CPSC, Brookdale International Systems Inc. Announce Recall of Emergency Escape Smoke Hoods
⚠ Critical Alert — Stop Using Immediately
This product has been flagged with severe risks (fire or burn). Stop using it now and contact the brand or CPSC for a refund, repair, or replacement.
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2157.
This recall involves the EVAC-U8 emergency escape smoke hoods. The smoke hood is a bright green plastic cylinder with a clear red top. The cylinder is about 5 inches tall. The words "EVAC-U8 Emergency Escape Smoke Hood" are printed on the cylinder, along with the serial number and expiration date. Recalled smoke hoods have a serial number of A97,921 or higher, and an expiration date of May 1, 2002 or later.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2157.
Consumers who purchased the EVAC-U8 emergency escape smoke hood for protection from tear gas and chemical warfare agents may return the product to Brookdale International Systems, Inc. 1-8755 Ash Street, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada V6T 6P3, for a refund, including the cost of postage.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact Web-based Distributors, Catalogues, And Travel Stores Sold These Smoke Hoods, From May 1997 Through April 2002, For About $70. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2157.
For more information consumers can contact Brookdale International Systems at (800) 459-3822 between 7:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.
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Web-based Distributors, Catalogues, And Travel Stores Sold These Smoke Hoods, From May 1997 Through April 2002, For About $70. Recall FAQ
Web-based Distributors, Catalogues, And Travel Stores Sold These Smoke Hoods, From May 1997 Through April 2002, For About $70. is the subject of a consumer products recall: CPSC, Brookdale International Systems Inc. Announce Recall of Emergency Escape Smoke Hoods. The notice was published on June 11, 2002 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 27,400 units are potentially affected.