Battery powered smoke and fire alarms
Class I - DangerousWhat Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: (About 180,000)
- Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
- Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
- Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
- Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.
⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.
Recall Details
- Company:
- Unknown Manufacturer
- Reason for Recall:
- The smoke alarms can have a misaligned internal switch causing the alarms to not activate properly, posing a risk of failure to alert consumers to a fire.
- Classification:
- Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
- Status:
- ongoing
- Hazard:
- The smoke alarms can have a misaligned internal switch causing the alarms to not activate properly, posing a risk of failure to alert consumers to a fire.
- 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.
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Product Information
Full Description:
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.
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
(About 180,000)
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official CPSC source:
View on CPSC.govCPSC Recall Number: 19162
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