CPSC, GE Interlogix Announce Recall of Smoke Detectors
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2003-09-03). Hazards: fire. About 14,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 03552 |
| Published | 2003-09-03 |
| Last updated | 2025-07-18 |
| Product category | Smoke Detectors/Alarms |
| Products | ESL Smoke Detectors |
| Firm named in the title | GE Interlogix |
| Firms | GE Interlogix (GEI), of Tualatin, Ore. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | United States |
| Units (US) | 14,000 |
| Hazard classes | fire |
| Remedy classes | replace |
| Sold | Distributors, dealers and installers of security systems nationwide sold or installed these smoke detectors, from June 2002 through June 2003, for between $125 and $17. |
Description
The ESL 500N smoke detectors are hard-wired and require professional installation. The recalled alarms have the following model numbers, which are located on the back of the detectors: 521NB, 521NCSXT, 541NB, 541NCSXT, 541NCXTE, 521NBXT, 521NCSRXT, 541NBXT, 541NCSRH, 541NCSXTE, 521NCRXT, 541NCRXT, and 541NCSRXT. Also on the back of the alarms are the letters, "ESL," and the manufacturing date code of "0223" through "0323" (23rd week of 2002 through 23rd week of 2003). Units that may not work properly can be identified by the lack of the flashing red indicator light, though all units with the aforementioned model and dates codes should be replaced.
Hazard
These smoke detectors may fail to work properly upon installation or if there is an extended loss of power. If the smoke alarms fail to detect fire or smoke, it poses a serious hazard to occupants inside of the dwelling.
Remedy
Consumers should contact the company to receive free installation of a replacement smoke detector.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received no reports of incidents. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.
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