Class II — Potential Health Hazard

Potential health hazard — use of or exposure to this product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences.

3M Steri-Vac Gas Sterilizer/Aerator Recalled by 3M Company - Health Care Business Due to 3M discovered a valve with incorrectly labeled "input"...

Date: January 22, 2016
Company: 3M Company - Health Care Business
Status: Terminated
Source: FDA (Device)

What You Should Do

Stop using this product immediately. Do not consume, use, or distribute it.

Return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund. If you have questions, contact 3M Company - Health Care Business directly.

Affected Products

3M Steri-Vac Gas Sterilizer/Aerator, models 5XL and 8XL.

Quantity: 74 valves

Why Was This Recalled?

3M discovered a valve with incorrectly labeled "input" and "output" orientation. This defect can result in the valve being installed backwards, creating a remote possibility of valve failure. A failure may result in EO being vented outside the sealed chamber during a limited period in the EO injection phase of the cycle.

Where Was This Sold?

This product was distributed to 15 states: AL, CO, CT, FL, GA, IN, NJ, NY, NC, OK, OR, PA, RI, VA, WI

Affected (15 states)Not affected

About 3M Company - Health Care Business

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Data sourced from the FDA (Device). Last updated March 26, 2026. View original report