Digital Security Controls Recalls Smoke Detectors that Could Fail to Warn of a Fire
⚠ 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-3573.
The recall involves Digital Security Controls FSA and FSB series photo-electric smoke detectors. They are wired directly into the building circuitry, and do not use a battery. The dome shaped units have a metal mesh covering around the smoke sensor.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-3573.
Customers should immediately contact their installer to receive a free inspection to determine if their units are included in the recall. If so, they will receive free replacement smoke detectors with installation. Customers also can contact Digital Security Controls for additional information on how to receive free replacement smoke detectors. Only professional installers should remove and replace these units.
✅ 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 Commercial And Residential Installers Nationwide From October 2006 Through December 2006 For Between $60 And $70 Per Unit. 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-3573.
For additional information, contact Digital Security Controls toll-free at (888) 888-7838 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at at www.dsc.com
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Commercial And Residential Installers Nationwide From October 2006 Through December 2006 For Between $60 And $70 Per Unit. Recall FAQ
Commercial And Residential Installers Nationwide From October 2006 Through December 2006 For Between $60 And $70 Per Unit. is the subject of a consumer products recall: Digital Security Controls Recalls Smoke Detectors that Could Fail to Warn of a Fire. The notice was published on March 22, 2007 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 32,000 units are potentially affected.