Small Bone Innovations, Inc.: Medical Device Recall in 2014 - (Recall #: Z-1720-2014)

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall detail below. You can also see other recalls from the same firm in 2014.

Data Source: FDA.

Product Description:

SBi RingFix Olive Wires Product Usage: These are temporary devices indicated for: osteosynthesis of fractures with small osteoarticular fragments, fixation of open and closed fractures, arthrodesis, sepsis, limb lengthening, and osteotomy.

Product Classification:

Class II

Date Initiated: April 7, 2014

Date Posted: June 11, 2014

Recall Number: Z-1720-2014

Event ID: 68039

Reason for Recall:

Small Bone Innovations (SBI) is recalling non-sterile RingFIX Olive Wires labeled as item #451-3004 Drill tip 1.8 mm diameter 400mm olive k-wire packaged with item #451-3005 Bayonet tip 1.8mm diameter 400mm olive k-wire inside.

Status: Terminated

Product Quantity: 44

Code Information:

item #451-3004, lot V3R0R.

Distribution Pattern:

US Nationwide Distribution in the states of IN, NC, WA, NH, and CT.

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated