MAUDE Adverse Event Report: ZIMMER BIOMET, INC. RNGLC+ QK CONNECT ACET FLX DRL; PROSTHESIS, HIP

Catalog Number	110010733
Medical Device Problem Code	Fracture (1260)
Health Effect - Clinical Code	No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Date of Event	01/12/2026
Type of Reportable Event	Malfunction
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that the surgeon was using a flexible drill bit and the metal bit attachment broke off.No patient harm or impact reported.Due diligence is complete as multiple attempts were made; however, no further information is available.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
(b)(4).The reported product has been received at zimmer biomet for investigation.Once the investigation has been completed, a supplemental mdr will be submitted.
Event or Problem Description
No additional information available for the reported event.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
This follow-up report is being submitted to relay additional information.The following sections were updated: d2b; d4; g3; h2; h4.The investigation for the reported device is in process.Once the investigation has been completed, a supplemental mdr will be submitted.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
This follow-up report is being submitted to relay additional information.The following sections were updated: g3; h2; h3; h6.Visual examination of the returned product identified the junction end and black silicone sleeve show wear and damage from previous uses.Distal junction end has fractured off and was returned with the flex driver.Flex shaft is deformed under the black sleeve.No other damage was noted.Dimensional analysis of the product determined that the product, where measured, was conforming to print specifications.Device has an approximate field age of 3.5 years.Review of the device history record identified no deviations or anomalies during manufacturing.A definitive root cause cannot be determined.If any further information is found which would change or alter any conclusions or information, a supplemental will be filed accordingly.Zimmer biomet will continue to monitor trends.
Event or Problem Description
No additional information available for the reported event.

• Brand Name: RNGLC+ QK CONNECT ACET FLX DRL
• Common Device Name: PROSTHESIS, HIP
• Manufacturer (Section D): ZIMMER BIOMET, INC.; 56 e. bell drive; p.o. box 587; warsaw IN 46581
• Manufacturer (Section G): ZIMMER BIOMET, INC.; 56 e. bell drive; p.o. box 587; warsaw IN 46581
• Manufacturer Contact: jennifer rapsavage ; 56 e. bell dr.; warsaw, IN 46582 ; 5745260384
• MDR Report Key: 24257375
• Report Number: 0001825034-2026-00285
• Device Sequence Number: 18220089
• Product Code: HTW
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00887868466014
• UDI-Public: (01)00887868466014(11)220628(10)216313
• Combination Product (Y/N): N
• Initial Reporter State: ID
• Initial Reporter Country: US
• PMA/510(K) Number: EXEMPT
• Number of Events Summarized: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Serviced by Third Party (Y/N): Unknown
• Reporter Type: Manufacturer
• Report Source: Health Professional,Distributor
• Initial Reporter Occupation: Physician
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup,Followup
• Report Date (Section B): 06/01/2026

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: No
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Operator of Device: Health Professional
• Device Catalogue Number: 110010733
• Device Lot Number: 216313
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Device Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Returned to Manufacturer: 01/15/2026
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: Yes
• Was the Report Sent to FDA?: No
• Type of Report(Section G): Thirty-Day
• Initial Date Received by Manufacturer: 01/12/2026
• Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer: 04/30/2026; 06/01/2026
• Initial Report FDA Received Date: 02/04/2026
• Supplement Report FDA Received Date: 05/01/2026; 06/03/2026
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer? (Y/N): Yes
• Date Device Manufactured: 06/28/2022
• Is the Device Labeled for Single Use? (Y/N): No
• Is This a Single-Use Device that was Reprocessed and Reused on a Patient? (Y/N): No
• Usage of Device: Reuse
• If action reported to FDA under 21 USC 360i(g), list FDA-assigned Recall Number or include a statement: N/A
• Patient Sequence Number: 1
• Patient Sex: Unknown