Tyco Fire & Security Recalls Commercial Smoke Detectors for Replacement
Tyco Fire & Security is recalling about 128,000 commercial smoke detectors because they may fail to detect smoke in high humidity and temperature conditions.
What this means for you
Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (smoke detectors) where failure could delay fire detection, but no injuries or illnesses have been reported, fitting the 'High' severity criteria.
Plain-English summary
Tyco Fire & Security is recalling approximately 128,000 smoke detectors installed in commercial buildings across the United States. These units were installed after August 1, 2004, and were manufactured by Solectron (Suzhou) Technology Co. Ltd. in Suzhou, China. The recall covers specific model numbers, including 4098-9601, 4098-9685, and ADT-3201.
The hazard is that the smoke detectors could experience reduced sensitivity to smoke in conditions of high humidity and high temperature. If this occurs, the detectors could delay detecting the presence of smoke in the event of a fire. No injuries or illnesses have been reported in connection with this recall.
Commercial building owners and managers with these smoke detectors will be contacted by distributors to verify if their systems are included in the recall and to arrange for a free replacement. For more information, consumers can contact Tyco Fire & Security toll-free at (866) 376-8207 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the company's website.
The recalled product
- Product
- Tyco Fire & Security Smoke Detectors
- Hazard
- Affected units
- 128,000
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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