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Zimmer ROSA Recon: force sensor error and unintended robotic-arm drift during a knee case (FDA MAUDE)

An FDA MAUDE malfunction report describes a Zimmer ROSA Recon force-sensor error with the robotic arm drifting unintentionally during a knee case; a faulty DAQ card and cable were replaced. Source: FDA MAUDE MDR key 24998727, openFDA device event / accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfMAUDE.

Occurred 2026-04-01 · Zimmer Biomet · Investigated by FDA

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  1. https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfmaude/search.cfm
  2. https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfmaude/detail.cfm?mdrfoi__id=24998727&pc=OLO

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What happened in Zimmer ROSA Recon: force sensor error and unintended robotic-arm drift during a knee case (FDA MAUDE)?
An FDA MAUDE malfunction report describes a Zimmer ROSA Recon force-sensor error with the robotic arm drifting unintentionally during a knee case; a faulty DAQ card and cable were replaced. Source: FDA MAUDE MDR key 24998727, openFDA device event / accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfMAUDE.
When did this incident occur?
The incident is recorded as occurring on April 1, 2026 on the DEPLOY registry. The date reflects the underlying real-world event, not the registry record's creation date.
Who was involved in Zimmer ROSA Recon: force sensor error and unintended robotic-arm drift during a knee case (FDA MAUDE)?
The incident is recorded as involving Zimmer Biomet on the DEPLOY registry. No specific robot model is linked to this incident in the registry.
Has anyone responded to Zimmer ROSA Recon: force sensor error and unintended robotic-arm drift during a knee case (FDA MAUDE)?
No responses to this incident are recorded on the DEPLOY registry. Operators, manufacturers, or affected parties can submit responses to the editorial team; absence is not a guarantee no response was issued.
What is the current status of Zimmer ROSA Recon: force sensor error and unintended robotic-arm drift during a knee case (FDA MAUDE)?
This incident is an active record on the DEPLOY registry; no retraction or correction has been issued.
Methodology: Verified · 2 sources (2 primary) · last reviewed 2026-08-09

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Last reviewed 2026-08-09

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