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FDA MAUDE adverse event data · 1992–2026

What the Data Shows About Saw, Powered, And Accessories

The FDA MAUDE database aggregates 9,741 adverse-event reports for Saw, Powered, And Accessories spanning the period from 1992 through 2026. Of these, 3 are classified as death reports, 433 as injury reports, and 9,299 as malfunction reports under FDA adverse-event categorization rules. Report counts do not by themselves indicate a device is unsafe — widely used devices and longer market histories naturally generate larger raw counts, so proportional and comparative reads are more informative than totals alone.

The adverse-event profile breaks down across 5 distinct event types and 9 reported patient-outcome categories, giving a multi-dimensional view that goes beyond a single headline number. A total of 20 distinct product-problem codes appear in the reports, with Overheating of Device topping the list at 4,337 reports. Reports are associated with 10 different manufacturers in the MAUDE record, reflecting both OEMs and repackagers of this device category.

Annual reporting volume is tracked across 31 years of MAUDE data, with the peak single-year volume reaching 1,719 reports — trend shape often reflects changes in device adoption, reporting rules, or FDA enforcement focus rather than underlying device behavior alone. Events are documented across 9 reported care-setting categories (hospital, home, ambulatory surgery center, etc.). All figures reflect the openFDA MAUDE snapshot last refreshed on . This page is informational and is not medical advice — discuss device-safety questions with your healthcare provider.

9,741
Total Reports
3
Death Reports
433
Injury Reports
9,299
Malfunctions

Event Types

Malfunction 9,299 (95.5%)
Injury 433 (4.4%)
5 (0.1%)
Death 3 (0.0%)
Other 1 (0.0%)

Patient Outcomes

9,194 (94.2%)
Required Intervention 282 (2.9%)
Other 228 (2.3%)
R 20 (0.2%)
O 18 (0.2%)
Hospitalization 8 (0.1%)
Death 2 (0.0%)
Disability 2 (0.0%)
Life Threatening 1 (0.0%)

Top Product Problems

Overheating of Device 4,337
Mechanical Jam 1,927
Mechanical Problem 541
Temperature Problem 376
Protective Measures Problem 363
Noise, Audible 297
Break 232
Insufficient Information 224
Electrical Shorting 196
Flaked 193
Material Fragmentation 148
Metal Shedding Debris 131
Device Operates Differently Than Expected 125
Device Inoperable 96
Electrical /Electronic Property Problem 91
Physical Resistance/Sticking 88
No Apparent Adverse Event 70
Self-Activation or Keying 64
Communication or Transmission Problem 60
Device Displays Incorrect Message 60

Yearly Trend

92
1992: 1
96
1996: 1
97
1997: 7
98
1998: 3
99
1999: 1
00
2000: 3
01
2001: 2
02
2002: 7
03
2003: 1
04
2004: 3
06
2006: 4
07
2007: 1
08
2008: 2
09
2009: 4
10
2010: 28
11
2011: 76
12
2012: 117
13
2013: 181
14
2014: 133
15
2015: 485
16
2016: 358
17
2017: 1,363
18
2018: 681
19
2019: 676
20
2020: 1,462
21
2021: 1,719
22
2022: 387
23
2023: 734
24
2024: 746
25
2025: 480
26
2026: 75

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Event Locations

I 6,232 (64.0%)
3,097 (31.8%)
NO INFORMATION 196 (2.0%)
HOSPITAL 183 (1.9%)
AMBULATORY SURGICAL FACILITY 22 (0.2%)
OTHER 8 (0.1%)
INVALID DATA 1 (0.0%)
NURSING HOME 1 (0.0%)
OUTPATIENT TREATMENT FACILITY 1 (0.0%)

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Data Source

FDA Manufacturer and User Facility Device Experience (MAUDE) database via the openFDA API. Reports are submitted by manufacturers, healthcare facilities, and patients. Report counts do not indicate a device is unsafe — higher-use devices naturally generate more reports.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the FDA MAUDE database. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.