Fire Control Panels Recalled by Bosch Security Systems Corp. Due to Alarm Failure Posing a Fire Hazard

Active Recall Announced February 15, 2012 CPSC #12721

Quick answer

Fire Control Panels Recalled by Bosch Security Systems Corp. Due to Alarm Failure Posing a Fire Hazard is CPSC recall #12721, announced on February 15, 2012. The CPSC cites the following hazard: The Bosch-branded fire alarm panel is locking red wall box with dimensions 22.7" high by 14.5" wide by 4.3" deep. The status, date and time can be seen through a glass screen on the panel door. The word "BOSCH" is printed on the right corner of the panel and the model number "FPA-1000-UL" is printed on the bottom left below the glass screen. The alarm panels featured software versions 1.10, 1.11 and 1.12, which can be determined by installers. They were designed to be used in small to medium-sized facilities in both public and residential buildings. The remedy is all distributors and installers are being sent two technical bulletins. one provides instructions for how to implement a software change that will correct the verification feature. the second contains instructions for how to handle warnings from affected systems with 50 or more stations. those who have not received the bulletins should contact bosch.. Affected brand: Bosch Security Systems, Inc..

Hazard

The Bosch-branded fire alarm panel is locking red wall box with dimensions 22.7" high by 14.5" wide by 4.3" deep. The status, date and time can be seen through a glass screen on the panel door. The word "BOSCH" is printed on the right corner of the panel and the model number "FPA-1000-UL" is printed on the bottom left below the glass screen. The alarm panels featured software versions 1.10, 1.11 and 1.12, which can be determined by installers. They were designed to be used in small to medium-sized facilities in both public and residential buildings.

Affected products

Fire Alarm Control Panel

Recalled brands

Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

Remedy

All distributors and installers are being sent two technical bulletins. One provides instructions for how to implement a software change that will correct the verification feature. The second contains instructions for how to handle warnings from affected systems with 50 or more stations. Those who have not received the bulletins should contact Bosch.

Recall date

February 15, 2012

Categories

Fire or Smoke Alarms

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #12721?

CPSC recall #12721 covers Fire Control Panels Recalled by Bosch Security Systems Corp. Due to Alarm Failure Posing a Fire Hazard, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on February 15, 2012. The CPSC cites the following hazard: The Bosch-branded fire alarm panel is locking red wall box with dimensions 22.7" high by 14.5" wide by 4.3" deep. The status, date and time can be seen through a glass screen on the panel door. The word "BOSCH" is printed on the right corner of the panel and the model number "FPA-1000-UL" is printed on the bottom left below the glass screen. The alarm panels featured software versions 1.10, 1.11 and 1.12, which can be determined by installers. They were designed to be used in small to medium-sized facilities in both public and residential buildings.

What is the remedy for recall #12721?

The CPSC remedy for recall #12721 is all distributors and installers are being sent two technical bulletins. one provides instructions for how to implement a software change that will correct the verification feature. the second contains instructions for how to handle warnings from affected systems with 50 or more stations. those who have not received the bulletins should contact bosch.. Consumers should stop using the product and follow the instructions in the official CPSC notice.

I sell this product on Shopify. What do I need to do?

If you sell Fire Control Panels Recalled by Bosch Security Systems Corp. Due to Alarm Failure Posing a Fire Hazard on Shopify, stop selling the affected units immediately, notify customers who purchased them, and consider whether you have a Section 15(b) reporting obligation to the CPSC. RecallDocket helps Shopify merchants identify affected SKUs and prepare the required safety report.

Where is the official CPSC notice for this recall?

The primary source is the official CPSC notice at https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2012/Fire-Control-Panels-Recalled-by-Bosch-Security-Systems-Corp-Due-to-Alarm-Failure-Posing-a-Fire-Hazard. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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