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Apex Security Systems with XICOR Memory Chip Recalled by Honeywell International; Could Fail to Warn of Fire, Intrusion

Reported: September 6, 2007 Initiated: September 6, 2007 #07575

Product Description

The recall involves Apex-Brand Destiny 6100 and 6100AN home security system control panels with XICOR-brand memory chips. Only units with a date code between K015 and K057 are subject to the recall. The date code appears on the product packaging. The date code includes a letter to designate the year (K=2007) followed by three numbers that indicate the day. For example, a product manufactured on the 5th day of January 2007 would have the date code "K005."

Reason for Recall

The memory chip in the control panel could lose programmed values in the event of a power outage exceeding four hours. If this occurs, the panel could fail to communicate with a central monitoring station and not sound an audible notification in the event of a fire or home intrusion.

Remedy

Honeywell International is contacting customers directly and is providing a replacement control panel.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The recall involves Apex-Brand Destiny 6100 and 6100AN home security system control panels with XICOR-brand memory chips. Only units with a date code between K015 and K057 are subject to the recall. The date code appears on the product packaging. The date code includes a letter to designate the year (K=2007) followed by three numbers that indicate the day. For example, a product manufactured on the 5th day of January 2007 would have the date code "K005.". Recalled by Ademco de Juarez SRL, of Mexico (control panel). Units affected: About 1,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The memory chip in the control panel could lose programmed values in the event of a power outage exceeding four hours. If this occurs, the panel could fail to communicate with a central monitoring station and not sound an audible notification in the event of a fire or home intrusion.
What should consumers do?
Honeywell International is contacting customers directly and is providing a replacement control panel.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on September 6, 2007. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 07575.