InstinctRecalls & reported problems across all models
Zimmer Spine · 2 models in the FDA device registry
Data updated Oct 16, 2026 from official FDA records · Editorial policy
- Adverse event reports
- 52
- Deaths reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 1
- Recalls
- 0
We found 2 models of Instinct by Zimmer Spine in the FDA's device registry (GUDID). Together they are named in 52 adverse event reports in the FDA's MAUDE database, received between Jul 7, 2020 and Sep 30, 2022 — classified as 1 injury, 51 malfunctions.
The most frequently reported specific device problem is “Material Deformation” (49 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. Widely used products collect more reports, so totals can't be used to compare products or estimate failure rates. Only reports that name a model's exact device identifier are counted. What reports can and can't tell you · How this data works
Most reported Instinct problems
Device problems
- Material Deformation49
- Fracture3
- Naturally Worn2
Patient problems
- No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions25
- No Consequences Or Impact To Patient18
- No Known Impact Or Consequence To Patient8
- Pain1
Instinct models
2 models, most reported first. Each model has its own page with its reports, recalls and device details.
- Instinct™ 046W0AN00002Orthosis, spinal pedicle fixation, for degenerative disc disease51 reports
- Instinct™ 046W0AN50400Orthosis, spinal pedicle fixation, for degenerative disc disease1 report
Recent Instinct adverse event reports
The 15 most recent reports across all models, in the reporter's own words as published by the FDA.
InjurySep 30, 2022Fracture; Fracture
THE PATIENT PRESENTED WITH PAIN AND ROD AND SCREW BREAKAGE SO A REVISION SURGERY IS PLANNED TO REPLACE THE ROD AND ADDITIONAL SCREWS. THE SPECIFIC IDENTITY OF THE IMPLANTS THAT BROKE WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE UNTIL AFTER THE REVISION. THIS IS REPORT ONE OF TWO FOR THIS EVENT.
Patient problems: Pain
MAUDE report 15513974 ↗MalfunctionNov 17, 2021Material Deformation; Material Deformation
IT WAS REPORTED THAT SIX BLOCKERS STRIPPED DURING FINAL TIGHTENING INTRA-OPERATIVELY. THEY WERE REMOVED AND REPLACED TO COMPLETE THE PROCEDURE WITHOUT PATIENT IMPACTS. THIS IS REPORT SIX OF SIX FOR THIS EVENT.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 12831821 ↗MalfunctionNov 17, 2021Material Deformation; Material Deformation
IT WAS REPORTED THAT SIX BLOCKERS STRIPPED DURING FINAL TIGHTENING INTRA-OPERATIVELY. THEY WERE REMOVED AND REPLACED TO COMPLETE THE PROCEDURE WITHOUT PATIENT IMPACTS. THIS IS REPORT FIVE OF SIX FOR THIS EVENT.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 12831808 ↗MalfunctionNov 17, 2021Material Deformation; Material Deformation
IT WAS REPORTED THAT SIX BLOCKERS STRIPPED DURING FINAL TIGHTENING INTRA-OPERATIVELY. THEY WERE REMOVED AND REPLACED TO COMPLETE THE PROCEDURE WITHOUT PATIENT IMPACTS.THIS IS REPORT TWO OF SIX FOR THIS EVENT.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 12831721 ↗MalfunctionNov 17, 2021Material Deformation; Material Deformation
IT WAS REPORTED THAT SIX BLOCKERS STRIPPED DURING FINAL TIGHTENING INTRA-OPERATIVELY. THEY WERE REMOVED AND REPLACED TO COMPLETE THE PROCEDURE WITHOUT PATIENT IMPACTS. THIS IS REPORT THREE OF SIX FOR THIS EVENT.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 12831720 ↗MalfunctionNov 17, 2021Material Deformation; Material Deformation
IT WAS REPORTED THAT SIX BLOCKERS STRIPPED DURING FINAL TIGHTENING INTRA-OPERATIVELY. THEY WERE REMOVED AND REPLACED TO COMPLETE THE PROCEDURE WITHOUT PATIENT IMPACTS. THIS IS REPORT ONE OF SIX FOR THIS EVENT.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 12831708 ↗MalfunctionNov 17, 2021Material Deformation; Material Deformation
