AMSCO 7052HP (REF FH18072)Recalls & reported problems
Corporation Steris Canada · The AMSCO 7052HP Washer-Disinfector with Steam Heat delivers a validated and cleared process for cleaning reusable da Vinci EndoWrist X/Xi, S/Si, and Single-Site instruments and staplers. · Class 2
1 open recall names this device. See the recall details and contact the manufacturer or your healthcare provider.
- Adverse event reports
- 10
- Deaths reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 1
- Recalls naming it
- 1
Summary
The FDA's MAUDE database contains 10 adverse event reports that list this exact device (DI 00724995176570), received between Nov 14, 2023 and Jul 29, 2026 — classified as 1 injury, 9 malfunctions.
The most frequently reported specific device problem is “Use of Device Problem” (4 reports).
1 FDA recall record name this device's identifier, 1 still open.
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.
Reports received per month
Recalls naming this device
- Nov 19, 2025Open, Classified
Wire connected to the electrical box may shift out of its intended position, which may result in electrical arcing. Electrical arcing remains internal within the unit (no risk of shock to users).
Z-0909-2026 · Root cause: Process control · FDA record ↗
Most reported problems
Device problems
- Use of Device Problem4
- Leak/Splash2
- Mechanical Jam2
- Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem1
- Difficult to Advance1
Patient problems
- Pain3
- Appropriate Clinical Signs, Symptoms and Conditions Term/Code Not Available2
- No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions2
- Bone Fracture(s)1
- Damage to Ligament(s)1
- Muscle/Tendon Damage1
Recent adverse event reports
The 10 most recent of 10 reports, in the reporter's own words as published by the FDA.
InjuryJul 29, 2026Use of Device Problem
The user facility reported that an employee injured their hand while loading instrument racks into their AMSCO 7052HP Washer/Disinfector. The employee sought and received medical treatment at the facility's Emergency Room; however, it is unknown what medical treatment was administered.
Patient problems: Appropriate Clinical Signs, Symptoms and Conditions Term/Code Not Available
MAUDE report 50073943 ↗MalfunctionMar 6, 2026Mechanical Jam
THE USER FACILITY REPORTED THAT AN INSTRUMENT RACK BECAME JAMMED IN THE DOOR OF THEIR AMSCO 7052HP WASHER/DISINFECTOR WHILE AN EMPLOYEE WAS LOADING THE UNIT. THE EMPLOYEE ATTEMPTED TO FREE THE RACK MANUALLY AND THE DOOR SUBSEQUENTLY CLOSED AND CONTACTED THE EMPLOYEE'S HAND. THE EMPLOYEE SOUGHT MEDICAL TREATMENT WHICH CONFIRMED THEIR HAND WAS FRACTURED; HOWEVER, IT IS UNKNOWN WHAT TREATMENT MEDICAL TREATMENT MAY HAVE BEEN ADMINISTERED.
Patient problems: Bone Fracture(s)
MAUDE report 24535392 ↗MalfunctionFeb 6, 2026Use of Device Problem
THE USER FACILITY REPORTED THAT AN EMPLOYEE OBTAINED A HAND INJURY AFTER REMOVING AN OBSTRUCTION FROM THE DOORWAY OF THEIR AMSCO 7052 HP WASHER/DISINFECTOR. MEDICAL TREATMENT WAS ADMINISTERED.
Patient problems: Muscle/Tendon Damage
MAUDE report 24278958 ↗MalfunctionDec 19, 2025Use of Device Problem; Use of Device Problem
THE USER FACILITY REPORTED THAT AN EMPLOYEE OBTAINED WRIST INJURY AFTER REMOVING AN OBSTRUCTION FROM THE DOORWAY OF THEIR AMSCO 7052 HP WASHER/DISINFECTOR. THE EMPLOYEE SOUGHT TREATMENT AND RECEIVED X-RAYS.
Patient problems: Pain
MAUDE report 23849396 ↗MalfunctionNov 27, 2024Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem; Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem
THE USER FACILITY REPORTED AN EMPLOYEE "OBTAINED AN INJURY WHILE USING THE LOAD SIDE DOOR" TO THEIR AMSCO 7052HP WASHER/DISINFECTOR. NO DETAILS ON THE NATURE OR EXTENT OF THE ALLEGED INJURY WAS PROVIDED. IT IS UNKNOWN IF MEDICAL TREATMENT WAS SOUGHT OR ADMINISTERED.
Patient problems: Appropriate Clinical Signs, Symptoms and Conditions Term/Code Not Available
MAUDE report 20796754 ↗MalfunctionNov 14, 2024Use of Device Problem; Use of Device Problem
THE USER FACILITY REPORTED THAT WHILE AN EMPLOYEE WAS ATTEMPTING TO LOAD A RACK INTO THEIR AMSCO 7052HP WASHER/DISINFECTOR WHILE THE UNIT WAS ALARMING, THE DOOR LOWERED SUBSEQUENTLY CONTACTING AN EMPLOYEE'S HAND AND CAUSING A BRUISE. MEDICAL TREATMENT WAS SOUGHT AND ADMINISTERED (PATCH).
Patient problems: Pain
MAUDE report 20691317 ↗MalfunctionMay 17, 2024Leak/Splash; Leak/Splash
THE USER FACILITY REPORTED THAT THEIR AMSCO 7052HP WASHER LEAKED WATER IN THE AREA SURROUNDING THE UNIT. NO REPORT OF INJURY OR PROCEDURE DELAY.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 19340665 ↗MalfunctionMar 15, 2024Leak/Splash; Leak/Splash
THE USER FACILITY REPORTED THAT WATER WAS LEAKING FROM THEIR AMSCO 7052HP WASHER ONTO THE FLOOR. NO REPORT OF INJURY.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 18914431 ↗MalfunctionMar 1, 2024Mechanical Jam; Mechanical Jam
THE USER FACILITY REPORTED THAT AN EMPLOYEE INJURED THEIR FINGER WHILE MANUALLY CLEARING A DOOR OBSTRUCTION TO A AMSCO 7052 WASHER. THE USER FACILITY DISCLOSED THAT MEDICAL TREATMENT WAS SOUGHT AND ADMINISTERED TO INJURED EMPLOYEE.
Patient problems: Damage to Ligament(s)
MAUDE report 18818282 ↗MalfunctionNov 14, 2023Difficult to Advance; Difficult to Advance
THE USER FACILITY REPORTED THAT AN EMPLOYEE OBTAINED AN INJURY (SHOULDER MUSCLE STRAIN) WHILE UNLOADING A RACK THAT WAS JAMMED INSIDE THEIR AMSCO 7052HP WASHER/DISINFECTOR. NO MEDICAL TREATMENT WAS SOUGHT OR ADMINISTERED.
Patient problems: Pain
MAUDE report 18133172 ↗
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Sources: FDA GUDID, MAUDE and Medical Device Recalls via openFDA. openFDA data is not validated for clinical or regulatory use.