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AMSCO 7052HP (REF FH18043)Recalls & reported problems

Corporation Steris Canada · The AMSCO 7052HP Washer-Disinfector with Electric 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
9
Deaths reported
0
Injuries reported
1
Recalls naming it
1

Summary

The FDA's MAUDE database contains 9 adverse event reports that list this exact device (DI 00724995176594), received between Jul 26, 2023 and Sep 30, 2026 — classified as 1 injury, 8 malfunctions.

The most frequently reported specific device problem is “Leak/Splash” (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

Nov 2023: 0 reportsDec 2023: 0 reportsJan 2024: 0 reportsFeb 2024: 0 reportsMar 2024: 1 reportsApr 2024: 0 reportsMay 2024: 0 reportsJun 2024: 0 reportsJul 2024: 0 reportsAug 2024: 0 reportsSep 2024: 0 reportsOct 2024: 2 reportsNov 2024: 0 reportsDec 2024: 0 reportsJan 2025: 0 reportsFeb 2025: 0 reportsMar 2025: 0 reportsApr 2025: 1 reportsMay 2025: 0 reportsJun 2025: 0 reportsJul 2025: 0 reportsAug 2025: 0 reportsSep 2025: 0 reportsOct 2025: 0 reportsNov 2025: 0 reportsDec 2025: 0 reportsJan 2026: 0 reportsFeb 2026: 0 reportsMar 2026: 1 reportsApr 2026: 0 reportsMay 2026: 0 reportsJun 2026: 0 reportsJul 2026: 0 reportsAug 2026: 1 reportsSep 2026: 1 reportsOct 2026: 0 reports2024202520262
Last 36 months. The most recent month may be incomplete.

Recalls naming this device

  1. 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

  • Leak/Splash4
  • Complete Loss of Power1
  • Device Alarm System1
  • Mechanical Problem1
  • Sharp Edges1
  • Use of Device Problem1

Patient problems

  • No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions7
  • Abrasion1
  • Bruise/Contusion1
  • Laceration(s)1

Recent adverse event reports

The 9 most recent of 9 reports, in the reporter's own words as published by the FDA.

  • MalfunctionSep 30, 2026Leak/Splash

    The user facility reported that their AMSCO 7052 HP Washer/Disinfector was leaking water.

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 50946843 ↗
  • InjuryAug 13, 2026Mechanical Problem

    Patient problems: Abrasion; Bruise/Contusion

    MAUDE report 50239193 ↗
  • MalfunctionMar 26, 2026Use of Device Problem

    WHILE ONSITE AT THE USER FACILITY, A STERIS INSTALLATION SPECIALIST OBSERVED THAT USER FACILITY PERSONNEL WERE USING A DETERGENT DURING CYCLES WHICH DID NOT ALIGN WITH THE DETERGENT PARAMETERS SET ON THEIR AMSCO 7052 HP WASHER/DISINFECTOR. IT IS UNKNOWN HOW MANY INSTRUMENTS WERE PROCESSED WITH THIS DETERGENT. NO REPORT OF INJURY.

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 24697986 ↗
  • MalfunctionApr 30, 2025Leak/Splash; Leak/Splash

    THE USER FACILITY REPORTED THAT WATER WAS LEAKING FROM THEIR AMSCO 7052HP WASHER-DISINFECTOR ONTO THE FLOOR. NO REPORT OF INJURY.

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 21936629 ↗
  • MalfunctionOct 17, 2024Device Alarm System; Device Alarm System

    THE USER FACILITY REPORTED THE RINSE RESERVOIR OVERTEMPERATURE ALARM TO THEIR AMSCO 7052HP WASHER-DISINFECTOR WAS "TRIPPED" AND NOT WORKING PROPERLY. THE UNIT WAS REMOVED FROM SERVICE TO AWAIT ONSITE INSPECTION; SUBSEQUENTLY ATTRIBUTING TO A PROCEDURE DELAY. NO REPORT OF INJURY.

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 20475835 ↗
  • MalfunctionOct 7, 2024Sharp Edges; Sharp Edges

    THE USER FACILITY REPORTED THAT AN EMPLOYEE RECEIVED A CUT TO THEIR HAND WHILE CLEANING THE DOOR GASKET OF THEIR AMSCO 7052HP WASHER/DISINFECTOR. THE EMPLOYEE SOUGHT AND RECEIVED MEDICAL TREATMENT (STITCHES).

    Patient problems: Laceration(s)

    MAUDE report 20382795 ↗
  • MalfunctionMar 28, 2024Leak/Splash; Leak/Splash

    THE USER FACILITY REPORTED A WATER LEAK FROM A AMSCO 7052 HP WASHER. THERE WAS NO REPORT OF INJURY.

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 18993055 ↗
  • MalfunctionAug 9, 2023Leak/Splash; Leak/Splash

    THE USER FACILITY REPORTED THAT THEY FOUND WATER UNDER THEIR AMSCO 7052HP WASHER/DISINFECTOR AND THE WATER WAS LEAKING ONTO THE FLOOR BELOW. NO REPORT OF INJURY.

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 17488075 ↗
  • MalfunctionJul 26, 2023Complete Loss of Power; Complete Loss of Power

    THE USER FACILITY REPORTED THAT THE POWER SUPPLY OF THEIR AMSCO 7052HP WASHER/DISINFECTOR STOPPED WORKING RESULTING IN PROCEDURE CANCELLATIONS. NO REPORT OF INJURY.

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 17396621 ↗

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Sources: FDA GUDID, MAUDE and Medical Device Recalls via openFDA. openFDA data is not validated for clinical or regulatory use.