Gamewell-FCI Recalls to Upgrade Software Used with Fire Alarm System Control Panels

The software in the fire alarm system could fail to recognize when a detector needs servicing as a result of the buildup of dust, dirt, or other environmental pollutants, which co…

Recall #: 07565
Affected scope: About 1,100

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Gamewell-FCI, of Northford, Conn. recalled The software upgrade involves the Gamewell-FCI model 600 Series control panel using Syste….

Gamewell-FCI Recalls to Upgrade Software Used with Fire Alarm System Control Panels was recalled by Gamewell-FCI, of Northford, Conn. in July 27, 2007. Reason: The software in the fire alarm system could fail to recognize when a detector needs servicing as a result of …. Remedy: Gamewell-FCI is contacting customers directly and providing a free firmware software upgr…. Verify recall #07565 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Gamewell-FCI, of Northford, Conn. issued this CPSC recall-The software in the fire alarm system could fail to recognize when a detector needs servicing as a result of ….

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agency class: July 27, 2007
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #07565 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.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

Product description

The software upgrade involves the Gamewell-FCI model 600 Series control panel using System Sensor compatible line cards, SmartScan. These panels are components of the Gamewell-FCI 600 Series fire alarm system. They provide the signaling line circuits and display information for the system.

Reason for recall

The software in the fire alarm system could fail to recognize when a detector needs servicing as a result of the buildup of dust, dirt, or other environmental pollutants, which could result in the system failing to respond in the event of a fire.

Remedy, what to do

Gamewell-FCI is contacting customers directly and providing a free firmware software upgrade.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute	Value
Agency	U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class	Not classified by agency
Status	Active
Recall number	07565
Date reported	July 27, 2007
Date initiated	July 27, 2007
Recalling firm	Gamewell-FCI, of Northford, Conn.
Affected scope	About 1,100
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

Gamewell-FCI is contacting customers directly and providing a free firmware software upgrade.

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What should consumers do? ▼

Gamewell-FCI is contacting customers directly and providing a free firmware software upgrade.

Which agency issued this recall? ▼

This recall was issued by the CPSC on July 27, 2007. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 07565.

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Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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