SpineFrontier, Inc.: Medical Device Recall in 2013 - (Recall #: Z-0274-2014)

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall detail below. You can also see other recalls from the same firm in 2013.

Data Source: FDA.

Product Description:

S-LIFT Extension Shims Extension shims are manufactured from grade 5 titanium and are curved, rectangular slabs which have four protrusions used for ratcheting. They come in straight and pointed varieties, either with or without a tab containing an additional bend. Extension shims are designed to slide down retractor blades, and are optional retractor components utilized during lumbar interbody fusion procedures. They are intended to manipulate tissue and prevent tissue from interfering inside the surgical field.

Product Classification:

Class II

Date Initiated: August 28, 2013

Date Posted: November 20, 2013

Recall Number: Z-0274-2014

Event ID: 65760

Reason for Recall:

Fit variation among all lots of S-LIFT extension shims with corresponding retractor blades. The firm's investigation revealed that extension shims may not fit down all retractor blades.

Status: Terminated

Product Quantity: 67

Code Information:

Part Number/Lot Number: 11-50109 43092R; 11-50109 46415; 11-50109 CT12H013; 11 -50109-1 46415-1; 11-50110 43089; 11-50110 43089R; 11-50110 46416; 11-50110-1 46416-1

Distribution Pattern:

Nationwide Distribution including FL, TX, OK, MO, IL, OH, VA, OR, CO, KS, CT

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated