Class II — Potential Health Hazard

Potential health hazard — use of or exposure to this product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences.

The ACUTE Innovations Modular RibLoc System (RibLoc U plus) is Recalled by ACUTE Innovations, LLC Due to The ACUTE Innovations Ribloc U plus Rib Fracture...

Date: October 30, 2013
Company: ACUTE Innovations, LLC
Status: Terminated
Source: FDA (Device)

What You Should Do

Stop using this product immediately. Do not consume, use, or distribute it.

Return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund. If you have questions, contact ACUTE Innovations, LLC directly.

Affected Products

The ACUTE Innovations Modular RibLoc System (RibLoc U plus) is comprised titanium plates and screws that are used to stabilize rib fractures, fusions and osteotomies during the normal bone healing process. The plates are manufactured from titanium and the screws are manufactured from titanium alloy. Surgical instrumentation is supplied with the implants in a surgical tray to facilitate the proper insertion of the plates and screws. The ACUTE Innovations Modular RibLoc System is intended to stabilize and provide fixation for fractures, fusions, and osteotomies of the ribs, and for reconstructions of the chest wall and sternum. Part Numbers: RBL1301- 50 mm Rib Plate; RBL1302- 75 mm Rib Plate; RBL1303- 115 mm Rib Plate; RBL1304- 155 mm Rib Plate; RBL1305- 215 mm Rib Plate;

Quantity: 176 units

Why Was This Recalled?

The ACUTE Innovations Ribloc U plus Rib Fracture Plating System is recalled because it has the potential to malfunction during installation in a surgery.

Where Was This Sold?

US Distribution in states of Arizona, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Utah, and Wisconsin.

About ACUTE Innovations, LLC

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Data sourced from the FDA (Device). Last updated March 26, 2026. View original report