Universal Security Instruments Recalls to Inspect Smoke Alarms Due to Risk of Failure to Alert Consumers to a Fire

Active Recall Announced July 10, 2019 CPSC #19162

Quick answer

Universal Security Instruments Recalls to Inspect Smoke Alarms Due to Risk of Failure to Alert Consumers to a Fire is CPSC recall #19162, announced on July 10, 2019. The CPSC cites the following hazard: This recall involves Universal Security Instruments 10 year battery-operated ionization smoke and fire alarms with model numbers MI3050S and MI3050SB and with date codes between 2015JAN19 through 2016JUL11. The smoke alarms are white in color and 5½ inches in diameter. "Universal" and "Smoke & Fire Alarm" are printed on the front cover of the alarm. The label on the back of the alarm lists the model number and date code. The remedy is consumers should immediately inspect their smoke alarms to determine if it will activate appropriately. press the test button to determine if it is operating properly. if the alarm sounds no further action is required. additional instructions are located on the firm's website. if smoke alarm does not sound during the test, consumers should immediately contact universal security for a replacement.. Affected brand: Universal Security Instruments.

Hazard

This recall involves Universal Security Instruments 10 year battery-operated ionization smoke and fire alarms with model numbers MI3050S and MI3050SB and with date codes between 2015JAN19 through 2016JUL11. The smoke alarms are white in color and 5½ inches in diameter. "Universal" and "Smoke & Fire Alarm" are printed on the front cover of the alarm. The label on the back of the alarm lists the model number and date code.

Affected products

Battery powered smoke and fire alarms

Recalled brands

Universal Security Instruments

Remedy

Consumers should immediately inspect their smoke alarms to determine if it will activate appropriately. Press the test button to determine if it is operating properly. If the alarm sounds no further action is required. Additional instructions are located on the firm's website. If smoke alarm does not sound during the test, consumers should immediately contact Universal Security for a replacement.

Recall date

July 10, 2019

Categories

Battery powered smoke and fire alarms

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #19162?

CPSC recall #19162 covers Universal Security Instruments Recalls to Inspect Smoke Alarms Due to Risk of Failure to Alert Consumers to a Fire, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on July 10, 2019. The CPSC cites the following hazard: This recall involves Universal Security Instruments 10 year battery-operated ionization smoke and fire alarms with model numbers MI3050S and MI3050SB and with date codes between 2015JAN19 through 2016JUL11. The smoke alarms are white in color and 5½ inches in diameter. "Universal" and "Smoke & Fire Alarm" are printed on the front cover of the alarm. The label on the back of the alarm lists the model number and date code.

What is the remedy for recall #19162?

The CPSC remedy for recall #19162 is consumers should immediately inspect their smoke alarms to determine if it will activate appropriately. press the test button to determine if it is operating properly. if the alarm sounds no further action is required. additional instructions are located on the firm's website. if smoke alarm does not sound during the test, consumers should immediately contact universal security for a replacement.. 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 Universal Security Instruments Recalls to Inspect Smoke Alarms Due to Risk of Failure to Alert Consumers to a Fire 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/2019/Universal-Security-Instruments-Recalls-to-Inspect-Smoke-Alarms-Due-to-Risk-of-Failure-to-Alert-Consumers-to-a-Fire. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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