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

Recall 19-162 · July 10, 2019 · Universal Security Instruments

What to doConsumers 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.

Read the official CPSC notice

Recall at a glance

Recall number
19-162 (CPSC)
Recall date
July 10, 2019
Brand
Universal Security Instruments
Category
Smoke alarms and home safety
Products
Battery powered smoke and fire alarms
Hazard
Risk of Failure to Alert Consumers to a Fire
Hazard type
Fire and burn
Remedy
Replace
Units
About 180,000
Made in
Hong Kong
Last updated by CPSC
July 10, 2019

What was recalled

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.

Is my product affected?

Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.

  • Battery powered smoke and fire alarms · About 180,000 units

Photos from the recall notice

Smoke Alarm (front)
Smoke Alarm (front)
Smoke Alarm (back) Brand Name, Model, and Manufacture Date Codes
Smoke Alarm (back) Brand Name, Model, and Manufacture Date Codes

Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: Online through specialty wholesalers and others from July 2015 to December 2016 about $20; Universal Security Instruments, of Owings Mills, Md..

Injuries or incidents reported

The company has received 134 reports of failure to properly activate during installation.

Consumer contact

Universal Security Instruments at 877-612-6955 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.UniversalSecurity.com and click on “Product Safety Notice” for more information.

Recall history and context

Universal Security Instruments appears in 3 CPSC recalls on record. See all Universal Security Instruments recalls.

Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 20 recalls in the smoke alarms and home safety category, 4 recalls of them in the past 12 months.

Frequently asked questions

What was recalled?

Battery powered smoke and fire alarms (About 180,000 units). 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.

Why was it recalled?

CPSC lists the reason as: Risk of Failure to Alert Consumers to a Fire.

What should I do if I own one?

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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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on July 10, 2019. Details can change; the official notice is the authority. If your product may be recalled, stop and read the notice before deciding what to do. Terms and disclaimer.