Reliance VisionRecalls & reported problems across all models

We found 8 models of Reliance Vision by Corporation Steris Canada in the FDA's device registry (GUDID). Together they are named in 19 adverse event reports in the FDA's MAUDE database, received between Sep 22, 2022 and Jul 16, 2026 — classified as 19 malfunctions.

The most frequently reported specific device problem is “Use of Device Problem” (6 reports).

1 FDA recall record name at least one of these models by its device 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. Widely used products collect more reports, so totals can't be used to compare products or estimate failure rates. Only reports that name a model's exact device identifier are counted. What reports can and can't tell you · How this data works

Reliance Vision recalls

FDA recall records that name at least one of these models by its device identifier, newest first. Each recall usually covers specific models or lots, so check the details.

1. Apr 10, 2023Open, Classified

   In the remote occurrence in which the electrical contactor component present in the drying chambers of the Reliance Vision Multi-Chamber Washer/Disinfector malfunctions, the heating elements in the drying chamber could overheat, eventually resulting in smoke and/or fire.

   Z-1595-2023 · Root cause: Nonconforming Material/Component · Recall details · FDA record ↗

Most reported Reliance Vision problems

Reliance Vision models

8 models, most reported first. Each model has its own page with its reports, recalls and device details.

• Reliance Vision Multi-Chamber

  Disinfector, medical devices
  1 recall0 reports
• Reliance Vision Single Chamber

  Disinfector, medical devices
  5 reports
• Reliance Vision Single Chamber

  Disinfector, medical devices
  5 reports
• Reliance Vision Multi-Chamber

  Disinfector, medical devices
  4 reports
• Reliance Vision Single Chamber

  Disinfector, medical devices
  2 reports
• Reliance Vision Single Chamber

  Disinfector, medical devices
  1 report
• Reliance Vision Multi-Chamber

  Disinfector, medical devices
  1 report
• Reliance Vision Multi-Chamber

  Disinfector, medical devices
  1 report

Recent Reliance Vision adverse event reports

The 15 most recent reports across all models, in the reporter's own words as published by the FDA.

• MalfunctionJul 16, 2026Use of Device Problem

  Patient problems: Bruise/Contusion

  MAUDE report 25844858 ↗
• MalfunctionApr 17, 2026Improper or Incorrect Procedure or Method

  THE USER FACILITY REPORTED THAT AN EMPLOYEE OBTAINED AN INJURY (BROKEN FINGER) WHEN THE DOOR TO THEIR RELIANCE VISION SINGLE-CHAMBER WASHER/DISINFECTOR CONTACTED THEIR HAND. THE EMPLOYEE SOUGHT AND RECEIVED MEDICAL TREATMENT AT THE FACILITY'S EMERGENCY ROOM.

  Patient problems: Bone Fracture(s)

  MAUDE report 24913264 ↗
• 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 RELIANCE VISION SINGLE-CHAMBER 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 24698021 ↗
• MalfunctionFeb 27, 2026Insufficient Device Problem Information

  THE USER FACILITY REPORTED VIA (B)(4), (B)(6) 2026 THAT THEIR RELIANCE VISION MULTI-CHAMBER WASHER/DISINFECTOR IS RECEIVING AN "PV CHEMICAL OUT OF RANGE" ALARM. NO REPORT OF INJURY.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 24470230 ↗
• MalfunctionAug 28, 2025Mechanical Problem; Mechanical Problem

  THE USER FACILITY REPORTED THAT AN EMPLOYEE WAS HANDLING A RACK TO THEIR RELIANCE VISION MULTI-CHAMBER WASHER/DISINFECTOR AND OBTAINED AN INJURY TO THEIR FINGER. THE EMPLOYEE SOUGHT AND RECEIVED MEDICAL TREATMENT (X-RAY).

