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MalfunctionEKX

VDW.GOLD RECIPROC

Received Jul 27, 2026

Report 9611053-2026-01186 · MDR key 50000749

Device

Generic name

Handpiece, Direct Drive, Ac-powered

Manufacturer

Vdw Gmbh

Catalog number

V991173000000

Product problems

  • Use of Device Problem

Patient

Unknown

  • Insufficient Information

Narrative

Description of Event or Problem

It was reported that a VDW. Gold Reciprocal motor suddenly stopped during treatment. The patient outcome is unknown as of this report.

Additional Manufacturer Narrative

There has been a previous report received where this malfunction resulted in a serious injury. Therefore, it must be presumed that recurrence of this malfunction could possibly cause or contribute to a serious injury or require medical or surgical intervention to preclude such. As such, this event is reportable per 21CFR Part 803.The device is available for evaluation, though has not been returned as of this report. Evaluation results will be submitted as they become available.