CPSC recall · Reported May 19, 2006
Tyco Fire & Security Recalls Smoke Detectors for Replacement
The smoke detectors could experience reduced sensitivity to smoke in conditions of high humidity and high temperature. If this occurs, these detectors could delay detecting the pr…
Solectron (Suzhou) Technology Co. Ltd., of Suzhou, China recalled These are smoke detectors installed in commercial buildings throughout the U.S. after Aug….
Tyco Fire & Security Recalls Smoke Detectors for Replacement was recalled by Solectron (Suzhou) Technology Co. Ltd., of Suzhou, China in May 19, 2006. Reason: The smoke detectors could experience reduced sensitivity to smoke in conditions of high humidity and high tem…. Remedy: Commercial building owners and managers with recalled smoke detectors will be contacted b…. Verify recall #06550 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Solectron (Suzhou) Technology Co. Ltd., of Suzhou, China issued this CPSC recall-The smoke detectors could experience reduced sensitivity to smoke in conditions of high humidity and high tem….
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- May 19, 2006
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #06550 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
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Product description
These are smoke detectors installed in commercial buildings throughout the U.S. after August 1, 2004. The model numbers listed below are included. Building owners and managers with these smoke detectors will be contacted. 4098-9601 4098-9685 4098-9688C 4098-9601C 4098-9685C 430696 4098-9601EA 4098-9686 T360-9002 4098-9602 4098-9686C 430559 4098-9602C 4098-9687 430695 4098-9605 4098-9688 ADT-3201 T360-9935 430562 ADT-3202 T360-9936 430560 ADT-3204 T360-9001 T360-9003 ADT-3205
Reason for recall
The smoke detectors could experience reduced sensitivity to smoke in conditions of high humidity and high temperature. If this occurs, these detectors could delay detecting the presence of smoke in the event of a fire.
Remedy, what to do
Commercial building owners and managers with recalled smoke detectors will be contacted by one of the distributors to verify that the detectors in their fire detection system are included in the recall and, if so, to arrange for a free replacement.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 06550 |
| Date reported | May 19, 2006 |
| Date initiated | May 19, 2006 |
| Recalling firm | Solectron (Suzhou) Technology Co. Ltd., of Suzhou, China |
| Affected scope | About 128,000 smoke detectors |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Commercial building owners and managers with recalled smoke detectors will be contacted by one of the distributors to verify that…
- Check the recall number (06550) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
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