Kidde Recalls Dual Sensor Smoke Alarms; Can Fail to Warn of a Fire
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2009-07-09). Hazards: fire. Models: PI2000. About 94,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 09266 |
| Published | 2009-07-09 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Smoke Detectors/Alarms |
| Products | Kidde Model PI2000 Dual Sensor Smoke Alarms |
| Firm named in the title | Kidde |
| Firms | Walter Kidde Portable Equipment Inc., of Mebane, N.C. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 94,000 |
| Model numbers | PI2000 |
| Hazard classes | fire |
| Remedy classes | replace |
| Trade facets | electrical, building products |
| Sold | Retail, department, and hardware stores and through electrical distributors nationwide from August 2008 through May 2009 for between $30 and $40. |
Description
This recall involves Kidde dual sensor smoke alarms model PI2000. The alarms can be identified by two buttons, "HUSH" and "PUSH AND HOLD TO TEST WEEKLY," which are located on the front/center of the alarm. The model number and date code are on the back of the smoke alarm. Only date codes 2008 Aug.01 through 2009 May 04 are included in this recall.
Hazard
An electrostatic discharge can damage the unit, causing it not to warn consumers of a fire.
Remedy
Consumers should contact Kidde immediately to receive a free replacement smoke alarm.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received two reported incidents of smoke alarm malfunctions involving electrostatic discharge during installation. No injuries have been reported.
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