Class II — Potential Health Hazard

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

S-LIFT Extension Shims Extension shims are manufactured from grade 5 Recalled by SpineFrontier, Inc. Due to Fit variation among all lots of S-LIFT extension...

Date: August 28, 2013
Company: SpineFrontier, Inc.
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 SpineFrontier, Inc. directly.

Affected Products

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.

Quantity: 67

Why Was This Recalled?

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.

Where Was This Sold?

This product was distributed nationwide across all 50 states.

Affected (51 states)Not affected

About SpineFrontier, Inc.

SpineFrontier, Inc. has 33 total recalls tracked by RecallDetector.

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