  Patient problems: Pain

  MAUDE report 22912611 ↗
• MalfunctionJul 18, 2025Unintended Movement; Insufficient Device Problem Information; Unintended Movement; Insufficient Device Problem Information

  THE USER FACILITY REPORTED AN EMPLOYEE WAS INJURED WHILE USING THEIR RELIANCE VISION-SINGLE CHAMBER WASHER/DISINFECTOR. NO FURTHER DETAILS HAVE BEEN PROVIDED AT THIS TIME

  Patient problems: Bruise/Contusion; Insufficient Information

  MAUDE report 22540616 ↗
• MalfunctionMar 30, 2025Application Program Problem; Application Program Problem

  THE USER FACILITY REPORTED VIA VIGILANCE REPORT THAT THEIR RELIANCE VISION MULTI-CHAMBER WASHER/DISINFECTOR EXPERIENCED A "DIGITAL PRINTOUT PROBLEM". NO REPORT OF INJURY.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 21728759 ↗
• MalfunctionMar 30, 2025Application Program Problem; Application Program Problem

  THE USER FACILITY REPORTED VIA VIGILANCE REPORT THAT THEIR RELIANCE VISION MULTI-CHAMBER WASHER/DISINFECTOR EXPERIENCED A "DIGITAL PRINTOUT PROBLEM". NO REPORT OF INJURY.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 21728756 ↗
• MalfunctionMar 28, 2025Use of Device Problem; Use of Device Problem

  THE USER FACILITY REPORTED THAT AN EMPLOYEE WAS MANUALLY PUSHING A RACK INTO THEIR RELIANCE VISION SINGLE-CHAMBER WASHER/DISINFECTOR WHEN THE DOOR CAME DOWN AND CONTACTED THEIR HAND. THE EMPLOYEE SOUGHT AND RECEIVED MEDICAL TREATMENT (BANDAGE) FOLLOWING THE REPORTED EVENT.

  Patient problems: Pain

  MAUDE report 21724094 ↗
• MalfunctionJan 31, 2025Unintended Movement; Unintended Movement

  THE USER FACILITY REPORTED VIA MEDWATCH #(B)(4) THAT THE DOOR TO THEIR RELIANCE VISION SINGLE-CHAMBER WASHER/DISINFECTOR "SLAMMED SHUT AFTER OBSTRUCTION WAS CLEARED."

  Patient problems: Pain

  MAUDE report 21286131 ↗
• MalfunctionNov 27, 2024Leak/Splash; Leak/Splash

  THE USER FACILITY REPORTED THAT WATER WAS LEAKING FROM THEIR RELIANCE VISION-SINGLE CHAMBER WASHER/DISINFECTOR ONTO THE FLOOR. NO REPORT OF INJURY.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 20791843 ↗
• MalfunctionJul 5, 2024Detachment of Device or Device Component; Detachment of Device or Device Component

  THE USER FACILITY REPORTED THAT AN EMPLOYEE NOTICED THAT A RACK TO THEIR RELIANCE VISION SINGLE-CHAMBER WASHER/DISINFECTOR WAS NOT MOVING FORWARD ON THE CONVEYOR, AND THEY ATTEMPTED TO MANUALLY MOVE THE RACK. THE RACK MOVED FORWARD AS THE EMPLOYEE WAS PULLING ON IT AND THEN CONTACTED THE EMPLOYEE ON THE HEAD. THE USER FACILITY DID NOT DISCLOSE THE DETAILS OF THE INJURY OR IF ANY MEDICAL TREATMENT WAS SOUGHT OR ADMINISTERED.

  Patient problems: Insufficient Information

  MAUDE report 19679748 ↗
• MalfunctionMay 9, 2024Smoking; Smoking

  THE USER FACILITY REPORTED THAT THEIR RELIANCE VISION SINGLE-CHAMBER WASHER/DISINFECTOR WAS EMITTING SMOKE. NO REPORT OF INJURY.

  Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

  MAUDE report 19280643 ↗
• MalfunctionJan 25, 2024Leak/Splash; Leak/Splash

  THE USER FACILITY REPORTED THAT THEIR RELIANCE VISION SINGLE-CHAMBER WASHER/DISINFECTOR WAS LEAKING WATER ONTO THE FLOOR CAUSING EMPLOYEES TO SLIP AND FALL RESULTING IN INJURIES. THE USER FACILITY DID NOT DISCLOSE WHAT MEDICAL TREATMENT WAS ADMINISTERED.

  Patient problems: Fall

  MAUDE report 18582587 ↗
• MalfunctionJan 3, 2024Mechanical Jam; Mechanical Jam

  THE USER FACILITY REPORTED THAT AN EMPLOYEE OBTAINED A CUT AND BROKEN BONE ON THEIR HAND WHILE OPERATING THE RELIANCE VISION SINGLE CHAMBER WASHER/DISINFECTOR. MEDICAL TREATMENT SOUGHT AND ADMINISTERED.

  Patient problems: Bone Fracture(s)

  MAUDE report 18437100 ↗

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