records · Editorial policy

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 10886982333391), received between Jun 1, 2026 and Sep 15, 2026 — classified as 2 malfunctions.

The most frequently reported specific device problem is “Device-Device Incompatibility” (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 16, 2026.

Reports received per month

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Last 36 months. The most recent month may be incomplete.

Most reported problems

Device problems

  • Device-Device Incompatibility2

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.

  • MalfunctionSep 15, 2026Device-Device Incompatibility

    It was reported that the 2.4/2.7 2C VDR PLATE 6H HD/3H/RT/NRW/53 and VOLT Lock Scr ø2.7 T8 L20 SSt were involved in an intra-operative event during fixation of a distal radius fracture using the VOLT wrist system. A 2.7 mm x 20 mm locking screw was manually inserted but did not lock despite multiple attempts. The plate was removed, another plate was selected, and the procedure was completed. No patient harm or significant delay was reported. The plate was identified as available for return, and the screw was discarded. The implant was removed during the procedure and replaced with another plate.

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 50774619 ↗
  • MalfunctionJun 1, 2026Device-Device Incompatibility

    IT WAS REPORTED MULTIPLE SCREWS WOULD NOT LOCK INTO THE PLATE. DIFFERENT LOCKING GUIDES AND TRAJECTORIES OF THE DRILL WAS TRIED. THEY ALSO TRIED A NEW PLATE. THE PROCEDURE WAS COMPLETED SUCCESSFULLY WITH A FORTY-FIVE MINUTE DELAY, BUT IT WAS NOTED THE FIXATION WAS SUBOPTIMAL, BUT NOT OTHER MEDICAL INTERVENTION WAS NEEDED.

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 25350524 ↗

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