AMSCO 20CRecalls & reported problems

Summary

The FDA's MAUDE database contains 2 adverse event reports that list this exact device (DI 00724995151935), received between Apr 21, 2022 and Sep 29, 2022 — classified as 2 malfunctions.

The most frequently reported specific device problem is “Leak/Splash” (2 reports).

3 other recalls cover devices cleared under the same FDA submission (K111223, K212424); they may or may not involve this specific model.

Reports come from manufacturers, hospitals and patients and are not verified by the FDA. A report does not prove the device caused the event, and counts can't be used to compare devices or estimate failure rates. How this data works · Data updated Oct 13, 2026.

Most reported problems

Recent adverse event reports

The 2 most recent of 2 reports, in the reporter's own words as published by the FDA.

• MalfunctionSep 29, 2022Leak/Splash; Leak/Splash

  THE USER FACILITY REPORTED THAT THEIR AMSCO C STERILIZER WAS LEAKING STEAM. NO REPORT OF INJURY.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 15508894 ↗
• MalfunctionApr 21, 2022Leak/Splash; Leak/Splash

  THE USER FACILITY REPORTED WATER AND STEAM WAS LEAKING FROM THEIR AMSCO C STERILIZER. NO REPORT OF INJURY.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 14168765 ↗

Recalls under the same FDA submission

These recalls involve devices cleared under K111223, K212424. One submission often covers many models, so check the product and lot details in each record.

• Z-0210-2016 · Sep 3, 2015 · Terminated
  AMSCO 400 and AMSCO C Small Steam Sterilizers
• Z-1561-2015 · Feb 19, 2015 · Terminated
  AMSCO C and AMSCO 400 Steam Sterilizers, STERIS Corporation. AMSCO C Small Sterilizer, AMSCO 400 Small Sterilizer, AMSCO 400 Medium Sterilizer. Designed for sterilization of heat
• Z-0915-2013 · Feb 12, 2013 · Terminated
  AMSCO C and AMSCO 400 Steam Sterilizers designed for sterilization of heat and moisture-stable materials used in healthcare facilities.