CPSC2009-07-09
Kidde Recalls Dual Sensor Smoke Alarms; Can Fail to Warn of a Fire
Walter Kidde Portable Equipment Inc., of Mebane, N.C.
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.
Sold at
Retail, department, and hardware stores and through electrical distributors nationwide from August 2008 through May 2009 for between $30 and $40.
Affected count
About 94,000
Injuries reported
The firm has received two reported incidents of smoke alarm malfunctions involving electrostatic discharge during installation. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Kidde Model PI2000 Dual Sensor Smoke Alarms
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Kidde toll-free at (877) 524-2086 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.kidde.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2009/Kidde-Recalls-Dual-Sensor-Smoke-Alarms-Can-Fail-to-Warn-of-a-FireDon't want to check this manually?
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