If you continously face the issue of USB drive not showing up then consider replacing the USB drive if:
  1. It isn’t detected on multiple devices after trying all troubleshooting steps.
  2. It shows frequent errors or disconnects during use.
  3. There’s visible physical damage, such as a bent or broken connector.
  4. It performs poorly, such as slow speeds or corrupted files.
  5. Repairs outweigh the cost of a replacement.