IT WAS REPORTED THAT SIX BLOCKERS STRIPPED DURING FINAL TIGHTENING INTRA-OPERATIVELY. THEY WERE REMOVED AND REPLACED TO COMPLETE THE PROCEDURE WITHOUT PATIENT IMPACTS. THIS IS REPORT FOUR OF SIX FOR THIS EVENT.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 12831701 ↗MalfunctionNov 17, 2021Material Deformation; Material Deformation
IT WAS REPORTED THAT FIVE BLOCKERS WERE STRIPPED DURING SURGERY DURING FINAL TIGHTENING. THE SURGEON HAD TROUBLE LOCKING THEM, SO REMOVED THEM AN FOUND THE DAMAGE. THIS IS REPORT FIVE OF FIVE FOR THIS EVENT.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 12830895 ↗MalfunctionNov 17, 2021Material Deformation; Material Deformation
IT WAS REPORTED THAT FIVE BLOCKERS WERE STRIPPED DURING SURGERY DURING FINAL TIGHTENING. THE SURGEON HAD TROUBLE LOCKING THEM, SO REMOVED THEM AN FOUND THE DAMAGE. THIS IS REPORT FOUR OF FIVE FOR THIS EVENT.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 12830878 ↗MalfunctionNov 17, 2021Material Deformation; Material Deformation
IT WAS REPORTED THAT FIVE BLOCKERS WERE STRIPPED DURING SURGERY DURING FINAL TIGHTENING. THE SURGEON HAD TROUBLE LOCKING THEM, SO REMOVED THEM AN FOUND THE DAMAGE. THIS IS REPORT THREE OF FIVE FOR THIS EVENT.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 12830858 ↗MalfunctionNov 17, 2021Material Deformation; Material Deformation
IT WAS REPORTED THAT FIVE BLOCKERS WERE STRIPPED DURING SURGERY DURING FINAL TIGHTENING. THE SURGEON HAD TROUBLE LOCKING THEM, SO REMOVED THEM AN FOUND THE DAMAGE. THIS IS REPORT TWO OF FIVE FOR THIS EVENT.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 12830857 ↗MalfunctionNov 17, 2021Material Deformation; Material Deformation
IT WAS REPORTED THAT FIVE BLOCKERS WERE STRIPPED DURING SURGERY DURING FINAL TIGHTENING. THE SURGEON HAD TROUBLE LOCKING THEM, SO REMOVED THEM AN FOUND THE DAMAGE. THIS IS REPORT ONE OF FIVE FOR THIS EVENT.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 12830843 ↗MalfunctionMay 18, 2021Material Deformation; Material Deformation
IT WAS REPORTED THAT TWO BLOCKERS AND ONE SCREW BROKE WHILE FINAL TIGHTENING. WHEN THE FIRST BLOCKER BROKE A SECOND BLOCKER WAS USED. THIS TIME BOTH THE BLOCKER AND THE SCREW BROKE. BOTH THE BLOCKER AND THE SCREW WERE REMOVED AND NEW DEVICES WERE INSERTED. THERE WAS NO REPORTED DELAY OF SURGERY OR IMPACT ON THE PATIENT. THIS IS REPORT TWO OF THREE FOR THIS EVENT.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 11841697 ↗MalfunctionMay 18, 2021Material Deformation; Material Deformation
IT WAS REPORTED THAT TWO BLOCKERS AND ONE SCREW BROKE WHILE FINAL TIGHTENING. WHEN THE FIRST BLOCKER BROKE A SECOND BLOCKER WAS USED. THIS TIME BOTH THE BLOCKER AND THE SCREW BROKE. BOTH THE BLOCKER AND THE SCREW WERE REMOVED AND NEW DEVICES WERE INSERTED. THERE WAS NO REPORTED DELAY OF SURGERY OR IMPACT ON THE PATIENT.THIS IS REPORT ONE OF THREE FOR THIS EVENT.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 11841579 ↗MalfunctionApr 5, 2021Material Deformation; Material Deformation
IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE THREADS OF 12 PLUGS STRIPPED DURING AN OPERATION. THE PLUGS WERE REPLACED WITH NEW PLUGS. THERE WAS NO REPORTED IMPACT TO THE PATIENT. THIS IS REPORT TWELVE OF TWELVE FOR THIS EVENT.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 11616473 ↗
Other Zimmer Spine products
All Zimmer Spine devices →Sources and updates
- Models: FDA GUDID, file dated Oct 13, 2026. Models are grouped by the brand name the manufacturer registered.
- Adverse event reports: FDA MAUDE, file dated Oct 14, 2026
- Recalls: FDA Medical Device Recalls, file dated Oct 16, 2026
- Page last rebuilt: Oct 16, 2026. Data downloaded through openFDA, which notes it is not validated for clinical or regulatory use.
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