AMSCO 5052 (REF FH14043)Recalls & reported problems
Corporation Steris Canada · The AMSCO 5052 Single-Chamber Washer-Disinfector, double-door, electric unit is designed for use in the cleaning and intermediate-level disinfection of soiled reusable utensils, trays, bedpans and urinals. It can also be used for rubber and plastic goods, simple hard-surfaced rigid surgical instruments (such as forceps and clamps) and other similar and related articles found in healthcare facilities. · Class 2
- Adverse event reports
- 5
- Deaths reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Recalls naming it
- 0
Summary
The FDA's MAUDE database contains 5 adverse event reports that list this exact device (DI 00724995192969), received between May 26, 2022 and Jul 9, 2026 — classified as 5 malfunctions.
The most frequently reported specific device problem is “Device Fell” (1 report).
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
Most reported problems
Device problems
- Device Fell1
- Difficult to Open or Close1
- Improper or Incorrect Procedure or Method1
- Insufficient Device Problem Information1
- Mechanical Jam1
- Sharp Edges1
Patient problems
- Laceration(s)3
- Bone Fracture(s)1
- Bruise/Contusion1
Recent adverse event reports
The 5 most recent of 5 reports, in the reporter's own words as published by the FDA.
MalfunctionJul 9, 2026Improper or Incorrect Procedure or Method
Patient problems: Laceration(s)
MAUDE report 25771011 ↗MalfunctionFeb 27, 2026Sharp Edges
THE USER FACILITY REPORTED THAT AN EMPLOYEE OBTAINED A CUT ON THEIR FINGER FROM A SHARP EDGE ON THEIR AMSCO 5052 SINGLE-CHAMBER WASHER/DISINFECTOR. MEDICAL TREATMENT WAS SOUGHT AND ADMINISTERED (MEDICAL GRADE GLUE).
Patient problems: Laceration(s)
MAUDE report 24475470 ↗MalfunctionJan 31, 2025Difficult to Open or Close; Difficult to Open or Close
THE USER FACILITY REPORTED THAT AN EMPLOYEE WAS ATTEMPTING TO CLEAR AN OBSTRUCTED RACK FROM THE DOOR OF THEIR AMSCO 5052 WASHER/DISINFECTOR, WHEN THE DOOR CAME DOWN AND CONTACTED AN EMPLOYEE'S HAND. THE EMPLOYEE RECEIVED STITCHES AS A RESULT.
Patient problems: Laceration(s)
MAUDE report 21285343 ↗MalfunctionOct 29, 2024Device Fell; Device Fell
THE USER FACILITY REPORTED THAT AN EMPLOYEE EXPERIENCED A BRUISE ON HER ARMS AND A CONCUSSION AFTER THE PANEL OF THEIR AMSCO 5052 SINGLE-CHAMBER WASHER-DISINFECTOR FELL. THE EMPLOYEE WAS GIVEN ZOFRAN.
Patient problems: Bruise/Contusion
MAUDE report 20556337 ↗MalfunctionMay 26, 2022Mechanical Jam; Insufficient Device Problem Information; Mechanical Jam; Insufficient Device Problem Information
THE USER FACILITY REPORTED THAT AN EMPLOYEE OBTAINED AN INJURY TO THEIR HAND WHILE OPERATING THEIR AMSCO 5052 WASHER. MEDICAL TREATMENT WAS SOUGHT AND ADMINISTERED.
Patient problems: Bone Fracture(s)
MAUDE report 14518830 ↗
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Sources: FDA GUDID, MAUDE and Medical Device Recalls via openFDA. openFDA data is not validated for clinical or regulatory use.